The latest from New York duo Phantogram starts off sounding like the goofy psychedelic theme song to the show The Mighty Boosh. In actuality, “Black Out Days” is a sinister mix of rattled electro-pop and Sarah Barthel’s commanding vocals. “Black Out Days” has a lot of force behind its crunchy, ricochetting beats, eventually cooling into a brief coda of vocals and filtered piano. It’s been about two years since we’ve heard anything new from Phantogram: now at least we know there may be more to look forward to.
