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YUNOREVIEW: JANUARY 2014

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A series of brief reviews dealing in records I didn't get a chance to do a full review over the past month. Here, I touch down on the latest records from Dum Dum Girls, Warpaint, Cities Aviv, Alcest, Young The Giant, and more! Thank you for watching!

Cities Aviv - "Power Exchange"

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An awesomely grooved instrumental on this Cities Aviv track, "Power Exchange." I'm absolutely loving the pitch-shifted female vocals, farty synths, and choppy beat. The trap-style hi-hats are nice touch as well.

I don't wanna completely ignore Aviv, though. What I've typically heard from this guy has been pretty quiet, lax. He didn't exactly strike me as the kind of MC who would jump out at you and grab your attention. That seems to be changing, though. With a somewhat beefy voice, and a bit more energy, this guy's potential has increased tenfold. Looking forward to where he goes after this.