The Student Playlist

Showcasing the Best New Music, Curating the Classics

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REVIEW: Avey Tare – ‘Eucalyptus’ (Domino)

In ‘Eucalyptus’, Animal Collective’s Avey Tare finally delivers a solo album worthy of his status in one of the 21st century’s most important groups.

REVIEW: Foster The People – ‘Sacred Hearts Club’ (Columbia / Sony)

Probably now doomed to be remembered as a one-hit wonder, Foster The People’s utterly inoffensive third album ‘Sacred Hearts Club’ completely lacks originality.

REVIEW: Declan McKenna – ‘What Do You Think About The Car?’ (Columbia)

Stuffed with already familiar hits and sparkling new tracks, Declan McKenna’s keenly awaited debut ‘What Do You Think About The Car?’ feels like an instant modern classic.

REVIEW: Shabazz Palaces – ‘Quazarz…’ (Sub Pop)

Constantly baffling and challenging, Shabazz Palaces have managed to do something truly remarkable and increasingly rare with ‘Quazarz’ – sustain the listener’s attention for more than 70 minutes.

REVIEW: Waxahatchee – ‘Out In The Storm’ (Merge)

Katie Crutchfield’s 4th outing as Waxahatchee is her most personal yet, and a sturdy addition to her growing discography.