Category: Tunes

You Guys Should Check Out Proto Idiot!

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protoI first caught wind of Proto Idiot through the 7 inch Andrew released with Trouble in Mind Records; seems like that release fueled him, with more songs being put up as each month goes by.  For those of you who grew up with punk rock in your veins, I think you’ll really dig the work from this guy.  The songs are pretty simplistic in structure, yet the vocals have  that affected British drawl to it, which makes sense for a guy from the UK.  The tune below comes from Saturday Nights, but do yourself a favor by going back through the whole Proto Idiot catalogue.  I promise you won’t be disappointed.

This Slipped By: Johan Hedberg

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johanI’m not sure how I skipped over this, but this beautiful track from Johan Hedberg has been floating around for about a month.  Even more confusing are the lyrics, which I don’t really understand as they’re mostly in a foreign tongue.  But, what I do know is that the emotional pull of this track supersedes all that.  While the song starts off rather slow and simple, it builds, as all great pop tracks do.  The musical release as the song erupts is so moving, that I couldn’t not post the track; I don’t want you to be without it my friends. It’s available now through Labrador.

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Downlaod: Johan Hedberg – Nackamasterna [MP3]

Permanent Collection Ready New EP

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LL013__permanent_collection_no_void_coverOur friends over at Loglady Records are going to finish out 2013 strong, with a few more excellent releases up their sleeve for September.  One of those releases is coming on September 10th; it’s the new Permanent Collection EP, titled No Void. The track below is one of my favorites, opening up with a barrage of noise before settling into the meat and potatoes of the track.  The guitar has a faint jingle-jangle to it, while the vocals carefully drape themselves atop the track.  It’s going to be a fun listen, so get yourselves ready to pick it up in a few weeks.

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Dreamy Pop from The Halamays

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halamaysYou would think that February Records couldn’t release much more beautiful pop music this year, could they? Wrong! They’ve just put out the Overkill EP by Ohio duo, The Halamays.  On this tune, it opens with a subtle electronic line, which eventually unfolds into the beautiful male/female vocal pairing that makes the group so endearing.  The song continues to plod along in this manner, always enchanting your ears.  I don’t think there’s a better way to start off your work week, and mine, than with this wonderful track.

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Download: The Halamays – Keeping It Together [MP3]

The Cloak Ox Release New Single

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shootthedogI think if you mention the name of Tunde Adebimpe of TVOTR then people are going to immediately get excited.  But, I think that’s probably not entirely fair to the Cloak Ox; their latest single is beautiful on its own, right down to the last detail. The percussive element has tribal roots, although I think the vocals and the rest of the song definitely have hints of Dirty Projectors construction within the walls.  It’s all made up for an interesting sound that should help you take your mind into the weekend.  The band’s debut album, Shoot the Dog, will be out on September 17th via Totally Gross National Product.

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Download: The Cloak Ox – King Rope [MP3]

More New Music From Forest Fire

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forestfireBack in July, I shared an enchanting new single with you called “Waiting in the Night” from up and coming indie pop band Forest Fire.  Today the band has been kind enough to offer up another new single entitled “Alone With the Wires” which can be streamed below.  Similar to the previously shared track, this one is also a bit of a slower/melodic type pop song that will pay off with each and every listen.  Hope you enjoy.

New album Screens will be out on September 10th via Fat Cat Records.

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More New Music from TV Ghost

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TVGHOST2_Greg_The_MayorOver the last few weeks I’ve found myself immersed in the dark album soon to be released by TV Ghost.  They’ve titled the record Disconnect, and In the Red Records will release the album on September 3rd.  I think a lot of people are going to be really impressed, especially if they have the patience to let these tracks unfold.  On the latest single, there’s a stabbing guitar pulse that ends up providing a rhythm for the track, while the cymbals carefully shake in the background.  I think, for me, the most interesting thing about listening to this track is that the band is able to maintain your attention with each track, even though several tunes span over the five-minute mark. Here’s a new one to enjoy.

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Download: TV Ghost – Siren [MP3]

More New Music From Tape Deck Mountain

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Press_Photo.7After the release of a new 7″ in June, Tape Deck Mountain has managed to drum up a lot of positive press all over the interwebs.  Working behind that buzz, new single “Pretend Friends” just made its way to the internet as promotion for a new album.  The song is rad as rad can be.  Those moments in the song where you seem to be lulled into a slower tune and then slapped in the face with some heavily distorted guitars are more than impressive.  Really looking forward to this one.

New album Sway will be out October 1st on Nineteen 98.

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Download: Tape Deck Mountain – Pretend Friends [MP3]

The Dirtbombs Go Bubblegum

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dirtbombsThe Detroit explosion brought on by Jack White and Eminem seemed to have overlooked The Dirtbombs, or maybe the band preferred it that way.  Regardless, they’re back in the fold with a new LP that pays homage to a more polished version of rock n’ roll.  They’ve titled the new album Ooey Gooey Chewy Ka-Blooey, and it’ll see a release by In the Red Records on September 17th.  This track below seems so simple you might overlook it at first, but I suggest you play it three or four times on repeat; you won’t be able to stop playing it after that point.

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Austin Spotlight: New Music from Daniel Francis Doyle

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dfd-t-shirtDaniel Francis Doyle is an Austin musician that deals with the more playful side of pop music.  There’s always been interesting time signatures or non-traditional instruments used in his craft, yet that’s always been carefully wrapped around warm melodies.  Lucky for us all, Daniel has just put up a batch of new tunes; it’s the first I’ve heard from him since 2011.  According to my sources, the music was recorded at The Owl, one of Austin’s best kept secrets, so you never know who popped up to help record.  I like this particular tune for it’s light-hearted guitar stutter, not to mention I’m a fan of his vocal delivery.  There’s 9 new songs, and Daniel’s gracious enough to share them with you all. I’ll keep you posted when we near a release date for these tracks.

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Download: Daniel Francis Doyle – Aging Time [MP3]

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