Jamie Lidell - I Wanna Be Your Telephone 4/5
The highly underrated UK soul man, rivals Prince with his latest single, a funk/soul number that puts a bit of swagger in your step. Naughty lyrics and a dirty groove are an irresistible combination, making "I Wanna Be Your Telephone" all the more tantalizing.
MNDR - I Go Away 3.5/5
Having created buzz following her collaboration with Mark Ronson, Amanda Warner a.k.a. MNDR, hits us with the slow burning, dance-pop number "I Go Away". Rich vocals, an echoing drum beat and a clear pick for the summer's post-relationship anthem, its pop candy worth the cavities.
The Best Coast - Boyfriend 3.5/5
Cali noise-pop duo, lead off with a the hazy summer single, "Boyfriend". It's all about the boyfriend that's just a friend. Fuzz pop and sonic vocals dominate this alt-rock number, it's a ready-made mix for shades, surf and sun.
Sterling8 - Hypnotized 2.5/5
The instant Prince comparison is hard to avoid, but this 80s tickled debut track from Sterling8 has promise, and a distinct R&B/pop flavor that sets it apart from other electro-dance obsessed acts.
Stars - How Much More 4/5
