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"Mapambazuko" has been praised for its inventive fusion of Ale Hop's psychedelic Latin rhythms and Titi Bakorta's lively soukous-inspired guitar lines. The album features six original tracks and three remixes, delivering a vibrant musical tapestry that is both chaotic and harmonious. Highlights include the jubilant "Bonne Année" with its eclectic electronic horns and industrial beats, the upbeat "Una Cumbia en Kinshasa," and the hallucinatory "Así Baila el Sintetizador." While some remixes may disrupt the duo's balance, the album is lauded for its innovation and the deft synergy between the artists, continuing a tradition of African and Latin musical crossovers. Sources: Pitchfork: Ale Hop & Titi Bakorta: Mapambazuko The Guardian: Ale Hop & Titi Bakorta: Mapambazuko review – Congolese soukous gets a maximalist makeover The Skinny: Titi & Ale Hop – Mapambazuko Genre : Neo Psychedelia Country : Peru Final Verdict: 58% (Forg...

Nate Amos, known for his work with Water From Your Eyes and My Idea, presents Box for Buddy, Box for Star under his solo project, This Is Lorelei. This album marks a significant shift towards earnest songwriting, blending heartland rock with hyperpop elements. Tracks like "Angel's Eye" and "Dancing in the Club" showcase Amos's versatility, featuring a mix of singer-songwriter fare, Auto-Tuned pop, and meditative piano interludes. Critics praise the album's emotional depth and innovative sound, noting that it stands as Amos's most accessible and focused work to date. ( Pitchfork Paste Magazine Stereogum ) Genre : Neo Psychedelia Country : US Final Verdict: 58% (Forgettable Album) Yearly Ranking: 766th / 909 Highlight : Two Legs Made me think of: Water From Your Eyes My Idea Alex G #newalbum #newalbum2024 #albumrelease #newmusic #albumoftheday #nowspinning #NowPlaying #musicdiscovery #NeoPsychedelia #ThisisLorelei #US #LP #Album #release  

Imaginal Disk is a high-concept, avant-garde pop record filled with existential themes, merging synthpop with psychedelic elements. Tracks like "Death & Romance" and "Tunnel Vision" showcase Magdalena Bay’s talent for blending catchy, ethereal melodies with complex production. Lyrically introspective, the album explores self-reflection, transformation, and emotional turmoil, all within a futuristic, dreamlike sonic landscape. It is a bold, creative evolution from their debut, cementing their status in the progressive pop world​ ( When The Horn Blows , Clash Magazine ) . Genre : Neo Psychedelia Country : US Final Verdict: 65% (Good Album) Yearly Ranking: 185th / 639 Highlight : Image Made me think of: CHVRCHES LCD Soundsystem Tame Impala #newalbum #newalbum2024 #albumrelease #newmusic #albumoftheday #nowspinning #NowPlaying #musicdiscovery #NeoPsychedelia #MagdalenaBay #US #LP #Album #release  

Wand's latest album, "Vertigo," showcases their evolution with a blend of layered guitar and synth-based jams, reflecting a mix of influences from psychedelic rock to art pop. The album, recorded entirely in their own studio, captures an improvisational spirit, creating a cohesive yet exploratory sound. The opening track, "Hangman," sets the tone with a slow, ominous build, flowing seamlessly into "Curtain Call," which adds warbling strings and synths. The Radiohead influence is palpable throughout, especially on tracks like "JJ," which exudes a creeping, dramatic vibe​ ( Glide Magazine ) ​​ ( Glide Magazine ) ​. "Vertigo" features a variety of textures and tones, from the disco beat of "Mistletoe" to the feedback-laden "Smile," and the experimental closing track "Seaweed Head." The album's production and arrangement, which include strings and winds, add a cinematic quality to the music, enhancing...

Genre : Neo Psychedelia Country : Australia Final Verdict: 64% (Good Album) Yearly Ranking: 212th / 495 Highlight : Neon River Made me think of: Tame Impala King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard MGMT #newalbum #newalbum2024 #albumrelease #newmusic #albumoftheday #nowspinning #NowPlaying #musicdiscovery #NeoPsychedelia #Pond #Australia #LP #Album #release  

Genre : Neo Psychedelia Country : US Final Verdict: 64% (Good Album) Yearly Ranking: 198th / 437 Highlight : Navigator Made me think of: My Morning Jacket Father John Misty Bon Iver #newalbum #newalbum2024 #albumrelease #newmusic #albumoftheday #nowspinning #NowPlaying #musicdiscovery #NeoPsychedelia #StrandofOaks #US #LP #Album #release  

Genre : Neo Psychedelia Country : US Final Verdict: 61% (Good Album) Yearly Ranking: 249th / 378 Highlight : Purple Land Made me think of: Animal Collective Deerhunter MGMT #newalbum #newalbum2024 #albumrelease #newmusic #albumoftheday #nowspinning #NowPlaying #musicdiscovery #NeoPsychedelia #AmenDunes #US #LP #Album #release  

Genre : Neo Psychedelia Country : US Final Verdict: 60% (Good Album) Yearly Ranking : 102th / 136 Highlight : Dancing In Babylon (feat. Christine and the Queens) Made me think of: Tame Impala Animal Collective Vampire Weekend #newalbum #newalbum2024 #albumrelease #newmusic #albumoftheday #nowspinning #NowPlaying #musicdiscovery #NeoPsychedelia #MGMT #US #LP #Album #release  

Genre : Neo Psychedelia Country : US Final Verdict : 64% (Good Album) Yearly Ranking : 420th / 970 Highlight : Defeat Made me think of: Panda Bear Tame Impala MGMT #newalbum #newalbum2023 #albumrelease #newmusic #albumoftheday #nowspinning #NowPlaying #musicdiscovery #NeoPsychedelia #AnimalCollective #US #LP #Album #release  

Genre : Neo Psychedelia Country : UK Final Verdict : 60% (Good Album) Yearly Ranking: 435th / 682 Highlight : Ululation Made me think of: clipping. Algiers Baloji