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Coastal Jam from American Photo Club

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When I first heard this, I knew I recognized that guitar sound (it’s U2 right?), but the hook that hid in the chorus is what let me overlook the slight resemblance here.  American Photo Club have just self-released a new self-titled EP, and it’s filled with gems just like this one, catchy and sprawling.  It’s a good way to continue rocking and rolling this week, filling your ears with “woahs” and a spirited chorus that begs you to sing along.  I don’t know what it is about this jam, but if you like what you hear, you can grab the EP for free from the guys.

[audio:https://austintownhall.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/American-Photo-Club-We-Are-All-The-Same.mp3]

Download:American Photo Club – We Are All The Same [MP3]

New Jam from Entertainment

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Sometimes with all the hype makings its way over the waves of the Atlantic, we don’t always get to hear about the hard working bands that deserve some love.  Luckily for you, I’m going to introduce you to Entertainment, a British band that recalls slight hints of Dinosaur Jr., but also more mainstream acts like Oasis.  Perhaps I’m way off on that, and hopefully the band doesn’t take it as a slight, but for me, the melding of those two sounds works perfectly here.  There’s anthemic vocals, but distorted cascading guitars that ring loudly in your earbuds.  Definitely a band worth your time today.

[audio:https://austintownhall.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/01-Me-You.mp3]

Download:Entertainment – Me & You

New Gem from AC Newman

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I’m not going to lie to you; I think AC Newman is perhaps one of the best songwriters around.  Sure, a lot of people agree, especially when you throw him with New Pornographers, but I feel like a lot of people overlook his solo efforts (sadly!).  On October 9th Matador Records will be releasing AC’s 3rd record, Shut Down the Streets, and hopefully you’ll listen to this song below and realize just how awesome his songwriting is.  Personally, his voice alone, with its tiny inflections, gets me every time.  Listen here, and try to argue with the gifts of this dude.

[audio:https://austintownhall.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/a_c_newman_not_talking.mp3]

Download: AC Newman – I’m Not Talking [MP3]

Great Rocker from Best Friends

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I guess I was wrong! I had planned on making it a mellow day for you all, but I can’t resist putting up this track from Sheffield’s Best Friends. The group just did a split for Art Is Hard Records, which unfortunately sold out super fast…I guess that means everyone is as excited by them as I am at the moment.  This tune is a fast paced rocker that just jumps out of your stereo from start to finish.  I can see these guys taking the stage with Terry Malts, pummeling our ears in a furious fashion, giving us instant pop gratification. Ya dig?

[audio:https://austintownhall.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/Art-Is-Hard-Records-Mankind.mp3]

Download:Best Friends – Mankind [MP3]

New Mellow Jam from Mount Eerie

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It looks as though we’re going to wrap up our great week here with the mellower side of things, and I’m perfectly okay with that.  We’re nearing the release of the second Mount Eerie album, from Phil Elverum this year; Ocean Roar is supposed to be contrasted with Clear Moon, which came out early in 2012. When listening here, I feel as if this track is dominated by the percussive element, even though it’s lightly placed in the background.  Phil quietly sings atop it all while a hint of atmospherics moving in and out.  Really, there’s no one making music like Phil.

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New Music from Franz Nicolay

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Franz Nicolay certainly has kept himself busy since leaving The Hold Steady.  Aside from touring with Against Me, he’s been working on new music to create his latest effort, Do The Struggle, which will be out on October 9th.  While I can definitely see a slight edge from touring with some rock n’ roll bands, that’s not what this music is about anymore for Franzy.  He’s crafted some grandiose orchestral pop that will leave you encouraged by what he can accomplish with the proper set-up.  I definitely see some strides to step out on his own, and I’ll praise him for that while waiting for the new release.

[audio:https://austintownhall.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/nicolaydidyourbrokenheart.mp3]

Download:Franz Nicoaly – Did Your Broken Heart Make You Who You Are [MP3]

New Music from Michael Andrews

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Odds are you know Michael Andrews better than you think you do; all I’m going to say is Donnie Darko, and let you do the research.  But, my musical tastes are all over the map today, so I figured I’d give you another gem from a singer/songwriter that I think you’ll enjoy.  Michael’s got a new record titled Spilling A Rainbow, which just came out on Everloving a day or so ago.  At times, his work here reminds me of Elliott Smith, but at other times there’s elements of Badly Drawn Boy…then again, I can see this as the work of some hipster Grateful Dead fan.  Who knows, maybe you’ll dig it.

[audio:https://austintownhall.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/04-Bubbles-In-Space.mp3]

Download:Michael Andrews – Bubbles In Space [MP3]

Great Power Pop from the Barreracudas

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I’ve been jamming out to the Barreracudas for quite some time, having fallen head over heels for Nocturnal Missions, their last LP.  But, this summer they kicked out the jams with a new 7″ for Windian Records, hopefully to pass the time as they record a new full-length.  If you like your guitars shredded fast with a bit of keyboard in the background to propel things in the direction of sugary goodness, then you’ll absolutely love this track.  Oh, and that slight vocal hiccup? Marvelous.  Enjoy this jam and get your hands on the 7″ before they run out!

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New Single from Ethan Gold

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You might have heard of Ethan Gold a bit ago when P4k raved about his latest album, Songs From a Toxic Apartment, but if not, we’ll fill you in a bit. Ethan is an LA songwriter who self-released his entire album, and now he’s aiming to create a bunch of videos to help promote the record.  On his latest single (and video) you can hear that heavy-handed guitar strumming with hints of orchestration quietly working its way from the background.  The best part of this tune is when it ups the ante on the loudness factor around the 2:10, while still maintaining that intimacy that’s made Ethan such a joy to listen to lately.  You can check out the video for the single HERE.

[audio:https://austintownhall.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/sleep.mp3]

Download:Ethan Gold – Why Don’t You Sleep [MP3]

New Jam from Cosmonauts

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The good people at Reverberation Appreciation Society aren’t solely responsible for putting on the Austin Psych Fest; they’re also in the business of putting out great tunes, such as their upcoming 7″ with Cosmonauts that features a track I’m really digging right now. It’s got this fuxxy guitar that chimes in and out throughout the whole song, but the pacing of the track really allows you to get yourself lost in the tune, particularly the way the lyrics are delivered.  There’s four tracks on this 7″, and I promise you that they’re all equally as good as the one you’re jamming to right now!

[audio:https://austintownhall.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/A1-Lazerbeam.mp3]

Download:Cosmonauts – Lazerbeam [MP3]

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