Born and raised on the vibrant island of Martinique, Klarys was infused with the rich Caribbean rhythms that would eventually shape her musical journey. The first twenty years of her life were painted with the vibrant colours of her native land, imprinting on her an unmistakable musical identity that she carries with her to this day. Now, Klarys is a French artist who combines her powerful...

Listening to Bloomfield Machine's new seventeen-track instrumental album, “Copium,” feels a bit like stepping into a terrarium during a quiet downpour. The title itself suggests a kind of modern, knowing self-delusion, the balm we apply just to get by. Yet, the music crafted by Huntington Beach’s Brian Kassan is far too sincere for pure cynicism. This isn’t the sound of giving up; it’s the...