Author: nathan.lankford

Last Week’s Jams (12.5 – 12.9)

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If your one of the seven people that hit up our site regularly (thanks mom!), then you might notice a title change. Nothing big, but just dropped a word because I was tired of pretending to be too clever. I’m not. Alas, we are still out here covering as much music as we have time for, and still trying to figure out how to incorporate the TMZ style drama that makes the cool sites so popular. So, for me, last week had some highlights I was pretty stoked upon; I got to hear solid returns from Lust for Youth and Jackie Mendoza, not to mention another brilliant electropop goodie from Das Kope. We got the announcement of new Julian Never, Galore and Blue Lawyer LPs, which should make everyone in the Bay Area proud. Plus there’s a great show preview/review from J.Wags on Golden Dawn Arkestra, so be sure to check out his work!

Das Kope Shares Pacific Coast Highway

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You’re stuck in your room and dreaming of a long drive down the ocean front, so why not write a track about that stretch of road. In the case of Das Kope, that’s just what was done in regards to new single Pacific Coast Highway. The single continues with the mixture of deep electronica and sunny beach vibes, both likely influencing Das Kope from either his home in Brazil or Los Angeles; the song even takes on a little bit of a catchy tropicalia groove in its latter half before sliding back into the oozy dream state. Oh, and the accompanying video is a chilled out visual experience all to itself, continuing the artistry of the project.

Galore Share Video for New Living + Announce Blush EP

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Generally speaking, Friday’s always seem to carry with them a bit of yearning, and perhaps you’ve found the soundtrack to your yearning below by way of this fresh new single from San Francisco’s Galore. They’ve just announced their Blush EP, with this striking single, with the promise that the five new songs come across with a bit more “arthouse, droney sound” being employed. You can hear that here, as there’s a crisp jangle, albeit one that seems a touch decaffeinated at first. Still, the quartet finds a way to punctuate their sound, punching up the volume a bit at the 1:22 to mark, allowing overlapping vocals and a heavier texture to sort of raise the bar on vibe. Even with that kick, the band still manage to take another twist, keeping that textured feel, but bringing back a sense of longing, only coming from the vocals in the song’s latter half. All of this is set to a wonderful camping adventure shot at Point Reyes National Seashore by the band’s own Ava Rosen. The Blush EP comes your way on Friday the 16th, courtesy of Paisley Shirt Records and Safe Suburban Home. Pre-Order HERE!

H. Hawkline Drops Suppression Street

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It amazes me when people will fawn over certain artists and completely ignore other craftsmen of equal or greater talents, like H. Hawkline. We’ve got a new single from his forthcoming record, Milk for Flowers, illustrating both the blossoming craft in the musicianship, as well as the wordplay that indicates the personal nature of the album itself. I love the line “I paint my face for everyone I meet,” and you begin to wonder if we’ll ever truly get to know the inner workings of songwriter Huw Evans. His longtime collaborator Cate le Bon also has a hand in production on the record, and we’re all the better for it. Milk for Flowers is available March 10th via Heavenly Recordings.

The Slow Summits Share Budge

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Too Good to Be True Records has some solid singles ready to go throughout next year, and our first peak is with the beloved Swedish outfit, the Slow Summits. They offer up a classic indiepop sound, albeit one with their own bits of nuance and flare. You’ve got deep vocal tones, similar to those releases by Cats on Fire that charmed your pants off. Sure, there’s some jangling here, but it’s calmed, not rushing, letting little bits of horns and backing vocals creep in from the background to add the perfect bit of texture to this tune. They always craft these tunes that fit any time of day or year, so right now seems the perfect time for this new single!

Blue Canopy Deliver Bright Spot

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Considering it is unseasonably warm here in Texas, though quite nice, I’m still looking for some sunny day pop to squeeze into my daily playlist, like this new Blue Canopy. This project is helmed by Alex Schiff up in Portland, who was one of the songwriters for Modern Rivals. Guitars twist and churn at the get go, waiting for the percussive element to slide its way into the picture; it creates this natural bob of the head, bouncing with the snappy drum hits. Schiff’s vocals have this wistfulness to them, adding to the dreamy textures applied throughout the track, intermingling with the jangly bounce. Fun way to start out a Thursday, no?

Jackie Mendoza Announces Galaxia de Emociones

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When Jackie Mendoza dropped her LuvHZ EP, folks were clamoring for her, and we too, were fortunate to get Jackie on a SXSW show at that time. Today, we finally get that long awaited long-player, titled Galaxia de Emociones. Personally, I love how Jackie seems to balance the pop stylings of Latinx pop-stars of the moment, while still building in crafty samples and beats; it’s almost like its built for those dark corners of late night dance clubs. That thick beat has me salivating at what’s in store when this LP drops next Spring via ZZK Records, so turn it up and let that beat drop!

The Tubs Share Dead Meat Single

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As if the Tubs hadn’t made a statement with their debut EP, it looks like their new album for Trouble in Mind is going to take their sound to the next level. Today’s new single is this quick gasoline fueled punch, or so it might seem at first. When the song first spits out of your speakers, the tune rushes in, offering a sort of matter of fact lecture via the vocal delivery. But, while the guitars ring with a coated jangle, a new vocal decides to bring in a more concrete melody, accented by this little guitar noodling in this crystalline manner. A nice new jam for your Wednesday; Dead Meat will be out on January 27th.

Julian Never Delivers New Single + Preps Pious Fiction

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After a tasty little 7″, it looks like we’re finally getting a full length from Julian Elorduy’s project Julian Never. Quick stick hits let the song rush right in with this feathered voice, providing a softened light jangle not too far off from what you’d get from a Reds Pinks and Purples track. Pushing forward, textures build behind the vocals and the sound takes on a bit more bulk, feeling a little it more weight before Julian turns back towards the snapping snare hits and calmed vocal; I love how there’s this contrast between the soothing voice and everything working behind the scenes, like a ray of sun shining through a dense fog. Mt. St. Mtn. will release Pious Fiction on January 13th.

Doom Flower Share Candle Habit

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The new album from Doom Flower is on the horizon, and I feel like I’ve perhaps been sleeping a bit on it, but that’s changing today! Their new single is the perfect little pop piece to sample as you, too, look towards the release of Limestone Ritual. Circumstances forced the band to change directions slightly in the recording process, which while frustrating seems to have built this beautiful bit of trip-pop. That’s right, they’re toying with textures and break beats to create this melancholic pop brand, punctuated by the crisp vocal delivery from Jess Price. Working within the confines appears to be paying off huge dividends, as the LP feels like a very special listen. You can hear all of Limestone Ritual in January courtesy of Record Label.

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