Category: Tunes

Fuzzed Out Rocker from Odonis Odonis

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odonisWarning. You’re going to want to turn down your speakers before you press play on this track.  There’s grinding guitar that bashes you over the ears, while the lyrics, though distant in the mix, maintain an atmosphere of coldness that goes in line with the modus operandi of Odonis Odonis.  This tune will be featured on the group’s up-coming LP, Hard Boiled Soft Boiled, which is said to express some diversity in the band’s songwriting.  Whatever it is, it’ll undoubtedly be loud.  You can grab it on April 15th via Buzz Records, and make sure to check out the video that accompanies this song HERE.

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New Single From Clouder

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artworks-000069765130-xxl1a4-t500x500Brand new upstart Austin label Fleeting Youth Records has been sending me some great tunes recently which should solidify them as a label to watch in 2014.  This new track called “Lost in Reverie” by Brooklyn based Clouder is yet another tune from this growing collective.  I dig the dark pop sound accompanied by the creepy Jim Morrison like vocals.  Stay tuned for more.

Sophomore album, Sister Raygun, is due out on March 4th.

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Download: Clouder – Lost In Reverie [MP3]

Fresh Indiepop Hit from Alpaca Sports

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alpaca_press_albumThe works of Alpaca Sports are not new to the pages of our site, so it seems fitting that we just kick off a Tuesday full of great jams by offering you a listen at a brand new track from the band. This new track has a casual feel, though there’s still that uplifting bounce to it, with the lyrical content comparing the narrator to some guy named Johnny Marr.  You can check out a video of the song right HERE, plus you’ll be happy to know that the band’s preparing their debut, Sealed with a Kiss, for a February 24th release date.  With songs like this coming out left and right, this is my favorite February ever.

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New Music from Chad VanGaalen

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chadvangThe last time we heard from Chad VanGaalen everything was really pretty; the songs he constructed on Diaper Island were well constructed and pristine.  While he’s taking a similar approach on his new effort, there’s a definite difference in the recording itself; it features this static wash that’s layered atop his organized songwriting process.  It leaves you with quite an impression, as the harmonious element is surrounded by a wall of discord, creating an effect that’s rather unsteadying.  I’m sure we’ll get a better look at what he’s trying to accomplish when we get the full listen to Shrink Dust, his latest effort for Sub Pop; it comes out on April 29th.

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Little Bit of Soul from Curtis Harding

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curtisWhat?! Burger Records is releasing a soul record? Yea, that’s what I thought too, but the old school music lover in me is really digging this tune from Curtis Harding. Harding’s got a great voice for the style, but I love the rest of the music in this track.  I miss the sound of a bunch of musicians throwing down like the days of Hitsville USA, throwing in horns and strings to flesh out the sound.  The ride on the high-hat is definitely a highlight on this particular track.  Soul Power will be out on April 22nd for those willing to go back in time.

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New Pop Number from Crayonsmith

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crayonsmithI’m really enjoying this new tune from Crayonsmith, which is now a trio of Irish lads.  This song works on a simple formula, but the vocals of Ciaran Smith really bring the precision of the group’s playing into light.  It’s as if the two components work in conjunction, each highlighting the other in a unique fashion. I love the rolling drums just before the two-minute mark; the angular meandering of the guitar throughout is another touch of grace.  You can grab the band’s latest album, Milk Teeth, now if you know what’s right for you.

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Fear of Men Ready Debut Album

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fearofmenWhen Fear of Men release Early Fragments, it felt more like a full length than an actual EP; it was concise and organized, not to mention enduring in my own personal play list. As they prepare for the release of their debut, Loom, they’re leaking out a track today, which is in essence, two tracks.  The first is a soft interlude of vocals that leads into the more propulsive “Waterfall.”  Already, you can hear the thought given to each detail, especially to the album’s construction. The record will be out on April 22nd via Kanine Records; it’s going to be a must have for everyone.

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New Music from Stone Jack Jones

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stonejackI’m sorry for offering this tune to you on Monday, as it’s definitely not going to make your spirits any higher, but you’ve got to strike while the good songs are hot! Nashville’s Stone Jack Jones has a great way with words, and I like the intricate way the guitar works within this track.  His new album, Ancestor, is meant to tell the narrative of his own life as a descendant of generations of coal miners; you get the impression of the isolation of the culture, yet Jones seems to look upon it with gratitude and acceptance.  The new album  will be out via Western Vinyl on March 18th.

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Austin Spotlight: Captive

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captiveThe other night I was hanging with our boys Grape St, who always put on an excellent show, and they advised me to keep an eye on Captive, their opening act. What I caught was this minimalist dark wave act, that came across like a mix between early Cure and the popper moments of Joy Division. They use sterile drum beats and propulsive bass lines to affect your emotional investment, and the vocals definitely are spot on. There’s not a whole lot of information out there, but with Austin’s music scene rising, these guys are sure to be part of that rise.

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Download: Captive – The Fool [MP3]

ATH Best of January Mix

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januarymix-2014As we wind down the first month of the new year, it’s time to recap some of our favorite tunes that came our way in January.  We like to do that the new school way with a nice little soundcloud playlist to charm your ears.  You can find all the tunes we deemed “best of the best” streaming in the player below.  Did we miss anything?

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