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  • HI 5 Jul 19, 2024

    HI 5 Jul 19, 2024

    I get to sleep again sometimes now, and I think that’s pretty neat. Solid Blood “All I Need” Jul 5 Very strong debut from Solid Blood with a steady and hypnotic folk-rock bop. Smooth Rogers “Never Ever” Jul 10 Off his second album “Roger That!” the synthy and funky “Never Ever” is a dynamic treat… Read more

  • HI 5 Jul 5, 2024

    HI 5 Jul 5, 2024

    Boy did I not enjoy this 4th, but here’s some music to make it better. MJ Lenderman “She’s Leaving You” Jun 24 MJ Lenderman certainly has a way with a hook, and a way with making his unique brand of lyricism catchy. This one really reminds me of 90s indie rock, and very specifically gives… Read more

  • Ambient Two, King Of The Derelict, Art Vanguard III, Dead Leaves & Weird Lights

    Ambient Two, King Of The Derelict, Art Vanguard III, Dead Leaves & Weird Lights

    So, turns out I’ve got a lot of Justin H.K. releases coming before the year is through, including one that’s out right now. Ambient Two – July 1 It’s more ambient music, mostly ambient folk with a lot of light percussion. https://theexistentialdread.bandcamp.com/album/ambient-two King Of The Derelict – July 13 Starting with the single “Tab &… Read more

  • Ranking All 19 “Rebel Prom Queen” Releases

    Ranking All 19 “Rebel Prom Queen” Releases

    Did y’all know I used to release under the artist name “Rebel Prom Queen?” I did. You can find those releases on their own BandCamp page, and on Justin H.K.’s Spotify. Rebel Prom Queen, or RPQ is my first “era” really releasing from 2013 to 2016, during which I produced 19, mostly folk and singer… Read more

  • HI 5 Jun 21, 2024

    HI 5 Jun 21, 2024

    We’re back baby. (baby back baby back baby back Chiliiiiiiiiiiiiis…..) The Hourlies “I Quit” Jun 8 Long time no talk about ehh? Garage rock against the capitalist machine. Love the lo-fi tone and production. WITCH, Theresa Ng’ambi, Hanna Tembo “Ain’t Nobody” Jun 5 I’ve been really digging Zamrock and Afro-psychedelia lately, and few do it… Read more

  • I’m A Dad!

    I’m A Dad!

    I’m a dad now! I’m really excited for this new adventure, and might not be out for a bit. If you want to help support me in this new part of my life, here are some ways: BUY MY BOOK!: “The End & Other Things” by Justin H.K. Buy My 1st Book: “Stupid Shit: Adapted… Read more