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Austin Spotlight: Simple Circuit Release New Album

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simplecircutiThose following the undercurrent of the Austin scene have surely heard of Simple Circuit; they’ve released a few 7 inches to rave reviews.  Good news comes today that the band has released their debut, self-titled, LP…and after listening to it all day long, it’s exactly what I expected.  The whole record is brimming with energetic songs with excellent guitar work and steady drumming; you’ll want to have your speakers up  loud for the duration.  There’s even a few mellower tracks to keep the LP catchy for everyday listening.  Right now the band is offering it up for the NYP, but I highly suggest you donate, as these guys (and this record) deserve it!

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Download: Simple Circuit – Sattrash [MP3]

More New Music from Bushwalking

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BWPhotoMEDLess than a month ago we hit you with the beautiful, yet darkened, pop of Bushwalking.  They’re back again, this time with a more emphatic punch to their art-rock sound.  The guitar playing on here really excites me, occasionally going out of tune.  I love the way they seemingly work against the vocals, yet all tie in together nicely.  It’s still has this gritty edge to it, though this song might be a tad bit more accessible.  It doesn’t really matter in the end, as the group are racking up enthusiasm for their new record, including the kids here at ATH.  You can pick up their album No Enter on September 6th courtesy the hard-working (and lovely) guys of Chapter Music.

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New Single from Yawn

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yawnWhile working on their follow up to the much-lauded Open Season, Yawn have opted to release this great new track; this may or may not appear on the group’s next album. That doesn’t even matter, as this track seems perfectly fitting for closing out the summer months.  It’s got this light shimmer to it, playfully bouncing along, while extra layers are orchestrated in the background.  While the song tends to build, the band pulls back on the reins just a tad, only to skip all the way to the end.  If this song doesn’t lift your spirits, then I’ve got nothing for you.  Such a hit.

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Energetic Jam from Pagiins

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PagiinsSmall4.182757I immediately like the way this song kicks off, with a guitar line that’s soon joined by percussion and vocals.  It’s a jump-start from the get go, allowing listeners to immerse themselves in the energetic blend of garage and psych genres.  It seems that Pagiins (yea, they did that) are intent about just giving us no frills rock n’ roll, though we might hear a few things mixed up when they release two EPs on October 8th.  The Arkansas based band will release Good Things Take Time and Bad Things Dont EPs, with two similar themes, though the styles are rumored to show the two faces of the act.  You can pick it up from 20 Sided Records in October.

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Download: Pagiins – Open Up Your Mind [MP3]

Austin Spotlight: Mini Dresses

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minidressesLate last year I posted a tune from the first 7″ by Austin dream poppers Mini Dresses (released on Manic Pop).  Just last week they dropped a brand new two song EP, aptly titled Two.  While it might only be two tunes, it’s just the sound I’ve been looking for lately.  It’s got this bubbling guitar/bass line that works excellently throughout, occasionally jangling off.  Female vocals float cooly throughout the tune, though in an airy sense as opposed to some sort of haunting dreamscape.  This is definitely a band we should all keep our eyes on in the near future.

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Download:  Mini Dresses – Everywhere I Go [MP3]

 

Lanterns On The Lake Offer Up A Track

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Lanterns on the Lake have put out some beautifully spell-binding tracks in the past and the new album is on my I-can’t-wait-to-not-do-anything-but-listen list of records. Until The Colors Run lands September 9th on Rough Trade.

If you haven’t heard of the band, take a listen to a few other tracks over at their Soundcloud. I like to think of them as a non-digitally affected (and effected) Still Corners with tracks building behind an airy vocal provided by Hazel Wilde. This track is slightly stripped down, recorded live but sounding studio produced. Talented lot.

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Download: For the price of an email… [MP3]

Parquet Courts Return with New Single/New EP

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parquetcourtsThey may not want to admit it, but for all intents and purposes, Parquet Courts are a Texas band! So, as a Texas-based site, we’re going to say nice things; they’re label What’s Your Rupture rules pretty hard too.  With the announcement of a new EP, the band is sure to start making waves again, just as they did with Light Up Gold.  This new track has the same chugging guitar lines their debut featured, but it includes new touches like a bit more distortion on the guitars and a recorder/flute.  It adds another dimension that will surely make the Tally All the Things That You Broke EP another success.  It hits the streets on October 8th, and the band will be playing both weekends of Austin City Limits.

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Show Preview: Pharaohs @ Mohawk (8/19)

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PharaohsI know Alex Bleeker of Real Estate is playing over at Hotel Vegas, but I think I’m going local Monday night by checking out the great acts featured at the Mohawk.  I can rave on and one about Eets Feats, which features members of Low Times, or I could talk about the connection between The Shine Brothers and Black Angels. I might even want to talk about exciting new Austin act, God’s Gun, but of course, I’m going back to love on Pharaohs. This isn’t because the other bands aren’t incredible (they are), but because one of my favorite local acts has also just released a new video for their track “Come And Get It;” ou can watch it HERE. The track is super local; it was filmed by Jon Chamberlain of Rubberneck Mag, and features Steven of Sweet Talk/Jonly Bonly fame.  Seems like you should get to the Mohawk tonight: doors are at 9.

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Download: Pharaohs – Prettiest Girl [MP3]

Sprawling Pop Rock from Gang of Youths

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gangofyouthsOne of the great things about SXSW, despite the whining of DIIV, is that you get to make communications across the globe you wouldn’t have made otherwise.  Such is how I met our friend Meg, who pointed me to Gang of Youths, who will soon be relocating to the USA.  They’ve just released the following single, which is reminiscent of acts like Local Natives, though this group shows a bit more restraint in their songwriting, holding back where others have gone on to explode.  I like what the group is doing, and I hope you do as well; keep an eye out for them, as they’ll be making their way to the States very soon to warm your ears.

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Another New Rocker from Bad Sports

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Bad SportsI’m going to admit that I have a bit of an obsession with Bad Sports, and all the associated acts of the members (Video, OBNIIIs, etc).  Their new record Bras is, to me, a huge success.  They’ve slowed down a few of the tunes, leaving listeners with these great power pop ballads; there’s still a nice grinding edge, however.  The track below is just such an example; it’s catchy in the chorus; there’s a stomping drum element.  My two cents think this is going to be a sleeper hit for a lot of folks that are into the realm of garage-rock.  Bras comes out on Dirtnap Records at the end of August.

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Download: Bad Sports – Terrible Place [MP3]

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