“In many neighborhoods, particularly on [Chicago’s] South Side and near West Side, these most personal places are the bellwethers of dramatic economic development dynamics. As our homes go, so go our neighborhoods.” —David Schalliol

David Schalliol’s series Isolated Building Studies: Revealing Meaning Through Recontextualization (2006-present) goes beyond the category of architectural photography to engage with questions of urban change and socioeconomic inequality and to draw out the relationships between buildings and their surrounding communities. Long interested in the abandonment, vacancy, and dereliction of residential structures, Schalliol questions what these absences in the urban environment mean. He started his investigation by sitting in a vacant lot on the South Side of Chicago every day for three months, during which time he got to know the people who spent time there. The resultant ongoing project is both photographic and sociological in nature. By creating a set of uniform compositions of isolated buildings, Schalliol hopes to reveal common patterns of the impact of political and economic forces upon different neighborhoods. Schalliol states, “Instead of seeing one peculiar building, we see the legacy and immediacy of urban transformation. Instead of asking “What happened to this house?,” we ask “What is causing this phenomenon?”

David Schalliol completed his BA in Social and Political Economy from Kenyon College (1999) and his MA in Sociology from the University of Chicago (2004). Schalliol’s work has been exhibited nationally and internationally. Selected exhibitions include: Catherine Edelman’s Chicago Project, Chicago, IL (2009), Grohmann Museum, Milwaukee, WI. (2011); the Hyde Park Arts Center, Chicago, IL (2012, 2013); DePaul Art Museum, Chicago, IL (2013); Gallery TANTO TEMPO, Kobe, Japan (2014). His book, Isolated Building Studies, was published by Utakatado in 2014. He received a grant from the Graham Foundation in 2014 for his film “The Area.” Schalliol is currently perusing his Ph.D. in Sociology from the University of Chicago in addition to continuing his work as a photographer and filmmaker.

Visit David’s website here: http://www.davidschalliol.com

Thank you to Columbia College Chicago’s Museum of Contemporary Photography for the above information.

(In no particular order, of course.)

Stranger In Town – Bob Seger (1978)

Stranger in Town is the tenth studio album by American rock singer Bob Seger and his second with the Silver Bullet Band, released by Capitol Records in May 1978. Like its predecessor, the Silver Bullet Band backed Seger on about half of the songs and the Muscle Shoals Rhythm Section backed Seger on the other half.

The album became an instant success in the United States, being certified platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America less than a month after the album’s release, and, like its predecessor Night Moves, it would later go 6× Platinum. It was also his first album to chart in the UK, where limited editions were released on silver vinyl and in picture disc format as well as standard black vinyl.

IGOR – Tyler, the Creator (2019)

Igor is the fifth studio album by American rapper and producer Tyler, the Creator. It was released on May 17, 2019, through A Boy is a Gun and distributed by Columbia Records.

Produced entirely by Tyler himself, the album features guest appearances from Playboi Carti, Lil Uzi Vert, Solange, Kanye West, and Jerrod Carmichael. Preceding the release of Flower Boy (2017), the album was primarily recorded in California, with recording sessions also being held in Lake Como, Italy, and Atlanta between 2017 and 2019.

A Day at the Races – Queen (1976)

A Day at the Races is the fifth studio album by the British rock band Queen, released on 10 December 1976 by EMI Records in the United Kingdom and by Elektra Records in the United States. It was the band’s first completely self-produced album, and the first not to feature producer Roy Thomas Baker. Recorded at The Manor, Sarm West and Wessex Studios in England, A Day at the Races was engineered by Mike Stone. The album serves as a companion album to the band’s previous album, A Night at the Opera, both taking their names from Marx Brothers films, as well as sharing similar packaging and eclectic musical themes.

The album peaked at number one in the UK, Japan and the Netherlands. It reached number five on the US Billboard 200 and was Queen’s third album to ship gold in the US, and subsequently reached platinum status in the same country. A Day at the Races was voted the 67th greatest album of all time in a national 2006 BBC poll.

Hunky Dory – David Bowie (1971)

Hunky Dory is the fourth studio album by the English musician David Bowie, released on 17 December 1971 by RCA Records. Following the release of his 1970 album, The Man Who Sold the World, Bowie took time off from recording and touring. He settled down to write new songs, composing on piano rather than guitar as on earlier tracks. Following a tour of the United States, Bowie assembled a new backing band consisting of guitarist Mick Ronson, bassist Trevor Bolder and drummer Mick Woodmansey, and began to record a new album in mid-1971 at Trident Studios in London. Future Yes member Rick Wakeman contributed on piano. Bowie co-produced the album with Ken Scott, who had engineered Bowie’s previous two records.

3.15.20 – Childish Gambino (2020)

3.15.20 is the fourth studio album by American rapper Donald Glover, under his stage name Childish Gambino. It was initially uploaded to the website donaldgloverpresents.com on March 15, 2020, before being taken down 12 hours later; it has thus been referred to as Donald Glover Presents.^[4] After a countdown, it was released to streaming and download services under the title 3.15.20 on March 22.^[5] The album features guest appearances from Ariana Grande, Kadhja Bonet, 21 Savage and Ink. Glover produced the album with a range of collaborators including DJ Dahi, longtime producer Ludwig Göransson, Chukwudi Hodge, Kurtis McKenzie and James Francies, Jr..

Most of the album’s track titles refer to the time at which they appear on the album; for example, “12.38” appears 12 minutes and 38 seconds into the album. The 2018 promotional single, “Feels Like Summer“, appears on the album under the title “42.26”. The album received critical acclaim, with praise particularly directed towards Glover’s songwriting and the album’s themes.

Breakfast in America – Supertramp (1979)

Breakfast in America is the sixth studio album by the English rock band Supertramp, released by A&M Records on 29 March 1979. It was recorded in 1978 at The Village Recorder in Los Angeles. It spawned four US Billboard hit singles: “The Logical Song” (No. 6), “Goodbye Stranger” (No. 15), “Take the Long Way Home” (No. 10) and “Breakfast in America” (No. 62). In the UK, “The Logical Song” and the title track were both top 10 hits, the only two the group had in their native country.^[5]

At the 22nd Annual Grammy Awards in 1980, Breakfast in America won two awards for Best Album Package and Best Engineered Non-Classical Recording, as well as nominations for Album of the Year and Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals. It holds an RIAA certification of quadruple platinum and became Supertramp’s biggest-selling album, with more than 4 million copies sold in the US and more than 3 million in France (the fourth ever best-selling album). It was No. 1 on Billboard Pop Albums Chart for six weeks, until 30 June 1979. The album also hit No. 1 in Norway, Austria, Spain, Canada, Australia and France.

The Doors – The Doors (1967)

The Doors is the debut album by the American rock band the Doors. Recorded in 1966 at Sunset Sound Recorders, Hollywood, California, it was produced by Paul A. Rothchild and released on January 4, 1967. The album features the long version of their breakthrough single “Light My Fire” and the lengthy song “The End” with its Oedipal spoken word section.

The Doors has been inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame; “Light My Fire” was also inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame. It has been reissued several times on CD, including a 1999 remaster in “96/24 bit advanced resolution”, a 2007 remixed ”40th Anniversary new mix” and a 2017 new remaster in stereo and mono – “50th Anniversary Deluxe Edition.” In 2015 the Library of Congress selected The Doors for inclusion in the National Recording Registry based on its cultural, artistic or historical significance.

The Slow Rush – Tame Impala (2020)

The Slow Rush is the fourth studio album by Australian musical project Tame Impala, released on 14 February 2020. It follows the 2015 album Currents and the 2019 singles “Patience” and “Borderline“, with the latter serving as the first single from the album. Rooted in psychedelic disco music, the album was positively received by critics and reached the top 10 on many record charts around the world, debuting atop the charts in three countries and as well as on the US Alternative and Rock charts.

At the ARIA Music Awards of 2020, the album won five categories, ARIA Award for Album of the Year, Best Group, Best Rock Album, Engineer of the Year and Producer of the Year (the latter two for work by Parker). The album also received a nomination for Best Alternative Music Album at the 63rd Annual Grammy Awards, whilst “Lost In Yesterday” was nominated for Best Rock Song.

Astral Weeks – Van Morrison (1968)

Astral Weeks is the second studio album by Northern Irish singer-songwriter Van Morrison. It was recorded at Century Sound Studios in New York during September and October 1968, and released in November of the same year by Warner Bros. Records.

The album’s music blends folk, blues, jazz, and classical styles, signaling a radical departure from the sound of Morrison’s previous pop hits, such as “Brown Eyed Girl” (1967). The lyrics and cover art portray the symbolism equating earthly love and heaven that would often feature in the singer’s subsequent records. His lyrics have been described as impressionistic, hypnotic, and modernist, while the record has been categorized as a song cycle or concept album.

In Color – Cheap Trick (1977)

In Color is the second studio album by Cheap Trick, released in 1977. It was produced by Tom Werman.

This album is considered a classic of the power pop genre. The album was ranked No. 4 on Shake Some Action: The Ultimate Power Pop Guide. In 2003, the album was also ranked number 443 on Rolling Stone magazine’s list of the 500 greatest albums of all time. The lead single, “I Want You to Want Me“, while not initially successful, became a top 10 hit as a live version from the Cheap Trick at Budokan album, and remains the band’s signature song.

Nonla Vietnamese Street Food

24050 Front St, Mattawan, MI 49071

Nonla Vietnamese Street Food (luckily located just blocks from my house) is the workings of couple Kelly & Johnny Nguyen who moved from San Francisco to the Greater Kalamazoo Area to serve those here authentic Vietnamese street food.

Nonla Vietnamese Street Food is only 1/4th of the local-to-Kalamazoo restaurants that maintain the Nonla name. Other restaurants include Nonla Burger, Nonla Bahn Mi, and Nonla Taqueria.

My recommendations: Chicken Pho, Sweet Potato Ginger Fries w/ Spicy Aioli

Check out their website here.

The Old Goat

2434 Eastern Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49507

The Old Goat, true to its name, is decked from the inside out with photographs, paintings, and drawings of you guessed it, old goats. This fun eatery specializes in Neapolitan Pizza and classic American dishes while providing the customer a fun experience with a live pianist and the best wait staff you’ve ever met.

My recommendations: Margherita Pizza, Emily Rueben

Check out their website here.

Shawarma King

1441 S Drake Rd, Kalamazoo, MI 49006

Shawarma King is a compact Middle Eastern eatery that serves generous plates in a laid-back space with colorful paintings. Shawarma King is also home to the absolute best hummus you will ever have! This hole-in-the-wall style place is located in the heart of Western Michigan University’s college culture and is a definite staple to its residing students.

My recommendations: Hummus, Lentil Soup

Check out their website here.

La Cantina

139 W Michigan Ave, Paw Paw, MI 49079

La Cantina is a family-owned “Ristorante Italiano & Pizzeria” that has been operating since 1936. The restaurant provides customers with a rustic Italian feel in addition to an outdoor patio. Be sure to stop by on Tuesdays for their “Spaghetti Special” or Wednesdays for their “Chicken Parmesan Special.”

In addition to La Cantina, the Scotese family also owns another restaurant in the area, Mangia Mangia.

My recommendations: Formaggio Pizza, Spaghetti & Meatballs, Ravioli

Check out their website here.

Cosmos Cucina/O’Duffy’s Pub

804 W Vine St, Kalamazoo, Michigan 49008

Cosmo’s Cucina/O’Duffy’s Pub is easily one of my favorites. The eatery features a fun bar-like atmosphere with tasty Italian food. Not exactly your typical bar. It’s located in the heart of college students residency, but maintains a faithful group of regulars who have been around since its opening in 1992.

Additionally, be prepared to see an appearance by Bailey, Cosmo’s owners pet St. Bernard on the premises.

My recommendations: Pasta with Vodka Tomato Sauce

Check out their website here.

(In no particular order, of course.)

“Ooh La La” – Faces

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“California” – Berhana

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“My Cherie Amour” – Stevie Wonder

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“telepatía” – Kali Uchis

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“Les Champs Elysées” – Joe Dassin

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“Skin” – Dijon

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“Me and Julio Down by the Schoolyard” – Paul Simon

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“Why” – Dominic Fike

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“How Much I Feel” – Ambrosia

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“Tommy Boy” – Kid Smoko

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10. Bottle Rocket (1996)

In Wes Anderson’s first feature film, Anthony (Luke Wilson) has just been released from a mental hospital, only to find his wacky friend Dignan (Owen C. Wilson) determined to begin an outrageous crime spree.

After recruiting their neighbor, Bob (Robert Musgrave), the team embarks on a road trip in search of Dignan’s previous boss, Mr. Henry (James Caan). But the more they learn, the more they realize that they do not know the first thing about crime.

View the movies trailer here.

9. The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou (2004)

Renowned oceanographer Steve Zissou (Bill Murray) has sworn vengeance upon the rare shark that devoured a member of his crew. In addition to his regular team, he is joined on his boat by Ned (Owen Wilson), a man who believes Zissou to be his father, and Jane (Cate Blanchett), a journalist pregnant by a married man. They travel the sea, all too often running into pirates and, perhaps more traumatically, various figures from Zissou’s past, including his estranged wife, Eleanor (Anjelica Huston).

View the movies trailer here.

8. The Darjeeling Limited (2007)

Estranged brothers Francis (Owen Wilson), Peter (Adrien Brody) and Jack (Jason Schwartzman) reunite for a train trip across India. The siblings have not spoken in over a year, ever since their father passed away.

Francis is recovering from a motorcycle accident, Peter cannot cope with his wife’s pregnancy, and Jack cannot get over his ex-lover. The brothers fall into old patterns of behavior as Francis reveals the real reason for the reunion: to visit their mother in a Himalayan convent.

View the movies trailer here.

7. Hotel Chevalier (2007)

The shortest entry on the list, Wes Anderson’s 13-minute flick Hotel Chevalier acted as a warm-up to the aforementioned Darjeeling Limited but somehow stole the show. The short revolves around Jason Schwartzman and Natalie Portman who are sharing one last night together.

Ambiguity in a Paris hotel room. Jack Whitman lies on a bed, ordering a grilled cheese sandwich from room service. His phone rings; it’s a woman on her way to see him, a surprise. He readies the room, moving without effect, drawing a bath, changing his clothes.

View the entire short film here.

6. Isle of Dogs (2018)

When, by executive decree, all the canine pets of Megasaki City are exiled to a vast garbage-dump called Trash Island, 12-year-old Atari sets off alone in a miniature Junior-Turbo Prop and flies across the river in search of his bodyguard-dog, Spots. There, with the assistance of a pack of newly-found mongrel friends, he begins an epic journey that will decide the fate and future of the entire Prefecture.

View the movies trailer here.

5. Fantastic Mr. Fox (2009)

After 12 years of bucolic bliss, Mr. Fox (George Clooney) breaks a promise to his wife (Meryl Streep) and raids the farms of their human neighbors, Boggis, Bunce and Bean. Giving in to his animal instincts endangers not only his marriage but also the lives of his family and their animal friends.

When the farmers force Mr. Fox and company deep underground, he has to resort to his natural craftiness to rise above the opposition.

View the movies trailer here.

4. Rushmore (1998)

When a beautiful first-grade teacher (Olivia Williams) arrives at a prep school, she soon attracts the attention of an ambitious teenager named Max (Jason Schwartzman), who quickly falls in love with her.

Max turns to the father (Bill Murray) of two of his schoolmates for advice on how to woo the teacher. However, the situation soon gets complicated when Max’s new friend becomes involved with her, setting the two pals against one another in a war for her attention.

View the movies trailer here.

3. The Grand Budapest Hotel (2014)

In the 1930s, the Grand Budapest Hotel is a popular European ski resort, presided over by concierge Gustave H. (Ralph Fiennes). Zero, a junior lobby boy, becomes Gustave’s friend and protege. Gustave prides himself on providing first-class service to the hotel’s guests, including satisfying the sexual needs of the many elderly women who stay there.

When one of Gustave’s lovers dies mysteriously, Gustave finds himself the recipient of a priceless painting and the chief suspect in her murder.

View the movies trailer here.

2. The Royal Tenenbaums (2001)

Royal Tenenbaum and his wife Etheline had three children and then they separated. All three children are extraordinary —all geniuses. Virtually all memory of the brilliance of the young Tenenbaums was subsequently erased by two decades of betrayal, failure, and disaster. Most of this was generally considered to be their father’s fault. ‘The Royal Tenenbaums’ is the story of the family’s sudden, unexpected reunion one recent winter.

View the movies trailer here.

1. Moonrise Kingdom (2012)

The year is 1965, and the residents of New Penzance, an island off the coast of New England, inhabit a community that seems untouched by some of the bad things going on in the rest of the world.

Twelve-year-olds Sam (Jared Gilman) and Suzy (Kara Hayward) have fallen in love and decide to run away. But a violent storm is approaching the island, forcing a group of quirky adults (Bruce Willis, Edward Norton, Bill Murray) to mobilize a search party and find the youths before calamity strikes.

View the movies trailer here.

The above movie descriptions are provided from Far Out Magazine.

There’s no denying that the ’60s were one of the most impactful eras in fashion. Setting the tone for modern style, the decade revolutionized womenswear with bold colors, striking cuts, and a rebelliously youthful attitude. So, it comes as no surprise that 50 years on, key trends from the time continue to influence designers, stylists, and fashion-lovers the world over. To channel the era’s unforgettable aesthetic for yourself, take a look at our guide to ’60s fashion for women.

1960s Women’s Fashion

The swinging sixties were a time where traditions were broken, and self-expression was encouraged. Influenced by the youth of the day, the decade dished up plenty of style inspiration. Moving away from the prim and proper ’50s and into rebellious new times, ’60s fashion was revolutionary. Key fashion styles of the decade included mod, beatnik and hippie looks, all of which captured the artful, fun and free spirit of the time.

Mod Fashion

The mod subculture kicked off in London in the late ’50s before spreading around the world throughout the ’60s. A signature style for the era, the mod “London look” made a lasting impression that continues to influence fashion today. The look, which was creative and bold, was a favorite amongst the youth of the day, who wore modern designs, bright colors, and raised hemlines.

Beatnik Fashion

The beat generation and beatnik fashion continued from the 1950s into the early to mid-1960s. The style was worn by young individuals who were interested in arts, literature, poetry, and music, particularly jazz. Their unofficial uniform consisted of black turtlenecks and trousers, berets, and striped tops amongst other items.

Hippie Fashion

Stemming from the beat movement, the hippie counterculture defined the late ’60s. The group was known for its rebellious attitude toward repressive societies and the celebration of freedom, nature, and peace. Both hippie men and women let their hair grow long and wild. They wore bell-bottom jeans, fringing, floral prints, peasant blouses, and other colorful designs.

The above information is thanks to The Trend Spotter.

The following is a list of accomplished “Bedroom Pop” artists who are currently rising to the music scene and making a name for themselves. Whether it’s an emphasis on a lo-fi sound or more synth-pop sounding, each artist will undeniably be able to make you feel good and relate to their lyrics.

Thanks to Hypebeast for their descriptions of these artists and their beautifully-crafted music styles.

Clairo

For fans of: Abra, Kali Uchis, SZA

Clairo aka DJ baby benz — real name Claire Cottrill — is a 19-year-old singer-songwriter from Boston, MA. Her sound is simple, relatable and nostalgic at the same time, and she is best known for her viral video for “Pretty Girl” as well as her track “Flaming Hot Cheetos.” The video of “Pretty Girl” is captured by a webcam in her bedroom, and upon release she had never expected the video to blow up the way it did.

Cosmo Pyke

For fans of: Hiatus Kaiyote, King Krule, Steve Lacy

Cosmo Pyke (which is actually his real name) writes jazzy, soulful Lo-Fi tracks that he describes to be “spacey, beautiful and lazy.” He is a 19-year-old singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist from Peckham, UK. In addition to making music, Pyke is also a spray paint artist and a model.

CUCO

For fans of: Kali Uchis, Mac DeMarco, South Park Mexican

Like Clairo and Cosmo Pyke, CUCO — real name Omar Banos — is also 19 years old. Although the Chicano singer-songwriter only started dropping music last year, he’s already had sold out shows and co-signs from Kevin Abstract and The Internet’s Steve Lacey. He described his music as “alternative dream pop” and got his name because his mom would call him “cuco” — Spanish for “cuckoo” — when he was a kid.

Gus Dapperton

For fans of: Foster the People, King Krule, Mac DeMarco

Gus Dapperton is only 20 years old but he has been making music since junior high. The six-foot-three-inches tall Warwick, NY singer-songwriter describes his music as “‘80s-influenced and kind of dreamy.” His look is just as unique as his music, rocking vintage tops, flood pants and a signature bowl cut.

Jon Bap

For fans of: D’Angelo, Sampha, Thundercat

Out of all the artists on this list, Jon Bap is the most “experimental soul” of them all. Raised in a musical family and having his beginnings in a church choir, the Buffalo, NY-based singer-songwriter and producer also incorporates a lot of funk, soul and R&B in his music, highly reminiscent of other experimental artists before him like Thundercat and D’Angelo.

Mellow Fellow

For fans of: Beach Boys, Julian Casablancas, The Strokes

Mellow Fellow, real name Polo Reyes, lives in the Philippines. The 21-year-old singer-songwriter picked up the guitar at age 13 and starting writing songs at “17 or 18 just for fun.” His dreamy, vibey songs are jazzy, warm and have just the right amount of an indie and Lo-Fi touch. He has collaborated with Clairo on the song “How Was Your Day?”

mxmtoon

For fans of: Colbie Caillat, Noname, Nujabes

mxmtoon, real name Maia, is best known as the singer on peachy’s jazz-hip-hop-influenced song “falling for you.” Most of mxmtoon’s solo material finds her singing over a ukulele. Several of her own songs, like “Feelings are Fatal” have accumulated a considerable amount of plays on SoundCloud and YouTube.

Peach Pit

For fans of: The Beatles, Homeshake, Mac

North Vancouver, BC band Peach Pit was only conceived last year, and consists of members Peter Wilton, Chris Vanderkooy, Mikey Pascuzzi and Neil Smith. Their music self-described as “chewed bubblegum pop,” busing “teenage angst with bummer summer vibes,” as explained in their bio. Peach Pit self-titled track, “Peach Pit,” went viral after YouTube channel TheLazylazyme uploaded the band’s music on their channel.

Rex Orange County

For fans of: Frank Ocean, Jamie T, Weezer

Rex Orange County is one of the few featured artists on Tyler, the Creator’s latest album Flower Boy. Real name Alex O’Connor, the 19-year-old is not from Orange County, CA as his name might suggest but Grayshott, UK. He has a varied taste in music, citing some of his his favorite artists to be Lil Uzi Vert and Bon Iver.

Shiloh Dynasty

For fans of: Childish Gambino, Sampha, Sondor

By far the most enigmatic artist on this list, you will only know of Shiloh Dynasty if you are looking for her. She first appeared on Vine in 2014 with short, raw black-and-white recordings of herself singing over an acoustic guitar. Although there are only a handful of recordings released, she had quickly garnered a cult following due to her distinct voice. Many beatmakers soon sampled her recordings in their work; the most notable of these is potsu’s track “im closing my eyes.”

Superorganism

For fans of: The Avalanches, MGMT, Tame Impala

“Meet the eight-person pop group that operates like a DIY version of a big-budget hit factory,” reads Superorganism‘s About section on their Facebook page. Their single “Something For Your M.I.N.D” captured the attention of artists like Frank Ocean and Vampire Weekend’s Ezra Koenig, the members actually all live in a four-bedroom house in east London. Superorganism currently has signed a deal with Domino Records.

Temporex

For fans of: Jerry Paper, joji, Tyler, the Creator

Temporex (pronounced temp-er-ex) is an 18-year-old artist from San Diego. Originally wanting to name himself Dream Boat, he decided to go with Temporex because he “f*ckin’ hate[s] boats” and is “not dreamy at all.” He dropped an album titled Care in late 2016, which was recorded in “both of [his] bedrooms under [his] blanket.”

The Marías

For fans of: Fleetwood Mac, Lana Del Rey, The Neighbourhood

The Marías is a duo formed in 2016 by LA native, Josh Conway and Puerto Rican-bred, Atlanta-raised María. Their sound is a “dreamlike fusion” of memorable guitar riffs, jazzy percussion and smooth vocals. The band often writes, records and produces within their home, with Josh taking the lead as producer and architect to the band’s sonic direction.

Yellow Days

For fans of: James Blake, King Krule, Mac DeMarco

Yellow Days is the solo project of 18-year-old Haslemere, UK resident George van den Broek. Broek picked up his first guitar at 11 and started writing his own music at 13. Late last year, George dropped his debut 8-track EP Harmless Melodies. His music is inspired by a few German and Spanish producers he follows on SoundCloud, and he releases his music via Good Years, home of Mick Jenkins, Lil Silva and early BANKS.

Yung Heazy

For fans of: The Beatles, Mac DeMarco, Tame Impala

Yung Heazy, real name Jordan Heaney, is a 22-year-old Dream Pop artist based in Vancouver, BC. His track “Cuz You’re My Girl” is the most popular song on dream/Lo-Fi pop channel alona chemerys at nearly two million plays. While his music is not the most conventionally arranged, it’s nonetheless extremely catchy. In addition to his solo project, Heaney is the frontman of a four-piece progressive rock band frogpile.

Zack Villere

For fans of: Jerry Paper, joji, Tyler, the Creator

22-year-old singer-songwriter and producer Zack Villere is from Covington, LA. Formerly known as Froyo Ma, he has collaborated with prolific artists like Nick Hakim and Charlotte Day Wilson. As Villere started using more vocals in his music, he abandoned the Froyo Ma moniker. His first track and video as a solo artist, “Cool,” has over a million plays on YouTube.