Seven Reader writers tackle a dozen records, including the long-gestating debut from footwork producer Jana Rush, lost recordings from 60s garage-rock oddballs the Monks, and a riveting solo set from unsung improvising pianist Pat Thomas.
By Peter Margasak, Leor Galil, Sasha Geffen, Jake Austen, Ben Handelman, Ed Blair, and Bill Meyer
Ten Reader writers can cover a lot of territory: Angel Olsen's otherworldly folk, Conan's "caveman battle doom," and David First's in-your-face analog synths, just for starters.
By Peter Margasak, Leor Galil, Miles Raymer, Kevin Warwick, Monica Kendrick, Luca Cimarusti, Bill Meyer, Tal Rosenberg, Kim Kelly, and Philip Montoro