Month: November 2016

Black Lizard Covers Cats of Transnistria

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soliti5years_cover_bigSoliti Records is one of my favorite labels I’ve been able to befriend through running this site, and the label is celebrating five years as a label by releasing a combination wherein the band’s on the label cover other releases. For me, the highlight, at least from what I’ve heard is this great little cover of “Good Night” by Black Lizard (the original is from Cats of Transnistria). It holds onto the original’s soft beauty, but fills it out with a little more fuzzy distortion…leaving you with good things. The Soliti Five Years: My Brain Hurts A Lot Comp will come out on November 25th.

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More Joyous Pop from Flower Girl

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flowergirlSeems like every week Flower Girl keep unleashing hook-laden rock n’ roll in support of their forthcoming release, and as long as it’s as catchy as this one, I’m going to keep kicking out the jams. This track recalls a lot of early 00s indie rock, only taking from those forebears and making things even more fun. Looks to me like these guys are going to bring us all a whole lot of tunes to put on repeat when Tuck In Your Tie-Dye finally hits the streets at the end of this week via BUFU Records.

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Sound on Sound 2016 Preview: The Do’s and Don’ts

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13557836_290760167940194_5618505617977878544_nIt’s finally here! By this time tomorrow we here at ATH will be headingout to Sherwood Forest, swords and shields in hand, ready to fest. Ever since the lineup was announced for the inaugural Sound on Sound Festival, we have been eagerly awaiting to descend upon Austin’s newest excuse to invite a ton of great bands to our town and enjoy all that these lovely folks have put together for us. To help you out, I put together a little guide to help you fest your best. Read on for my ‘tips’ or else be labeled a KNAVE.

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New Wave Jam From Stereo Off

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stereooff-photo1-denekaStereo Off, a three piece out of Brooklyn, are on their way to releasing their third EP and they’ve just put out the first single from said release. “Sunsetting,” is a blend of new wave and electronic dance music, giving just enough rhythm to make your toes start tapping. The song starts slowly, with a bit of saxophone and synthy pulses echoing through the mix before the sleek vocals kick in and you get a full on groove going. Take a listen below and then get ready for EP III out February 3rd, 2017.

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Mean Jolene Album Release Tonight at Cheer Up Charlies

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albumreleaseWe’ve worked really hard this year on our label, trying to make it as supportive and all encompassing, in regards to what we love about Austin music. Tonight we celebrate 2016 with our final release of the year, the debut album from Mean Jolene. It’s titled Salty, and it’s the perfect slice of fuzzy guitar pop that will endear itself to just about anyone. Plus, our friend Ali Copeland killed the artwork, and it’s about as incredible as you can get, so why not come get one tonight? Doors are at 9, and you don’t need an SoS wristband to get into the show. The rest of the bill has Talkies, Haybaby, The Bond Twins and another ATH band closing out the night, Summer Salt. It’s going to be ridiculously fun, and I hope I see you there!

If you’re not in town and love what you hear, the record is in at the shop!

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Rolling Blackouts Coastal Fever Sign To Sub Pop

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unnamed-5Man, I love it when we’re right. Not to be those snobs, but when a band that we’ve been digging from the start catches a break and signs to a label as big as Sub Pop, it feels right that the band is gaining proper recognition. Such is the case with Melbourne’sRolling Blackouts Coastal Fever, who have just signed to Sub Pop and released another single to add to their myriad of hits. This new single, “Julie’s Place,” comes from their forthcoming EP which is due out next spring, and while it has some polish to it the mix, it still retains that 70s pop vibe that we first fell for. Be sure to turn this one up loud and rejoice with the band.

 

 

Dig on New Aan

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aanThe more I listen to Aan, the more I realize they’re crafting precisely what I’ve been looking for in my music. There are nods to late 90s indie rock, though the production is much improved from that era, not to mention the craftsmanship here is more expansive. I hear a natural stomp to this new tune, just before the group slows things down for a momentary bit of respite, and a closing burst that keeps me coming back for more. They release Dada Distractions via Party Damage Records on November 18th.

 

The Sloppy Heads Craft Timeless Pop Tune

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sloppyheadsSometimes you walk into something looking to avoid the hype and hysteria, but in the case of Sloppy Heads, this new single is quite striking. The guitar almost warbles behind the vocals, and Ariella Stok has this incredible vocal performance that’s hard to pin down. There’s a youthful vibrance to it, yet each note seems to be so casually let go into the world; it’s also carefully punctuated by a male counterpart, so as to further the song’s development. You don’t hear pop music stretched out this way very often, and rarely do you hear it executed so perfectly. Shrimper Records will release Useless Smile on January 20th of next year.

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Fresh New Scooterbabe Track

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scooterbabe-by-krishna-inmula-1I’ve been a big fan of Scooterbabe since I stumbled across the group via an Athens connection. Recently, the band have begun ramping up their activity with the exciting news thattheir debut album, The Sorrow You’ve Been Toting Around, will be out on the November 4th. This new song peels away a bit of the indiepop influences to reveal a little bit of the late 90s Built to Spill and Nada Surf, which are huge moments in my personal listening experience…so of course I’m stoked on it. In a world where it seems like everyone is looking at revisionist music, this is possibly the most enchanting bit I’ve found. Pick up the record from Perfect Attendance and Jigsaw Records.

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Premiere: Minor Moon Release Album

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minormoonAmidst all the hubbub of Halloween week, you’re likely to need a little chill, which is why you want to unwinda little with this delightful track from Minor Moon tune. The core of the song gives the impression of forlorn Americana, but the special touch revolves around the warm hook of the chorus; it offers up a slightly different spin, enabling listeners to digest the careful craftsmanship. As the band looks to fill in more space, they layer the sound with ornate horns; I also like the little keyboard nod to Air, or at least that’s what my ears hear. Celebrate the release of the band’s new single this Friday, and look for What Our Enemies Know, their new album, on Jaunary 20th via Ruination Records.

 

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