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“Doom Bikini”
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New York’s own james K announced her new album Friend last month with the release of the uptempo headrush “Play.” She has unveiled another tune from the album today, a midtempo electronic pop track called “Doom Bikini” that boasts a trip-hop-esque beat and some strategically deployed squealing G-funk keyboard. In keeping with the bikini theme, james K is also selling a “doom bikini towel friend.” Why is it a “towel friend” and not just a “towel”? I guess it’s related to the album being called Friend? Anyway, the song is good and you should listen to it. - Stereogum

8 / 19 / 2025

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