Hey There Halfsour

Halfsour_091Another day, another hit from Jigsaw Records 2016 collection. This time out, we’ve got a tune from Boston’s Halfsour, bringing about a more ramshackle bit of power-pop. The track has an inner hook, but it’s coated in the way the vocals are delivered with a devil-may-care attitude; it even sounds like the tune was recorded live, giving it a punch that you don’t always get with perfected studio blends. They’ll be releasing their debut album on January 29th, and if you’re asking me, this song is one helluva way to kick things off. 

New Music from Swaying Wires

swaySeems strange that I should wake up to this new tune from Swaying Wires, seeing as they’re Finnish, and I spent my whole evening meeting up with our friend from Finland’s Soliti Music (but that’s a tale for another day). Nonetheless, the band’s new single is really great, really gentle. Tina Karkinen’s voice steals the opening moments of the track, carrying it along until the band quietly joins. Still, the ringing of the guitar sound that echoes in the background, solidifies this tune for me, giving it a final bit of charm. The band will release I Left a House Burning on January 15th of next year via Battle Worldwide

Sweet Pop from Teleman

teleIt’s been a minute since we heard from Teleman, but they jumped back in to remind of us how great they can be with this new single/video dropping right before the new year. This video still hangs tightly on the band’s angular rock, but the melodies that have evolved take on a strong note, furthered by the imagery of falling colors. There’s no definitive details on the new album, but it’s being held for a late Spring release. Definitely something I’d like you to keep on your radar.

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Emma Pollock is Back

emmaIt’s been awhile since we heard from former Delgados member, Emma Pollock, but with the announcement of her new album, Emma is back, forcibly. Imagine the songwriting of peers like Eleanor Friedberger, but with a stronger presence, in both her vocal delivery and the production of the song itself. You could easily hear this song as a stripped down version, but in all likelihood it would peel away the layering that makes this song repeatable. Her new album is titled In Search of Harperfield; it will be released by Chemikal Underground…and let me just say, I haven’t been disappointed in a thing that Emma’s done, so I’m definitely stoked to spend time with the full-length.

More from Honey Radar

honeyJust last week I urged you to check out Honey Radar and their new 7″ for What’s Your Rupture, but now they’ve got a new jam they’ve offered up for Unblinking Ear Records Office Series. This track is definitely on the shorter side, but it manages to pack enough of a punch to make it worth your time, offering up a psych-jangle with a coated vocal calmly cooing in the forefront. I’m in love with the band’s seemingly casual approach to songwriting, crafting hits that feel half-hearted in a sense, though somehow managing to pull at your emotions. It’s up for the NYP over at Unblinking Ear

Brand New Tunes from Animal Daydream

AD_promopic2_citrus-bwHaving talked about Animal Daydream last year, it only makes sense that I give some love to their new single, “Citrus.” Well, that and it’s just a really great track looking back to a pure era in American songwriting…though the group hails from Sweden. Imagine finding yourself in Haight-Ashbury, slowly indulging in really warm harmonies and smooth Cali guitar sounds. It’s charming to say the least, but I love how some of the chords slide out in the latter half of the song, carrying you gently into the song’s bouncing closing moments. The Citrus EP will be one of the first new releases from our favorite label, Jigsaw Records, hitting in late January of next year. 

The Levitation 2016 Lineup is Here!

Levitation-Artwork-640x414One of the best festivals in town, Levitation (FKA Austin Psych Fest) has just announced their full lineup for next year’s fest. While we already knew that the folks over at The Reverberation Appreciation Society would not disappoint, they seemed to out do themselves yet again. AnCo? Brian Wilson performing Pet Sounds? Ty Segall? Woods? Parquet Courts? Delicate Steve? Chicano Batman? What more could you possibly want from a festival?!

Watch the announcement video below, featuring footage from last years festival, and then go scoop up your tickets for the weekend of April  29th through May 1st over here.

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Jam This Cover From Those Darlins

11049118_10153029290821059_6263931789832497561_nA bit of sad news comes with this post, but not to worry, there’s a good track at the bottom to ease the pain. Those Darlins, of Nashville, have announced an “indefinite hiatus” and a final round of tour dates for their current send out of the musical world for now. While this is a bummer, with this announcement they’ve released a cover of “Female Trouble” by Divine. It’s a sultry take on a classic song, with grooving bass lines more present in their rendition and a bit of snarl in the guitars. Take a listen below and simultaneously find solace and sorrow in light of the band’s announcement.

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Stiletto Feels Release Video

stilettofeels-1A week ago we dropped our Top Austin Albums, and one of the surprises was the debut from Stiletto Feels, The Big Fist. We had high expectations for Geoff Earle’s new project, but I honestly didn’t expect such a finished project. It’s a listen filled with all sorts of touches, be they electronic or indie rock…or even just great riffs. This week the band have unleashed their video for the super-hit, “Steel Your Guitar,” which is like a smoothed out R&B rock n’ roll jam. Check out the video below and grab the LP from GTZ Records.

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More New Music from Cian Nugent

cianI’m particular to voices that don’t quite sound perfect, which is perhaps the reason why I’ve been gravitating to the work of Cian Nugent. He’s capable of holding a melody, sure, but there’s something just a bit off, just a touch rough that really grabs your ear. Musically, the song alternates between folk-laden ballad and all out-country jam; they employ a fiddle here rather than they oft-overused violin. His new record, Night Fiction, is getting a release via Woodsist; it should hit stores in late January, keeping you warm just as the world freezes over. Stream it.

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