A selection of new and/or relevant electro-leaning tracks that have recently left an impression on us!
Totally Enormous Extinct Dinosaurs – “Crosswalk“
Totally Enormous Extinct Dinosaurs, nee Orlando Higginbottom, continues to tease his long-awaited comeback album ‘When The Lights Go‘ with the single “Crosswalk“, a synth-laced jam that feels ripe for a summer festival.
It has been a seemingly eternal 10 years since the ‘Trouble‘ LP dropped and it is not entirely surprising that this extended break was dictated by major label issues. ‘When The Lights Go’ is being released on TEED‘s own Nice Age label and by the sound of it he is flourishing under this newfound freedom.
Sylvan Esso – “Sunburn“
Sylvan Esso make an exciting return since 2020’s ‘Free Love‘ with the single “Sunburn“. The track explores the pursuit of pleasure until it turns to pain. Built over a deceptively upbeat synth pattern the melody welcomes you in with its warm vibe but there is just the right amount of darkness to keep you coming back.
Zola Jesus – “Lost“
Zola Jesus continued to build up towards the album ‘Arkhon‘ including the release of the single “Lost“. The track’s almost whispered delivery gives the whole affair a somewhat menacing vibe. Choral vocals puncture the air with layered shouts further building towards an unresolved ending.
Four Tet – “Scythe Master”
Having resolved his longstanding dispute with Domino it was great to see Four Tet‘s fantastic output return to various platforms. It is even greater to hear new music from English producer as he contributes “Scythe Master” to the cassette/digital release of the “Eat Your Own Ears Recordings EP1” compilation out on the eponymous label.
The track offers sedate and otherworldy instrumentation over a beat that meanders and builds throughout its 8 minutes. The kind of track you would want to go on and on at a summer festival. Bodacious.
The Knocks – “Nobody But Me” feat. Cold War Kids
The Knocks began life as remix artists revitalizing hits from some of your favourite artists and turning them into authentic disco jams. This in turn led them into making hits of their own and reaching a level where they could basically collaborate with anyone.
To someone who hasn’t quite been following both artists’ trajectories, the addition of Cold War Kids may seem a little odd but once you hear the results it makes so much sense. “Nobody But Me” sounds like a suddenly unearthed George Michael banger.
