The New York Times – Music:
The percussionist, producer, D.J. and more has been helping artists like André 3000 express themselves for decades. His latest album is due later this month.
Author: Eric Ducker
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Why Electro’s Exacting Duo Justice Wanted to Break Its Own Rules
The New York Times – Music:
For “Hyperdrama,” Gaspard Augé and Xavier de Rosnay’s first album in eight years, the duo added genre experiments and guests to its arsenal of bangers.
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A Strokes Tribute Band Is Part of a Fresh Wave of Latino Fandom
The New York Times – Music:
The members of the Strokes tribute band Juicebox, like the crowds they draw, are predominantly Latino.
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Movie Trailers Keep Tweaking Well-Known Songs. The Tactic Is Working.
The New York Times – Music:
Composers are increasingly in demand for trailerization — reworking existing tracks by artists including Kate Bush, Nirvana and Kendrick Lamar to maximize their impact in film and TV previews.
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Cavetown’s Heartfelt Bedroom Pop Brings Kindness to a Cruel World
The New York Times – Music:
The 23-year-old British singer-songwriter Robin Skinner has a listenership devoted to his sensitive (but not despairing) music.
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Sasami Wanted to Appropriate White, Male Music. She Landed on Metal.
The New York Times – Music:
The 31-year-old Los Angeles musician’s first album was filled with electro-inflected indie rock. Its follow-up, “Squeeze,” has harder music filtered through her unique lens.