Reviews
Earl Sweatshirt SICK!
SICK! is, ironically, and arguably, the avant-rap savant’s most accessible release to date.
Jackson Glassey reviews...
Bonobo Fragments
On his 7th studio album, the Brighton-born, LA-based artist finds solace in these unprecedented times with more syncopated arrangements and primal downtempo rhythms.
Fran González reviews...
The Lumineers BRIGHTSIDE
After their tonally bleaker III, the Denver folk-pop duo's fourth LP brings back the outward optimism that makes their music sound comforting and catchy—even if it doesn't gloss over the darker aspects of life.
Ho! Hey! Juan Edgardo Rodríguez kicks off 2022 with a new review...
Courtney Barnett Things Take Time, Take Time
Courtney Barnett's third album doesn't reference the pandemic, but perfectly captures a year of upheaval—from the novelty of letter writing to the fear of starting again.
Matthew Smith reviews...Features
The 50 Best Albums of 2021
It's time to reveal our top albums of the year. A longstanding tradition since 2002, our full list consists of 50 albums selected by the entire No Ripcord staff.
Click here to find out which artist made it to number 1...
Monsterwatch cranks up the fuzz on Noise You Will Never Care About (First Listen)
Listen to the Seattle trio's blistering new EP a full day before its official release.
Click here to listen to the EP in full...Latest Believe the Hype Pick
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Quick Takes
FKA twigs CAPRISONGS
A surprise release mixtape finds FKA twigs in a surprisingly playful mood, open to collaboration and keeping an eye on big-selling trends.
Kids on a Crime Spree Fall in Love Not in Line
Oakland trio typifies the Slumberland sound.