6 New Albums You Should Listen to Now: Ethel Cain, Bad Bunny, Franz Ferdinand, and More

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Ethel Kane: Perverts [Daughters of Cain]

Ethel Cain Found an unlikely fan base with Preacher’s daughterher first album of 2022, thanks to its emotional pathos and heavy lyrics. Instead of going for catchy choruses, Kane completely subverts expectations with her moody vibe and new album. Perverts. Written, recorded and produced entirely by Cain and led by “punishment“,” Perverts It consists of sprawling drone songs, languid ambient music, and slow-talking tracks that – if spoken at all – remain intentionally ambient. For an immersive experience, consider listening at night.

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