Category: Tunes

Frail Track from Real//Talks

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realtalksThere comes a time when some tracks just hit you, and today, as the cold weather returns, this tune from Queensland’s Real//Talks is perfectly fitting for my daily playlist.  The track doesn’t push forward too quickly, offering a fragile perspective that’s draped across a minimal piece of piano and guitar strumming.  Eventually, the song takes on a life of its own, blossoming into this swelling sound that captures the beauty of pop music. They’ll be releasing a self-titled EP this May, and let’s hope it’s as honest as the tune below.

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SXSW 2014 Interview: Boogarins

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crop_630 (1)Today’s SXSW Interview comes to you via Brazilian band, Boogarins.  While the country is often known for its tropicalia and dance stylings, you’ll get something a little bit different from these lads; they’ve got a composition that compiles varying elements of loops and sounds into a tightly-knit piece of psych-pop for their album As Plantas Que Curam..a must listen in my book. We’re definitely excited to catch these guys, and maybe even talk a little bit of football (South American style); here’s the responses from Benke. Read more

Upbeat Jam from Panama (SXSW act)

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panama-band-e1351074662813It’s always good to head into the weekend with fun jams to keep you bouncing on your toes.  No one wants to be all bummed out while they’re making their way home, so maybe you play this jam from revered Australian act, Panama. Listening to this track you just get the feeling of a smooth little dance floor groove.  Turn it up loud, move your feet, let loose.  It’s the perfect soundtrack to getting ready for a night out on the town.  But, you’ll also be able to grab the band’s Always EP next week via 300 Entertainment. They’ll also be rocking a couple of dates during SXSW, so be sure to check them out!

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New Music from Morning Harvey

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morningharveyMorning Harvey is a five-piece act from Brisbane, Australia, and listening to this track, I think they fit right into the country’s latest musical exports.  You’ll hear a slight nod to the modern blend of psychedelia and shoe gaze, but I also hear evidence of an infatuation with Brit-pop.  There’s even  a soloing piece of guitar work that echoes throughout the end of the track, which is a major throwback, in my opinion, to 90s pop over in London.  Regardless, this new tune is pretty sweet, and hopefully we’ll have more news for you soon about a new release from the band.

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The Mary Onettes Roll Out Another Hit

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the-mary-onettes-Gunnar-BjörlingIt’s really been a joy watching the growth and progression of The Mary Onettes.  Their first entry into the indie mainstream was coated in a sort of wash of atmospherics, but they’ve since cleaned some things up.  But, on this new single you’ll see a nod to their past efforts, though the crystalline approach to the vocal delivery is also apparent here.  It’s the best of both worlds, indicating that the band has finally found the perfect formula.  You can grab their latest release, Portico, next Tuesday via Labrador Records.

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Dig This Gay Single

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gayNo. This single is not gay; it’s an inanimate object, silly.  Gay is the name of the band, who hail from Denmark.  It’s definitely a song with a different feeling than other worldly music goings-on.  For one, the guitar is just this distorted ringing sound, emphasized by the electronic programming that’s used to fill the background.  But, the vocal performance makes this song ridiculously catchy, and that’s precisely the reason I picked it out for you to jam with today. This track is the A-Side to the band’s new 7″, which will have a physical release on March 4th via Zoo Music.

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SXSW 2014 Interview: Coeds

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coedsWith our SXSW interview extravaganza, it’s only fair that we do some coverage of up-and-coming Austin acts who are making a name for themselves, right? Today we’re going to bring you a bit of info on the act Coeds.   They’ve previously popped up on our radar before with some coverage from B. Gray, bu we wanted to go a little further in-depth for their SXSW preparation.  Click on for responses from the band’s Meredith Munoz.

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New Music from Dylan Shearer

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12 Jacket (3mm Spine) [GDOB-30H3-007}I thought Dylan Shearer was a great secret, and after spending a lot of time with his last effort, Porchpuddles, I was happy to keep it that way.  But, like all great things, you can’t keep them to yourself for long, which is great for Dylan.  He’s signed on with Empty Cellar and Castleface to do a joint release for his new album, Garagearray (what’s with the lack of spaces?). Dylan’s one of those artists that I think doesn’t need a lot of discussion about the tracks details and what not.  Once you listen for a few times, you’re hooked. It’ll see a release on April 15th; be prepared to have yourself a new favorite artist.

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