Album Reviews: Arkells, Sleigh Bells, Ada Lea

 Arkells - Blink Once (Hamilton, ON) If any Canadian band is constantly trying to find ways to evolve and collaborate, the Arkells make a fun exercise of it. While their newest record definitely lacks an edge at times, and may alienate some listeners in their new sonic routes, it does

Album Reviews: Chai, Sharon Van Etten & Angel Olsen, Olivia Rodrigo

 CHAI — WINK (Nagoya, Japan) Though their live shows and aesthetics come off as playful, CHAI bring a true sophistication to their studio recordings. As they mix this kind of fun and more lush sensibility into their albums, WINK ends up a sublime listen that will appeal to your mind