Die Antwoord: Banana Brain

The crazy kids are back! South Africa’s Die Antwoord (made up of alter-egos Ninja and Yo-landi Visser, plus mysterious producers) release their latest middle finger to the pop world. “Banana Brain” juxtaposes hardcore techno rhythms with Visser’s hair-raising whisper chants, leaving you feeling anything but lukewarm. Their fourth album Mount Ninji and da Nice Time Kid, featuring Jack Black, Dita Von Teese and more, is …

Poolside: And The Sea

Put a paper umbrella in your cocktail and dip your feet in the water; Poolside’s new jam “And The Sea” is made for summertime. The LA-based duo’s self-proclaimed “daytime disco” brand of music (their take on Neil Young’s “Harvest Moon” is a must-listen) is tropical and breezy—and this new track delightfully follows suit. Something we expect to hear on an island cruise ship that floats …

Vulfpeck: Back Pocket

“Funky Duck” old-school jammers Vulfpeck have made a lighthearted music video for perhaps their cutest song ever: “Back Pocket.” The band’s Theo Katzman and guest vocalist Christine Hucal fondly recall high-stakes elementary school romancing as two young dancers strut their choreographed stuff. The supremely talented band mixes in congas and clarinets for some carefree, good vibes. Catch Vulfpeck at SummerStage in NYC’s Central Park this …