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Superchunk Share New Single ‘Everybody Dies’

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Superchunk Share New Single ‘Everybody Dies’

Superchunk have released a new song, ‘Everybody Dies’. Marking the band’s first new music since the departure of longtime drummer Jon Wurster, it’s the A-side of a new 7″ that’s out January 26 and includes a cover of Alastair Galbraith’s 1992 song ‘As in a Blender’. Take a listen below.

“The last years have often felt like an avalanche of loss—starting with Bowie and Prince, really, and then magnified by the pandemic and amplified by social media,” frontman Mac McCaughan shared in a statement. “Something that seems different recently is that we aren’t just losing legends from older generations — Pharoah Sanders or Toots Hibbert or Kidd Jordan or Tina Turner — but musicians we think of as peers and friends; people we have toured with and recorded with and shared beers with all over the world. It means of course we’re getting older, and while we know from an early age that yes, everybody dies, it doesn’t make these departures any less shocking.”

Faye Webster Announces New Album, Recruits Lil Yachty for New Song ‘Lego Ring’

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Faye Webster Announces New Album, Recruits Lil Yachty for New Song ‘Lego Ring’

Faye Webster has announced a new album. Underdressed at the Symphony, the follow-up to 2021’s I Know I’m Funny Haha, arrives March 1 via Secretly Canadian. It’s led by the Lil Yachty collaboration ‘Lego Ring’, which comes with a video featuring the pair playing a video game created by the clip’s director Kyle Ng of Braindead Studios. Check it out below, and scroll down for the LP’s cover art and tracklist.

Underdressed at the Symphony includes the previously shared songs ‘But Not Kiss’ and ‘Lifetime’. “I think I hit a point in songwriting during this record where I was just like, man, I said a lot,” Webster said in a press release. “The record feels like a mouthful to me, but I don’t always have to be deep. I can just sit down and sing about this ring made of crystal Lego that I really want.”

Underdressed at the Symphony Cover Artwork:

Underdressed at the Symphony Tracklist:

1. Thinking About You
2. But Not Kiss
3. Wanna Quit All the Time
4. Lego Ring [feat. Lil Yachty]
5. Feeling Good Today
6. Lifetime
7. He Loves Me Yeah!
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9. Underdressed at the Symphony
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Album Review: Marika Hackman, ‘Big Sigh’

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Album Review: Marika Hackman, ‘Big Sigh’

Marika Hackman’s music is steeped in feeling, but you can’t always situate or trace it back to a specific time and place. It could be fresh and just now bubbling up or long buried and finally creeping through the surface; on Big Sigh, the London singer–songwriter’s first studio album in almost five years, you can’t always tell the difference. “There’s a part of me that really mourns the loss of the simplicity of childhood,” Hackman said in an interview about the record, which feels elegiac but not in the way that was emblematic of her early work, particularly 2015’s We Slept at Last. A different kind of maturity has settled in. She untangles patterns that carry onto adulthood, relationships that belong in the past but whose complex dynamics linger into the present, and accepts the innocence that’s lost while yearning for something more. The result might be the most emotionally heavy, thoughtful, and layered effort of her career, but it never drags you down.

“I’m so relieved it hurts,” Hackman sings on ‘Hanging’, which is in reference to a breakup but gets to the heart of Big Sigh’s duality – both the title and the album as a whole. Her last album, Any Human Friend, was full of dichotomies, too – by turns wistful and horny, hooky and discordant, the product of newfound confidence and chaotic desire. But the difference between Any Human Friend and Big Sigh isn’t so much mood as simply time, space, and solitude; it takes its time to unwind, giving each element room to breathe and intermingle. Hackman doesn’t sound concerned with making it fun so much as digging through the muck to get to something real, what she describes as “the golden thing” in the center. “Gold is on the ground/ I was happy for a while,” she repeats on the opening track, whose slow–moving arrangement and swirling piano knowingly recall Radiohead’s ‘Daydreaming’ (Thom Yorke collaborator Sam Petts-Davies co–produced the album). It’s not that Hackman has lost faith, but she knows better than to keep chasing the false promise of happiness, even if she still quietly longs for it; first, she has to let it go.

Other things she can still salvage: on ‘Hanging’, she describes her heart as a “hard brown stone/like an embryo,” before sighing, “It will never be a part of me worth finding.” The important clause here is “With your fingers down my throat,” because alone with a piano, it sounds like the only thing that could ever be worthwhile. Still, it’s hard: the silence she tries to embrace on the title track becomes a storm of violence, the lift of the chorus somehow feels like sinking, until she resolves that she is, that big sigh of a word, fine. Songs like ‘Slime’ harness the dark sexual energy of Any Human Friend, but Hackman sounds tired of any form of cheekiness, so she mostly does away with it. Two of the most striking songs on the album, ‘Blood’ and ‘Please Don’t Be So Kind’, are subtler and embody conversations of visceral intimacy. On the latter, Hackman verbalizes her desire with honest, gritty precision – to be loved in a way that rips her heart out – even though the other person seems far from being on the same wavelength.

Yet Hackman is more than capable of grounding herself. She knows she can’t change the past or other people’s behaviour, but she can keep herself in check: on an earlier song, the line “Stay away from love/ Maybe take your clothes off” could have been suggestive, but on ‘No Caffeine’ it’s part of a greater strategy to control a racing mind, which also entails talking to all your friends and making herbal tea. On the instrumental ‘The Lonely House’, she allows herself to be guided by a beautifully stark melody without turning it into a song. Lonely doesn’t so bad when you’re surrounded by people who lie, whether to be mean (“Mum says I’m a waste of skin/ A sack of shit and oxygen”) or kind (“But dad thinks I could be something/ If I eat my vitamins”). But Hackman remains steadfast in her pursuit of the bloody, simple truths, which have a way of shining through and beyond one’s own self. “But if we’re all special then we’re all the same,” she sings on ‘Vitamins’, a painful realization that suddenly sounds like the biggest relief.

Watch the First Teaser Trailer for Amy Winehouse Biopic ‘Back to Black’

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Watch the First Teaser Trailer for Amy Winehouse Biopic ‘Back to Black’

The first teaser trailer for the new Amy Winehouse biopic, Back to Black, has been unveiled. Directed by Sam Taylor-Johnson and made with the support of the Amy Winehouse Foundation, the film stars Industry actor Marisa Abela in the lead role. Check out the trailer below.

Back to Black marks the first biopic about Winehouse, following Asif Kapaida’s 2015 documentary Amy as well as the 2021 BBC TV film Reclaiming Amy. “Back to Black is a never-before-seen glimpse into Amy Winehouse’s early rise to fame and the release of her groundbreaking studio album, Back to Black,” the film’s synopsis reads. “Told from Amy’s perspective, the film is an unapologetic look at the woman behind the phenomenon and the relationship that inspired one of the most legendary albums of all time.”

Helado Negro Shares New Single ‘Best for You and Me’

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Helado Negro Shares New Single ‘Best for You and Me’

Helado Negro has shared a new single called ‘Best for You and Me’. It’s taken from his upcoming record PHASOR, which is due out February 9 and includes the previously released songs ‘I Just Want To Wake Up With You’ and ‘LFO’. Listen to it below.

J Mascis Releases New Single ‘Right Behind You’

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J Mascis Releases New Single ‘Right Behind You’

J Mascis has dropped ‘Right Behind You’, the latest single from his upcoming full-length What Do We Do Now. It follows previous cuts ‘Can’t Believe We’re Here’ and ‘Set Me Down’. Check it out below.

What Do We Do Now, Mascis’ fifth solo LP, will be released on February 2 via Sub Pop.

Astrid Sonne Shares New Song ‘Boost’

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Astrid Sonne Shares New Song ‘Boost’

Astrid Sonne has unveiled a new track, ‘Boost’. It’s set to appear on the Danish composer’s third LP, Great Doubt, which comes out January 26 via Escho. Take a listen below.

“I made ‘Boost’ lying in my bed, it’s a quite energetic track coming from a not very energetic place,” Sonne explained in a statement. “There’s a sense of release to Boost and a feeling of not caring too much, which can be good sometimes when you need to seek out new settings.”

Konradsen Unveil New Song ‘Michael’

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Konradsen Unveil New Song ‘Michael’

Norwegian duo Konradsen have released a new single, ‘Michael’, which will appear on their upcoming album Michael’s Book on Bears. Listen to it below.

“’Michael’ depicts scenes from childhood and the tug-of-war between the good and the bad memories,” the band explained in a statement. “It also deals with the longing for a choice of path. Here, Aleksander Waaktaar (girl in red, Dagny, Astrid S) has given the song the string arrangement it needed.”

Michael’s Book on Bears is set for release on March 8 via 777 Music.

Clockwork Treasures from China’s Forbidden City to Go on Display at Science Museum

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Clockwork Treasures from China’s Forbidden City to Go on Display at Science Museum

From the 1st of February, more than 20 glorious clockwork treasures collected by Chinese emperors from the Palace Museum in Beijing will be displayed exclusively in the UK for the first time at the Science museum. Zimingzhong 凝时聚珍: Clockwork Treasures from China’s Forbidden City will take visitors on a unique journey through the 1700s to explore the technical expertise, creativity and international trade behind these centuries-old zimingzhong.

In a triumph of artistry and spectacle, the exhibition will reveal these prosperous constructions’ skills, design, and inner mechanisms.

On the exhibition’s opening night, the Science Museum will host a special edition of free adults-only after-hours events to celebrate the Lunar New Year.

4 Ways Internet Tech Can Help You to Achieve Your Career Dreams

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4 Ways Internet Tech Can Help You to Achieve Your Career Dreams

So, you’ve got these grand career dreams, right? Whether you’re eyeing that dream job, planning to start your own gig, or cooking up a killer side hustle, the internet is your golden ticket. We’re talking about a treasure trove of tools and opportunities that past generations could only dream of.

From boosting your knowledge to expanding your network, the online world is where the magic happens. In this article, we’re spilling the beans on four ways internet tech can turn your career fantasies into reality.

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1. Amp Up Your Skills with Online Education

Let’s kick things off with a game-changer – online education. The internet has blown open the doors to a universe of free or dirt-cheap online courses. Imagine learning any skill you can think of, all at your own pace. Sounds like a sweet deal, right?

Check out the big players like Coursera, Udacity, and edX – they’re like the Netflix of education. These platforms dish out courses from top universities and companies, covering everything from coding bootcamps to data science and even leadership and marketing.

The bottom line? Lifelong learning is the name of the game. Dive into online education, pick up those skills, and watch your expertise and confidence soar. The internet is basically a limitless library, and you’re the kid in a candy store.

2. Network Like a Pro on Social Media

Alright, let’s talk about social media – it’s not just for cat videos and memes. Platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter are gold mines for connecting with your industry’s movers and shakers. Here’s the lowdown on how to turn those virtual handshakes into career gold:

  • New Connections: Reach out and connect with the big shots in your field. Drop comments, share their updates, and shoot over personalized connection requests. Start conversations that open doors.
  • Opportunity Alerts: Ever heard that many jobs get snapped up through networking before they even hit the job boards? Stay active on social media, and you’ll be the first to know about new gigs, partnerships, or cool collaborations. Plus, you’ll be in the loop on companies with exciting projects in the pipeline.

Social media is like a 24/7 networking party – you just need to show up and mingle. So, start building those connections, and watch the doors swing wide open. Your future self will be sending you virtual high-fives!

3. Work Smarter with Productivity Apps

Now, let’s talk about productivity apps – your secret weapons for getting more done in less time. Brace yourself, because these tools are like having a personal assistant at your fingertips:

  • Automate the Boring Stuff: Apps like IFTTT, Zapier, and Microsoft Power Automate are your go-to for automating digital grunt work. File those emails, share social media posts, and save important files to the cloud – all on autopilot.
  • Master Time Management: Tools like Slack, Asana, Trello, or Monday.com are your ticket to organization paradise. Keep tabs on tasks, deadlines, and priorities. Collaborate, assign duties, and stay in the loop on key projects. For personal productivity, hit up apps like Todoist, Google Keep, or Microsoft To Do. Make lists, set reminders, and track your progress.

Basically, these apps are your virtual sidekicks, helping you tackle the daily grind like a pro. So, explore the options, find what clicks with your style, and let these digital wonders work their magic.

4. Connect and Collaborate Virtually

Lastly, let’s chat about virtual collaboration. Thanks to platforms like Zoom, Skype, and Google Meet, you can team up with peeps from anywhere, anytime. And don’t think these are just for remote work – even in an office, these tools can be game-changers.

Plus, document collaboration tools like Google Docs or Office 365 let multiple brains work on the same files from different corners of the world. You can see real-time edits, comments, and keep tabs on the latest versions.

The takeaway? Technology is your BFF for streamlining processes, boosting collaboration, and, ultimately, pushing your career to new heights. So, find the tools that vibe with your groove, and let the digital revolution amp up your professional game.

In Conclusion – Your Career, Your Rules

Guess what? You’re living in an era where achieving your career dreams is just a click away. The internet has flung open a world of opportunities for you to grab with both hands. 

With a dash of hard work and a sprinkle of persistence, those dreams of yours are within arm’s reach. The tools are laid out for you; now, it’s your turn to dive in. So, why wait? Start today, and let the tech wonders of the internet take you on a ride to career glory!

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