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Even on songs like these that have appeared in many versions over the years, the character of the Chrome Hearts -- the emphasis of the organ and keys, the drawn-out interplay between the guitars, the thoughtful and generous communication between the players -- makes even these well-worn tunes sound new.

Songs of Personal Loss and Protest is one of his best-realized projects in some time, a bit more subdued than classic JSBX but a superb evocation of what he does best and a sonic second wind from one of indie rock's great wild-card talents.

The result is the most texturally detailed, sonically overwhelming BIG|BRAVE record to date. Nearly every moment is bristling with blown-out distortion, yet it's shaped so that there's enough space for all the elements to breathe instead of cancel each other out.

Horse Lords' music is both demanding and rewarding, and the group continues to innovate while remaining hopeful and celebrating life.

There’s awe and sadness in certain passages, but the primary reflections Setting uncovers are ones of joy, contentment, and gratitude. Tuning in deeply to their music inspires similar feelings.

BODY SOUND is an immersive effort that finds magic and wonder in common objects and situations.

While Ei8ht is less focused than some of the band's earlier rock-oriented work, it's interesting to hear them stretch out and experiment at this stage in their career.

Snowdrop doesn't reveal much that is new about Mono; that said, it does portray them at their creative, committed, focused, best.

A warmer, softer album that mostly sets aside the sleek pop surfaces and driving rhythms of her previous material.

Precreation Percolation is a welcome reminder that Super Furry Animals were one of the most interesting, consistently surprising, and always worth hearing bands of their era.