Near Death Experience's single, "Shake," arrived not so much as music, but as a sudden, urgent insistence. It’s London psych-rock-soul alright, but brewed with something fiercely immediate, demanding attention like a ringing telephone in an empty room. The core quartet – Ian Whiteling guiding the trip with vocals and guitar fuzz, Joshua Van Ness laying down a heartbeat that feels both frantic and locked-in,...

The enigmatic Icelandic composer, songwriter, and performer Inki has recently made waves in the music landscape by exploring the realm of avant-pop. Inki has captivated music fans all around the globe with her unique character and bold artistic choices. Inki's new album, "Destructive Interference," is a musical excursion that combines her ethereal vocals and electronic instruments with live drumming played by the brilliant Höskuldur Eirksson. It...