1. Angel Olsen – “High-Five”
There needs to be a replication of that closing shot for every woman in the world.
2. Chet Faker – “Talk is Cheap”
Yes, it is. Stop-motion never looked so chilly. As Werner Herzog’s Twitter spirit would say:
Take comfort. Winter must end. The snow will melt. Flowers will bloom. Spring is inevitable. Like death.
— Werner Twertzog (@WernerTwertzog) March 1, 2014
3. FKA twigs & inc. – “FKA x inc.”
Oh. So B&W. So purdy.
4. Gem Club – “Polly”
Dedicated to the main vocalist Christopher Barnes’ aunt, the song and video is made for your Kleenex.
5. HAIM – “If I Could Change Your Mind”
‘90s pop choreography done in cool jest by the most awesome sister trio since The Bangles? More! And there better be no breaking up over hijinks labeled as “emotionally draining.”
6. Kelis – “Jerk Ribs”
Her new album is called Food. The horns are great, you feel like you could eat them.
7. Metronomy – “Love Letters”
It’s directed by Michel Gondry, so don’t expect whimsy or imagination.
8. The National – “I Need My Girl”
Released on Valentine’s Day, it’s romance on crack. Watch Robyn’s Dancing on My Own afterwards because it’s necessary.
9. Pussy Riot – “Putin will teach you how to love”
Watch the violent clashes filmed in Sochi. Maybe avoid the YouTube comments, make your own judgments.
10. Yuna – “Falling”
The Malaysian artist makes a synesthetic kaleidoscope of ballet-ridden, wildlife-filled imagery with a soulful tune. Go listen to Nocturnal.
Hello, March!
Curated by Sandy Chung. Follow her on Twitter @sndychng.