Cali Blake – “High”

Beginning with loose percussion and swanky bluesy minimalism featuring occasional chimes and guitar twangs, “High” immediately shows itself as an atmospherically consuming success. Cali

Port of Est – “Clash”

Port of Est impressed a few months back with their Valentines Day single, a consuming dark electro-pop track with hints of The Knife and Massive

Ramsey – “2am”

It’s hardly surprising to see LA-based experimental pop artist Ramsey beginning to climb in popularity (her new track “2am” reached 100,000 plays in less

Flaunt – “Messiah”

Flaunt’s track “Restraint” stood out last month for its chilling atmospheres, conjuring up its own vein of swamp-rock with multi-vocal layering and ominous synth pads.

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Charles – “Chill Pill”

“Chill Pill” begins with alternating between a funky energetic beat and more tranquil electronica, epitomizing brilliantly the process of transitioning from busy chaos to

Peridot – “Capsules”

Consequences by Peridot “Capsules” is a slice of dark, spacey synth-pop magic, coming via Portland, Oregon-based husband/wife duo Peridot. The project started out as

Vandfald – “Abigail”

“Abigail” begins lushly and infectiously, with a serene voice accompanying gentle key trickles and jangly guitar reverberations. The guitar segment around 00:50 is a