Ask a DJ: "What are your top picks from this fall?"

On Ask a DJ, you ask a DJ... and a DJ answers. This time, Madame Psychosis of 60+/- breaks down her top picks from the past semester, spanning jazz, rock, and everywhere in between & beyond. 

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1. Dinosaur Jr. – I Bet On Sky

One of my favorite bands of all time. They came back after an almost

20 year hiatus to release a few new albums, and this one is so far the

best yet. They have definitely grown since they were kids, and I Bet

on Sky shows it.

    

2. Black Moth Super Rainbow – Cobra Juicy

Black Moth Super Rainbow achieves a sound that I have not had any

luck finding anywhere else. Their newest effort shows them at the

peak of their game, with catchy melodies over always-inventive and

innovative electronic instruments.

    

3. Grizzly Bear – Shields

More toned down and acoustic-y than some of their other stuff, but

I’m into that.

     

4. Kurt Rosenwinkel – Star of Jupiter

Very accomplished jazz guitarist, who keeps this somewhat mellow

double album sonically interesting even when listened to repeatedly.

    

5. Flying Lotus – Until the Quiet Comes

I think I might like this newest effort from Flying Lotus more than his

breakout success Cosmogramma, which might get me shunned from

some circles.

    

6. Bob Mazurek Pulsar Quartet – Stellar Pulsations

Another great jazz composer and arranger, this record is pretty far

out even for a concept album about the solar system.

    

7. Divine Fits – A Thing Called Divine Fits

A veritable indie super group, with the Spoon singer Britt Daniel and

Dan Boeckner Wolf Parade fame. Solid rock and roll for fans of either

of the aforementioned groups.

    

8. Everyone Everywhere – Everyone Everywhere II

Indie-post-emo-core all the way from the east coast. Highly

recommended for anyone who was into Cap’n Jazz or Brand New back

in their heyday.

    

9. Fred Lonberg-Holm’s Fast Citizens – Gather

Jazz this time on the freer side. If you like discordant, extended jams

this is right up your alley. I know I do.

    

10. Ensemble Off n On – Ensemble Off n On

More experimental jazzers, Ensemble Off n On is based San Diego.

Cool “covers” of Sun Ra and Jimi Hendrix.

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Food & Music Pairing - Indesinence

Indesinence - Vessels of Light and Decay

is best enjoyed with...

Haggis, neets & tatties, and a grilled tomato

Before you ask, no, Indesinence is not Scottish (just English). But the traditional highland pudding suits the death/doom to a gloomy T.  You see, many doom metal bands suffer from either way too little or far too much texture: you either have walls of sound that aren't droney enough to please fans of SunO))), or bands that throw layer after layer of sheen until it loses the whole dirgey point of the genre. Indesinence captures the perfect morbid medium, with enough instrumentation to expand upon musical ideas without drawing the focus away from the massive riffs. The rhythm section and death-be-damned vocals keep the engine surging forward, replacing the tradition of moping in sorrow with raging against it. As a result, Indesinence's second full-length in their 11 year history (!!!) stands as the most impressive doom release amidst a murder of fantastic contributions in the past year. Haggis is a great complement: formed of the most grisly parts of a pig, mixed with onions and spice to bring out the flavor. Neets (mashed turnips) and tatties (potatoes) offer diversity to the meal, and the fiery taste of grilled tomato adds just enough ferocity to bring it all home. Besides, the red/black color combo is just too good of an opportunity to miss for a truly metal meal.

Food & Music Pairing - Lianne La Havas

Lianne La Havas - Is Your Love Big Enough?

is best enjoyed with...

Red velvet cheesecake

This one's too easy. Both are delectable, both are silky smooth, both get heavy at exactly the right time. They're both sweet, they both have just a little bit of pastry shoppe nostalgia ambience. The lyrics and the dessert thrive due to their multiple layers, and both the album and the cake stand strong on their own. And of course, both are just begging to be consumed post-breakup.

It's ok, girl. You don't need him.