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The Chimes

Soundgarden’s “Ultramega OK” rocks harder than ever

The seminal Seattle grunge legend’s debut release receives the refurbishment it deserves.
Maxwell Heilman, Writer March 7, 2017
The seminal Seattle grunge legend’s debut release receives the refurbishment it deserves.

Xiu Xiu’s “FORGET” validates their unforgettable nature

Courtesy of pitchfork.com
The group’s latest project twist heads and wrings out every ounce of emotion inside of every heart.
Kyle Kohner, Copy Editor & Office Manager March 7, 2017
The group’s latest project twist heads and wrings out every ounce of emotion inside of every heart.

The Roc: A Cultural Mixing Pot by Daniel Herskedal

Courtesy of Edition Records
The Norwegian composer’s newest album brings the sounds of the Middle East through his rather unusual ensemble.
Forrest Cole Fencl, Writer March 1, 2017
The Norwegian composer’s newest album brings the sounds of the Middle East through his rather unusual ensemble.

Sundance’s darling makes gloriously twisted Netflix debut

Courtesy of twitter.com
“I Don’t Feel at Home in This World Anymore” lives up to its gritty reputation.
Kyle Kohner, Copy Editor & Office Manager March 1, 2017
“I Don’t Feel at Home in This World Anymore” lives up to its gritty reputation.

“Watercolor” enthrones Porter Ray as Seattle hip-hop royalty

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Porter Ray injects fire into the wet and gloomy Pacific Northwest rap scene.
Kyle Kohner, Copy Editor & Office Manager February 28, 2017
Porter Ray injects fire into the wet and gloomy Pacific Northwest rap scene.

Thundercat carries the electro-funk torch

Courtesy of consequenceofsound.com
The bass and vocal firecracker’s newest album comes loaded with well-placed virtuosity and lively detours.
Maxwell Heilman, Writer February 28, 2017
The bass and vocal firecracker’s newest album comes loaded with well-placed virtuosity and lively detours.

Hollywood diversifies the Oscars

Courtesy of tribute.ca
The Oscars progress in the direction of diversity but there is still a need for improvement.
Hannah Miller, Writer February 28, 2017
The Oscars progress in the direction of diversity but there is still a need for improvement.

Netra captures urban misery

Courtesy of bcbits.com
“Ingrates” paints a unique picture of the darker aspects of modern living.
Maxwell Heilman, Writer February 27, 2017
“Ingrates” paints a unique picture of the darker aspects of modern living.

Chimes’ Oscar Roundup

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“La La Land” faces stiff competition in our Oscar predictions.
Kyle Kohner, Copy Editor & Office Manager February 22, 2017
“La La Land” faces stiff competition in our Oscar predictions.

Animal Collective releases the otherworldly “The Painters”

Courtesy of Domino Records
Experimental synth pop band Animal Collective dazzles with a palatable sample size of their last LP.
Kyle Kohner, Copy Editor & Office Manager February 22, 2017
Experimental synth pop band Animal Collective dazzles with a palatable sample size of their last LP.

Emo and pop punk: separated scenes

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Pop punk and emo might sound the same, but their differences run deep.
Morgan Mitchell, Writer February 22, 2017
Pop punk and emo might sound the same, but their differences run deep.

Status of “The Batman” remains in doubt

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Warner Bros. search for a director as Matt Reeves steps away.
Caleb Aguilera, Writer February 22, 2017
Warner Bros. search for a director as Matt Reeves steps away.