Blog: We Hate Your Hate

So, this, by mere technicality, isn't a mixtape. There is no theme. There is no magical meaning stringing all the songs together. But you know what? I still think it works. It's just a collection of the songs I've been listening to far too much in the past couple weeks. They're all sort of... acousticy, all rather emotionfulled. But all conflicting emotions. Yeah. There's no rational explaination for this mixtape. It just is. All songs are in mp3 format unless otherwise noted; image was found somewhere in the interwebs. 01. The Decemberists - [...]

Just a heads up - my apologies for the missed mixtape this past sunday, it'll be there this coming sunday, the 18th. Then there won't be any posts from me for a while. My apologies for anyone who actually enjoyed the mixtapes, I'll try and get back here as soon as possible.

Here at WHYH, the question has been coming up more and more: "How exactly do you guys do it? How do you convince people at shows and on the 'Net that you're so obviously and unquestionably 'Scene'?". The answer to all this, and more, is bribery, forgery, identity theft, and the odd mafia-style disposal of uncooperative individuals in the Glenmore Reservoir, feet encased in a block of cement. Sadly, these methods can be difficult for most people to execute. Especially for those without the [...]

I said there would be a mixtape today, but I don't have enough time to finish the cover art and upload it all (not to mention, to finish making it ^^;;), so here's a short feature on duets. Now, I'm a huge fan of duets, and collaberations. It's just so interesting to see how different bands and artists can fit together, sometimes cross genre, sometimes not. But before I start rambling on the essence that makes a duet good, lets just get some music going. [...]

Well, I really thought I might pull it off this time. That is, until those U.S soldiers found my hiding place, pried me out of the hole, and dragged me, blinking and bearded, into the sunlight. ...Or, in this case, politely pointed out to me that it has, in fact, been two weeks since I even went to the show, and as such, I really should get on with writing this thing. Or else. Curses. Xp [...]

First off, I'd just like to apologise for the blatent lack of updates these past two weeks. All three of us are insanely busy with school and other various things, but that'll be over quite soon. But we do have something you can look forward to - a review of The Constantine 's show in Calgary last weekend! Both Ju and Phil were there, so one of them will get around to reviewing it. Also, Phil said something about The Thurston Revival - we've got a lot to look forward to! As well, there's an extra mixtape [...]

Here we go with mixtape number two, this time inspired by something we all must do (even if I personally don't do enough of it) - sleeping. And yes, it is just a rather amusing coincidence that all the songs have the word 'sleep' in the title. Once I noticed that trend, I removed the two songs without it, so that they wouldn't feel lonely. This is another kind of light feeling mixtape - the next one will be a bit more fun, I promise. [...]

Well, there seems to be no help for it. Despite procrastination, heavy sighing, and the occasional tearful refusal (as well as a feigned case of lysdexia), I am finally getting around to writing the live review for the two bands I saw play Broken City on tuesday: Frog Eyes and Sunset Rubdown. Not that I didn't totally enjoy myself (more on that later). However, I am possibly the world's number one believer in the way of the slacker. ...Or at least, the version where you slack off [...]

First off, I'd like to apologize for WHYH glaring lack of posts this past week. I have especially been neglecting to update, but you will have to forgive us. It is just a busy time of the month for all of us here at We Hate Your Hate. Now, on to the profile... Do Make Say Think is/was a Toronto band that has been described as everything from jazz, to electronica, to rock. They combine jazz style drums with electronic beats, all sorts of instruments and distorted guitars. Do Make Say Think [...]

So, is there anyone not excited for the new Radiohead album, coming out sometime in 2007? No? Didn't think so. May 1st marked the Koko gig; Thom and Jonny "acoustically" playing some material for a Friends of the Earth benefit for their the Big Ask campaign. The bootleggers have pulled through; various snippets of video are available on YouTube , as well as a full audio version has surfaced. Jonny and Thom shine in this acoustic setting, in which they perform three new songs - Arpeggi (which [...]

The Wipers - Portland , Oregon The Wipers are the band who can be said to have invented 90's Seattle Rock in 1970's Portland . With brooding lyrics, wicked guitar melodies, and the incredible visionary who is Greg Sage fronting them, the band should be honoured with the likes of Iggy and the Stooges, and Black Flag. Unfortunately, despite namechecks by [...]

Hey all!^^ This is Mariella, commonly called Ju, doing my first entry for WHYH...watch the magic, people. Or run for the hills. >.> Either works. Anyways, I've joined with Philip and Sheez in order to cover the oft-neglected side of alternative music: the obscure classics. Thus, enter Flashbacks: what we hope to accomplish in these is to spread the word about music that doesn't get nearly enough credit, or has unjustly been ignored/forgotten by people at large. You probably won't get too much in the way of news, considering that most of these bands broke up [...]

Here is We Hate Your Hate's very first mixtape, for April 2006. The theme is 'In a Safe Place', which is blatently stolen from the title of an Album Leaf album. Speaking of The Album Leaf, they kick off this mixtape. In a Safe Place April 30th, 2006 Mixtape by Sheila Theme: Safe Format: all in mp3 01. The Album Leaf - Over the Pond [...]

Also out as of last Tuesday, was the Lovely Feathers' new album, Hind Hind Legs. The first time I heard these guys was back in October of last year. I saw them live and was absolutely blown away. The Lovely Feathers are another strange band, but onstage they had this amazing energy. I don't think I've ever seen any other band seem so happy to be onstage. Anyway, Hind Hind Legs is their second album and you can listen to three of the tracks off of it over at Myspace . [...]

Last Tuesday marked the release of the Dresden Dolls latest album; Yes, Virginia ... It is their third full length album and definitely something worth checking out if you ask me. They were previewing the whole album on myspace but they are starting to take it down. However you can still listen to some of the tracks here . They also have the music video for 'Sing". The Dresden Dolls are a very strange band. They are made up of just two people; Amanda Palmer (Piano/Vocals) and [...]

Novillero is a four piece band from Manitoba. They have two full length albums out; Aim Right For The Holes In Their Lives (2005) and Brindleford Follies (2004). Currently, Novillero is touring around western Canada so if you live out on this side of the country then you should go check them out. There is a full list of their concert dates on there website . They have a few tracks up there, as well as a few more at myspace and New Music Canada . Furthermore, you can listen to an in studio session of [...]

Yes, this is indeed another one of countless other music blogs. Another Indie Music Blog to be precise. So if you have something against Independent music, or Canadians, then this is not a website you are going to want to look at. You have been warned. Also note that all the mp3s that are posted are for sample purposes only and should be deleted from your computer within 24 hours of downloading. Support the artists. If you have any feedback, questions, or suggestions for really great indie bands, [...]