Blog: Stranded In Stereo

New Harrys Gym Video: "Top of the Hill"

Nov 16, 2009, 1:39pm Stranded In Stereo
"Top of the Hill" by Harrys Gym
This video isn't new at all as it came out at the very beginning of this year, but Harrys Gym has made quite a resurgence in my life lately. "Attic" has been popping up a lot, and so has the amazing "The Escape." When I was in Norway in February, the band mentioned to me that they were working on a second disc - if anyone has news on this, please keep me posted. This is a group that is poised to do big things, as the NME and Drowned in Sound have been [...]
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Link Text:"The Escape"
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We Are Wolves: New Album

Nov 6, 2009, 7:30pm Stranded In Stereo
We Are Wolves: New Album Coming straight out of Montreal is Canada's top wolf related band We are Wolves with their third full-length album Invisible Violence . Recorded by Radwan Moumneh (Silver Mt. Zion, Pas Chic Chic) and Hadji Bakara (Wolf Parade, Megasoid) Invisible Violence expands upon there irreverant dance rock with bratty punk ("Holding Hands"), hypnotic electro-pop ("Reaching for the Sky") and moody angular anthem's ("Walking Commotion"). Due for release on February 2, 2010 via Dare to Care Records this three-piece's follow-up to there thrillingly danceable sophomore release Total Magique will entice fans with [...]
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New Johnny Foreigner Video: "Crimimals"

Nov 2, 2009, 3:55pm Stranded In Stereo
Johnny Foreigner | Criminals
Birmingham, England-based Johnny Foreigner are back with a new album, Grace and the Bigger Picture , which came out last week in the UK. It's a triumphant return for a band that has already made waves on both sides of the Atlantic, although having much more impact in their home country. This record sees them writing music for the long term, as they slowly develop their sound without losing any of the punch that makes them so exciting.
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Pulled Apart By Horses: Debut Album + new mp3

Oct 27, 2009, 9:21am Stranded In Stereo
Pulled Apart By Horses: Debut Album + new mp3 Photo by Danny North Leeds spastic noise-rockers Pulled Apart By Horses have just revealed a new song, all for free, from their upcoming debut album. The record, which was produced/recorded by James Kenosha and mastered at Abbey road by Alex Wharton, will be released very early next year. If you haven't had a chance to see this band, you need to do it now. Absolutely amazing gigs. If you're in the UK, now's your chance - the band is on the road with Biffy Clyro. Check their website [...]
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Link Text:"Get Off My Ghost Train"
File Name:Get Off My Ghost Train.mp3

Hurricane Bells Signs with Vagrant

Oct 26, 2009, 2:43pm Stranded In Stereo
Hurricane Bells Signs with Vagrant Photo by Mayumi Nashida On November 10, Vagrant Records will be releasing Tonight Is The Ghost digitally, the debut album from Brooklyn-based Hurricane Bells . This is a new project from Longwave frontman Steve Schiltz, the singer and guitarist for the band for over ten years. While the band remains intact, this album came about in the last year when Schiltz recorded the songs on his MacBook in his basement, literally by himself. Some songs were fully crafted within the past 18 months, while others are newly architected from [...]
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New Hotel St. George Video: "Apples and Pears"

Oct 23, 2009, 9:31am Stranded In Stereo
Apples And Pears Web
San Diego indie rockers Hotel St. George are the type of band that we love. They're exciting, they play fun music, and they doing it all on their own terms. The band's third album in the past two years, City Boy Lemon , is their best yet. Not ones to rest on their laurels, they haven't stopped writing and are already formulating ideas for their fourth album, which should be ready to go for early next year. The band has been mostly playing around their hometown as of late, but expect to [...]
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Link Text:"Island Man"
File Name:Island Man.mp3

New Bodies of Work Video: "Better Sorry Than Safe"

Oct 22, 2009, 7:52am Stranded In Stereo
Bodies Of Work 'Better Sorry Than Safe'
While we featured "Flyers" from London-based Bodies of Work on our most recent digital compilation, we wanted to talk about this great video and song as well, which was released as a single back in May. Those of you following UK music might recognize this band under their former name, the Far Cries, but under this new guise, they move into darker territory, not unlike the Fear of Flying to White Lies transition. This is yet another band that is due for a meteoric rise. [mp3]: "Flyers"
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Link Text:"Flyers"
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The Rumble NY Tonight

Oct 21, 2009, 1:38pm Stranded In Stereo
The Rumble NY Tonight A special edition RUMBLE: BROOKLYN goes down tonight @ Southpaw as we weave our madness into CMJ 2009. The line up is stellar.....take a look. Text stolen from the Future Sounds blog. PAUL + THE PATIENTS (830-9) "just damn addictive... psychedelic-based songs, the tracks consistently hook in your head" rcrdlbl.com "I am exploding with the need to talk about a band I am fucking obsessed with right now: Paul and The Patients" ultragrrrl.blogspot.com 'Musically, this is the kind of band that the major labels try [...]
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Sure Juror at CMJ

Oct 21, 2009, 7:18am Stranded In Stereo
Sure Juror at CMJ CMJ is going to prove to be a busy time for Philadelphia's Sure Juror , who after two wonderful albums remain under the radar. On the heels of their new 7", the band is doing two gigs today in NY, the first at Piano's at 2.30pm and the other at 2am at the Cake Shop, venues which are right next to each other on the Lower East Side. These guys play a fucking great show, so definitely come out to see them and buy the new 7". Also, if you like the song below, [...]
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Artist:Sure Juror
Title:Ex-Cuties
Link Text:"Ex-Cuties"
File Name:excuties.mp3
Bitrate:192 kbps

Stranded in Stereo v16: Download Now!

Oct 20, 2009, 7:57am Stranded In Stereo
Everyone's in NY for CMJ this week. Well, except for me - I am sitting this year out. This volume of Stranded in Stereo came together quicker than any other issue, and although there are no BIG NAMES, we're confident that at least half of these will be the toast of the town by next year. Again, we're pleased with how this issue came together. Not to pick favorites, but there are some real quality bands including some that are making their debuts here. Our mailing list gets it tomorrow, but you get it [...]
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Mew Return to the US

Oct 19, 2009, 7:00pm Stranded In Stereo
Mew - Repeaterbeater [NEW OFFICIAL VIDEO]
"Repeaterbeater" Danish band Mew are set to return to the US later this year with a string of tour dates, mostly on the coasts. These gigs include a Dec. 1st opening slot with the Pixies. Also, the band will be giving local acts in 8 different markets on their upcoming headlining tour this fall (see asterisked dates below) an opportunity to submit themselves to be chosen as direct support. Check back here for details on how local bands can enter to win in select markets: http://www.mewsite.com/openfor mew/ [...]
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New Florence + the Machine Video: "You've Got the Love"

Oct 15, 2009, 2:31pm Stranded In Stereo
Florence + the Machine - You've Got the Love
It's a new Florence + the Machine video, from the Lungs album, which is quickly becoming one of my favorites of 2009. The band will be making their way to the US this month for very select dates, just in New York, Los Angeles, and Toronto. Good for me, but bad for most others. Oct 27 2009 Bowery Ballroom New York Oct 30 2009 Troubadour Los Angeles Nov 2 2009 Mod Club Toronto [mp3]: "You've Got the Love [...]
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Link Text:"You've Got the Love (The XX remix)"
File Name:You've Got the Love (XX remix).mp3

Grammatics - New Single + Bloc Party tour

Oct 13, 2009, 1:00pm Stranded In Stereo
Grammatics - New Single + Bloc Party tour Leeds band Grammatics have been steadily growing their fanbase over the past few years, and this year has been the most exciting one for them yet. They've released a brilliant debut LP on Dance to the Radio , and with their constant touring, they were able to nab the opening slot of the current Bloc Party tour, which is already a few dates in. Also, the band has a brand new single out called "Double Negative." The b-side is a cover of The Good Life track "Notes in his Pockets," and it's available [...]
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Link Text:"Inkjet Lanes" (f/ Blue Roses)
File Name:07 Inkjet Lakes.mp3

Neon Indian

Oct 12, 2009, 1:11pm Stranded In Stereo
Neon Indian Brooklyn band Neon Indian still remain a mystery to me. They were borne out of a hazy winter gathering in Texas, the mastermind of composer Alan Palomo. Their music falls somewhere between dreampop and psychedelia, mixing in field recordings, record samplings, and bizarre synth sounds. The band's debut album, Psychic Chasms , is out tomorrow via Lefse Records . [mp3]: "Terminally Chill"
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Artist:Neon Indian
Title:Terminally Chill
Link Text:"Terminally Chill"
File Name:TerminallyChill.mp3

Young/Lost Ones West Coast Tour

Oct 9, 2009, 5:54pm Stranded In Stereo
Young/Lost Ones West Coast Tour I've been banging on about Young/Lost Ones for a few years now, but I am still waiting for the rest of the world to wake up and listen. The formerly SoCal-based (now in Bellingham, WA) band, led by Alex Jones, produces music at will, recording and releasing music once an idea as finished percolating. It has led to a string of official and internet only releases that is the new generation of Americana. Jones has the skill and voice to give Tom Petty a run for his money, but everyone just needs to wake up [...]
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Link Text:"Trucker's Wife"
File Name:02 Trucker's Wife.mp3

The Rumble in Los Angeles - Tonight!

Oct 8, 2009, 7:17am Stranded In Stereo
The Rumble in Los Angeles - Tonight! The Rumble comes home tonight, the city where it's based with a fucking awesome lineup. The Blakes open the night, and when a band of this caliber is opening, you know that shit's gotta be good. Our middle child of the night is northern soul meets garage act Lady Dottie + the Diamonds who have the potential to get real big, real quick. Although I am not a fan of their more garage numbers, but when they turn up the soul, they have few peers. Closing the night is the [...]
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Link Text:"Livin' it Up"
File Name:07 livin' it up.mp3

The Rumble SF - TONIGHT!

Oct 6, 2009, 4:49pm Stranded In Stereo
The Rumble SF - TONIGHT! The Bay Area gets another dose of Rumble action this month when the now several city tour makes its way to the Harlot in San Francisco. One of our absolute faves is doing the entire run of Rumbles - Fitz and the Tantrums, and they are supported by locals Man/Miracle . The fun starts at 8 pm. [mp3]: Fitz and the Tantrums "Breakin' the Chains of Love"
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Link Text:"Breakin' the Chains of Love"
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New Hello Seahorse Video: "Después"

Oct 6, 2009, 7:30am Stranded In Stereo
Despues - Video Oficial
It might be political and economic strife or it just may be a good time to be a musician, but it seems as though Mexico is going through a musical renaissance with a host of unique new groups popping up all over the country. Hailing from Mexico City, three-piece Hello Seahorse! have been playing out for a few years and already have several releases under their belts, and they have played north of the border as well. This year's Bestia is their finest work yet, and shows that the group has a knack for [...]
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Ken Flagg

Oct 5, 2009, 3:41pm Stranded In Stereo
Ken Flagg Most bands lose the plot - it's bound to happen in a long career. When I listen to Matt Pond PA's later material, it's apparent that they've gone off course, but that's fine. Like baseball players, you can't rely on the same methods day-in and day-out - you need to constantly reinvent yourself, and up until '04, MPPA did just that. Listening to the new Ken Flagg album, I am reminded of those sweet, finely crafted pop songs that Matt Pond PA was able to create so efficiently. While the album is not [...]
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Artist:Ken Flagg
Title:Pieces
Link Text:"Pieces"
File Name:pieces-ken_flagg.mp3
Bitrate:160 kbps
Year:2009

Bermuda Bonnie

Oct 1, 2009, 5:29pm Stranded In Stereo
Bermuda Bonnie Philadelphia is the best place on Earth. I am not even kidding. It's the greatest city with the greatest people and it always warms my heart when I hear exciting new music from the City of Brotherly Love. On first look, Bermuda Bonnie may seem like a group hailing from the tropics, but their look is merely an homage to those lazy days sipping Coronas and listening to the waves hitting the beach. On the band's debut album, which is free to download (but cooler looking if you actually buy it), the band take [...]
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Link Text:"Houseboat"
File Name:02 Houseboat.mp3
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