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BaltoZine Roundup: 2014 Finale

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The Baltozine Roundup is a regular feature wherein we take a look at what national periodicals are saying about Baltimore-area arts, events, people, and places. Be sure to pick up the magazines and read the full articles. In the current issue of Under The Radar [#43] , the Top Albums of 2014 feature both Future Islands' Singles and Wye Oak's Shriek in the top 10. About Future Islands' Singles : "This Baltimore trio has been working hard touring, recording and generally kicking ass for eight years. However, it was a performance on Letterman and sick dance moves that finally put these synth-poppers in the national spotlight they've long deserved. ..." -Austin Trunick About Wye Oak's Shriek : "...Wye Oak jettison the guitar and drums-dominated pop which has defined their prior three albums, instead favoring silvery synths, sawing cello, and a bedrock foundation of bass. The results dazzle ..." -John Everhart There's also a Q&a