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New Tunes from Gentleman Jesse and His Men

December 28, 2010 nathan.lankford One comment

When I briefly spoke to Jesse of Gentleman Jesse at his show this year over at Beerland, he said he had a slew of 7″ coming our way. The first came off Douchemaster, while the most recent, You’ve Got the Wrong Man, just came out on Hozac Records. Of course, it’s all leading up to a new GJ&HM release that’s supposed to come out in 2011. His tracks are always short and sweet, full of jangling guitars, rocking that simple power-pop straight at you in under 3 minutes. It’s what made me love punk, and it’s what definitely gets me excited about everything Jesse, and his men, put together. Try out one of the new tracks, and then hit up Hozac so you can get your hands on it.

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Download: Gentleman Jesse – You’ve Got The Wrong Man [MP3]

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New Music from Pete and the Pirates

December 27, 2010 nathan.lankford 2 comments

It’s been two years since Pete and the Pirates released Little Death, so personally, I’ve been waiting for them to hook us up with something new. As a Christmas special, the band have leaked a track from their forthcoming album, which is untitled, yet slated for a May 2011 release. The rhythm in the single, “Winter 1,” definitely has a solid driving beat to it, giving the track a hell of a kick. Vocals sound a touch like the Mystery Jets, which doesn’t bother me by any means. It seems they’ve definitely been honing their chops in the absence, and I can’t wait to hear more of the soaring melodies from the group as we get closer to the release date.

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Download: Pete and the Pirates – Winter 1 [MP3]

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New Tunes from Warm Ghost

December 22, 2010 nathan.lankford Leave a comment

Warm Ghost is yet another Brooklyn band fusing pop hooks with industrial machines. While that may not come as a surprise to people following the NY scene, this band seems to have a different approach. Their vocals definitely don’t carry the typical pop fare, not to mention the coldness of the music itself. Earlier this year the band released their Claws Overhead EP, but they’ll be re-releasing it in early 2011 with four additional songs while they prep their debut full-length. Keep your eyes on the prize folks, as this definitely has some interesting potential.

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Download: Warm Ghost- Open The Wormhole In Your Heart [MP3]

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Free Xmas Album from Banjo or Freakout

December 17, 2010 nathan.lankford Leave a comment

It seems that as the holidays approach, everyone is getting in on the action. Not to be outdone, Banjo or Freakout is offering up not just any Xmas track, but an entire album of Xmas songs. Now, be forewarned, this doesn’t sound anything like traditional Christmas fair, which is precisely why you should check this out, not to mention the fact that its FREE. And, if you haven’t gotten to know Alessio and his band by now, do so, as the work he showcases in his Xmas album is indicative of the great stuff he’s already putting together. Here’s a sample of what you will get if you just go HERE.

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Download: Banjo or Freakout – Frosty the Snowman [MP3]

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New Music from Goldenboy

December 17, 2010 nathan.lankford Leave a comment

California native Shon Sullivan definitely wears his influences on his sleeve, or should we just say wears his home state on his sleeve. His band, which is mainly his work, Goldenboy are releasing their new record, Sleepwalker, on Eenie Meenie Records February 8th. There’s a bit of a harboring spirit, but what follows through the entire album is sort of a ray of light, which is where once can tie in the mention of California, not to mention Shon’s adoration for the late (great) Elliott Smith. One listen to this single and perhaps you’ll fall head over heels for Goldenboy, leading you towards Sleepwalker early next year.

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Download: Goldenboy – Holiday [MP3]

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FTC: Tall Dwarfs

December 16, 2010 nathan.lankford Leave a comment

It’s been some time since we’ve broken out a band for our From the Closet feature, so I figured it was high time to do a little bit of revisiting. It seems like the last few runs were all about emo, so I thought I bring back a thing or two that illustrated the higher brow interests of my musical tastes. Here you go gang: Tall Dwarfs.

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New Tunes from Beach Fossils

December 15, 2010 nathan.lankford Leave a comment

After breaking out a pretty solid debut, Beach Fossils are at it again, ready to release a new EP on Captured Tracks, which is quickly making waves in my book. The collection is titled What a Pleasure, and it adds just another thing to look forward to on February 22nd. You’ll find that the vocals are really up front in the mix, while the guitar just sort of meanders back and forth throughout the song. It’s got a feeling of labelmates (and founder) Blank Dogs, if you removed the fuzziness and distortion. Neither of those things are bad in my book, but that’s just one man’s opinion. I’ll let you make the final call.

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Download: Beach Fossils – Calyer [MP3]

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New Track (and album) from Rural Alberta Advantage

December 14, 2010 nathan.lankford One comment

In case you missed out on the last Rural Alberta Advantage album, Hometowns, you’ll have a chance come March 1st to grab their new one, Departing. The band created quite a buzz with their last effort, so our bet is that this round will be no different than the last. It’s going to be coming out on Paper Bag Records, with a little help from the great kids over at Saddle Creek. The intro really uses the cutting guitar to build some tension, but then the vocals kick in, using the pounding rhythm to really kick up the pace. Just listening to this track makes you appreciate the spirit of the band. Consider me stoked, brah.

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Download: Rural Alberta Advantage – Stamp [MP3]

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New Tunes from Toro y Moi

December 14, 2010 nathan.lankford Leave a comment

It’s not like we haven’t already been keeping our eyes on Toro y Moi, but after catching his set recently at Fun Fun Fun Fest, we’re stoked to hear the entire Underneath the Pine album, coming your way on February 22. If you can’t get into the groove of the bass line on this single, then you better get to the doctor quick like. Of course, Chaz’s voice adds that extra element of smooth cool to the moving song, all things that will definitely leave you wanting more already. I mean, who wouldn’t want to get down with the opposite sex while grooving to this song. Count us in.

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Download: Toro y Moi – Still Sound [MP3]

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