When 7Z MAXI released his latest single, "Back From The Dead", the collision between the unforgiving pavement and the holy pulpit feels surprisingly organic. The Philadelphia-based solo artist, sometimes operating as Holy Boy Maxi, is tunneling straight back to the gritty, nostalgic energy of 2012 underground drill music. He is handing down a heavy, paradox-laden survival guide directed at the youth navigating treacherous environments...

Twice Dark's Fourth Album "Telekinetic" Masterfully Bridges Goth Rock and Synthpop with Cold, Electric Precision Twice Dark's fourth album "Telekinetic" materializes like an apparition with substance. Kreuzman's most cohesive artistic message to date is this collection. It is a smart move into synthpop territory while still staying true to the gothic and darkwave roots that made him famous. The record is like mental digging because it uses...