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SOTD #20: Vince Staples - Yeah Right (2017)
“Yeah Right” is a collaboration for the ages. With maximalist, metallic production from SOPHIE and Flume, along with an explosive rap verse from Kendrick Lamar, this Vince Staples track is a melding of Hyperpop and West Coast Hip Hop.
“Yeah Right” is a collaboration for the ages. With maximalist, metallic production from SOPHIE and Flume, along with an explosive rap verse from Kendrick Lamar, this Vince Staples track is a melding of Hyperpop and West Coast Hip Hop.
February 7, 2025 at 10:02 PM
SOTD #20: Vince Staples - Yeah Right (2017)
“Yeah Right” is a collaboration for the ages. With maximalist, metallic production from SOPHIE and Flume, along with an explosive rap verse from Kendrick Lamar, this Vince Staples track is a melding of Hyperpop and West Coast Hip Hop.
“Yeah Right” is a collaboration for the ages. With maximalist, metallic production from SOPHIE and Flume, along with an explosive rap verse from Kendrick Lamar, this Vince Staples track is a melding of Hyperpop and West Coast Hip Hop.
AOTD #20: FKA twigs - Eusexua (2025)
FKA twig’s third studio LP - named after a word she invented to describe a "sensation of being so euphoric" that one could "transcend human form" - is inspired by her experience of falling in love with with European techno and trance music.
FKA twig’s third studio LP - named after a word she invented to describe a "sensation of being so euphoric" that one could "transcend human form" - is inspired by her experience of falling in love with with European techno and trance music.
February 5, 2025 at 2:54 PM
AOTD #20: FKA twigs - Eusexua (2025)
FKA twig’s third studio LP - named after a word she invented to describe a "sensation of being so euphoric" that one could "transcend human form" - is inspired by her experience of falling in love with with European techno and trance music.
FKA twig’s third studio LP - named after a word she invented to describe a "sensation of being so euphoric" that one could "transcend human form" - is inspired by her experience of falling in love with with European techno and trance music.
SOTD #19: Squarepusher - A Journey to Reedham (7AM Mix) (1997)
The first track off of Squarepusher’s “Big Loada” EP is a playful and imaginative drill and bass track that builds with scattered drums and zany synth work.
The first track off of Squarepusher’s “Big Loada” EP is a playful and imaginative drill and bass track that builds with scattered drums and zany synth work.
January 31, 2025 at 6:34 PM
SOTD #19: Squarepusher - A Journey to Reedham (7AM Mix) (1997)
The first track off of Squarepusher’s “Big Loada” EP is a playful and imaginative drill and bass track that builds with scattered drums and zany synth work.
The first track off of Squarepusher’s “Big Loada” EP is a playful and imaginative drill and bass track that builds with scattered drums and zany synth work.
AOTD #19: Björk - Vulnicura (2015)
Released on this day 10 years ago, “Vulnicura” is a somber and sparse breakup album that reveals an unabashedly broken Björk, mourning the loss of her long-term partnership.
Released on this day 10 years ago, “Vulnicura” is a somber and sparse breakup album that reveals an unabashedly broken Björk, mourning the loss of her long-term partnership.
January 21, 2025 at 4:22 AM
AOTD #19: Björk - Vulnicura (2015)
Released on this day 10 years ago, “Vulnicura” is a somber and sparse breakup album that reveals an unabashedly broken Björk, mourning the loss of her long-term partnership.
Released on this day 10 years ago, “Vulnicura” is a somber and sparse breakup album that reveals an unabashedly broken Björk, mourning the loss of her long-term partnership.
SOTD #18: Project Pat - Out There (1999)
A Three 6 Mafia affiliate and brother to Juicy J, Project Pat became a Memphis rap legend through his hedonistic gangsta style. On “Out There”, Pat coasts over production from his brother and DJ Paul.
A Three 6 Mafia affiliate and brother to Juicy J, Project Pat became a Memphis rap legend through his hedonistic gangsta style. On “Out There”, Pat coasts over production from his brother and DJ Paul.
January 20, 2025 at 1:55 AM
SOTD #18: Project Pat - Out There (1999)
A Three 6 Mafia affiliate and brother to Juicy J, Project Pat became a Memphis rap legend through his hedonistic gangsta style. On “Out There”, Pat coasts over production from his brother and DJ Paul.
A Three 6 Mafia affiliate and brother to Juicy J, Project Pat became a Memphis rap legend through his hedonistic gangsta style. On “Out There”, Pat coasts over production from his brother and DJ Paul.
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AOTD #18: Steve Reich - Music for 18 Musicians (1978)
A pillar of the minimal music movement, this composition was first premiered live at The Town Hall in Midtown Manhattan in 1976. This debut recording of the composition was recorded soon after.
A pillar of the minimal music movement, this composition was first premiered live at The Town Hall in Midtown Manhattan in 1976. This debut recording of the composition was recorded soon after.
January 17, 2025 at 4:30 PM
AOTD #18: Steve Reich - Music for 18 Musicians (1978)
A pillar of the minimal music movement, this composition was first premiered live at The Town Hall in Midtown Manhattan in 1976. This debut recording of the composition was recorded soon after.
A pillar of the minimal music movement, this composition was first premiered live at The Town Hall in Midtown Manhattan in 1976. This debut recording of the composition was recorded soon after.
AOTD #18: Steve Reich - Music for 18 Musicians (1978)
A pillar of the minimal music movement, this composition was first premiered live at The Town Hall in Midtown Manhattan in 1976. This debut recording of the composition was recorded soon after.
A pillar of the minimal music movement, this composition was first premiered live at The Town Hall in Midtown Manhattan in 1976. This debut recording of the composition was recorded soon after.
January 17, 2025 at 4:30 PM
AOTD #18: Steve Reich - Music for 18 Musicians (1978)
A pillar of the minimal music movement, this composition was first premiered live at The Town Hall in Midtown Manhattan in 1976. This debut recording of the composition was recorded soon after.
A pillar of the minimal music movement, this composition was first premiered live at The Town Hall in Midtown Manhattan in 1976. This debut recording of the composition was recorded soon after.
SOTD #17: Tantra - Hills of Katmandu (1979)
This 16-minute Italo-Disco space epic is made for the dance floor. Taking from disco greats like Donna Summer, Giorgio Moroder and ABBA, “Hills of Katmandu” captivates listeners with its hypnotic groove and adventurous progression.
This 16-minute Italo-Disco space epic is made for the dance floor. Taking from disco greats like Donna Summer, Giorgio Moroder and ABBA, “Hills of Katmandu” captivates listeners with its hypnotic groove and adventurous progression.
January 16, 2025 at 5:40 AM
SOTD #17: Tantra - Hills of Katmandu (1979)
This 16-minute Italo-Disco space epic is made for the dance floor. Taking from disco greats like Donna Summer, Giorgio Moroder and ABBA, “Hills of Katmandu” captivates listeners with its hypnotic groove and adventurous progression.
This 16-minute Italo-Disco space epic is made for the dance floor. Taking from disco greats like Donna Summer, Giorgio Moroder and ABBA, “Hills of Katmandu” captivates listeners with its hypnotic groove and adventurous progression.
AOTD #17: Curtis Mayfield - Curtis (1970)
His debut album, released the year following his departure from The Impressions, is a towering masterclass of soul music.
His debut album, released the year following his departure from The Impressions, is a towering masterclass of soul music.
January 15, 2025 at 3:59 AM
AOTD #17: Curtis Mayfield - Curtis (1970)
His debut album, released the year following his departure from The Impressions, is a towering masterclass of soul music.
His debut album, released the year following his departure from The Impressions, is a towering masterclass of soul music.
Taking a little holiday break until the new year. For now, check out my Apple Music playlist of all of the songs I’ve posted about here that I compiled together
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December 28, 2024 at 4:08 PM
Taking a little holiday break until the new year. For now, check out my Apple Music playlist of all of the songs I’ve posted about here that I compiled together
SOTD #16: Lily Allen - The Fear (2009)
“The Fear” is modern electropop perfection. On this single, Lily Allen narrates from her personal perspective as a pop-star in the limelight during the beginning of the current modern Information Age.
“The Fear” is modern electropop perfection. On this single, Lily Allen narrates from her personal perspective as a pop-star in the limelight during the beginning of the current modern Information Age.
December 23, 2024 at 11:28 PM
SOTD #16: Lily Allen - The Fear (2009)
“The Fear” is modern electropop perfection. On this single, Lily Allen narrates from her personal perspective as a pop-star in the limelight during the beginning of the current modern Information Age.
“The Fear” is modern electropop perfection. On this single, Lily Allen narrates from her personal perspective as a pop-star in the limelight during the beginning of the current modern Information Age.
AOTD #16: Earl Sweatshirt - Some Rap Songs (2018)
On his fourth studio album, Odd Future alum Earl Sweatshirt reflects upon his transition into adulthood, the death of his poet father Keorapetse Kgositsile, and overcoming depression.
On his fourth studio album, Odd Future alum Earl Sweatshirt reflects upon his transition into adulthood, the death of his poet father Keorapetse Kgositsile, and overcoming depression.
December 20, 2024 at 9:59 PM
AOTD #16: Earl Sweatshirt - Some Rap Songs (2018)
On his fourth studio album, Odd Future alum Earl Sweatshirt reflects upon his transition into adulthood, the death of his poet father Keorapetse Kgositsile, and overcoming depression.
On his fourth studio album, Odd Future alum Earl Sweatshirt reflects upon his transition into adulthood, the death of his poet father Keorapetse Kgositsile, and overcoming depression.
SOTD #15: Shygirl - Slime (2020)
“Slime” is a slick and nocturnal UK Bass banger. Shygirl manages to effortlessly rap with a seductive, deadpan cadence over a futuristic club beat with contributions from SOPHIE, Sega Bodega and Kai Whiston.
“Slime” is a slick and nocturnal UK Bass banger. Shygirl manages to effortlessly rap with a seductive, deadpan cadence over a futuristic club beat with contributions from SOPHIE, Sega Bodega and Kai Whiston.
December 18, 2024 at 9:14 PM
SOTD #15: Shygirl - Slime (2020)
“Slime” is a slick and nocturnal UK Bass banger. Shygirl manages to effortlessly rap with a seductive, deadpan cadence over a futuristic club beat with contributions from SOPHIE, Sega Bodega and Kai Whiston.
“Slime” is a slick and nocturnal UK Bass banger. Shygirl manages to effortlessly rap with a seductive, deadpan cadence over a futuristic club beat with contributions from SOPHIE, Sega Bodega and Kai Whiston.
AOTD #15: Daft Punk - Discovery (2001)
Discovery is, in fact, very disco. The second LP from the renowned French house duo is nothing short of a divine gift to 21st century dance music that’s guaranteed to uplift partygoers.
Discovery is, in fact, very disco. The second LP from the renowned French house duo is nothing short of a divine gift to 21st century dance music that’s guaranteed to uplift partygoers.
December 17, 2024 at 3:32 PM
AOTD #15: Daft Punk - Discovery (2001)
Discovery is, in fact, very disco. The second LP from the renowned French house duo is nothing short of a divine gift to 21st century dance music that’s guaranteed to uplift partygoers.
Discovery is, in fact, very disco. The second LP from the renowned French house duo is nothing short of a divine gift to 21st century dance music that’s guaranteed to uplift partygoers.
SOTD #14: Underworld - Two Months Off (2002)
This single from the UK-based progressive house group is an uplifting and anthemic dance track that’s full of hardgroove rhythms and glistening synth work.
This single from the UK-based progressive house group is an uplifting and anthemic dance track that’s full of hardgroove rhythms and glistening synth work.
December 16, 2024 at 3:51 AM
SOTD #14: Underworld - Two Months Off (2002)
This single from the UK-based progressive house group is an uplifting and anthemic dance track that’s full of hardgroove rhythms and glistening synth work.
This single from the UK-based progressive house group is an uplifting and anthemic dance track that’s full of hardgroove rhythms and glistening synth work.
AOTD #14: Frou Frou - Details (2002)
On their only studio album, the duo made up of singer Imogen Heap and producer Guy Sigsworth package together fifty minutes of timeless indietronica. The album melts together chamber elements with electronic styles like glitch pop, drum and bass and downtempo.
On their only studio album, the duo made up of singer Imogen Heap and producer Guy Sigsworth package together fifty minutes of timeless indietronica. The album melts together chamber elements with electronic styles like glitch pop, drum and bass and downtempo.
December 14, 2024 at 6:45 PM
AOTD #14: Frou Frou - Details (2002)
On their only studio album, the duo made up of singer Imogen Heap and producer Guy Sigsworth package together fifty minutes of timeless indietronica. The album melts together chamber elements with electronic styles like glitch pop, drum and bass and downtempo.
On their only studio album, the duo made up of singer Imogen Heap and producer Guy Sigsworth package together fifty minutes of timeless indietronica. The album melts together chamber elements with electronic styles like glitch pop, drum and bass and downtempo.
SOTD #13: Steve Monite - Only You (1984)
This boogie track from Nigerian singer Steve Monite is an infectious synth-funk love ballad.
The track has garnered attention over the past decade. Frank Ocean covered the track with Alex G live, and Theophilus London and Tame Impala covered the track also.
This boogie track from Nigerian singer Steve Monite is an infectious synth-funk love ballad.
The track has garnered attention over the past decade. Frank Ocean covered the track with Alex G live, and Theophilus London and Tame Impala covered the track also.
December 12, 2024 at 3:27 PM
SOTD #13: Steve Monite - Only You (1984)
This boogie track from Nigerian singer Steve Monite is an infectious synth-funk love ballad.
The track has garnered attention over the past decade. Frank Ocean covered the track with Alex G live, and Theophilus London and Tame Impala covered the track also.
This boogie track from Nigerian singer Steve Monite is an infectious synth-funk love ballad.
The track has garnered attention over the past decade. Frank Ocean covered the track with Alex G live, and Theophilus London and Tame Impala covered the track also.
AOTD #13: Madvillain - Madvillainy (2004)
This cult classic album from the legendary duo - which consisted of the late iconic abstract rapper MF DOOM and sampling maestro Madlib - is a prime example of hip-hop craftsmanship.
This cult classic album from the legendary duo - which consisted of the late iconic abstract rapper MF DOOM and sampling maestro Madlib - is a prime example of hip-hop craftsmanship.
December 12, 2024 at 12:00 AM
AOTD #13: Madvillain - Madvillainy (2004)
This cult classic album from the legendary duo - which consisted of the late iconic abstract rapper MF DOOM and sampling maestro Madlib - is a prime example of hip-hop craftsmanship.
This cult classic album from the legendary duo - which consisted of the late iconic abstract rapper MF DOOM and sampling maestro Madlib - is a prime example of hip-hop craftsmanship.
SOTD #12: The Spinners - I’ll Be Around (1972)
“I’ll Be Around” is a lushly produced breakup track that was recorded at Sigma Sound Studios in Philadelphia. It grew to become one of the soul group’s most popular songs.
“I’ll Be Around” is a lushly produced breakup track that was recorded at Sigma Sound Studios in Philadelphia. It grew to become one of the soul group’s most popular songs.
December 11, 2024 at 5:43 AM
SOTD #12: The Spinners - I’ll Be Around (1972)
“I’ll Be Around” is a lushly produced breakup track that was recorded at Sigma Sound Studios in Philadelphia. It grew to become one of the soul group’s most popular songs.
“I’ll Be Around” is a lushly produced breakup track that was recorded at Sigma Sound Studios in Philadelphia. It grew to become one of the soul group’s most popular songs.
AOTD #12: Kraftwerk - Computerwelt (1981)
Released as “Computer World” in English-speaking countries, the eighth studio album from the group of German electronic pioneers is a magnum opus of synthpop music.
The album was released in two languages: German and English.
Released as “Computer World” in English-speaking countries, the eighth studio album from the group of German electronic pioneers is a magnum opus of synthpop music.
The album was released in two languages: German and English.
December 11, 2024 at 3:17 AM
AOTD #12: Kraftwerk - Computerwelt (1981)
Released as “Computer World” in English-speaking countries, the eighth studio album from the group of German electronic pioneers is a magnum opus of synthpop music.
The album was released in two languages: German and English.
Released as “Computer World” in English-speaking countries, the eighth studio album from the group of German electronic pioneers is a magnum opus of synthpop music.
The album was released in two languages: German and English.
SOTD #11: Aphex Twin - 18 With My Family (2015)
This uniquely mellow and melancholy demo track from Richard D. James was recorded in 1994 but left unreleased until 2015, when it was finally published under Aphex Twin’s SoundCloud account user18081971.
This uniquely mellow and melancholy demo track from Richard D. James was recorded in 1994 but left unreleased until 2015, when it was finally published under Aphex Twin’s SoundCloud account user18081971.
December 10, 2024 at 8:44 AM
SOTD #11: Aphex Twin - 18 With My Family (2015)
This uniquely mellow and melancholy demo track from Richard D. James was recorded in 1994 but left unreleased until 2015, when it was finally published under Aphex Twin’s SoundCloud account user18081971.
This uniquely mellow and melancholy demo track from Richard D. James was recorded in 1994 but left unreleased until 2015, when it was finally published under Aphex Twin’s SoundCloud account user18081971.
AOTD #11: The Clash - London Calling (1979)
On their third studio album, punk outfit The Clash evolved their sound. A departure from the rawer punk sound of their previous albums, The Clash dip their toes into reggae, rockabilly, ska, new wave and post-punk over the course of this double LP.
On their third studio album, punk outfit The Clash evolved their sound. A departure from the rawer punk sound of their previous albums, The Clash dip their toes into reggae, rockabilly, ska, new wave and post-punk over the course of this double LP.
December 10, 2024 at 2:42 AM
AOTD #11: The Clash - London Calling (1979)
On their third studio album, punk outfit The Clash evolved their sound. A departure from the rawer punk sound of their previous albums, The Clash dip their toes into reggae, rockabilly, ska, new wave and post-punk over the course of this double LP.
On their third studio album, punk outfit The Clash evolved their sound. A departure from the rawer punk sound of their previous albums, The Clash dip their toes into reggae, rockabilly, ska, new wave and post-punk over the course of this double LP.
SOTD #10: Charli XCX - Forever (2020)
The second track on “How I’m Feeling Now”, Charli’s “quarantine album,” is a glitchy and futuristic track where she sings about the end of her relationship.
The second track on “How I’m Feeling Now”, Charli’s “quarantine album,” is a glitchy and futuristic track where she sings about the end of her relationship.
December 7, 2024 at 3:42 PM
SOTD #10: Charli XCX - Forever (2020)
The second track on “How I’m Feeling Now”, Charli’s “quarantine album,” is a glitchy and futuristic track where she sings about the end of her relationship.
The second track on “How I’m Feeling Now”, Charli’s “quarantine album,” is a glitchy and futuristic track where she sings about the end of her relationship.
AOTD #10: My Bloody Valentine - Loveless (1991)
After extensive and expensive recording and engineering sessions at 19 different studios, the Irish shoegaze band completed their seminal second studio album “Loveless”.
After extensive and expensive recording and engineering sessions at 19 different studios, the Irish shoegaze band completed their seminal second studio album “Loveless”.
December 6, 2024 at 2:21 PM
AOTD #10: My Bloody Valentine - Loveless (1991)
After extensive and expensive recording and engineering sessions at 19 different studios, the Irish shoegaze band completed their seminal second studio album “Loveless”.
After extensive and expensive recording and engineering sessions at 19 different studios, the Irish shoegaze band completed their seminal second studio album “Loveless”.
SOTD #9: Brian Eno - Third Uncle (1974)
This groundbreaking track from Eno’s album “Taking Tiger Mountain (By Strategy)” is a cathartic song with raw guitar and thick bass that’s considered to be a godfather of the post-punk sound that’s seen later on in the late 70’s.
This groundbreaking track from Eno’s album “Taking Tiger Mountain (By Strategy)” is a cathartic song with raw guitar and thick bass that’s considered to be a godfather of the post-punk sound that’s seen later on in the late 70’s.
December 5, 2024 at 5:25 AM
SOTD #9: Brian Eno - Third Uncle (1974)
This groundbreaking track from Eno’s album “Taking Tiger Mountain (By Strategy)” is a cathartic song with raw guitar and thick bass that’s considered to be a godfather of the post-punk sound that’s seen later on in the late 70’s.
This groundbreaking track from Eno’s album “Taking Tiger Mountain (By Strategy)” is a cathartic song with raw guitar and thick bass that’s considered to be a godfather of the post-punk sound that’s seen later on in the late 70’s.