Month: June 2015

Drifting Pop from Uncle Bobby

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bobUpon pressing play on this new single from Uncle Bobby, I was immediately transferred to a semi-dream state, influenced by the opening moments, accentuated by the sitar in the background.  It’s an interesting tune in that I don’t really think there’s a precise genre that it fits into, though it definitely aligns itself with pop music.  There’s little tinges of psychedelia, but there’s also a bedroom pop aspect that really hits home with me.  It’s the first glimpse of the work of the multi-instrumentalist, who will be releasing a full EP later on this year.

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Delorean Release A Great Track

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DeloreanI owe you all an apology. This track was available as a free download for one day. I missed it. *sniffle* Sorry friends.

BUT, you can still play it all over the place on streaming services and I think this is the best Delorean song since the Ayrton Senna EP. “Bena”, featuring backing vocals from Hanin Zueiter, is the B-Side to “Crystal”; they got them backwards, IMHO. The band has their own label now, called PHLEX, so expect more stuff to hit whenever they feel like it.

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Breezy Number From Sandy’s

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Sandys_photo_Nick_AivesSan Francisco based songwriter Alexi Glickman has long been in the music game, but mostly as a member of critically acclaimed group The Boticellis.  Since the disbanding of that group, Glickman has branched out on his own with a solo project going by the name Sandy’s.  Serving as a preview of his new material is this mesmerizing new single called “Consolidated Identity”.  It’s a lovely and breezy pop tune complete with jangly guitars and quiet vocals best suited for cool afternoons sitting on your front porch.

Sandy’s new Prom EP will drop on July 24th.

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Premiere: Static Daydream Blast New Single

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staticWhy use the term blast, you ask? Please, press play. Immediately, you’ll be hit by a wall of squalling guitars from Static Daydream, echoing loudly in the caverns of your mind.  But, while your ears adjust, listen closely.  Vocals are soft, barely audible.  Then, the pop sensibility that’s been bubbling just beneath the tune’s surface pervades, and the wall of guitar noise is completely removed, making way for an electronic outro that serves as the perfect calming closure to this storm of a song. Saint Marie Records will be releasing the group’s self-titled debut in August; it’s perfect for those of you that love your shoegaze music loud and accessible.

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Rat Columns Announce New EP + Video

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I’ve really enjoyed Rat Columns work since the release of their last album, Leaf.  So, I’m excited that there’s something new coming out from the Australian camp, even though we’re really just getting an elongated version of a previously recorded track.  Still, watching this video, you can see (and hear) exactly why the band is quickly becoming one of the more revered acts around, especially here at the ATH offices. Plus, the flip side of their Fooling Around EP will have 3 new tracks, so you’re bound to hear something tasty.  It’ll get a July 31st via Blackest Ever Black.

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Crystal Cities Deliver Bright Pop

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11050665_583309918439428_6829423534091262687_nAs evidenced by my recent posts, I’m really into simple and bright pop music at the moment so it would make sense that I post this new tune from Sydney based group Crystal Cities.  “Cut Me Loose” is a shiny little pop number full of atmosphere and easy sounds sure to brighten just about anyone’s day.  Enjoy.

You can pick this one up physically on July 10th via A&R Department.  Crystal Cities will be dropping more new material sometime later this year.

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Austin Record Label Flea Market 2015

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Flea MarketFirst, a HUGE thank you Marcus and the Transmission team, as well as all the friends at The Mohawk for their amazing hospitality for making their home our home for a day. Record Nerd Takeover!!!

By conversations I had during the day with patrons and vendors, it seems the Flea Market was a success. We were amazed with the support, despite the fact that we were up against some serious rain storms and potential flooding. It was a team effort and if the labels hadn’t bought into the idea, it would have been DOA. One recurring theme, let’s do it again.

But let’s take a quick look back, relive it if you were there or take a gander if you missed out.

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Throwback Pop From Acting Strange

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10646839_674847442647138_6886423004201071871_nAs we carry on through our week, how about enjoying some throwback, 60s style pop music from Glasgow based Acting Strange?  Yes, “Dreaming Away” is a breezy style of pop music sure to make your head sway as you get into the sounds.  No one will be able to resist.

Stay tuned as we receive more information about this up and coming group.

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Hushed Beauty From Monogold

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monogoldBrooklyn based group Monogold has been know for quite some time as a synth heavy, sort of electronic group full of hooks and dance inducing beats.  As one can immediately hear after pressing play on this new track “Orchard Beach”, the band has clearly taken a fairly drastic left turn with its sonic qualities.  Personally, I’m loving the new subtle, less is more approach to their songwriting.  This single is a much more grown up, mesmerizing, and enchanting approach to things.  Carry on.

Monogold will release Good Heavens on August 21st.

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Just Another Rad White Reaper Tune

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whiteyWe’re less than a month away from the release of White Reaper‘s new record, and as we draw near, they wanted to offer up another song to get its hooks in you.  There’s a heavy-handed chugging guitar chord leading the tune along, but the eruption of the pop hook that serves as the chorus is destined to have people playing this tune all over the place. Looks like the band aim to take the space that seems vacated now that Surfer Blood aren’t as prominent. Arena rock built for small clubs. Look for White Reaper Does it Again via Polyvinyl on July 17th.

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