Day: June 15, 2021

Skirts Share Another Single from Great Big Wild Oak

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Listening through to the latest from Skirts is quite a mind-fuck, but in the best way possible. Bounding piano lines call to mind an old school saloon feel, not to mention the bending guitar lines giving off a forlorn Western tilt. But, Alex Montenegro’s voice has this pure pop sincerity you don’t get to encounter too often; it just feels honest and available, as if you could read Alex’s emotions right through the vocal tones. It’s contrasting, sure, but it’s also cohesive, illustrating the ability of Montenegro to lead us by the reins as we journey through the Skirts musical journey. Great Big Wild Oak is out July 30th via Double Double Whammy.

<a href="https://skirts.bandcamp.com/album/great-big-wild-oak">Great Big Wild Oak by skirts</a>

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Zachman Shares I Just Wanted to Be Well Video

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Today seems like as good a day as any to just push out a bunch of incredible endearing pop rock tunes out into the world, so why not share this new video from Zachman! First, the song’s got tons of Austin love in it, with the footage covering the area near ATX’s Pennybacker Bridge, and being shot/directed by our friend Roger Ho! Still, the song has to offer something too, right? From the galloping drum lines to those ringing guitar jangles, it’s hard to find yourself not captivated by the natural exuberance that pervades this track. Plus, the video carries that spirit with a smiling performance from Johnny Zachman that shines right through the screen; his infectious spirit makes the song all the more endearing for me. You’ll find this track on the band’s forthcoming Lotto EP, but if you need a dose of that joy, stop by and catch the band sharing it live on June 23rd over at the Far Out Lounge.

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Stream Jungheim’s Songs That Piss Men Off

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Ready for your wormhole of great tunes? Well, let me introduce you to Jungheim, a songwriter I only recently heard about when Solidarity Club Records dropped Songs That Piss Men Off; the entirety of the EP is taking songs from the classic tropes of rock n’ roll and stealing them from the cis male perspective, and refashioning them. The five songs in this EP are these lushly arranged ballads, pulling at your emotions with every note; it somehow made me feel like indie rock wasn’t bland again, such is its refreshing presentation. Seriously, if you feel like indie rock got stuck, just spend 20 minutes here. Plus, if you like it, and you like cassettes, you can jump and grab it along with a fine roasted coffee from the label curators at Solidarity Club: Buy HERE. Then go down that hole and fine more from Jungheim to love; I know I did.

<a href="https://jungheim.bandcamp.com/album/songs-that-piss-men-off">Songs That Piss Men Off by Jungheim</a>

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Wet Leg Sign to Domino Records

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Ever come across a song and feel like you’re not cool enough to be enjoying it? Or maybe its just too much fun and you feel like you’re going to drown in the hipness? Well, that’s how I’m feeling about this debut single from UK outfit Wet Leg, who just signed to Domino. The song’s got this driving rhythm to it, fueled by a pummeling drum beat that just has us running at full speed. But, the vocal delivery is definitely on par with that pseudo-spoken word vibe that’s been super popularized of late; it leads to an infectious hit that encompasses the best bits of rock n’ roll, delivering pure unadulterated fun. Pretty sure I’d have no problem being an extra in this video. Looking forward to more!

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