Martyn Heyne: Fårö

Berlin-based classically trained musician and composer Martyn Heyne’s latest, “Fårö,” woos with its eerie beauty. The electronic instrumental track features no vocals, only an oscillating, moody soundscape. Appearing on Heyne’s debut full-length Electric Intervals, the song (and album) were recorded at his studio in Tempelhof Airfield, where he’s worked with bands like The National.

Miguel: Told You So

With a bold, energetic dance performance intercut with scenes of rockets, explosives and protests, the music video for “Told You So” brings a politically-charged spirit to Miguel’s music. While his beautiful vocals shine forth, this feels like a departure for the singer—with a fervor and immediacy to the catchy tune. The video appears one day after Miguel announced the track—which is drawn from the singer’s …

Tourist feat. Swim Mountain + Esther Joy: Sleepwalking

While dream pop can get a bad rap for being a little too twee at times, this track by Tourist (feat. Swim Mountain + Esther Joy) is a gentle, twinkling example of the genre at its best. The song’s name, “Sleepwalking,” is a perfect explanation for its in-between, limbo-like vibe—half awake, half asleep; melancholy but hopeful. Tourist (aka British producer/songwriter William Phillips) just released his …