Single Reviews

Billy Ray Cyrus "Hillbilly Heart"
This country radio release corresponding with Cyrus’s autobiography is another reason to find the man unappealing. “Hillbilly Heart” takes generic to new worlds with a second verse that self-references a grand total of six times in four lines, approximating an impressive 1:3 “country” to “other words” ratio. Country outsiders will find few redeeming qualities.


Disclosure feat. AlunaGeorge “White Noise”
Even if you don’t recognize the ‘90s garage-house genre, you’ll recognize the noise in this electronica track that is simultaneously futuristic sounding and a nostalgic throwback. A rare example of raw synth done with an interesting flair, “White Noise” has a weird, European vibe that sets it apart from your regular assembly-line Beep-Boop Bop.


Lady Antebellum "Downtown"
More of the same from our fair Lady with this track, a slow and pining tune that leans almost entirely on Hilary Scott’s vocals for the verse. The lax, pop-Country sappiness continues until the chorus when the band uses their tried-and-true tactics: volume goes up, tempo quickens, acoustic guitar and background singing kick in. Seriously, you’ve already heard this song.