Posts Tagged ‘Albums 2010’
Groove Armada’s “Black Light”
Saucy pines for Groove Armada’s good old days.
M.I.A.’s /\/\/\Y/\
The fire goes M.I.A. on M.I.A.’s new album.
NeoCha and The Shanghai Restoration Project Present: “eXpo”
Also known as the best thing to come out of the Expo, so far.
Stegosaurus?’s “Self-Titled”
Stegosaurus? make an album to laugh and cry to.
Wale’s “Attention: Deficit”
Our new writer Hajar has reviewed the new album from D.C. hip hop impresario Wale. Hajar represents a portion of Layabozi’s new Beijing wing and will be reporting on musical happenings in the capital. So check out her maiden voyage for Layabozi!
Danger Mouse and James Mercer Bring Forth “Broken Bells”
Broken Bells, a collaboration between The Shins’ James Mercer and Brian Burton (AKA Danger Mouse), came out on March 9th. To my ears, it is the best release of 2010 thus far.
Boys Climbing Ropes’ “Except for the Darkness”
Boys Climbing Ropes is an emblematic Shanghai band. They are a representative sample of the local bestiary, as is their sound. The characters behind the band have continued to grow in the wilderness of Shanghai’s indie music scene. You should not overlook this as a minor detail. It’s a great asset for these punk beasts.
Vampire Strengthened
The weight of expectations has not weakened Vampire Weekend.
