"Fever Dream" by Iron & Wine
This song doesn’t rise or fall. It just appears, quietly, closely, and stays there. A minimal, intimate production completely sure of itself.
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Thoughtfully curated weekly deep dives on a single track worthy of your time and attention (and your hifi gear.)
"Two Deliverances" by The Hotelier
There’s a snap and punch to the drums that feels almost too close. Neither glossy nor lo-fi. Just freakin' real.
"I Want You Back" by The Jackson 5
Some songs are just built to move. "I Want You Back" by The Jackson 5 is one of them. It’s sonic catnip from the first bar.
"Hey Now" by London Grammar
“Hey Now” by London Grammar completely took over audio-show demo booths when it was released in 2013 for good reason.
Far Beyond The Yellow Sea
"Orinoco Flow" by Enya is a tidal wave of lush synthesizers, layered vocals, and shimmering melodies that feel both ancient and futuristic.
Baa Baa, Baa Baa, BOMP
"Warriors" by Too Many Zooz is a funky, jazzy, ballsy full-range explosion that’ll have you tapping your feet as soon as you pick your jaw up off the floor.
Where's That Higher Love I've Been Thinking Of?
"Higher Love" by Steve Winwood is blue-eyed soul synth-pop gospel fusion and a shimmering example of meticulous studio craft meeting spiritual yearning.
Did You Know You Could Make Me Scream?
"Tell 'Em" from Sleigh Bells' album "Treats" is all climax and sonic maximalism. This maelstrom of sound topped by saccharine-sweet vocals must be heard to be believed.
Every Day On Evening News They Feed You Fear For Free
"Walking in the Snow" from Run the Jewels' album "RTJ4" is a crass, bombastic, countercultural hip-hop banger that's equal parts tragedy, protest, and sonic ear candy.
Do You Take Sugar?
"Pour Some Sugar On Me" by Def Leppard is an uber obnoxious stadium rock anthem with towering guitar riffs and firing squad drums all polished to fine sheen.
The Roughest Place I've Ever Been
"Tin Pan Alley (AKA Roughest Place in Town)" by Steve Ray Vaughn & Double Trouble sets a standard for dynamic range and soundstage in recorded Blues music.
That Real Full Moon Black Magic
Lose Control by Teddy Swims is a raw, aching vocal tour de force blending R&B and funk/soul sensibilities to make something special.