Who knew that the guy behind A Bathing Ape streetwear, Nigo, recorded an album of Japanese electro-punk-hip hop fusion? As eclectic and futuristic as his clothing line, Ape Sounds is not just a side project: it shows one of Japan's hottest talents exploring bold new territory.

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Put on the Ray-Bans and stir up the rum punch -- summer's here, and what better way to welcome it in than with a collection of unique Latin love songs? Domenican singer Marlon Martin and his band have got what you need.

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Congratulations to Michael Schmidt, the winner of our latest unsigned musicians' competition! Michael lists his influences as Elliott Smith, Tom Waits, Bob Dylan, and Joni Mitchell, so if you like any of those folks give him a listen!

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We're very excited to announce the official digital release of the self-titled album from Broken Strings! Already an underground DIY classic, traded on mixtapes and CD-Rs, the album is gritty, grimy, grungy, and pretty freakin' great. Check it out today!

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Like the second coming of Beck, James Pants combines fuzzy electro, irreverent rap and weirdly addictive R&B. Check out Welcome and the rest of our featured albums after the jump!

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This week's pick from The Album Project is Washington, D.C.'s Telograph, a band with "all the makings to be the next big thing." Check out their comments and selected tracks after the jump!

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Packed with swirling guitar loops and long, shoegazey "ooh"s and "ahh"s, Hideout is an out-of-this-world good time. Featuring an appearance from My Bloody Valentine's drummer, this album shows Film School carrying on the torch of that legendary group.

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The son of James Taylor and Carly Simon, Ben Taylor was born with natural musical talent. His voice will be familiar to fans of his father, but Ben has found his own style of sunny, calming folk rock.

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