This Ain't Stealing, Volume Whatever: Black Kids

Oh boy! I haven't been this excited over a new release in a long time. Wizard of Ahhhs [previously] was so raw and fun and good, but the Black Kids' Columbia signing and slurping in Rolling Stone had me worried for the integrity of the follow-up.

Fret not, however, as Partie Traumatic retains most of the spirit of the self-released EP. Rough edges have been buffed smooth but not slick. The DIY vibe of friends-and-a-four-track hasn't been major-labeled to death. Well played, Black Kids.

Black Kids: Partie Traumatic