Four Tet: Two Thousand And Seventeen

Talented musician/producer Four Tet (aka Kieran Hebden) has debuted a new single, “Two Thousand and Seventeen,” on Annie Mac’s BBC Radio 1 show—the first new tune we’ve heard since 2015’s Morning/Evening. The beautifully moody and rolling song is clearly reminiscent on his earlier work. It builds gently and contains an atmospheric—almost meditative—vibe that’s quietly infectious. Further, Hebden says he’s been working on a lot of …

Kesha: Praying

Her first single in nearly five years, “Praying” marks a glorious return for Kesha. The ballad highlights, first and foremost, the singer’s dynamic, powerful vocals (sometimes only with light piano accompaniment). This is a beautiful demonstration of a talent that’s finally broken free. Jonas kerlund directed the colorful, oftentimes surreal music videomuch of it shot at Salvation Mountain. Altogether, it’s refreshing to have music from …

Walker + Royce: Sister

Walker + Royce (aka friends Sam Walker and Gavin Royce) are a Brooklyn-based duo whose first track, “Perfect Sound,” quickly scored them well-earned attention. Their 2014 tune “Sister” is a pounding deep house track that builds over an eight-minute span—with layer upon layer to explore sonically. This Listen is celebrating the upcoming RHA Festival, which is taking place this weekend in Punta Mita, Mexico.