Author: nathan.lankford

Playful Dance Pop from Biscotti

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The blogosphere runs heavy with bands who know the right folks, so I’m always happy when I come across a gem that seems to have gone unfairly noticed. This new track from Biscotti has a propulsive synth groove that hooked me right away, with little no wave guitar chords stabbing in and out of the mix. I think the vocal playfulness is also an attractive feature in this track, moving back and forth between a clever spoken word and a gentle little coo. If you’re looking to dance a little differently, then check out the upcoming record, Instamatic, which is coming your way this week, courtesy of Listen Records.

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New Black Watch Video

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One of the band’s that never seems to stop recording and writing is The Black Watch. I couldn’t even tell you how many albums they have, but in each way, they all have something special to offer listeners. They’ve just offered up this stupendous new tune and video, which features frontman John Andrew Frederick traipsing about in the UK. On this tune, while I love the ring of the guitar, I’m really in love with the chorus. Frederick has great vocal control here, letting his voice melodically smooth out the edges as he hits each note. If you’ve yet to get into the band, then perhaps this is a great place to start, offering visuals and a song that will last in your mind throughout the rest of this week.

Rocker from Aquarian Blood

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All pop and no rock makes me a dull boy, so this Aquarian Blood tune is the best way to wake us all up today. The band is comprised of JB and Laurel Horrell (he of ExCult, she formerly of Nots), and they brandished a pounding bit of discordant punk that you’d expect from the two…fleshed out with some help from their friends. It’s a frenetic pace from the get-go, and only settles down in the final thirty seconds of the tune. You want energy, you want rock? Then check out their Last Nite in Paradise LP on Goner Records on February 10th.

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Premiere: New Video from John Wesley Coleman

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You’re a mere four days away from the release of Microwave Dreams, the newest release from John Wesley Coleman. Having been fortunate enough to listen to the record a few times before it hits the streets, I can honestly say that it holds some of the best songs JWC has written to date (and that’s a whole lotta songs!). The song has a pretty simple message, seemingly a coming of age tune with the acceptance of adulthood. It’s a message further emphasized by the accompanying video, which has Mr. Coleman out on a family adventure here in Austin; the video is endearing, which hints at some of the themes running through the new LP. You can grab that LP from Super Secret Recordsthis Friday!

Enjoying This Track from Lunch Ladies

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There’s a new label in the world, Good Eye Records, and they’ve just announced their next release: the debut LP from Lunch Ladies. I’m really digging on this track, as the vocals have this soaring dream pop quality to them, floating high in your speakers. The rest of the crew do their best to add some crunchy texture to it, especially with that bouncing high-hat work throughout. Just imagine indiepop kids crafting a band while listening to a whole lot of Blondie, and you’re there. Down on Sunset Strip drops on March 10th.

New Music from Cotillon

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A few years ago I was introduced to the music of Cotillon, so I’m happy to see that Jordan Corso’s project is back up and at it with a new LP on the way. The first minute has a pretty solemn tone, with Corso mostly working his vocals atop light musical accompaniment. After that, the emotional darkness still remains, though there’s add percussive elements and slight atmospheric feedback lurking. There’s a slight change in the tone of the voice during what I perceive as the chorus, adding an extra touch that makes me smile. Look for the new LP, The Afternoons come this April via Burger Records.

New Music from Famous Problems

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As of late, I’ve been really getting stuck into broad sweeping pop ballads, and this new track from Famous Problems is doing just the trick today. There’s a little guitar tinkering in the song’s latter half, but that powerful voice keeps me coming back and back again…it’s akin to some of Richard Hawley‘s work, though imagine it stripped way down. This song will appear on an excellent 7″ from WIAIWYA, which is one of the many reliable boutique labels out there…look for it on April 7th.

New Music from Armstrong

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Some of the simplest forms of pop music are the ones that become the most meaningful to us, which is where I’m left after spending some time with this new Armstrong track. It’s part of the new album, which features unearthed recordings and B-Sides, and this listen is making the world just a bit brighter today. You’ll mostly hear the voice of Julian Pitt lightly draped atop strummed guitar and piano play. If you need a great ballad, or just generally looking for something to make you feel good, then go here. The new LP, Fragments and Curiosities is available now from The Beautiful Music.

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New H. Hawkline Tune

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H. Hawkline came into my music listening with his drastically overlooked In the Pink of Condition, but he’s just about wrapped up a new LP recorded out in LA. Here you find him centered around simple percussion and piano, allowing his voice to tantalize the listener; there are a few moments where it almost has a perfect bounce to match the musical accompaniment. Eventually, the song takes on a nostalgic pop note, moving into a moment of playfulness that’s utterly brilliant; it closes with pure ecstasy, so be sure to stay tuned until the end. For now, Heavenly Recordings is just tossing out this teaser track, but be on the look out for the full length later this year.

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Blissful Dream Pop from Electro Group

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Some bands go quiet, but never fade away, like Electro Group, who began work in the mid 90s. They’re readying a brand new LP titled Ranger, and those of you in love with the realm of dream pop will surely find yourselves immersed in its confines. The production throughout allows the band to add an extra layer of sheen to the mix, which really allows the melodic elements to shine. Just behind the vocals is a wall of guitar noise, though I think it pulls back enough to really let Tim Jacobson’s voice soar throughout. Look for the new LPto hit on a limited release next Friday.

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