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Review: Owen Ashworth is Advance Base and his 2015 album Nephew In The Wild gets a reissue here. It was his second of what has now been six albums since he left his Casiotone for the Painfully Alone bedroom pop project and it pairs gentle indie songwriting with melancholic themes and a lo-fi production style. His often simple arrangements pair a heartfelt melody and gauzy guitar line with minimal drums as he shares the joys of married life and parenthood and the folly of youthful recklessness.

Review: Tara Jane O'Neil's latest album, The Cool Cloud of Okayness, is a poignant reflection on transformation amidst adversity. Recorded in the aftermath of the devastating Thomas Fire, the album embodies resilience and renewal. O'Neil's ethereal vocals and spectral guitar work are complemented by a talented ensemble, including drummer Sheridan Riley and multi-instrumentalist Walt McClements. Together, they craft a sonic landscape that blurs boundaries between genres, challenging easy categorization. The album's themes of grief and hope are palpable, underscored by deft production and rock-solid bass lines. Each track feels like a journey, offering both solace and introspection. The Cool Cloud of Okayness is a powerful album of music used to heal and inspire, reminding listeners that even in the darkest moments, there is light and possibility.