soudvsystem x Blemishes
On their debut album Ambivert, Houston-based duo Blemishes—comprised of Julienne Ceron and Jessie Huntington—defies easy categorization by blending diverse musical influences and styles. This 50-minute album showcases a spectrum of sounds, from frantic rhythms to gentle instrumentation, reflecting their view of albums as cohesive narratives rather than mere collections of songs. To highlight its various influences, Ceron curated a playlist for us. Read our Q&A with the writer/producer and listen to the playlist.
The Faves Playlist - Week of 8/28
New music from Exit Party, Allie, Bloococoon, Closebye & The Veras.
The Faves Playlist - Week of 8/21
New music from daarling, Wishy, Squint, Spring Silver, Deathsport, and Computer Kill.
The Faves Playlist - Week of 8/14
New music from Ex Pilots, VERTTIGO, WOLFSCHMIDT, The Fictionals, Phantom Handshakes and Dino Expedition.
The Faves Playlist - Week of 8/7
New music from deary, Dantzic, Dear Dorrit, Mint, Magic Wands & Pink Breath of Heaven.
The Faves Playlist - Week of 5/7
New music from Tiger La Flor, Night Rose, Hey Gorgeous, Don’t Get Lemon and Past Model.
The Faves Playlist - Week of 4/22
New music from Donzii, Dream/Loss, pia the band, Pamphlets, Hot Joy and Stare Away.
soudvsystem x Beans
Beans, a prominent figure in experimental Hip Hop and founding member of Antipop Consortium, released his latest album ZWAARD. The release, which features electronic producer Vladislav Delay, serves as a manifesto of sorts, blending personal details with forward-thinking themes. The album's experimental nature reflects his willingness to push boundaries creatively. In a Q&A, Beans discusses the genesis of ZWAARD, his evolving approach to music, and his desire to challenge himself artistically. The album also marks the return of Antipop Consortium in "ZWAARD_OVER," hinting at future projects. Beans curated a playlist that includes classical minimalism to R&B and jazz, showing a diverse set of sounds that influenced the album.
soudvsystem x Nieri
Nieri's latest EP Flow State touches on personal growth and resilience. Collaborating with producer Joakim Buddee, Nieri blends dance-pop, electro-pop, and nu-disco to create a seamless project. The 9-track release reflects Nieri's artistic evolution, marked by bold experimentation and a deeper exploration of vulnerability. We asked Nieri to curate a playlist of the influences that shaped Flow State. From Grace Jones to George Michael and Peaches, Nieri’s selections help us understand his motivation. Read our Q&A with the LA-based artist and listen to the playlist.
The Faves Playlist - Week of 2/23
New music from Ziah Ziah, Pulse Park, The New Nostalgia, and Glimmer.
The Faves Playlist - Week of 2/16
New music from Joshua Crumbly, Greyskiin, Seed Toss, then there were blackbirds & Public Circuit.
The Faves Playlist - Week of 2/9
New music from The Narcotix, Dog Years, John Glacier, Peony, Stereobliss and more!
The Faves Playlist - Week of 2/2
New music from Reels, Nieri, Fleur Electra, Iron Years, Midnight Prisms and more!
The Faves Playlist - Week of 1/26
New music from Speedrun, MOP, VENUS GRRLS, Jaxyn Lethe, Lip Critic and more!
soudvsystem x mattstranger
Mattstranger’s selection of tracks show off the range of styles that helped influence his debut album Perfect Blue. From Chicano soul music to video game sounds, the fluidity of styles is unmatched.