Listening to “Small Town Syndrome” by thinking silly is an exercise in delightful contradiction. Dylan Morrison’s project, shaped here by the production hand of collaborator Margot Taylor, builds a sleek, propulsive chassis of dark pop and minimal techno, only to house an engine of pure, grinding ache. It’s the sound of someone forcing a smile so wide their face hurts, a dance track for...

Love Ghost, headquartered in Los Angeles, has a dazzling brightness that makes them stand out in the wide expanse that is the world of music. This independent group has swiftly carved out a space for themselves, causing tremors not just in the heart of Los Angeles but also throughout the globe. This is demonstrated by their breathtaking performance at Germany's legendary Rockpalast festival, where they shared...