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Devonte Hynes was once in a band called Test Icicles and if you're aware of that group's blend of indie-rock, hip-hop and punk, be prepared to be surprised, 'cause Hynes's new project Lightspeed Champion is a pretty big change. Instead of the loud guitars that fit well with similar groups like pre-Islands band The Unicorns, Hynes now focuses his talent on creating minimalistic orchestral-like movements with a violin and acoustic guitar. The melodies are sweet but slightly harsh and pointed—and I mean that in the best of ways. [...]