There is a peculiar friction to the digital textures of Skylarka and her new album, "Somnorine". It’s supposed to be chiptune-influenced synthwave, but listening to it feels less like browsing the internet and more like chewing on aluminum foil while watching Blade Runner on a CRT monitor that’s slowly degaussing. It’s a sensory contradiction bright, crystalline pop hooks wrestling with the deep, existential dread...

As soon as the song begins, everyone gets up and starts dancing. Watermelon Boy, who just released a single, is the only one who can make this happen. The jubilant tempo of "Hall of Fame" and the vibrant instrumentals create an optimistic and easygoing ambiance, just right for a wild summer bash. A song that will get everyone in the party spirit and make your summer...