Month: September 2012

Introducing: Wild Smiles

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Hooray for new finds coming through our contact form!  Today my new band smell comes from my new friend Chris Peden, otherwise known as Wild Smiles.  Chris just sent over a link to his new EP which can be streamed over on his website.  Apparently it was recorded completely at home, yet managed to come out sounding like an above average self-produced EP.  The sound has this hazy feel to it that makes me want to jump in a pool somewhere before summer ends.  Oh it’s over?  Well, this tune “Tangled Hair” will make you think it’s the middle of July and perfect outdoor rockin’ weather.

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Download: Wild Smiles – Tangled Hair [MP3]

Show Preview: Mac Demarco @ Mohawk (9/21)

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Date 9/21/12
Location Mohawk
Doors 9pm
Tickets $8 @ Frontgate

A couple bits of news for new favorite artist Mac Demarco.  First up, he’s stopping into town on Friday night for a show on the inside stage at Mohawk in Austin.  He’ll be supported on that show by Gabe Hascall.  Second, a new single entitled “” was just made available as a free download and is floating around the web.  Don’t forget that new album 2 will be available on October 16th via Captured Tracks.

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Download: Mac Demarco – Freaking Out The Neighborhood [MP3]

New Tunes from The Cairo Gang

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When I first played this track, I thought the brief opening guitar line sounded in the vein of the majority of folk-influenced tunes that come my way, but then the vocals came in to play.  It’s clear after one listen that main man, Emmett Kelly, has an otherworldly voice.  At times, it’s quite gentle, yet it has an operatic pitch that differentiates it from other similar acts.  And this is what you can expect when you listen to the Cairo Gang, who will be releasing their new record The Corner Man on Empty Cellar Records on October 23rd.  I can rest easy knowing you’ll all be as obsessed as I am with this track by end of day tomorrow.

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Download: The Cairo Gang – Now You Are One Of Us [MP3]

New Dance Pop From Clubfeet

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Here’s a little sunny pop number called “Heartbreak” coming your way from dance group Clubfeet.  It seems odd that we haven’t posted about the band before seeing as how they’ve definitely made it onto some ATH dance party playlists.  I guess it’s never too late to give a band their due.  This streaming track will appear on the band’s new album Heirs & Graces due out January 22nd on Plant Music/Illusive.

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New Catchy Surf Pop from Stella Ella Ola

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I figured it was hump day, so we all needed a nice peppy pick me up right?  I’ve got just the tune, and it’s a surf rock gem that definitely has the ability to get you tapping the toes and humming at your desk.  Stella Ella Ola is a four piece from Toronto who have just released their Stella Ella Ola 2 EP, and it’s a quick three-song affair just to get you acquainted with the band–currently it’s free right HERE.  Those of you that find this sort of thing right up your alley better hop on this train now; you can thank me later.

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Download:Stella Ella Ola – Pressure Points [MP3]

Introducing Triple Hex

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Those of you looking for a dark ballroom crooner are really going to have your fancies met when you listen to this track by Triple Hex.  The Brooklyn trio are garnering lots of praise for their brooding post-rock, which sort of sounds like Danzig singing with his favorite bunch of lo-fi friends in the back of some dive bar.  As of now, there’s not a whole lot else to really go on, though the word is that the band is working on an EP to come out in the very near future.  They’ll be playing some CMJ shows, and I have a feeling that they’re going to come out with a whole new set of fans.  See if you’re hip enough to dig.

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Download:Triple Hex – Winter [MP3]

Show Preview: Walkmen/Beach House @ Stubbs (9/20)

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Date 9/20/12
Location Stubbs
Doors 6pm
Tickets SOLD OUT!!

Do I really need to say anything about this show?  I don’t think so.  If you don’t have tickets, try to find some on craigslist kids.  This show is sure to be one of the most anticipated in town of the year.  Both of these bands are some of the few that can actually deliver what they record into the live setting.  Opening support is provided by Dustin Wong.  Oh and make sure you note the early door times so you don’t miss anything.

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Download: Beach House – Myth [MP3]

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Download: The Walkmen – Stranded [MP3]

More New Music From Post War Years

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I was a huge fan of “Glass House” from little known UK band Post War Years when I posted it a few months back.  I’d even say it might just sneak it’s way into my end of the year songs list.  Now I can’t say that this song “The Bell” is as catchy as that tune, but it should at least help build your fandom of the group.  It’s a bit more of a driving electro-pop tune that makes me want to go running outside somewhere.

This new song is part of a single release for the group coming your way on October 29th via Chess Club Records.  That one will feature this song obviously, along with some remixes and other goodies.

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Gone Fishing For Choy Lin

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I want some waders. No idea why.

Fishing has a new 7″ featuring the track below, “Choy Lin”, with the B-side “White Sheet Beach”. This track’s smooth electronic bliss is said to be influenced by the duo’s home base of The Blue Mountains, according to the 7″ announcement. Seems like a beautiful place so it couldn’t hurt.

Preorder for the 7″ lives here.

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Show Preview: Eternal Summers @ Mohawk (9/20)

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Date Thursday, September 20th
Location Mohawk
Doors 9 PM
Tickets $8 from Mohawk

As if Thursday night couldn’t get any crazier for us folks here in Austin, here’s another show that should be on your radar if you’re not planning on attending the gig we’re sponsoring over at Red 7. Eternal Summers come to town fresh off the release of their latest, Correct Behavior, which is brimming with post-punk hooks and sing-a-long melodies.  Their show is definitely going to be a bouncing good time, especially since they’re joined by Bleeding Rainbow, who are just about to release their own album, Yeah Right, in early 2013.  Oh, and with local favorites Rayon Beach opening, you’re sure to get your money’s worth.

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Download:Eternal Summers – You Kill[MP3]

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