I've finally pulled together the top 20 singles I found to be outstanding from 2009. My favorites for this year span the entire spectrum from the bright and cheery to dance hall grandeur, fringe hip-hop to R & B redux. One thing I noticed is that this years list is decidedly marked by old-timey folk revival. For one, there's Portland's Builders and the Butchers who take on a dark approach to the whole jangling jubilation of the mountain song. The damp mossy days of the Pac NW have steeped into their lyrics focusing them towards death, the devil [...]
The Ironclads CD Release Show ::: Photo by Josh Lovseth As a person who goes to grippa shows, it's a hopeless task to put properly put into any meaningful order the favorite shows they've been two beyond saying a few were the very best or stand out as special moments and deserve recognition as such for [...]
"Eet" by Regina Spektor Here is my list of thirty songs that dominated my iTunes, the songs that moved me to learn them on guitar, and the songs I will identify with 2009 forever. In no particular order. Though I suppose the top five could be my top five. "Walkabout" by Atlas Sound + guest Noah [...]
"Eet" by Regina Spektor Here is my list of thirty songs that dominated my iTunes, the songs that moved me to learn them on guitar, and the songs I will identify with 2009 forever. In no particular order. Though I suppose the top five could be my top five. "Walkabout" by Atlas Sound + guest Noah [...]
The Moondoggies ::: photo by Abbey Simmons These are the local songs I loved most during 2009. I can't ennumerate the list, believe me I tried. My absolute favorites are at the top of the list, but once you get beyond the top five-I can't really say what my 9th and 17th favorite songs are with a straight [...]
The Moondoggies ::: photo by Abbey Simmons These are the local songs I loved the most during 2009. I can't ennumerate the list, believe me I tried. My absolute favorites are at the top of the list, but once you get beyond the top five-I can't really say what my 9th and 17th favorite songs are with a [...]
Songs That Might Otherwise Pass You By Pollyn, " Still Love " Website Myspace I always heard that two heads are better than one... Final Spins, " Party Time " (Thanks to Filter Mag ) CD Baby site Myspace Today the back port, tomorrow the street...and then the next day THE WORLD!!! (or maybe the next [...]
The 2009 REVERBfest will take over Ballard on Sat Oct 3rd, filling 10 neighborhood venues (including 4 all-ages) many of which, like The Sunset and Hattie's Hat, are Ballard institutions while others, like the Salmon Bay Eagles Club and New York Fashion Academy are transforming themselves just for the event. The nice thing is that all of the venues are in the heart of old Ballard which makes it simple to hop from place to place and catch all your favorites. . Now, I know it's a pretty big claim, but I [...]
Today's free and legal mp3 downloads: Cougar : "Stay Famous" [mp3] from Patriot (out September 15th) other Cougar posts at Largehearted Boy Final Spins : "Party Time" [mp3] from This Is Then/That Was Now other Final Spins posts at Largehearted Boy Hudson Mohawke : [...]
The Maldives (inspire Air Banjo) ::: photo by Abbey Simmons This should just be subtitled: The Maldives edition. This week, Seattle's favorite Wrangler headbangers are going to be everywhere. The band is celebrating the release of their new album Listen to The Thunder with three nights at The Tractor Tavern. We wouldn't blame you if you [...]
Widower ::: Photo by Abbey Simmons In a way, The Sunset has become one of the de facto centers of the Seattle music scene. You're just as likely to see members of your favorite local band, from literally the largest bands in town to the smallest just formed bands, supporting their friends in the crowd and [...]
Mad Rad ::: photo by Abbey Simmons Considering the epic weekend of music that awaits us Seattle, I wouldn't blame you if you took off Monday and Tuesday to prepare your ear drums, liver, feet, and wallet for Capitol Hill Block Party. In fact, that's exactly what I'll be doing. But, there's no rest for the [...]
Toronto's The Junction will be releasing their third album, Another Link In The Chain. If you aren't familiar with the band, they feature a nice combination of upbeat indie-pop grooves and jazzy melodic bits resulting in a very catchy sound. The band will self-release the album and will be in stores on July 28th. The Junction is comprised of Brent Jackson(guitar/vocals), Matt Jameson(bass) and Mike Taylor(drums), and have become a staple in the Canadian music scene. Pick Your Battles The Junction: [...]
Today's free and legal mp3 downloads: Blue Roses : "Doubtful Comforts" [mp3] from Blue Roses (out July 21st) other Blue Roses posts at Largehearted Boy Final Spins : "Down the Road" [mp3] from This Is Then/That Was Now Final Spins : "Let Me Fall" [mp3] from [...]
Down the Road [mp3] Let me Fall [mp3] Another Sunny Day [mp3] Formed in Seattle in May 2008, this quintet offers a mellow yet soulful sound, sure to reel in a variety of music junkies. Made up by Joe Syverson (Vocals, Guitar), Colin Wolberg (Guitar), Zach Tillman (Bass), Chris Early (Keys), and Colin English (Drums) Final Spins , who also have their hands in the honey pot of brother J. Tillman's [...]
Sure, I've been a bit disparaging about Husband Love Your Wives in the past on Sound On The Sound - it's just not my type of music. Yet, for undisclosed reasons, Ms. Spiess has spent a considerable amount of time in the hospital as of late, and as we all know the American health care system doesn't turn its head at milking the uninsured for all their worth, so, it seems Spiess has racked up a good deal of debt. Lucky for her, and honestly, us a great group of local musicians are coming together at The Sunset to help [...]
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