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Saturday, March 3, 2012
New Multitudes
New Multitudes comes to us as an interpretation of the work of icon and musical legend Woody Guthrie. Jay Farrar (Son Volt), Will Johnson (Centro-matic), Anders Parker (Varnaline), and Yim Yames (My Morning Jacket) come together to present 23 sets of previously-unrecorded Guthrie lyrics. The album, though possibly billed as a tribute, feels like so much more. It seems, in this day and age, the sure embodiment of all the emotions Woody conveyed through his words. It is excellent, if only for its ability to capture these emotions. The men's voices blend beautifully, and the subtle layering added to many of the stripped down guitar ballads works tremendously well. Listen now!
Jay Farrar, Will Johnson, Anders Parker & Yim Yames--"Hoping Machine"
Jay Farrar, Will Johnson, Anders Parker & Yim Yames--"Talking Empty Bed Blues"
Friday, March 2, 2012
Wildlife - "Sea Dreamer" Music Video
Canadian rockers Wildlife, the guys behind the irresistible tune "Stand In The Water," have released their debut music video for "Sea Dreamer"! The hilarious clip shows the band in a series of conflicts with an evil rival gang! Check it out!
Wildlife-"Stand In The Water"
Wildlife-"Stand In The Water"
The Shins - "Bait and Switch"
The Shins have released another video from their upcoming album, Port of Morrow, due out March 20th. The video, for "Bait and Switch," shows the band rehearsing in a Portland log-cabin. Enjoy!
Thursday, March 1, 2012
Bowerbirds - The Clearing
Is it too early in the year to nominate an album for my Best of the Year list? Bowerbirds certainly don't think so. With their previous albums, Upper Air and Hymns for a Dark Horse, I was made a fan and it was clear that the group had a huge amount of potential. The Clearing, however, realizes every last bit of that potential. The folk group from North Carolina skyrockets past their previous efforts, and, I think, makes the best album they possibly could have.
From the first track, I knew things were different. The melodies of "Tuck The Darkness In" have been wandering around my head for weeks and the beautiful instrumentation reveals further subtleties with every listen. The song builds and builds, showing that when the group gets loud, their whole effect is more powerful. The second single, "In The Yard," surprises yet again, with soaring fuzzy guitar lines and yet another catchy melody.
I could go on and on like this about every single track, but this piece of folk genius is best experienced firsthand. Not a single track stood out as being weak, although "Walk The Furrows" and "Now We Hurry On" were additional highlights.
With The Clearing, Bowerbirds expand their sound, from almost exclusively slow acoustic ballads, to fuller arrangements with distorted guitars, more present drums, and strings. The vocals are stronger, less hushed, and more powerful. This album is everything Bowerbirds should be.
Enjoy the video below of the Philip Moore and Beth Tacular discussing the making of the album.
Bowerbirds-"Tuck The Darkness In"
Bowerbirds-"Walk The Furrows"
Newport Folk Festival Lineup Announced
The Newport Folk Festival, around since 1959, has been one of the most consistent and groundbreaking music festivals of the 20th century. Well for 2012, they are continuing the tradition. The lineup features some of the best folk acts around and is truly amazing. The festival, running July 28-29 in Newport, RI, will feature performances by My Morning Jacket, Jackson Browne, Conor Oberst, Iron & Wine, Dawes, The Head and the Heart, City & Colour, The Tallest Man On Earth, Alabama Shakes, Blind Pilot, Of Monsters & Men, First Aid Kit, and many many more. Check out all the festival info here!
Wednesday, February 29, 2012
The Lumineers - "Stubborn Love"
Look Sessions has released yet another great video of The Lumineers performing acoustically. This time, they jam their way through "Stubborn Love," a track we haven't had the pleasure of hearing yet. As every peek of their upcoming album has done, this excellent track has gotten us even more excited. Enjoy!
James Egbert
I am a big fan of electronic music. But I often get tired of the countless number of producers that don't do anything new with the art. I tend to gravitate to towards the artists that expand the scope of the genre, artists like Pretty Lights, Big Gigantic, or Skrillex. That is why I took a liking to James Egbert. After first hearing his Blackhawk EP, I was shocked to find that the young producer had not garnered much attention yet. His four-song EP combines strong melodic components with heavy drops, and dubstep sounds that I have yet to hear anywhere else. The songs are available for free download below. Keep an eye on this guy. He's gonna be big. Enjoy!
Good Old War Behind The Scenes Video
Good Old War, the guys behind the recent single, "Can't Go Home," have given us an inside look into the studio as they prepare to release their album. The video below follows the group as they talk about the recording process for Come Back As Rain, and give us sneak peeks at a few of the new tracks. Enjoy!
Tuesday, February 28, 2012
Plants and Animals - The End Of That
Canadian rockers Plants and Animals are back with their third full length, The End Of That. With this effort, the group solidly continues along their modern, classic rock path, not straying too far away from their roots. The first track, "Before," showcases the group's soft side, while hard-hitters like "Why & Why" and "Control Me," show the fellows loosening up a bit. The lead single, "Lightshow," is clearly the standout track, bringing all the trio's sounds together. The rest of the album, especially "2010," a seemingly very forced song about the end of the year, stumbles. Propelled by the strong single, the album is worth a listen, but "Lightshow," and the great music video for it, provide the listener with the best four minutes of the disc. Unfortunately, this does not seem like a step forward for the group, yet it is unlikely to drive any fans away. The End Of That isn't actually the end of anything. It is simply a sidestep.
Plants and Animals-"Why & Why"
James Mercer of The Shins - "Simple Song"
James Mercer of The Shins recently stopped by Portland's KINK FM to perform a few acoustic tracks from their upcoming album, Port Of Morrow. Check out the video of Mercer playing "Simple Song" below. Watch the rest of the session and an interview here.
Monday, February 27, 2012
Stream Andrew Bird's New Album
Andrew Bird will be releasing his upcoming album, Break It Yourself, on March 6th! Before you buy, however, the kind man has allowed NPR to stream his album in its entirety! Check it out and enjoy!
Stream Break It Yourself here!
Stream Delta Spirit's New Album
San Diego-based Delta Spirit, wil be releasing their self-titled third album on March 13th. After hearing only the first single, "California," we were already excited. The band gave us even more reason to pine for the release when they said "We found the sound that we've been looking for, that we've been growing into, and as soon as we hit on it, we ran with it. That’s why it's a self-titled record, so we could connect our identity with the album, because this album is what we think Delta Spirit is. People make records for their time, and we wanted to make one for our time."
Stream the album in its entirety here!
Bon Iver - "Towers" Music Video
Bon Iver has released another gorgeous, soothing video from his latest record, Bon Iver. The clip, for "Towers," follows an old man on his journey out to sea. The song will be released as a single on March 6th, along with a previously unreleased track, "Bruised Orange (Chain Of Sorrow)". Also, check out the group's tour dates below. Enjoy!
Sunday, February 26, 2012
C2C
Between the years of 2003 and 2006, C2C, a group of French DJs reigned supreme by winning the DMC World Team DJ Championship four years in a row. Years later, the quartet has reappeared with their first attempt at producing original music, the Down The Road EP. The EP is one of the most exciting debuts of electronic music I have ever heard. The five tracks all showcase different aspects of their songwriting and feature soul samples, infectious beats, and good old record scratches. The title track, "Down The Road," has been on repeat in my headphones for a solid week now, and I personally challenge any reader of this to listen it without wanting to dance. It is impossible! They even scratch up a harmonica solo! Enjoy the track and take a look at their creative and visually spectacular music video for "F.U.Y.A." below.
C2C-"Down The Road"
Download A Free Andrew Bird Sampler
Andrew Bird has released a free four song EP that you can download via NoiseTrade. The EP features "Eyeoneye," the lead single from Bird's upcoming release, Break It Yourself, available March 6th. It also includes "The Crown Salesman" and "So Much Wine," tracks from a recently released seven-inch, and "After Dinner Jam," a track that didn't quite make the album. Download the EP for free below, and enjoy!
Friday, February 24, 2012
Yellow Ostrich - "The Shakedown"
Yellow Ostrich will be releasing their long-awaited (at least by me!) sophomore album, Strange Land, on March 6th. From what we have heard so far, like "Marathon Runner," the new album is much more fleshed out than their debut release, The Mistress. The latest track to surface is "The Shakedown," a very guitar-focused track that shows off the group's ability to let loose and rock a bit. Take a listen and check out their upcoming tour dates below!
Yellow Ostrich-"The Shakedown"
Thursday, February 23, 2012
Beirut - "Vagabond" Music Video
Beirut have just released a music video for "Vagabond," a track off their latest release, 2011's The Rip Tide. The old school clip looks like a classic 1940's war film but with an even better soundtrack! Enjoy!
Robin Pecknold - "Olivia, In A Separate Bed"
Robin Pecknold, the driving force behind Fleet Foxes, has released a new demo, "Olivia, In A Separate Bed". The tune is a hushed, acoustic ballad that narrates a painfully fresh breakup. Quite a sad song, but as per usual with Pecknold, quite beautiful as well.
Wednesday, February 22, 2012
Good Old War - "Can't Go Home"
Philadelphia folk trio Good Old War will release their upcoming album, Come Back As Rain, on March 6th. Until then, we have the pleasure of hearing a few great sunny singles! "Can't Go Home" is filled with beautiful simple harmonies, and "Calling Me Names" is made for a concert singalong. To support the album, the group is embarking on a very extensive Spring tour with The Belle Brigade and Family of the Year.
Good Old War-"Can't Go Home"
Good Old War-"Calling Me Names"
Dub Fx
Dub Fx is not your average street performer. The Australian beatboxer/singer does not perform with any instruments, instead making his entire songs with only his voice. By running his voice through an effects pedal and a looping station, he is able to make beautiful hip-hop/reggae tracks that are much fuller than one would imagine.
A few years ago, after I saw a YouTube video (below) of Dub Fx performing one of his tracks, "Made," on the street, I became captivated by this extremely driven, and now hugely popular busker. The other day, I stumbled upon another video (below) that gave a very informative introduction to the mysterious artist. His socially concerned tracks on his debut album, Everythinks A Ripple, blend heavy bass with reggae beats and introspective raps, all done with his voice of course. Check him out!
Dub Fx-"The Rain Is Gone"
A few years ago, after I saw a YouTube video (below) of Dub Fx performing one of his tracks, "Made," on the street, I became captivated by this extremely driven, and now hugely popular busker. The other day, I stumbled upon another video (below) that gave a very informative introduction to the mysterious artist. His socially concerned tracks on his debut album, Everythinks A Ripple, blend heavy bass with reggae beats and introspective raps, all done with his voice of course. Check him out!
Dub Fx-"The Rain Is Gone"
Tuesday, February 21, 2012
Recent Recommended Releases - 2-21-2012
Damien Jurado - Maraqopa
Damien Jurado-"Working Titles"
James Vincent McMorrow - We Don't Eat EP
Sleigh Bells - Reign Of Terror
Julia Stone - Let's Forget All The Things That We Say - EP
The Shins - "Simple Song" Music Video
James Mercer and crew have released a hilarious and inventive music video for their latest single, "Simple Song". The video, from the upcoming album Port Of Morrow, is directed by DANIELS and it available for free on iTunes! Enjoy the awesome video accompaniment!
Download the free video here!
Shower Hour: Spring Show #17
Hey all! Last night I had another great radio show, filled with a whole bunch of groups I had never played on the air before! Check it out!
Stream Shower Hour Spring Show #17
Stream Shower Hour Spring Show #17
Monday, February 20, 2012
M. Ward - "Primitive Girl"
M. Ward is set to release his upcoming solo album, A Wasteland Companion, on April 10th. We get to hear another track from that disc, titled "Primitive Girl". After a few years of playing with groups like Monsters of Folk and She & Him, he is back to working on solo material, and it sounds like he definitely remembers how. Check out the video for the first single, "The First Time I Ran Away," below.
Sunday, February 19, 2012
Hey Marseilles
Hey Marseilles, a seven-piece group from Seattle, WA, blends folk music with orchestral and French influences to produce something soothing and beautiful. With a sound that brings to mind wide open spaces and long journeys, the self-proclaimed "folkestral" group has struck gold with their debut 2010 album, To Travels & Trunks. The acoustic "Someone to Love" brings to mind Death Cab For Cutie, while the title track evokes more comparisons to Of Monsters & Men, or a French-tinged The Head and the Heart. Not a single track is weak, and the first and last tracks act as perfect bookends to the journey that is To Travels & Trunks. Check out a great Look Session of the group performing their new single, "Elegy" below. Also below are their tour dates for SXSW and Sasquatch! Check them out!
Hey Marseilles-"To Travels & Trunks"
Hey Marseilles-"Someone To Love"
Hey Marseilles-"Cigarettes"
Hey Marseilles-"To Travels & Trunks"
Hey Marseilles-"Someone To Love"
Hey Marseilles-"Cigarettes"
Friday, February 17, 2012
Atmosphere - "Became" Music Video
Atmosphere has just released their latest music video, accompanying their song "Became," one of my personal favorites from their 2011 album, The Family Sign. The video features a whole array of styles and is a pretty interesting companion to a captivating song. Check it out!
Bon Iver 4AD/Jagjaguwar Session
Today, 4AD and Jagjaguwar present to us a beautiful session with Bon Iver. Justin Vernon, backed just by Sean Carey, runs through five tracks with just two grand pianos and two incredible voices. The stark, simple performance is absolutely gorgeous and really highlights Vernon's piano skills and his non-falsetto voice. Enjoy!
1. Hinnom, TX
2. Wash.
3. I Can't Make You Love Me (Bonnie Raitt cover)
4. Babys
5. Beth/Rest
1. Hinnom, TX
2. Wash.
3. I Can't Make You Love Me (Bonnie Raitt cover)
4. Babys
5. Beth/Rest
Thursday, February 16, 2012
Alabama Shakes Announce Spring Tour
Alabama Shakes have announced a lengthy Spring tour, leading up to their festival appearances at Sasquatch, Hangout, and Bonnaroo. Their upcoming album, Boys & Girls, will be released midway through the nation-wide trek on April 10th. Below, enter your email address to get a free download of the group's bonus track, "Heavy Chevy". Enjoy! Check out the tour dates below!
Tuesday, February 14, 2012
Jack White - "Love Interruption" Music Video
Jack White has brought us the visual accompaniment to his latest great single, "Love Interruption". The video features vocalist Ruby Amanfu. His upcoming solo album, Blunderbuss, will be released on April 24th. Take a look!
The Lumineers - "Slow It Down"
My latest obsession, The Lumineers, just recorded a Look Session, playing "Slow It Down," a track that will be on their upcoming album. The video is loads of fun, full of porch stomping and tambourine shaking. Enjoy!
Brother Ali - The Bite Marked Heart EP
Minneapolis Rhymesayers rapper Brother Ali has just dropped a new 7-song EP, titled The Bite Marked Heart! The EP, just in time for Valentine's Day, is available for free download! If you're a fan of his labelmates Atmosphere or Grieves, you'll enjoy this!
Monday, February 13, 2012
Dr. Dog - "Lonesome" Live
Dr. Dog stopped by the studios of Philadelphia music site InTheMix to perform a wonderful live rendition of "Lonesome," the first track on their brand new album, Be The Void. Also, check out their current tour dates below!
The Decemberists - "One Engine"
The upcoming soundtrack for The Hunger Games features quite a variety of artists, from Kid Cudi to Taylor Swift. While the soundtrack isn't released until March 20th, one track from The Decemberists has surfaced! Check out their song, "One Engine" below!
Saturday, February 11, 2012
The Lumineers
After first hearing The Lumineers, I noticed that they had seemed to go back in time. The voice of Wesley Schultz sounds as if it comes from another era, a simpler time. The three-piece from Colorado has been making waves with their frolicking, fun, folk rock jams, full of frantic fingerpicking and male-female vocal harmonies. They recently got some attention when their song "Ho Hey" was featured in the TV show Hart of Dixie. They will be releasing their self-titled debut album on April 3rd, and I cannot wait. Luckily, to hold us off until then, they recorded a Daytrotter session a few months ago and they sound amazing live. They have also finished shooting their music video for "Ho Hey" and it will be released soon! They are also going on tour very soon to support the album, and I have a very good feeling that they will be quite fun to see live. Take a listen and enjoy!
The Lumineers-"Ho Hey"
The Lumineers-"The Dead Sea"
Friday, February 10, 2012
Hey Marseilles - "Cigarettes" Tour Video
Hey Marseilles, a Seattle-based "folkestral" group, has released a beautiful and creative video for their tune "Cigarettes". The parts of the track, off their latest album, To Travels and Trunks, were filmed in various locations all along their tour. They are yet another great band to be on the lineup for this year's Sasquatch Music Festival. Be sure to add them to your must-see list!
Justin Vernon Jams with The Roots
The other night, Justin Vernon stopped by Late Night with Jimmy Fallon to hang out with house-band The Roots. They collaborated to create an extremely relaxing and beautiful extended version of Bon Iver's "Perth". Check it out!
Thursday, February 9, 2012
Dr. Dog on Conan
These guys are simply too cool, and I can't get enough. The boys' album Be The Void, which dropped Tuesday, is excellent. Pick it up now.
The Head and the Heart - "Down In The Valley" Music Video
One of our favorite groups, The Head and the Heart, have released a music video for their upbeat track, "Down In The Valley". The video focuses on the group's live performance and their traveling days. It features rehearsal footage and great candid shots of the band. Check out the heart-warming video below!
Wednesday, February 8, 2012
Alabama Shakes on Conan
Last night, Alabama Shakes appeared on Conan, performing their current single, "Hold On". The performance seemed to please Mr. O'Brien quite a bit and hopefully you will enjoy it as well! The group's debut album, Boys & Girls will be released April 10th and is now available for preorder on iTunes. Enjoy!
Tuesday, February 7, 2012
Edward Sharpe Announces New Album
Shower Hour - Spring Sasquatch Show
Last night on Shower Hour, I packed the 60 minutes full of solely artists performing at the Sasquatch Music Festival! With a lineup that great, it made for quite a fun hour. Enjoy!
Monday, February 6, 2012
The Black Keys - "Gold On The Ceiling" Music Video
A few minutes ago, The Black Keys premiered their new music video for "Gold On The Ceiling" on MTV. The live video, shot at their album release show in New York, captures the immense energy the Keys have live. Catch them on tour this spring at the dates below. Enjoy!
The Shins - "September"
The Shins have just released the B-side to their recent single, "Simple Song". The new cut, "September," sounds like a classic slower Shins tune and bodes very well for the upcoming album. I'm loving what I hear and can't wait for more! Check out the video for "September" below.
Sunday, February 5, 2012
Bon Iver on SNL
Last night, Bon Iver graced the stage of SNL with a lovely performance of "Holocene" and "Beth/Rest". Check out the videos below!
Saturday, February 4, 2012
The Civil Wars - "Barton Hollow" City Session
The British City Sessions just released a video they shot of The Civil Wars performing their hit "Barton Hollow". This session gives the viewer a great perspective into how truly perfect the duo sounds live. Their harmonies intertwine effortlessly. We even reviewed a show of theirs a few months ago with Milo Greene. Check out the review here. Enjoy!
Friday, February 3, 2012
Sasquatch Music Fesitval Lineup Announced
The lineup for Sasquatch Music Festival, taking place Memorial Day weekend in George, Washington, has just been announced! Featuring Jack White, Beck, Bon Iver, Pretty Lights, Tenacious D, The Shins, Beirut, Girl Talk, The Roots, The Head & The Heart, The Civil Wars, Blind Pilot, Yellow Ostrich, and many many more, the fesitval is sure to be a hit! See the full lineup here.
Tickets go on sale February 11th with a presale beginning February 8th.
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Thursday, February 2, 2012
Of Monsters & Men "Little Talks" Music Video
Of Monsters & Men have finally released their first music video, a partially-animated, dark yet beautiful visual accompaniment to their hit single, "Little Talks". Enjoy the very surreal and beautiful video!
Wednesday, February 1, 2012
Of Monsters And Men Announce Tour
Of Monsters & Men, the Icelandic group behind the irresistible single, "Little Talks," have just announced a North American tour this spring! Their debut album will also be released in the U.S. on April 3rd! We could not be more excited to see what they have in store. Tour dates are after the jump. Ticketing info can be found here.
New Bowerbirds Song: "In The Yard"
Bowerbirds, whose album The Clearing will be released March 6th, have given us another peek onto the disc. "In The Yard," the second track on the album shows more distortion than the North Carolina group is used to, and it makes it all the better. Listen to "Tuck The Darkness In," the first single from the album here. Also, check out their recently announced tour dates below!
Bowerbirds-"In The Yard"
Monday, January 30, 2012
Take Care - Somewhere Safe
After carefully honing their sound, and launching an extremely successful Kickstarter campaign to fund recording, Take Care has finally released their debut album, Somewhere Safe. The Boston-based group, led by brothers Kyle and Dan Joseph, has crafted an album that has kept me coming back and listening again and again. On the album, the brothers find a sound that, while combining many familiar elements, succeeds in forging new ground. Jazzy interludes lead into catchy pop hooks and soaring synths with superb percussion throughout.
While overall a fairly poppy set of songs, each track reminds you not to jump to conclusions too quickly, and keeps you guessing the whole time. A song that reminded me of a happier version of The Strokes, was followed by a track with Bon Iver-like vocal harmonies. The group displays a wide variety of styles, each one better than the last. This album falls perfectly between its influences and something brand new. It ends up showing obvious influence from a broad selection of sounds while maintaining strong originality. It is not very often that a group comes along with a sound that you can truly call new. Take Care is one of those groups. Take a listen and enjoy!
Buy Somewhere Safe on iTunes
Take Care-"Lockjaw"
Take Care-"Orphan"
Friday, January 27, 2012
New Delta Spirit Song - "California"
San Diego-based group Delta Spirit are gearing up to release their third album on March 13th. The upcoming self-titled offering was recorded in an old converted church in Woodstock, NY. To hold you over until the album drops, they have released the first single, "California," an ode to their home state. They are also about to embark on a nation-wide tour with WATERS. Tour dates are below. Enjoy!
Delta Spirit-"California"
Wednesday, January 25, 2012
Alabama Shakes On KEXP
Alabama Shakes, one of the most buzzed about bands of the last year, recently stopped by Seattle radio station KEXP to perform "Hold On," a song that perfectly encapsulates their blend of rock, blues, and soul. Check it out!
Tuesday, January 24, 2012
Shower Hour: Spring Show #1
Last night, Shower Hour returned to kick off the Spring season on WMFO. It was a very laidback night with a whole bunch of great folk tunes. Check it out!
Stream Shower Hour: Spring Show #1
Stream Shower Hour: Spring Show #1
Monday, January 23, 2012
Town Hall Covers Jimmy Eat World
Town Hall, the group behind the wonderfully charming Tour EP we wrote about a few months ago, has released a fantastic video of them covering Jimmy Eat World's "The Middle". Quieting the song down, and bringing their young charm to the pop hit makes it a cover worth hearing. Also, the group has re-released their Tour EP with new recordings of all the songs! The Sticky Notes & Paper Scraps EP is available for free on their bandcamp and is streaming below! Enjoy!
New Andrew Bird - "Eyeoneye"
Andrew Bird has just released the first single off his upcoming album, "Break It Yourself," due out March 6th. The single, "Eyeoneye," has a much fuller sound than most of his previous work and includes his trademark whistling. If you buy a ticket to Bird's upcoming tour, you will get a download code for the upcoming album and two live EPs. Tour dates are after the jump.
Sunday, January 22, 2012
Fleet Foxes and Joanna Newsom on Austin City Limits
Joanna Newsom and Fleet Foxes appeared on last night's episode of "Austin City Limits". Both of the groups ran through a few great tunes and the video is a great snapshot of each artist's live skill. Many of our favorites have appeared on the show, including Arcade Fire and The Head and The Heart. Watch past episodes here.
Saturday, January 21, 2012
Los Campesinos on Letterman
Last night, Welsh group Los Campesinos stopped by The Late Show with David Letterman, to perform the first track off their latest release, Hello Sadness. The track, "By Your Hand," is a catchy pop hit that very well exemplifies the band's sound. Enjoy!
Wednesday, January 18, 2012
New Dr. Dog Video!
Our great friends Dr. Dog have released a second video for the single "That Old Black Hole" off their forthcoming album Be The Void. Try and keep up.
Wednesday, January 11, 2012
Yellow Ostrich Announce New Album
Yellow Ostrich-"Marathon Runner"
Monday, January 9, 2012
Coachella Lineup Announced
The lineup for the 2012 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Fesitval has just been anounced! The Black Keys, Radiohead, and Dr. Dre & Snoop Dogg are the three headliners. The lineup includes dozens of great acts including some of our favorites, M83, Bon Iver, Beirut, Justice, The Shins, Andrew Bird, Manchester Orchestra, Dawes, and The Head and The Heart
The Shins - "Simple Song"
The Shins recently announced that they are working on a new album, entitled Port Of Morrow, that is due out on March 20th. The group has just released the first single off the new album through their mailing list. The track, "Simple Song," is a raucous poppy jam that gives me great hope for the upcoming album. Take a listen and enjoy! The group's current tour dates are after the jump.
The Shins-"Simple Song"
Sunday, January 8, 2012
Of Monsters And Men
Of Monsters And Men-"Little Talks"
Of Monsters And Men-"Six Weeks"
Friday, January 6, 2012
Local Natives: Take Away Show
While this video is not extremely new, I recently rediscovered it and felt like it must be shared. In February, for La Blogotheque, Local Natives performed an incredible, moving version of "Who Knows, Who Cares," off their fantastic debut album, Gorilla Manor. This video gives you a good idea of the live power of their music. Enjoy!
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