Gus Baldwin Drops the Pesticide Song
Through the first few singles and his album with the Sketch last year, Gus Baldwin has brought us gasoline fueled jams, bringing a garage rock sensibility with a dose of his own flair. But, the newest single from his forthcoming solo LP illustrates the artist beneath the surface; it’s a delicate bit of Casio-induced psychedelia, with the synthetic notes operating to create this dense cavern of anti-melody that stretches across the tune. Baldwin works his voice in a funhouse style, creeping around the notes with care in a way you’d expect from the ghost of Ozzy; it’s harrowing and dangerous, but dedicated to the faintest little hook. Think you’re really going to enjoy Gus’ solo record; it drops on October 24th via Permanent Teeth.
The year is in full swing, and there are tons of great albums already hitting the streets, so wanted to throw my weight behind a few great releases. We’re all over the world today, with one of my favorite Austin artists, Gus Baldwin and the Sketch, getting their new LP out there. Then we bounce over to Finland with our friends Soliti releasing a new Pink Chameleons album. Jump over to Australia with Shrapnel then come home to NYC with Rosa Bordallo. Got those streams below for you.