Modern Charms - "Modern Charms"

The cover art for this EP is so befitting of the music contained within: summery dream pop goodness that makes you think of swimming pools and sunny days.  San Francisco's Modern Charms have garnered a lot of attention with this self-titled debut, and it's not hard to see why.  With a sound that can be likened to a sedated Medicine or even a more languid My Bloody Valentine in some places, the six blissfully hazy songs have enough originality to stay refreshing in an ocean of lukewarm pretenders.  Almost a year after the release date, this debut has lost none of the luster and keeps me coming back for more.  "Soothing" is definitely a good descriptor, as it's very easy to become lost in the embrace of Modern Charms.

MODERN CHARMS - "MODERN CHARMS"

Self-released 2013

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Work Drugs - "Delta"

You want a summer record?  Here's your summer record.  Work Drugs nailed everything they were going for on their fourth album, "Delta."  Every aspect of this record glistens and shimmers, from the sparkling synths to the dreamy production to the whispery vocals.  A band that "makes music specifically for boating, sexting, dancing, yachting and living," Work Drugs have crafted the perfect soundtrack to your next summertime shindig.  Just as appropriate for nighttime listening in the bedroom as it is for grooving on the deck of a catamaran, "Delta" is full of subtle dance-floor bangers that will get stuck in your head all day long, but with enough staying power to keep you coming back for more.  Tracks like "Rad Racer" and "License To Drive" will be staples for that summer playlist on the way to the coast.  A great album to explore on a sunny July weekend.  Dip into this & then explore the rest of the Work Drugs discography.  If you like synthpop, you won't be disappointed.

WORK DRUGS - "DELTA"

Bobby Cahn Records 2012

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