With the first half of the year over, it’s time to return to music reviews. Rebecca Ruiz and Josh Wodarz go through the new releases to find what they like. And what they found were albums that provide a soundtrack for your life.

New releases by GØGGS, Salt Ashes, The Avalanches, and Fea. Plus quick takes on Michael Kiwanuka, Secret Agent 23 Skidoo, BADBADNOTGOOD, and Shura.