Tracks
TIE - #24 - Panda Bear: Crosswords
Panda Bear is one of my favorite male vocalists. The harmonies are the best part of the song. It is also really catchy.
TIE - #24 - Susanne Sundfør: Fade Away
I know this technically came out in 2014 but the album was released this year so whatever. She is criminally underrated. I love the flow of this song, it sweeps you away. She has a unique voice too.
#23 - Lana Del Rey: Freak
Lana lets her freak flag fly in "Freak" and I'm totally here for it. I like the hazy production and vocal. The verses and chorus are perfect. I think this is a wonderful addition to her discography.
#22 - Holly Herndon: Lonely at the Top
I listen to this at work when I'm not feeling motivated. It just makes you feel good and important. I don't listen to it very often because I don't want it to lose its impact. The sounds are so interesting to listen to. It doesn't trigger ASMR for me, but I still really enjoy listening to the whole thing.
#21 - ILLFIGHTYOU: FLASH
The production is top notch and so is the chorus. They don't take themselves too seriously which I really like. I'm excited to see what else they come up with.
#20 - Zara Larsson: Lush Life
I'm shocked that this didn't break through here in the United States. It is beyond fresh and the perfect soundtrack for the summer. It seems like it is gaining steam in 2016. I hope it's her year because this is some of the best pop out there hands down. It is exciting that someone as young as she is can sell this type of song. She sounds like she's been doing it for years.
#19 - Courtney Barnett: Pedestrian at Best
Courtney tells it like it is in Pedestrian at Best. "I think you're a joke but I don't find you very funny" has to be one of the best lyrics of the whole year. We all know someone like that.
#18 - Hannah Diamond: Hi
A song right for the digital age. The chorus and drop are the best parts of the song. A.G. Cook's production really shines here and Hannah definitely sounds lovelorn enough.
#17 - Torres: Strange Hellos
My favorite thing about Torres is her voice. In "Strange Hellos" she goes for a grittier sound which totally works in her favor. The calculated precision in the chorus works really well for her. The progression of the song is interesting and has a nice climax.
#16 - Grimes: REALiTi
I prefer this version to the album version. It is shocking that she doesn't consider it finished because it basically sounds flawless as it is. The song structure is really simple so it's a huge testament to Grimes's ability as a producer that it sounds so complex.
#15 - Charli XCX: Vroom Vroom
I'm so pumped for this album. It is one of my most anticipated releases of next year and "Vroom Vroom" is the reason why. It showcases how well Sophie and Charli work together. My favorite lyric is: "Those slugs no they can't catch me." Once again, Charli shows off her incomparable hook making skills. The abrasive verses and euphoric chorus clash in the best way possible.
#14 - Empress Of: Standard
You can tell Empress Of took time with her excellent single "Standard." It spews quality. Everything sounds meticulously placed. Her voice meshes really well with the production. It makes me lose myself to the music.
#13 - Danny L Harle: Forever
I like that Danny uses an unknown vocalist for "Forever." The synths ascend like a circling pillar that explode at the top. When I blast this in my car it triggers ASMR.
#12 - Beach House: Beyond Love
Alex Scally said that this song was hardest track from Depression Cherry to mix. I'm happy to say that they succeeded though. I love how playful Victoria sounds. To me, the lyrics are extremely cryptic (as always), but suggest yearning and something sinister. I love the chord progression too.
#11 - Sophie: Vyzee
This was my favorite track off of the new releases from PRODUCT. It sounds effervescent like soda. You literally want to fizz, just like the track suggests. The beat is extremely bouncy that makes you want to move. I also like how funky it is.
10-1 are coming really really soon!!!! Thanks for your patience!