Month: September 2019

Woolworm Announce New LP, Awe

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The opening five seconds of this brand new Woolworm track definitely got me; that drum roll moving into those ringing riffs really set me up. I love how the verse came in and offered up a certain softness, especially when that backing vocal sparingly enters the picture. Moving fast, it quickly jumps towards the chorus, where the notes get downshifted ever-so-slightly, taking on more melody and giving off an even softer mood. They call this “Vancouver blanket rock,” and they’re spot on because I just want to snuggle up next to this song and kick back into Tuesday. Awe will be out on November 8th via Mint Records.

 

Dreamy Pop from Ultim Cavall

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Man, I’m just totally in love with the Spanish pop scene, whether that’s the jangling sort or the dreamy kind, like Ultim Cavall. Sure, listening to a track in a foreign tongue can be a touch challenging, but if that’s the case, just invest in the overall mood of this song. For instance, this number seems sort of downtrodden and sad; it’s the way the notes seem to be tumbling down a hill. Sure, the steady rhythm section is ever-present to push the song along, but the sensation is always one of the more mellow sort. It’s short and sweet, and super special so give it a go. And of course, it’s available from Discos de Kirlian.

Aquarian Blood Share New Tune + ATX Show Tonight at Vegas

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You’d think a band comprised of members of Ex Cult and NOTS (formerly) would have some sort of monstrous presence in a new project. But, that’s exactly why I love Aquarian Blood, and in fact, why I’ve always loved rock n’ roll. This isn’t a banger, or a ripper; it’s a stripped down ballad that’s about as intimate as they come. The vocals are wholly solemn, almost weary from a live well-lived. I guess for me, the band just hit that sweet spot of not-quite folk; you can hear the musical lineage on both sides of the coin, particularly with the great arrangements fleshing out the tune. This tune will be on A Love That Leads to War, the new LP out October 11th via Goner Records.

Plus! If you’re in Austin, you can catch the band with Thigh Master at Hotel Vegas tonight!

Noisy Number from Magic Shoppe

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I just recently heard a track from Magic Shoppe called “Candy Flip,” and it let me down a short wormhole of the band’s work, which I’ve totally been digging today. I really dig this number, as it faintly reminds me of early Black Rebel Motorcycle Club; I think it has something to do with the shadowy echo of the vocals. But, this version has a full on barrage of squalling guitars and thunderous rhythmic bursts that are sure to rattle your speakers. You’ll find this number on the band’s last album, In Parallel, but if you dig it, consider stopping in on the new track too! Got em’ both below, because why not?

Cate le Bon Joins Bradford Cox for Myths Series EP

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I’ll admit, sometimes I’m a bit skeptical of the Mexican Summer Myths Series. They’ve brought together some brilliant artists, though I tend always adore 1/2 the union, and not the other…but not this time. This time its Cate le Bon and Bradford Cox. Really, this feels like a Cate tune with an outro from Bradford, if you’re going with the vocal performance alone. Still, don’t you want to fall in love with music? Cate’s voice has this crystalline quality, floating carefully; there’s this build in tension during the chorus that’s built around this perfect melody…particularly that woodwind instrument lurking (is it an oboe or a clarinet!?). Bradford closes it out with a nice spoken word as the song fades to black. It’s brilliant, as you can tell. Myths 004 will be out on November 1st.

Have Another From Swoll

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I’ve stepped out of my musical comfort zone a bit recently, and I’m glad I did, because I’ve really been enjoying the new music from Matt Dowling and his project known as SWOLL. Today I’m pleased to share with you new single, “Shudder to Think”, as the second preview of the upcoming new album. When compared to the previous, more chill single “Unwound”, this new one hits much harder and would certainly be labeled an electronic pop powerhouse of sound. A little bit hectic at times, but super catchy and full of infectious energy.

SWOLL will release new album UNWOUND on September 27th via Blight Records.

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Alibi Share Parallel Existences

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Not too long ago, I shared a moving tune from Alibi, the new recording project of Mike Naideau…and today we’ve got another one up here for you. This one seems apt for the current time, as there definitely seems to have some striking similarities to D. Johnston. It’s really sparse, relying on the emotional pull of the vocals, with some very careful drum work added to the background and string arrangements built in to further the atmosphere of the tune. If you’re looking for an intimate recording that makes you feel like you’re part of the song, then look no further. Become Your One is out now on Epifo Music.

Sprinters Announce New Album

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Man it’s been a bit over 5 years since I last heard from my musical friend Neil Jarvis. Apparently he’s since ditched his solo career, and now the Manchester based artist is focusing on his new band Sprinters. Having already released a debut LP, the group now has plans to release new album Struck Gold on November 15th via Meritorio Records. Prior to the release, Jarvis just sent over this hot new number called “Ending” to preview the upcoming album. It’s full of jangly guitars with a lovely, washed out yet engaging sound throughout.

 

Comet Gain Share We’re All Fucking Morons

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In my opinion, it’s never a bad thing to start off your Monday with a Comet Gain tune. Here we are revisiting the recently released single “We’re All Fucking Morons” from the band’s forthcoming Fireraisers Forever. It’s a digression from the first single we heard, which was more of a pop song, though this one feels more like the band’s tried-and-true formula. It’s got this matter of fact vocal delivery, with this fuzzy stomp going on just behind; it almost feels like you could see the band playing at some modern psych festival of sorts, particularly with those keys popping their head up to maintain the rhythmic sensation. This band rules. New LP out on October 11th via Tapete Records.

Who Was Watching Share New Single

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I’ve got a long history with pop punk/power-pop, but stoked to find some sweet pop punk licks close to home, just a few hundred or so miles down the road in San Antonio with Who Was Watching. Andrew Elizalde mentions Tony Molina as one of his influences, and that’s fitting as both artists share personal stories and give them vital meaning by providing these huge hooks that stay with the listener long after their quick bursts of pop. I love the nice balance added throughout this tune with the female backing vocal…definitely my kind of harmony. The debut EP from the project drops today!

 

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