New Weirdo-Pop from Alligator Indian

Alligator-Indian-press-photoOccasionally, you’ve just got to mix things up to get yourself outside the confines of mainstream.  I think that’s precisely what the duo of Alligator Indian have accomplished with their blissful, yet oddball, songwriting.  The vocals are carefully draped over electronic beats that seem safer in a haunted house than anywhere else.  There are a few vocal bursts that provide an extra sensation of haunting as they soar high in the mix.  It might be a touch odd, but it’s definitely enjoyable.  You can find more such tracks on the group’s upcoming More Songs About Animals and TV EP, which comes out September 17th via Bleeding Gold Records.

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Download: Alligator Indian – Corpsing [MP3]

Fresh Indie Pop from The Steinbecks

steinbecksAs promised, it’s been a remarkable week for our friends at Matinee Recordings. Already with two new releases under their belt, they return with a new 7″ from the Steinbecks…the band’s first release in six years. It’s a preview of what’s to come when the band release a full-length later in the year.  From the moment this track opens, it’s the vocals that take the focus, with the accompanying music sitting politely in the background.  Lyrically, it’s got the classic touch of great indiepop, referencing personal sentiments throughout.  It’s hard not to fall in love with a song like this playing on your stereo; you can make that happen by heading to Matinee now!

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Download: The Steinbecks – At Arkaroo Rock [MP3]

More New Tunes from Modern Hut

HutPromo1.1I can’t say enough about how much I am enjoying Modern Hut right now. This new track from the songwriter features the voice of Screaming Females frontwoman, Marissa Paternoster, who just happens to be the most bad ass girl in rock n’ roll right now.  The duo have written a song that reminds me of a more serious version of The Moldy Peaches, with the focus on the lyrics here much more serious than something like “Who’s Got the Crack.”  It makes for a special listen, providing more anticipation for Generic Treasure, which hits stores on August 6th via Don Giovanni Records.

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Dark Throwback Pop From Flaamingos

flaamingosWhen you first listen to up and coming L.A. band Flaamingos, you will inevitably make the immediate and all too easy Joy Division comparison that’s slapped on tons of bands now a days.  Don’t get me wrong, I hear those dark bass tones and distant vocals, but these guys are offering more than just an easy comparison.  I hear those all too familiar JD sonic qualities mixed with more poppy bands from the 80s or even more modern groups like Cold Cave.  Regardless of how you want to label them, I’m sure you can find something to enjoy about this new single “Walk A Wire”.  I’m finding something new to like after each replay.

The self-titled debut album from Flaamingos will be available on August 27th via Felte Sounds.

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Download: Flaamingos – Walk A Wire [MP3]

 

Gritty Pop From Gross Relations

300After several spins of this new track “Cut the Final Scene” from Brooklyn based outfit Gross Relations, I’m ready to give it the ATH seal of approval.  It’s a rock pop number with a touch of garage noise in there somewhere that doesn’t seem to let up its intensity until the track culminates after roughly two and a half minutes.  Welcome to fun times.

You can pick up the band’s debut self-titled album on August 20th via Old Flame Records.

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Download: Gross Relations – Cut the Final Scene [MP3]

New Music from Velcro

velcroI feel like it’s been awhile since we’ve heard anything from our friends in Velcro, but I know they’re always keeping busy writing, so I’m happy to share this new track with you.  It’s a down-trodden tone, gently drifting along with heavy toned vocals and light guitar work.  I like the fact that they get the most out of simple structures, creating an alluring emotional appeal.  This track is a teaser for an upcoming compilation that the band is putting together for Osborne Again Music.  We’ll keep you posted on that as more details unfold.

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Download: Velcro – Rise [MP3]

Crunchy Number from Kid Karate

kidkarateIt continues to amaze me what two people can accomplish musically.  It seems like one would be tied down by limitations, but that apparently is not the case with Kid Karate.  The song starts out with pulsing electronics, but then bursts into a louder stomping guitar track ready-built for destruction.  Lyrics explode in a dynamic fashion, adding to the edge created as the song begins to unfold; it ends with this quiet piano outro that adds a nice soft touch to the angst-fueled attitude. You can find this tune on the band’s Lights Out EP, which comes your way next week.

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Download: Kid Karate – Heart [MP3]

New Jangly Pop From MiniBoone

minibooneband-thumb-550x366Seems like it’s been ages since we last heard from New York based pop outfit MiniBoone.  To be exact, it’s been about a year and a half, and that’s just too long to go without their tasty pop music.  Today we’ve picked up news from the band that they are finally ready to release their self-titled debut LP on September 10th via Ernest Jenning Record Company.  To preview the new album, the band is graciously offering up this new number “I Could, I Could” found below.  We dig the incredibly catchy sounds that these guys continue to create.

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New Music From Gems

GEMSGEMS is a band that we’ve taken a liking to over the last year or so and I’m excited to share their new single with you “Sinking Stone”.  You can immediately hear what we love about this band with their dark pop tones and great female vocals providing the driving force throughout.  Me Gusta.

Stay tuned as we wait to hear more from this promising up and coming act.

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Smooth Dance with Barbarossa

barbarosaI’d be remiss if I didn’t post this track, as I’m really warming to the sound of Barbarossa.  On this song, the bass line works just beneath the vocals, providing a groove that gets your feet moving.  However, the track also has this bright pop explosion that bursts forth during the chorus that makes the song more than just a minimal electronic dance number.  You should all be on the lookout for the new record from the London producer on August 6th when Memphis Industries releases Bloodlines.

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