Baths returns with a more accessible but thoroughly downbeat second offering which he considers his “weird version of a pop record”.
Baths – Obsidian
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Young Dreams – Between Places
An impressively bold debut from Norwegian symphonic pop troupe ends up getting weighed down by its own ambition.
Autre Ne Veut – Anxiety
A sometimes inconsistent demonstration of the talents of one of the more accomplished acts to have emerged from the bedroom R’n'B/future pop/whatever niche.
Esben and the Witch – Wash The Sins Not Only The Face
A less dense more polished second album delivering on early promise. A textured, atmospheric and impressive collection of more muscular and accessible darkwave pop.
Rachel Zeffira – The Deserters
The operatic half of Cat’s Eyes delivers a debut solo album which is beautifully haunting and thoroughly impressive, if somewhat uneven in parts.
Peter Broderick – These Walls of Mine
Peter Broderick draws on his fans and friends for direct lyrical inspiration, and comes up with an appropriately uneven and frustrating collection of songs.
Fighting With Wire – Colonel Blood
After some long running label issues the post-hardcore trio from Derry finally follow up their impressive 2008 debut, with mixed results.
Mount Eerie – Ocean Roar
The second Phil Elverum album of 2012 works both as a companion and a contrast to Clear Moon, and ranks as one of the strongest records in his expansive catalogue.
Evan Caminiti – Dreamless Sleep
The endlessly productive half of Californian noise masters Barn Owl continues his tireless pursuit to discover the outermost sounds it’s possible to tease out of a guitar.
AlunaGeorge – You Know You Like It
The London duo’s debut EP showcases at least one example of pristine R’n'B pop, with additional tracks hinting at a promising future.