Five Albums You Have To Listen To This Month: March
Get ready to indulge in the hottest new releases this March with our top picks for the five albums you simply can't miss.
Alright, alright, alright. Are you tired of the same old crap on your playlist? Fear not, dear readers! We’ve got five hot new albums that'll knock your socks off and give your eardrums a run for their money. This month, we've got the scathing rhymes and mindmelting beats of "Scaring The Hoes" by JPEGMAFIA & Danny Brown, the gritty and unapologetic reflection on life in "UGLY" by slowthai, and the riotous celebration of letting go in "The Art of Forgetting" by Caroline Rose. Meanwhile, Deathcrash's "Less" brings a thunderous blend of post-emo and post-punk, and PACK’s “Crispy Crunchy Nothing” is a grungey rollercoaster of emotion. Discover more about these remarkable albums and why they warrant your attention by reading on.
Caroline Rose - The Art of Forgetting
The Art of Forgetting is a bold and adventurous album that sees Caroline Rose pushing the boundaries of their abilities as a songwriter as well as exploring new sonic territory. It's a testament to Rose as a song writer and their ability to write touching lyrics that pierce the soul. On this album Rose’s song writing is at their strongest, with production never sounding so good. Rose’s willingness to take risks and try new things is what makes Rose such a compelling artist, and The Art of Forgetting is a testament to their talent, creativity, and fearlessness. Overall, "The Art of Forgetting" is a triumph for Caroline Rose.
slowthai - UGLY
slowthai is an example of redemption in an age of cancellation and damning articles. With his past controversies behind him and an album that demonstrates a lot of time working on himself, he is an example for men in music who often take the opposite route of sincerity and openness in regards to controversy. Bringing in his new sense of self on this latest record, he proves that betterment doesn’t have to sound boring and straight line. A lesson for some of the more ego fuelled musicians with their tail of controversies ; would’ve thought you could be provocative, challenging and authentic without being a dick? For what it has to offer in abundance, “UGLY” solidifies slowthai as a figurehead in UK music.
deathcrash - Slow
‘Less’ revels in space, indulging in soporific slowcore that feels empty whilst profoundly full of life’s experience. Ringing chords and held notes populate the murky depths between explosive instrumentation. Deathcrash are never in a hurry. Throughout the album melodies and progressions are held for a minute or more, allowing the listener to fully immerse themselves into the music and hear subtle human touches that alter between repetitions. On the album’s stand out track ‘And Now I Am Lit’ guitar harmonics ring out, like bells through the fog. Drums slowly meander in, shortly accompanied by crunchy bass as the melodic progression cements itself into the ground.
JPEGMAFIA & Danny Brown - SCARING THE HOES
It’s a rare occasion we throw out a 100/100 score. In fact, we’ve only done it once before. SCARING THE HOES is a celebration of experimental and underground hip-hop by two of the genre’s lead pioneers. Every track features some level of chaos, and the chemistry of the duo makes the record flourish, with each artist adding their unique sounds and elements to create a wonderfully exciting listen. Throughout its runtime, there is no element left to chance. Each lyric, production choice, and vocal performance is carefully crafted to create one of, if not the best album releases of the year. Over the years of their careers, the duo has perfected their craft of the unnerving, the in-your-face, and the weird. The combination of the two artists highlights each of their strengths in a flawed yet flawless way. This 36-minute album slaps you in the face and leaves you wanting more.
PACKS - Crispy Crunchy Nothing
Toronto/Ottawa-based band PACKS has released their sophomore album, "Crispy Crunchy Nothing," via Fire Talk. The album is a love letter to life, encapsulating the messy, magical, and confusing moments that make up the human condition. The album features 14 tracks that offer a slice of life, including the painful lows and exhilarating highs. The album sees PACKS returning to the garage rock sound that defined their 2021 debut, Take The Cake, with country influences, both contemporary and classic. The traces of personal loss loom over the album, but PACKS refuses to fixate on despair, finding radiant joy that cuts through the sadness. At the heart of "Crispy Crunchy Nothing" is a starry-eyed adoration for the curveballs life throws at us, taking in all the ups and downs that make life beautiful and brutal.
