Category: Tunes

Dead Gaze Returns w/ Another Album

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deadgazeJust a few weeks back, Dead Gaze released some early recordings that he compiled together; I enjoyed those all for the most part.  But, now things are coming quick for Cole Furlow’s project, with another new album, Brain Holiday, slated for release by Fat Cat on October 22nd.  This new single definitely shows the pop sensibility shining through, despite a bit of fuzz added atop the vocals.  There’s a melody that runs central, emphasized by the vocals throughout, getting me rather excited for more tunes from DG. The band will also be coming to Austin on September 13 with Dent May, but I’ll remind you of that in a few weeks.

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We Love Obits…and Their New Single

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ObitsI’ve actually grown to appreciate  Obits as their own entity; I used to love them based solely on their earlier bands.  On this new song, the second single from their upcoming album, they’re, surprisingly, not going on full blast.  There’s still that rawness, which admittedly can be attributed to the vocals, but the warmth of the guitar towards the end of the track really finds the band going in different directions.  Bed Bugs is the title of the new album, and it’s being released by Sub Pop on September 10th; are you ready to rock?

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Download: Obits – Spun Out [MP3]

Shimmering Pop from Joanna Gruesome

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joannagruesomeThe kids in Joanna Gruesome are already having a great year; they should be happy to find a home on such an incredible label like Slumberland Records.  That being said, the more I hear from the band, the more likely it seems that it’ll be a banner year for the group.  Sure, you can see similarities to label mates Pains of Being Pure at Heart, but they do it with their own sense of reckless abandon and added flare.  While the song trots along, you’re not ready for the noisy outro that takes place just beyond the two minute mark.  Like every band, they make nods to their heroes, but in doing so, they also make it entirely their own; I applaud them for that.  Their album Weird Sister will be out on September 10th.

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Graceful Pop from The Black Watch

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blackwatchGotta give a shout out to my friend over at IPSML for pointing me in the direction of one of California’s longest working (and greatest) bands, The Black Watch.  I like the band’s ability to construct songs that dwell in varying genres, much like the work on their albums.  On this tune I can hear classic pop sounds, yet there’s that ringing in the way the guitar lines are struck that reminds me of The Wedding Present.  I even chuckle when the “hey” jumps out from the background.  Their new record is titled The End of When and will be released by Pop Culture Press Records within the next month.

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Download: The Black Watch – Meg [MP3]

New Track from Boogarins

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boogarinsA short while ago we wrote about Brazilian act Boogarins, and it’s time that we return with another track from the band.  It’s really hard to decide where to group these lads, genre-wise, which is perhaps great in its own spectrum.  I hear bits of oddity like you’d find on a Flaming Lips LP, but also toucuhes of collage/instrumental artists such as The Go! Team and Ratatat.  All these signs, and the pop sensibility of the vocals point to good things from the band when their debut record, As Plantas Que Curam, comes out on October 1st via Other Music Recordings.  Let this tune blow your mind.

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More New Tunes from Of Montreal

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ofmontrealI’ve been a bit reluctant to really jump back on board with Of Montreal, though I never truly stepped off the train.  In a sense, they’ve taken some creative moves that I’ve not always been on bored with, that is until their last two singles.  The latest seems to have completely stripped all the electronic elements out of the group’s sound, leaving us with Kevin Barnes’ penchant for traditional hooks. It might not be a return to form, if there ever really was one, but it’s definitely got me more excited than I’ve been to hear the full LP.  It’s titled LOUSY WITH SYLVIANBRIAR, and it’ll be released by Polyvinyl on October 8th. Pretty stoked!

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Even More New Music From Night Panther

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nightpantherI’ve been following Night Panther for the last year or so, rather enjoyed their sets during SXSW, and have kept in touch with the band ever since.  So as I promised to keep you folks tuned in to news from the band, I’m happy to let you know that the band have finally released their stunning debut self-titled LP recently and it can be purchased on iTunes right now.  In celebration of the new release, the band are releasing a brand new single from the album entitled “Delta” via 7″ vinyl (pre-order here).  We of course have that new tune streaming for you below and I think you’ll rather enjoy it.  I doubt that I’ve heard such a catchy synth pop laden tune in quite some time.  Can’t stop listening.

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Dream Pop from Oceania

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oceaniaThursday’s are weird.  They’re like a weekend tease; it’s not Friday yet, but you also might have just celebrated Hump Day, leaving you in a lull.  Lucky for you I’ve got the perfect track to let you just drift lazily through the day. Oceania is the project of Nick Kostylew, and he’s warranted praise from previous releases, though I think this new one will garner more of such accolades.  There’s this atmospheric pop theme throughout, yet beneath it lays a throbbing synth beat; it adds this dreamy feeling where you’re not quite awake, yet you’re completely aware of your surroundings.  Be on the look out for Eyes of Glass EP, which comes out near the end of the summer.

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PYAITK: Keep Shelly In Athens

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Since Nathan is playing catch up, I may as well post a song I like, but didn’t share. Sharing is caring so…

Keep Shelly In Athens sent a track to the world, a track called “Oostende”. It is a single from the forthcoming LP At Home via Cascine out 9/17. It’s a pretty atmospheric number, as you’d expect, somber but inspiring. The lofty vocals and wonderful synth hook trade the lead role, one picks up as the other lets off. Check it.

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Rowdy Rock From Meat Market

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carblackandwhiteblownout_zps9c3dc211Interested in some loud and rowdy rock n roll music to improve your hump day?  Well Oakland based punk rockers Meat Market are here to satiate your desires.  This new track “Too Tired” will appear on a 7″ of same name and is due out physically on September 3rd via Suicide Squeeze Records.  I’ll hold off on telling you anything else about the song, as it won’t take much of your time, and you’re sure to enjoy.  Dig it.

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