New Music from In Tall Buildings

tallestbuiltIf you’re looking to make your 2015 interesting, musically speaking, then I’m imploring you to take a listen to this new track from In Tall Buildings, then schedule picking up Driver, the new LP, on its release. This latest single shows the craftsmanship in the songwriting, creating these intricate little layers that serve as prime ear candy. The breath-y quality of the vocals also adds an interesting touch; it’s one of the many reasons I think you’ll find yourself peeling back layer after layer when you get a chance to get your hands on the full length; Western Vinyl is putting it out on February 17th.

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Watch This Moon Duo Video

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Skateboard fans get excited because this Moon Duo video for the track, “Animal,” features Richie Jackson, of legendary skateboard fame doing rad tricks on various items all while walking to the beat of this jam. Now, we already brought you this song a little while ago, but in case you missed it, it’s the first single off Moon Duo‘s new album, Shadow Of The Sun, that’s slated to come out on March 3rd. They’ve also announced that they’re embarking on a North American/European tour and while there’s no Austin spot on there, check and see if they’re playing in your neck of the woods.

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Let The Sunshine In With Avid Dancer

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Not much is known about Avid Dancer besides the fact that the man behind the moniker is Jacob Dillan Summers and he’s great at making songs that will have you smiling from ear to ear. Oh you doubt me? Well, go ahead and press play on the little Soundcloud player and feel like you’ve been transported amongst the clouds. It starts out with some acoustic guitar and the delicate vocals that float gently, yet confidently about the rest of the song. Keep listening and you’ll get to my favorite part, where the track really comes together and picks up to a breezy close. Now, get excited because this song is the first single on 1st Bath, the new LP coming out April 14th, so go preorder.  Really, it’s impossible to feel down after you’ve listened to “All Your Words Are Gone,” so share it with a loved one or just let it play on repeat all day long.

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This Nic Hessler Tune is Pretty

nohomoThere’s this really soft quality to Nic Hessler.  There’s twinkling guitars walking back and forth, meeting up with Hessler’s distinct voice.  But, it’s also a pretty awesome power ballad.  Despite the song’s ability to sound flowery, it’s got these little touches to it that make the tune seem like it could be a great stomper live: cascading guitars, solos, banging drum parts.  I love when a band can bring something totally different to the live stage, so I’m excited to see what comes from Nic when his debut album, Soft Connections is released. Look for it on March 17th via Captured Tracks.

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Ski Lodge Return to Smooth Out the Edges

skierIt’s been a bit since we’ve heard from Ski Lodge, and I’m glad to see the band’s return…I loved Big Heart.  While their first effort seemed to hold tight to the realm of indiepop, they look to go with a smoother, larger pop sound behind the efforts of main songwriter, Andrew Marr.  You’ll still hear huge harmonies and melodies bursting forth, though in a different fashion…those touches have been polished to sound more like a band working in a hi-fi studio. The “Trust” 7″ will be available for pop fans on February 23rd.

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Dutch Uncles Offer Quirky Dance Pop

doubledutchSeems like Hot Chip‘s been rather quiet, so the next big thing for those that like nerdy dance music has to be Dutch Uncles.  They use some of the same touches, offering a main vocalist grooving over the top of gang vocals; it’s playful, which matches the musical approach of the group.  But, like my favorite dance music, I like the fact that there’s a prominent instrument featured here; you can hear the guitar knifing it’s way through the entirety of the track.  This tune will appear on the band’s new album, O Shudder, which will be added to an already packed February 24th via Memphis Industries.

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Another Tune from The Black Ryder

unnamed (1)I’ve hit up the Black Ryder before, but today’s the day where I really hope you fall in love with the band. My favorite part of this song is the restraint shown in the carefully crafted atmospherics that back the tune; you could easily turn things up volume wise and make the track twice (or three times) as noisy.  But, in holding back, they provided the perfect space for the gentle coo of Aimee Nash, who maintains this incredible softness within.  It allows for the song to really reach the next level.  They’ll release The Door Behind the Door on February 24th via the Anti-Machine Machine.

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Get Ready For Oscar

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Every once and a while you come across a track from some under the radar artist that you just know is going to explode shortly. Such is the case with London’s Oscar and this track below. Now, Oscar’s already put out an EP, but this new track “Daffodil Days” is simply great and really worth your attention. The song springs into action right away with the dulcet vocals a-la The Magnetic Fields and the power pop guitars just going to town. The dark vocals and the guitars combine to give you a solid pop song that oddly enough sounds fairly springy in its nature– hear for yourself. Oscar just signed to Wichita Recordings so expect big things.

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Did You Buy the New Milk Dick Cassette?

dickmilkYesterday was new release day, and before the hellacious Tuesday of next week, things were slim-pickings.  So, if you’re a nerdy record store regular (I hope you are), you should have picked up this new cassette from Milk Dick.  They’re standout track on the release begins as sort of a folk song: gentle strum and vocals.  But, then they get sloppy fun, offering good times in a fashion that seems to blend modern rock tropes with Violent Femmes.  It’s a blast, so I hope you either grabbed it already, or pick it up from Infinity Cat.

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