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Show Preview: Chelsea Wolfe @ Mohawk (9/6)

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Date 9/6/13
Location Mohawk
Doors 8pm
Tickets $13 @ Mohawk

Tons of shows are going down in Austin this weekend, but we highly recommend you keep the Chelsea Wolfe show going down at Mohawk on your list of things to do.  I’ve always been a fan of Chelsea and her music so this should be a great show.  Opening support is provided by Dallas’ own True Widow.

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Light Pop from The Proper Ornaments

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properornamentsI think I’ve finally found the group that can replace the Lucksmiths in my category for favorite easy listening act: The Proper Ornaments.  There’s an airy quality that captures my soul, yet I’m still intrigued by the quiet swell of praise the band is getting beneath the radar.  The song below magically appeared in my inbox labeled as “Anthology,” and it appears on the group’s upcoming release Waiting for the Summer on Lo Recordings…you can hear the whole LP at the label’s page.   But, checking in, the band are recording a video for another single that’s not on that release, yet came with my email, so I’m streaming that one; it’s called “Imagination.”  Here’s the two tracks. And the story probably doesn’t matter as much as the great tunes.

[audio:https://austintownhall.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/13-Nervous-Breakdown.mp3] [audio:https://austintownhall.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/10-Imagination.mp3]

Download: The Proper Ornaments – Nervous Breakdown [MP3]

Rockin Out with Mean Creek

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meancreekNothing like finding something to perk you up a little bit, which is exactly what will happen when you press play on this new Mean Creek track.  They’ve just announced that they’ll be releasing their new album, Local Losers, with our friend over at Old Flame Records. In just over 2 minutes you get the brash attitude of a band pumping out pummeling rock hits, of the likable sort.  The Massachusetts act might push forward with sharp guitar chords and rolling drum lines, but I like the softer moment in the track, letting us in on the group’s blend of rock and pop.  You can look forward to the album’s release in January, but for now, you’ll have to settle with this sweet tune.

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Download: Mean Creek – Cool Town [MP3]

Stream the Willis Earl Beal Album at NPR

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ACL approaches. With anticipation comes reflection. One of the most spell-bindingly pure moments for my 2012 festival was checking out Willis Earl Beal near sunset at the fest’s smallest stage. A reel to reel, a cape, some sunglasses, mannequins as backup singers, a microphone and a beer – it was emotion on stage.

Willis has an amazing story; military, hospital, homeless, street artist. Sample this live recording before heading to NPR to check out the album.

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Beautiful Pop from The Young Sinclairs

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youngI first caught wind of the Young Sinclairs reading the Big Takeover magazine, and throughout that time, I’ve seen several other people I respect have plenty of things to say about the Roanoke, VA group.  They just released the You Know Where to Find Me EP, and the lead single is just absolutely prefect; it brims with beautiful melody and spot-on harmonies.  The sound of the guitar is crisp, even meandering a bit into classic R&B picking from time to time.  If you’re looking for something to carry you to a better place, then you might have found the right track today!

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Download: The Young Sinclairs – You Know Where To Find Me  [MP3]

Show Preview: Scout Niblett @ Mohawk (9.3)

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Date Tuesday, September 3rd
Location Mohawk
Doors 9:00 PM
Tickets $8 from Transmission


After the excellent release of It’s Up to Emma, Scout Niblett‘s show at the Mohawk on Tuesday evening is going to be something really special.  The album received tons of praise from the heavy-hitters, demonstrating that Scout’s had a great return to form.  You’d be remiss if you completely ignored the songtress as she rolls into town this week. You can listen to her cover of “No Scrubs” below, just to sample her voice and style.  Also joining the show will be Some Say Leland and The Cocker Spaniels.  Cheap price, great bands and Mohawk pretty much make it a three for three hit!

[audio:https://austintownhall.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/1-07-No-Scrubs.mp3]

Download: Scout Niblett – No Scrubs [MP3]

Quick Track from Furrow

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furrowFurrow is the latest band to join up with Bleeding Gold Records, and while their first big single might be rather short, time-wise, it’s definitely got me looking their way.  It comes out quick, with a distorted guitar that bounces and vibrates, while the vocals echo into the foreground.  Their first release is a limited cassette, which appears to already have sold out, due to the fact that this song is just so rad.  The cassette was titled A Field, and it’s so catchy, that I’ve been going back and playing this track over and over all day long.  It’s fun stuff, so you’ll enjoy.

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Heavy Tune from Constant Mongrel

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constantI feel like I’ve been taking it easy on you this week, giving you mostly soft hits to soothe the soul.  But, I wanted to wrap up Friday with a heavy-hand, giving you some post punk from Melbourne’s Constant Mongrel.  Originally the group was set up as a duo, but have expanded to accommodate their live set…and possibly their recorded material.  This tune comes from the group’s Heavy Breathing LP, which is being released by RIP Society, who I consider a reliable choice for the darker side of my musical collection. When the discordant noise starts ringing at the end of this track, I consider it a hit; hope you feel the same.

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I’m Enjoying Elvis Depressedly

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elvisdepressedlyPlease pay attention to the punctuation here, I’m listening and enjoying Elvis Depressedly. Not, as it might be misconstrued listening to Elvis, Depressedly.  The South Carolina group is another project from Mat Cothran, the man behind this year’s beautiful Coma Cinema release.  This project is more of a full group, though the construction is still fairly minimal. Earlier this year the group put out Holo Pleasures 7″ EP, which is just now making it’s way into my hands.  I’m pretty sure Cothran’s voice can do me no wrong at this point. You should rush out and donate to the cause, picking up the group’s EP…it’s currently at the name your own price special.

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Download: Elvis Depressedly – Pepsi/Coke Suicide [MP3]

 

Rose Melberg Is In a Lot of Really Good Bands…like Imaginary Pants

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imaginaryRose Melberg is in a lot of really good bands folks.  One that I’ve taken a particularly liking to has been Imaginary Pants, who released a 7″ earlier this summer, unbeknownst to me.  But, I’m on it now! It’s hard to follow that lady’s prolific writing! But, the group has offered up their new Imaginary Pants 7″ for free download, though I suggest you support the cause and pick it up from Rok Lok Records. Of course, I’m going to stick with my theme for today by posting the slower song, though there’s a more upbeat track on the flip-side.  Sure, I’m late on this, but how can I not write about great pop tracks?

[audio:https://austintownhall.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/Imaginary-Pants-Imaginary-Pants-7-01-Channels.mp3]

Download: Imaginary Pants – Channels [MP3]

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