It's 4th of July weekend, which means celebrating with friends and family … but you still need your Weekend Tune-Up. I'm more excited than normal to share these new songs with you guys. Why? There was just so many great albums that I could've easily plucked from, and I feel like these are all really strong tunes.
Miguel unleashed his new LP, Wildheart, and damn, is it a great listen. If you liked his past records, then this will satisfy you even more. Baltimore's Beach House has announced a new album, Depression Cherry, due out August 28; lead single "Sparks" comes just in time for the holiday, and oozes more of that day drunk, dream pop sound they're so well known for. LA-based rapper The Game has a new track out, and he called on Drake to throw down a few verses. Matt Pond PA has evolved into a more expansive sound, and "More No More" proves that, the synths used over the heavy hook done well. You like Radiohead, then give the new song from the I'lls a spin. Sleeper tune of the week is from Vince Staples. "Summertime" isn't the sunny party song you'd expect from the title, but rather, an ode to a girl he's chasing and trying to open up to. Staples' monotone vocal delivery is complemented by a myriad of moody keyboards.
Have a safe 4th, and play on.
1. Miguel, "A Beautiful Exit"
2. Naytronix, "Mister Divine"
3. On An On, "Icon Love"
4. The Game Feat. Drake, "100"
5. The Internet, "Under Control"
6. Matt Pond PA, "More No More"
7. Wild Ones, "Dim The Lights"
8. Beach House, "Sparks"
9. I'lls, "Keep"
10. Statik Selektah Feat. Action Bronson & Joey Bada$$, "Beautiful Life"
11. The Velvet Teen, "The Manifest'
12. Santigold, "Radio"
13. LA Priest, "Lady's In Trouble With The Law"
14. Vince Staples, "Summertime"
15. Mocky, " Upbeat Thing"
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This article appears in Jul 2-8, 2015.