Rustie: Glass Swords

September 26th, 2011 by Locke

After taking shape in the studio over the course of the past two years, Glass Swords arrives, and as the crystalline landscape of the album artwork suggests, it is epic and alien.

Gemini Club: Future Tidings (EP)

September 19th, 2011 by Locke

Hitting on the chill side of dubstep since sometime around oh-nine, these guys are pretty good.

Porter Robinson: Spitfire (EP)

September 16th, 2011 by Locke — 2 comments

Unlikely doesn’t even begin to describe Porter Robinson’s rapid ascent to the forefront of the dance music world.

The Rapture: In the Grace of Your Love

September 1st, 2011 by Locke — 1 comment

Dusky, perceptive, and full of good hooks, The Rapture are back with their fourth LP.

Foster the People: Torches

August 23rd, 2011 by Locke

Despite blissfully ignoring these guy’s rise to the top of the current music world, I must say they have several of the catchiest songs you’re going to hear this year.

Housse de Racket: Alesia

August 22nd, 2011 by Locke

Housse de Racket’s debut album is above-par French electronic house rock.

Metronomy: The English Riviera

August 18th, 2011 by Locke — 1 comment

It seems to always be a game of catch-up for me and music. Here is a fantastic album from earlier this year.

Nero: Welcome Reality

August 15th, 2011 by Locke

Nero has been making impressive splashes in the electro world with various high-caliber EPs and singles over the course of the past couple years. And now an album.