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Refined neon electro house: ‘ICU’ by Luke Tangerine & Kate Pending

‘ICU’ by Luke Tangerine & Kate Pending Luke Tangerine's output this year has been enormous, and he is not going to miss the opportunity to top it up just before Christmas. ‘ICU’ is the name of the new electro meets house music banger, which is almost unbeatable in terms of elegance. In this collaboration between Luke Tangerine and Kate Pending , both are in top form. One reason for this is certainly that both are masters of their craft and don't think in terms of genre boundaries.  ‘ICU’ manages to get stuck in my ear canals immediately, and not just because of the 80s/90s tendency that is definitely there. It's the combination that creates this. Synth aesthetics combined with a drum machine that plays up its retro charm and an irresistible bassline make for a soundscape that may sound a little vintage, but definitely has the strengths of the present.  In this fascinating soundscape, in which there are so many inconspicuous details to discover, Kate Pending seems to fe...
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Rebellious, quirky, confident & brilliant! - "Culture War 23" by 9 o’clock Nasty

9 o’clock Nasty

"Culture War 23 (Album)" by 9 o’clock Nasty

9 o’clock Nasty
9 o’clock Nasty is a British indie rock band that self-identifies as the “aristocrats of punk”. Their newest album, "Culture War 23", is an assortment of 12 songs that display their varied and daring sound, inspired by genres such as garage rock, alternative rock with a twist of pop.
The album’s designation reflects the band’s outlook on the current cultural and social scenario, which they regard as fractured and tumultuous. 
The band does not refrain from articulating their opinions and critiques on various matters, such as politics, media, religion, art, and consumerism. The album’s lyrics are clever, ironic, and sometimes controversial. 9 o’clock Nasty does not take themselves too seriously, but they also do not sacrifice their artistic vision and integrity.
The sound is diverse and vivacious, alternating from catchy and upbeat songs to dark and heavy ones. The band experiments with different instruments and effects and the vocals are also varied and distinctive, featuring multiple singers who harmonize, contrast, or clash with each other.


Our favorite songs of "Culture War 23":

"Too Cool" is a robust amalgamation of punk and rock, influenced by bands such as the Beastie Boys or Red Hot Chili Peppers. The song exhibits a funky guitar riff, a pulsating drum beat. The song’s lyrics are inventive as well as ironic. An absolute banger as opener.

"Mood is Low" exemplifies how to craft a sonorous and unforgettable auditory experience. The guitar riffs are unadorned but efficacious, the bass lines are rhythmic and ponderous, and the drums are swift and intense. The vocals are unfiltered and emotive, expressing a sentiment of discontent and defiance with ingenious and amusing lyrics

“Bird of Happiness” will appeal to aficionados of different music styles. The song exhibits the varied and inventive musical style of 9 o’clock Nasty, as well as their competence to cooperate with other artists. The song probes the elaborate feelings of love, with humor and candor. The song will make you beam, participate, and maybe even weep.

Bonus: three new tracks!!!

"Culture War 23" is an album that appeals to anyone who likes indie rock music. It is an album that is fun, fresh, and original, but also smart, relevant, and meaningful. "Culture War 23" is: rebellious, quirky, confident and brilliant!


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