Category: Tunes

New Tune from Happy Diving

happygilmoreWe’re drawing nearer to the release of the new album from Happy Diving, and their new single is really keeping me going today.  It’s got an old school feel to it, in regards to guitar pop, which reminds me of a more rocking blend of what Austin’s the Impossibles were trying to do in their later days.  Sure, there’s an ode to Weezer in that and  an innocence in the lyrical content, but wait until the song’s screeching guitars feedback into your ears, crashing down through your speakers; it’s a special bit for your listening pleasure today.  Big World is released on October 21st via Father Daughter Records.

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Download: Happy Diving – Sad Planet [MP3]

 

Download Lost Track from Sister Flo

floRecently I posted about the Finnish legend, Sister Flo, trying to get some love for the band in honor of the group releasing Tragician’s Hat on its 10 Year Anniversary…it features a whole disc of unreleased tunes.  But, one tune that was lost to the world that unfortunately didn’t make it onto the collection of rarities is “The Look.”  Clerical errors and Finnish gnomes are said to be to blame, but Soliti Music is now offering the dream track for free download.  Those of you who long for the days of Grandaddy and the like will find yourself absolutely in love, which will hopefully encourage you to go back and discover the band for the first time; you’ll be happy you gave it some spins.  Soliti has the album for sale HERE.

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Download: Sister Flo – The Look [MP3]

Show Preview: Shivery Shakes and Templo X @ Mohawk (9.16)

Shivery ShakesRock n’ roll season is in full swing here in Austin, and there’s a great local show that requires your attendance on Tuesday evening at the Mohawk.  Our boys in Shivery Shakes will be headlining the night, and we love them so much we’re releasing their debut LP in October with our friends from Punctum Records.  But, let’s not forget Templo X is playing.  One member currently resides in Philly, while the rest of the band is staying local.  Sounds like the making of a great history that’s not too far off from the one begun by our boys in Literature.  Ultraviolet open up the night, so show up early to make sure we’re all supporting the local jams.

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Download: Shivery Shakes – Sidewalk Talk [MP3]

Song Premiere: New Tune from Glass Ghost

glassesThe folks in Dirty Projectors and Here We Go Magic have been crafting arty pop music for some time now, and several members of said groups have united again to continue their work as Glass Ghost.  Tomorrow the band will release their album Lyfe on the heralded Western Vinyl, and it’s being met with much anticipation…from us especially.  In this single, you’ll find those arty elements, including little touches of sampling and quality lyrical writing.  There’s creativity in the songwriting that you’re not likely to find in other corners of the indie genre.  Be sure to pick up your copy this week.

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Austin Spotlight: Jonly Bonly Unleash New Single

jbIf you did what was right last week, you picked up the excellent Put Together LP from Austin’s Jonly Bonly.  The band, if you haven’t caught wind,  is the project of Jason Smith (formerly of OBN IIIs) and his buddy Stephen Svacina (Sweet Talk).  As always, Jason just kills the guitar licks on this tune; they’ve got an old school rock n’ roll feel while drawing some similarities to modern acts such as Parquet Courts.  This album’s filled with really sharp guitar playing, energy and a cock-sure attitude; you should head over to 12XU Records and pick it up now!

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Austin Spotlight: Institute Sign to Sacred Bones

institootSeems like Austin has had a pretty good year, musically speaking.  Bands from all corners are getting a lot of much deserved recognition for their work, and I’m really impressed with this new tune that’s been hopping around by Institute.  The act features members of a lot of local acts you should be familiar with like Wiccans or Glue, though this new entity seems pretty impressive.  They’ve signed on with the great Sacred Bones Records to release their Salt EP, and since I didn’t get around to it earlier, I’m getting you amped now.  The rhythm section owns this song for sure.  Pick up the EP on October 14th.

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Guitar Pop from Pity Sex

pityI have a sneaking suspicion that this tune will get a lot of play on my list for the next few weeks.  It’s the perfect sort of guitar pop, using distorted guitars to  wrap the band’s pop sensibility in a gentle blanket of noise.  There’s even a nice balance between male and female counterparts in Pity Sex.  This song features on the group’s new split 7″ which they will be sharing with Adventures; it’s slated for a October 7th release via Run for Cover Records.  It’s a nice jam to wrap up your Friday listening.

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Glam Light from Evil Arrows

evolI was looking for something a little bit softer on this Friday for your ears, so I’m lucky this tune from Evil Arrows came through to us.  Of course, it’s not entirely an ode to glam rock; there are touches of psychedelic endeavors here too, though I just love the sound of the guitars. It also doesn’t really seem to fit into any particular sphere of music, which is refreshing in and of itself.  Their new effort, EP 4, will be released on September 30th, and I think there’s definitely a need for you to give it a good solid listen.  See for yourself.

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Dream Pop from Another Green World

agwMy mind is all over the place, so it makes sense that my musical tastes today are all over the place.  Right now, I’m feeling the synth dreamscape crafted by Another Green World.  It’d be easy just to throw the music in with an ode to Brian Eno, but there’s more of a wash of distortion that’s reminiscent of the work of every 80s band and those that followed in their shoegazing footsteps.  I like the string emphasis that leaks through my speakers; it’s a nice little touch. Look for his new album, Memorial, to come out on October 12th…you can also visit his site and revisit his older sonic constructions.

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Drift Away with Hungry Cloud Darkening

hungrylikeawolfOkay. The afternoon has hit and my stress is subsiding a bit.  I just want to let my mind wander far off into the horizon.  No tune has fit that mood quite as wonderfully as this new song from Hungry Cloud Darkening.  My enjoyment comes from a comment of this softened touch on the song’s musical progression; those sweet vocals don’t hurt me either.  The song also benefits from barely arching over two minutes; it comes in and sweeps you away, then disappears into the distance.  You’ll get this song and a few others on Off Tempo, the band’s new album that’s being released on October 7th.

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