Critiques CD: Bikini | RIPJDS EP

An interesting addition to the crop of chillwave electronica taking up shelf space these days, this New York duo lulls listeners with sweet lo-fi daydreams on this six track debut EP. It could be likened to Crystal Castles for its overarching feel of fuzzed-out mystery, minus all the anger and distortion. The synths and drum machines take precedence, while drowned out vocal hooks and shadowy melodies lend a dreamy glow to the music. The rhythm lines remain sharp and mostly upbeat, meaning you can listen to Bikini’s mixed down electro either swaying side to side or bundled up in blankets. My new favourite winterscape.