Summer Album Catch Up

Here are a few albums I've been digging this summer. They're just about perfect for the heatwave that is currently terrorizing Chicago and the rest of the country.

Chad VanGaalen - Diaper Island [Sub Pop] --->DOWNLOAD
One sentence review: One of the most underrated singer/songwriters, Calgary's Chad VanGaalen lets his folk side shine through on his oddly titled fourth album.
Recommended tracks: "Burning Photographs," "Heavy Stones," "Replace Me," "Freedom For A Policeman."

Vetiver - The Errant Charm [Sub Pop] --->DOWNLOAD
One sentence review: Vetiver hasn't changed their sound much since they released their debut seven years ago, but the wistful folk sound on their fifth album, The Errant Charm, prove that if it isn't broke, don't, well, you know the rest.
Recommended tracks: "Worse For Wear," "Can't You Tell," "Ride, Ride, Ride," "Faint Praise."

Beirut - The Rip Tide [Pompeii] --->DOWNLOAD
One sentence review: One of the most highly anticipated albums of the year, Zach Condon relies less on his world music influences and instead concentrates on making one of the best pop records you will hear all year long.
Recommended tracks: "Santa Fe," "East Harlem," "The Rip Tide," "Port of Call."

Washed Out - Within and Without [Sub Pop] --->DOWNLOAD
One sentence review: Whether you like it or not, chillwave doesn't appear to be going away anytime soon and Washed Out's synth-heavy new album serves as a pleasant reminder as to why it should continue to stick around--especially during the summer.
Recommended tracks: "Eyes Be Closed," "Amor Fati," "Soft," "Before."

The Cool Kids - When Fish Ride Bicycles [Green Label Sound] --->DOWNLOAD
One sentence review: When Fish Ride Bicycles may be a long time coming, but one listen is all it takes to show that The Cool Kids' debut album was well worth the wait.
Recommended tracks: "Rush Hour Traffic," "Sour Apples," "Penny Hardaway," "Swimsuits."