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New Girly Pop from Big Wave

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Recently I tossed out a track from Ali K. off the Bi-Weekly Pizza Club from Art Is Hard Records, and the label is back at it again with another short single from UK’s Big Wave.  Unfortunately, you can’t get your hands on the limited edition single as it’s currently sold out, but you can definitely jam out to the track right here. I love the little break down in the middle of the song where they pull back in a sort of stutter to reveal just a the vocals (and a hint of percussion). It’s upbeat and fun, and I figure that never hurts.

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

Download:Big Wave – Dying on the Vine [MP2]

Revisiting Young Fresh Fellows

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A few years back ago I sort of stumbled into Young Fresh Fellows by following the advice of a good Internet friend, and I’m grateful that I got that intro, though seeing as the band involves Scott McCaughey of Minus Five, and currently The Baseball Project, I should have known already.   The group’s been around since the 80s, though there has often been distance between the releases of quirky power-pop.  Luckily, Yep Roc is about to release Tiempo de Lujo, the group’s newest record.  As they’ve grown older they’ve only gotten better, but since there aren’t any singles from the new LP, I wanted to share a gem off my favorite LP, The Fabulous Sounds of the Pacific Northwest. If you love what you hear, do some research and get to know Young Fresh Fellows.

[audio:https://austintownhall.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/02-All-Messed-Up.mp3]

Download:Young Fresh Fellows – All Messed Up [MP3]

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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