Photo by Nayquan Shuler. She sings in both English and Icelandic, but the emotional resonance in every note and strum is universal. Been down lately? With bouncy-smooth synths, shimmering guitar, and a pure-pop mindset, this feel-good track from the Danish band and their self-described empath leader Lo Ersare is a reliable mood-lifter. A mover right out the gate, this collab from Aussie Triple-J sensation Alice Ivy contains multitudes: funk-laden, LA-referencing, unserious, but seriously sick.
Ready to go home? Make your way back there with this undulating jazz-hip-hop track from a cadre of artists with major wakes in those waters. More: MBE playlist Apr. Did you enjoy this piece? We are member-supported, so your donation is critical to KCRW's music programming, news reporting, and cultural coverage. Help support the DJs, journalists, and staff of the station you love.
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