Five Albums You Have To Listen To This Month: January 2023
Here are five albums from January we think you should check out.
Music connoisseurs, this month’s top five albums have been carefully selected for your auditory delight. Margo Price’s Strays is an evocative exploration of the complexities of life and the thrilling highs of love. Her heartfelt lyrics are backed by an incredible roster of guests featuring Jack White, Phil Cook, and Sturgill Simpson. Rozi Plain’s Prize offers a calming ambiance, ideal for moments of tranquility. Her lyrics are filled with introspection while her gentle instrumentals create a serene atmosphere. The Murder Capital’s Gigi’s Recovery is a raucous and uncensored debut album that guides the listener through depths of inner turmoil. Its potent and incisive sound will leave a lasting impression. Biig Piig’s Bubblegum is an entertaining and cheerful album perfect for those sun-filled days. With its upbeat melodies and lighthearted lyrics, the album is sure to bring out the joy in anyone who listens. Finally, Mac Demarco’s Five Easy Hot Dogs is an hazy collection of chilled instrumentals guaranteed to have you relaxed. These five albums are sure to provide endless hours of pleasure and should not be missed. So carve out some time for yourself, grab your favorite and enjoy the music.
Margo Price - Strays
Strays is a stunning collection of songs that showcases her musical range and lyrical depth. From the sweeping country ballads to the fractured indie rock anthems, this album is a powerful statement from an artist at the top of her game. Price has crafted an album that is sure to leave a lasting impression – one of resilience, strength, and hope. With Strays, Price has created something truly special, and it's a reminder that she is a true force to be reckoned with.
Biig Piig - Bubblegum
Biig Pigg aka Jessica Smyth has been making music (and a name for herself) since 2017. She’s part of the NiNE8 collective alongside fellow artists like Lava La Rue, signed with RCA Records in 2019, and is embarking on a sold out UK tour in March, to name just a few milestones. Her latest release Bubblegum is dazzling foray into D&B-infused pop. Bubblegum is an enjoyable and uplifting listen, and will have you grooving along in no time.
Mac Demarco - Five Easy Hot Dogs
‘Five Easy Hot Dogs’ isn't some grand artistic statement. It's not filled with emotive jazzy ballads or surfy dream pop. Instead Mac Demarco aimlessly wandered along the west coast, creating a track a day to justify the trip; compiling fourteen instrumental musak-esc songs to fill the 35 minute runtime. In an industry that pushes artists to their breaking point with unrealistic deadlines, immense pressure and inhumane touring schedules; Mac's new album feels like a rebellion against marketable music.
Rozi Plain - Prize
Rozi Plain’s music is a like a world of it’s own. Her new album, Prize, is a masterful blend of folk and indie rock. The album includes themes of lament, nostalgia, and hope that are woven into a beautifully crafted sound. Rozi Plain's distinct and delicate vocals carry the listener to a place of introspection and contemplation. The album features a few special guest appearances from the likes of Alabaster Deplume. Prize is an album full of beautiful melodies and thoughtful lyrics.
The Murder Capital - Gigi’s Recovery
The Murder Capital’s second album ‘Gigi’s Recovery’ is an emotional rollercoaster that takes listeners on a thrilling ride. The production on this album is devastating, with thunderous drums, razor-sharp guitars, and passionate vocals all blending together to create a powerful sonic experience.The thoughtful lyricism of the album is a true highlight, with the band exploring themes of death, loss, and social injustice. Tracks such as ‘Gigi’s Recovery’ and ‘Don’t Cling to Life’ are like a beacon of hope in the darkness, providing an uplifting message of resilience.Overall, ‘Gigi’s Recovery’ is a remarkable album that will captivate and move listeners.
