Much in the way that The Joy Formidable proved to be one of 2011’s breakout acts, 2012 is shaping up to be a big year for Grimes.
Hailing from Vancouver, British Colombia, Grimes (born Claire Boucher) has actually been around for some time, releasing two full-lengths and one split EP. However, it’s her latest album “Visions” that’s catching fire in the indie scene thanks largely to the first single “Oblivion.” Peep the video:
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Look, I’m going to be blunt: I did not want to like “Oblivion.” I was this close to writing this off as a St. Vincent clone on psychedelics, but I swear after 30 seconds I was hooked. “Oblivion” balances that fine line between insanely catchy and even a little annoying. Despite her outlandish style, Grimes’ haunting vocals are impossible to ignore.
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