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New Track from Body Language

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Looking for a fun way to kick off your Monday?  You might have just stumbled to the right place, as this constructionist jam from Body Language has really been doing wonders on my spirits.  It’s got a trickling little melody, with a bit of crafty pep that sort of lurks in and out of your speakers.  This is the sort of thing that gets under your skin/soul, bringing about welcome changes in mood.  If you dig what you’re hearing you can grab this tune, and others, off the band’s upcoming LP, Social Studies, which hits the stores on October 18th.

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Download: Body Language – Seeds of Sight [MP3]

New Slow Burner from Little Silver

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There’s a certain genre of music that I would have discarded long ago, but as I have matured (barely) my tastes have as well.  Slow songs with woodsy folk influences are now jewels, so when I got this new track from Little Silver I had to share it with you.  They’ve just put out The Stolen Souvenir EP, and this little number is absolutely superb.  The attention to detail, the inherent melody and vocal harmonies make for an incredible listen.  You’re gong to fall head over heels when you listen to this track; here’s to hoping you enjoy it as much as I do.

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Download: Little Silver – Sleep Til Morning [MP3]

New Punk Jam from Steve Adamyk Band

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It’s been a mild week, musically speaking, with nothing really rocking coming my way.  So, when I got this new track from Dirtnap Records about the Steve Adamyk Band, a little bit of joy came across my face. It’s got a classic pop-punk sound, and there’s nothing wrong with that.  For those looking for a little bit of fun, get into this one now.  Sharp guitars, hooks, gang vocals and oh so much more.  If you dig this, you can get your hands on the group’s newest, Forever Won’t Wait, come the end of the year.  Maybe it’s just me, but this definitely made my day.

[audio:https://austintownhall.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/Landslide.mp3]

Download: Steve Adamyk Band – Landslide [MP3]

New Music from Cate Le Bon

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It’s been an odd year, as I seem to be warming to incredible female vocalists quite a bit more.  Welsh singer Cate Le Bon is yet another of my discoveries, spinning songs that have this majestic quality to them, recalling music of the past that seems far more enchanting than anything else I’ve heard recently; it’s like french pop spun around the emotions of the British Isles.   If you love the song below, you’ll love Put Me to Work, her new album that just came out.  I keep finding myself getting completely lost in it all, and that’s a perfect way to wrap up my evening here. Hopefully you’ll take the same from this tune, and this record.

[audio:https://austintownhall.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/Cate_Le_Bon_Work.mp3]

Download: Cate le Bon – Puts Me to Work [MP3]

New Gem from Ramesh (formerly of Voxtrot)

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I wondered what happened to Ramesh, formerly of Voxtrot.  Personally, his songwriting was always really affecting, so I am glad to see he’s getting back out there.  Floating around the Internet is his EP 1, which you can stream right HERE for your own listening pleasure.  It’s still got that soft quality of pop that you came to expect from his old group.  Not sure if he’s still writing from Austin, but I’m going to claim him as one of our own, as we need all the good musicians we can get.  Best of luck to Ramesh as he gets back out there in the music world.

[audio:https://austintownhall.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/RAMESH-The-King.mp3]

Download: RAMESH – The King

New Single from Forbidden Friends (Hutch of the Thermals)

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As a long time fan of the Thermals, I’ll always be dedicated to anything that’s associated with the band.  Luckily for me, and for you as well, Hutch never really writes a bad song.  His new solo project, Forbidden Friends just released a the new Totally Low 7″ on Kill Rock Stars, and it’s been playing on my turntable all night long.  It might not have the sharp edge of the Thermals, but you can hear the backbone in there.  His voice is always has a special place in my heart, which is perhaps the reason why I’m so attracted to the simplicity he’s revealed with this new project.  Go get your hands on the single today!

[audio:https://austintownhall.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/Forbidden_Friends_-_Totally_Low.mp3]

Download: Forbidden Friends – Totally_Low [MP3]

More New Music from Gringo Star

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One of the Atlanta bands I’m really excited about this year is Gringo Star.  They’re prepping the release of their new album, Count Yer Lucky Stars, and it’s got me salivating already.  When the record hits stores via Gigantic Music on October 25th, you can expect to find energy fueled pop tracks wrapped in a gritty little shell of garage nostalgia.  While Atlanta has a slew of bands giving out some power-pop/punk rock jams, this feels more like a California psych rocker, and you know that’s a good thing in our book.  Get familiar now folks, as this band’s about to take off.

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Gringo Star – Count Yer Lucky Stars [MP3]

New Music from The Darcys

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It seems like Arts and Crafts Records has been rather quiet for some time, but I’ve finally come across some new music from the label, by way of The Darcys.  They’ve got a new album, self-titled, coming out on October 25th, and this single is grabbing my attention.  It begins with this operatic opening, soaring vocals taking the focal point, but keep on listening. About midway, however, the song gently erupts with discordant guitars and bits of ambient noise exploding into the background.  It’s like Antony and the Johnsons if they chose to jump off and throw some guitars in the mix.  Should be an interesting listen come October.

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Download: The Darcys – Shaking Down The Old Bones [MP3]

New Music from King Creosote and Jon Hopkins

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It’s been a good year for King Creosote, especially considering all the accolades he’s received working with Jon Hopkins on Diamond Mine (an album you must get your hands on!). Now the duo has pushed out another short EP, Honest Words EP, which features two new songs, and a re-imagining of “Bats in the Attic.”  Just one listen to this remarkable track, and you’ll realize why everyone is supporting the collaboration, clamoring for more.  It’s the most unassuming pop, and it’s damn near perfection, no matter what.  If you haven’t joined the masses by falling in love with this band, now is your chance; you can buy the EP from Domino Records now.

[audio:https://austintownhall.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/01-Honest-Words.mp3]

Download: King Creosote & Jon Hopkins – Honest Words [MP3]

New Sleepy Pop from Sea Oleena

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I’ve got to give out a shout to our reader James for bringing this wonderful track to my attention.  Sea Oleena is Canadian songwriter Charlotte Oleena, who composed the songs for her most recent self-titled album with the help of her brother.  It’s got this dream quality to it, but more in that wooded dream as opposed to the more dense dream-pop of late. Something about Oleena’s voice really draws you into her songs, encouraging you to devour every last second of the record.  You can grab the album for the special “name your price” deal over at her Bandcamp.

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Download: Sea Oleena – Asleep at the Wheel [MP3]

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