This week’s DJ picks cover the board. From pedal steel wizards to indie rock heroes, this week’s DJ picks have something for everyone. Check their picks out below!
Jay’s Monday Pick – The Criticals “Here Comes My Doll”
Jay’s DJ pick for this week comes from none other than the local indie rock outfit The Criticals. The track, “Here Comes My Doll”, comes from their new EP of the same name, which released earlier this month. The song is a continuation of The Criticals’ classic sound, which calls back to somewhere between The Strokes, The Libertines, and The Hives. If you find yourself missing the sounds of your favorite early 2000s indie rock bands, then The Criticals may be for you. Listen to “Here Comes My Doll” below!
Dan’s Tuesday Pick – Mac Demarco “Holy”
Mac Demarco returns with the second single off his upcoming album, Guitar. The track “Holy” is packed with more of the chill indie rock goodness you can come to expect from much of Mac’s most recent work. Beginning with simple bossa nova-inspired guitar, Demarco calls out for a miracle, all the while, a simple guitar riff weaves throughout, drifting the listener away. Take a listen to “Holy” below!
Stephanie’s Wednesday Pick – Wet Leg “mangetout”
Steph’s pick for this week is Wet Leg’s new song “mangetout”! Hailing from their latest album Moisturizer, “mangetout” expands on what Wet Leg does best. It’s an empowering break-up anthem, reminding the listener that taking up space isn’t a bad thing. With lines like “You’re washed up, irrelevant and standing in my light”, Wet Leg is here to remind you to put yourself first, all with the help of a punchy bass line and some killer guitar riffs. Take a listen to “mangetout” below!
Casey’s Thursday Pick – Guthrie Brown “Lose You” (feat. Katie Pruitt)
Casey comes through this week with a heartbreaker, in the form of Guthrie Brown’s “Lose You” feat. Katie Pruitt. Brown bears his heart on this track. It’s an honest confession of the feeling of being tongue-tied when you know that someone is slipping through your fingers. Lines like “What am I supposed to do when I’m losing you” are simple but effective. A feat of honest songwriting, “Lose You” is one to watch. Take a listen to “Lose You” below!
Rev’s Friday Pick – Robert Randolph “Sinner”
For our blues-rock fans out there, this week, The Rev has your back! Rev’s pick this week is none other than pedal steel legend Mr. Robert Randolph. Randolph is here to remind us all that sometimes it’s ok to give in to our indulgences. Randolph wants to let you know that even when others look down at it, sometimes you have to kick your feet up and enjoy yourself. For those looking to soak up every last minute of the care-free and wild energy that summer brings, this track is for you. Take a listen to “Sinner” below!
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