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MusicAlbum Review: mon cher – tell me babyDenver’s femme trio, mon cher, explore synth-driven dream pop in their new EP tell me baby. It’s meditative and vibey, reminiscent of synth-pop groups like Washed Out (the group that wrote the “Portlandia” theme) and the Minecraft’s ethereal composer, C418.Valerie Vampola · Jul 19, 2022MusicAlbum Review: VYNYL – PINKThe moody synth-pop elements on VYNYL’s new record PINK, out October 3, are reminiscent of vintage synth groups from the late 80’s like Erasure, a departure from their former alternative rock sound. Dark and moody, they take some classic new wave ideas, dressing them up in 2019’s clothes. Dig them live at White Groves Barber & Taproom September 13 and Lost Lake Lounge October 3.Valerie Vampola · Sep 7, 2019FeaturesWildermiss Carry Each Other All The WayDenver indie-pop group Wildermiss combine rhythmic, harmonic tension with the chart-tested power of hook repetition.Kevin Johnston · Jan 8, 2018ReviewsAlbum Review: Wildermiss – Lost With YouDenver indie-pop group Wildermiss combine rhythmic, harmonic tension with the chart-tested power of hook repetition. Though first looks at synth-wielding front-woman Emma Cole may conjure pop stereotypes, don’t be fooled. Wildermiss are guitar rock kids at heart – Heart they carry through their debut EP Lost With You and their engaging live shows.Kevin Johnston · Jan 1, 2018MusicAlbum Review: Get Along– Let My People GoGet Along is a husband and wife indie-pop duo made up of Nicholas and Cara Yañez, who just released their diverse EP, Let My People Go.Noel Billups · Oct 2, 2017MusicSingles Review: futurebabes – “Wolves” // “Thirsty Man’s Hungry Plea”futurebabes just released two singles, “Wolves” and “Thirsty Man’s Hungry Plea”, just in time for the holiday season.Noel Billups · Dec 5, 2016MusicAlbum Review: St. Lucia– MatterSynth-pop band St. Lucia, created in 2012 by South African native, Jean-Philip Grobler, have just released their second studio LP, Matter.Jaida Gibson · Mar 21, 2016