New Jam from Outside World

I went checking in on Brain Idea, a band I totally dig, and found that some of the members had begun a new project titled Outside World.  Man, I was surprised at just how great their latest single was; it’s got an old school rock n’ roll sound, filled with infectious hooks and a bit of ramshackle to it. The group’s about to release a new tape for Night People titled Seaside Nowhere, and this song’s going to feature.  If you were once a fan of the Replacements and Superchunk, then this band’s going to find a place in your heart immediately.

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New Music (ish) from Brain Idea

Chicago’s Brain Idea has been bubbling beneath the surface of indie-rock stardom for some time now, but it’s going to be their most recent release on Mexican Summer, the Cosmos Factory EP, that’s going to be winning every one over this year.  It’s a brief little collection, but those of you with nostalgic leanings for all things New Zealand sounding will find your home with this little effort.  There’s that echo blend between atmospherics and bits of melody, and it’s completely winning me over this evening.  I’m sure many of you will find appreciation in the EP, and their back catalog on Permanent Records.

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Download: Brain Idea – Oh I’m Free (Earn Your Card) [MP3]