Spencer Krug is probably best known for his role in Wolf Parade , but the dude's been doing solo outings for some time now. Personally, I loved his Sunset Rubdown work, even with his sometimes off-kilter vocal performances. His latest project, Moonface , now has a brand new album coming out April 17th on JagJaguwar Records , titled With Sinai: Heartbreaking Bravery . Those of you looking for something along the lines of Wolf Parade might be out of luck, [...]
It seems like it's been ages, years even, since I last heard word from the local group The Laughing . I was always a fan of the band's tunes, but sort of just assumed that they had moved on to other things. Well, imagine my surprise today when I get a random email from the band promoting a new song entitled "Disappear". It shows tons of promise for one of Austin's finest bands that was dormant for too long. A new album from the band, Oscillation , is said to be on the way [...]
Vancouver based outfit Chains of Love just sent this new tune our way called "He's Leaving With Me" and we wanted to share it with you guys. It has a very 60s psych rock feel with sweet swooning vocals from the ladies. A debut EP from the band, Strange Grey Days, will be out March 14th on Manimal Vinyl . You can also catch the band live when they stop into town next month for some festival called SXSW. Download: Chains of Love - He's Leaving With Me [MP3]
Leonard Cohen - Going Home I love to speak with Leonard He's a sportsman and a shepherd He's a lazy bastard Living in a suit But he does say what I tell him Even though it isn't welcome He will never have the freedom To refuse He will speak these words of wisdom Like a sage, a man of vision Though he knows he's really nothing But the brief elaboration of a tube Going home Without [...]
If you know our friends over at Hardly Art , they've been dabbling in the softer side of indie rock for the last several releases (not that we mind at all #justsaying). But, when you hear this booming track, you'll realize that the label has a new force to be reckoned with in K-Holes . Their new record, Dismania, should be out on the label on May 1st, and there's something sonically sinister lurking. It's got the reckless abandon you can recall from early [...]
A few weeks back we brought you a nice little gem from Soft Swells , and as we near the release of their self-titled record, another great tune comes our way. The record won't officially come out until February 28th, but you'll definitely be anticipating getting your hands on it after listening to this standout song. For me, it recalls a lot of the pop sincerity of bands like the Generationals , offering up hooks with no pretension or guise; that's how you're supposed to compose the hits. If this isn't [...]
You've got to hand it to Tim Presley. He can bring a nice psychedelic country number with Darker My Love , then turn around and bang out a noisy little garage rock number on the other hand. As we've mentioned before, Presley's White Fence project is set to release one of two albums for Woodsist on April 3rd titled Family Perfume . And rumors have it that he's also in the works with Ty Segall on a joint project. If he's going [...]
Shearwater - You As You Were Fun facts gleaned from 20 total hours spread over two layovers spent in the Guangzhou International Airport: It's winter in China. "Well, duh," you are muttering, but I live in Malaysia and was visiting California. In my head, winter exists exclusive in movies and memories. I own exactly one pair of pants and zero coats. "So cold ah?" the lady behind me said as she rubbed my bare arm when we disembarked. I agreed. I'm fairly certain they don't heat the airport. [...]
This is a compilation of unreleased tracks. Until now, the only way to get the majority of them was by grabbing limited free downloads on Soundcloud. Just wanted to make those tunes widely available... Peace- WIB SLAP BY SLAP!!! DOWNLOAD "Properly Packed" ON BANDCAMP CLICK HERE Somepling: Twitter 602Diggler Tags: 2012 , 602Diggler , beats chops [...]
Coast Jumper are a relatively new band currently residing in the beautiful Bay Area after meeting as young-ins in NYC some years ago (get it!?!). The band has a new album called Grand Opening which they are planning to self-release physically on May 8th, but is actually available to stream now over on their bandcamp page . Those of you not willing to make the click without hearing on of their songs, should check out the rocker "Lawless" below. It has this sort of poppy start that transitions into a free for all rock ending. [...]
You've got to love an indie rock stable with eclectic tastes, and such is the genius of K Records . They're set to release the new album from Kendl Winter titled The Mechanics of Hovering Flight , and I'm really enjoying getting lost in this album today. Listeners should appreciate her penchant for storytelling, especially on this single. One listen to this track and I'm hoping you'll see the gifts in her [...]
One of my favorite bros, Black Matter just teamed up with Monolith to put their own spin on the late 90s rave classic Better Off Alone . Black Matter has yet to disappoint and this is my introduction to Monolith. I'll be creepin' on his soundcloud later. Black Matter & Monolith - Better Off Alone Download audio file (Better%20Off%20Alone.mp3)
Man, this is what a great song sounds like? Yeah, absolutely. I hadn't heard of Estrogen Highs until I caught this sweet jam in the inbox, and I'm so glad I've been able to spend my entire day rocking out to this one. The Connecticut group are releasing their Irrelevant Future album via Trouble in Mind Records on April 10th, and you can bet on it being brilliant. This track begins with a light musical line and vocal accompaniment, which goes on [...]
Sometimes you get some information on a band, and you're tempted to look the other way, panning them as just another run of the mill bluesy duo. But, along the way to my dismissal, I just couldn't escape this track getting stuck in my head. Little Hurricane might have a hell of a lot of swagger in the live setting, but I'm really enjoying the sound on the first single from their album Homewrecker ; the album hits on May 1st via Unknown Behavior . There's something about [...]
Does Luke Temple ever sleep? It really doesn't seem that way. The guy is constantly recording, touring, and putting out new music as a solo musician and with his steady outfit Here We Go Magic . This new tune "Make Up Your Mind" features a pretty funky beat on top of the typical Temple/HWGM chanting verses. A new album from the band, A Different Ship , is due out May 8th on Secretly Canadian . Download: Here We Go Magic - Make Up Your Mind [MP3]
Marketa Irglova - The Hanill "I'm tired," sighed Marika. Shifting her weight uncomfortably against his tilted ribs, draping her arm across his still chest, his arms by his side. A thumb's worth of light filtered in through the window. The curtain exhaled with the push of the outside gales, each sharp, focused breath offering a momentary blindness. Marika had been sleeping here the last three nights and still hadn't mentioned the light, hadn't brought herself to reposition herself, to close her eyes for longer than a few seconds. Her arms felt limp and lifeless [...]
Okay, admittedly we're going to give a little plug here for ourselves, but I'm totally okay with that. As we've mentioned here before, we're going to be helping put out the new album, Arab Spring , from Austin's own Literature . It's a project we're stoked to be part of, and one that we hope will help us launch our non-profit label (aren't they all?) to help Austin/Texas bands. Anyways, for those interested in getting your hands on it, you can preorder the album today from our partners (the other benig [...]
Emily Beanblossom's a bit of a roamer, and we're happy to have her find a home here in Austin, for the time being at least. She's about to release her new album, Pith , via K Records on March 15th (if you buy straight from K, all money goes to Emily!) under the Ruby Fray moniker. There's a nice bit of difference in the two tracks, one featuring a heavy-handed guitar backbone, the other more gentle and quirky. You'll enjoy a similar [...]
It's Monday, so you've got to kick things off with a nice rocker, so that's why I'm offering you up this sweet little number from The Coathangers . The group's running a split 73 with friends, Davila 666 , on a limited press from Suicide Squeeze , which will hit on April 17th. Just one listen to this and you'll have enough energy to get yourself through the day-banging drums and stuttering sharp edged guitars always do it for me. If you dig this, be sure to keep an [...]
Dnb best tunes January 2012 All the best dnb hits in one mix. The songs go in the order: Anticipate (Netsky Remix) - Skream Louder (Doctor P & Flux Pavilion) - Dj Freash Stop and stare (gemini remix) - Fenech-Soler Time Is Ticking Away (Chrome Remix) - Camo & Krooked Give & Take (Original Mix) - Netsky Chronicles - Camo & Krooked Choose Me II - Xilent Memory Lane - Netsky Alienation - Camo & Krooked The Dragon's Den - Skrillex Heaven (Nu:Tone Remix) - Emeli Sande The First Note Is Silent (feat. Tiësto & [...]
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