Youth Lagoon announces sophomore LP, Wondrous Bughouse, due March 5

Trevor Powers, whose stage name is Youth Lagoon, began writing his debut album The Year of Hibernation in 2010. Based around the idea of psychological dysphoria, Powers tried to document the trails of his mind through songs of minimalism and hypnotic ambience. Powers later described his writing process as “my mind communicating with me, not … Read more

The Walkmen: Heaven [Album Review]

The Walkmen Heaven Fat Possum Records [2012] Fire Note Says: The Walkmen release another stellar album with the graceful Heaven! Album Review: One could say that The Walkmen have hit their stride but I believe this top end streak started about 4 years ago and has never halted evidenced by the excellent You & Me … Read more

Spiritualized: Sweet Heart Sweet Light [Album Review]

Spiritualized Sweet Heart Sweet Light Fat Possum Records [2012] Fire Note Says: Spiritualized return with the excellent Sweet Heart Sweet Light that most definitely will be one of the best releases this year! Album Review: 15 years is a long time to hit all the right keys but I feel the seventh long player from … Read more