Category: Tunes

The Return of Dana Buoy

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danaThere was a time when Dana Janssen was perhaps best known for his role in Akkron Family, that is, until a few years ago.  He released Summer Bodies, which surprised me by how much I grew attached to his approach, far different than his other act.  It’s electronic fare, but the way that he works with the melodies inside his songs is undeniably catchy.  I’m really excited he’s got something new by way of his Preacher EP, which is slated for a July 22nd release date.  If you’re looking for lofty melodies and electronic compositions, then you need look no further than the return of Dana Buoy. 

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More New Music from Matt Kivel

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mattkivelThere are some songs, and albums for that matter, that just seem to fit right into your life.  For me, the work of Matt Kivel is perfectly fitting for my reflective summer away from work.  For instance, this latest single has this rolling drum beat, with lofty vocals floating atop, while varying layers of guitar work come into the fold.  Sort of reminds me of long summer road trips through the Northwest with nothing but the stars overhead.  His new album, Days of Being Wild will come just in time for you to take your own trip, whatever it may be; it’s being released on July 8th via Woodsist.

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Mellow Jam from Fishing

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artworks-000081840303-ohzgq1-t500x500I’m on summer vacation, so I’m spending a lot of my time just relaxing.  With that comes a bit of chilled out musical vibes, and perhaps none is more fitting than this piece by production team, Fishing.  They’ve constructed this piece of movable pop, spliced with vocal samples that are really soothing.  There’s even a repeat bit of vocals at the end of the tune, making the song rise above your average electro-pop fare.  It’s a featured single on the band’s upcoming debut record, which will see a world-wide release on June 23rd.   The album is titled Shy Glow, and Create Control is the label behind the release.

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Bratty Tune from EULA

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eulaRemember when the YYYs were a force to be reckoned with, musically speaking? Listening to this new single from Brooklyn’s EULA I get the same impression, though I think it could hit even harder had the band wanted to go that way.  The song’s propelled by a shouted vocal that operates over a discordant guitar chord ringing atop a bubbling little bass line.  Percussion here is rather low in the mix, but it creates this thrilling sense of anxiety that pulls the listener along.  It’s the A-side to the band’s new 7″ that sees a release from Bloodmoss Records on July 15th.

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Indiepop Bliss from Strange Babes

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strangebabesI owe a huge debt of gratitude to IPSML for turning me on to this ridiculously glorious hit from Strange Babes.  Everything about this song is pretty perfect, from the way that it’s been recorded to the melody within the tune itself.  There’s not too much info on the band, other than an obscure reference to Los Angeles and New Zealand.  You can hear the NZ reference musically, but in the end, none of it is really going to matter because the song is pure indiepop success.  Sit back and enjoy yourself.

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Download: Strange Babes – Holiday [MP3]

New Song from Web of Sunsets

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webEarlier this year we raved about the wonderful debut album from Web of Sunsets, Room of Monsters.  That album was filled with these gentle songs of wandering, filled with beautiful harmonies.  Now, the band has announced that they’ll be releasing a brand new EP, titled Gin Tapes.  This song below is the first single from the EP, and it’s got a similar drifting quality, accented by really ornate guitar playing.  The EP will see a release date from End of Time Records next Tuesday, June 17th, so be on the look out for that in stores, not to mention look for the band as they’ve got a summer tour lined up, though it’s mostly West. Sad face.

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Download: Web of Sunsets – Places [MP3]

Incredible New Track From The Rentals

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I06_the-rentals know that you may have seen this tune elsewhere last week, but when a song is as sweet as this one, I will post it despite my tardiness.  To keep this brief, The Rentals have always been a big favorite of mine and I’m super excited that they are returning this year with their much delayed 3rd LP.  This track called “Thought of Sound” is a preview of the new album and it’s proving that the wait for new music was well worth it.  Seriously, these guys have a distinct sound that is just like no other.  YES.

New album, Lost in Aplhaville, is due out August 26th on Polyvinyl Records.

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New Music from Reputante (FFF Fest Act)

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reputanteOkay, so maybe it’s just a tad early to start prepping your ears for Fun Fun Fun Fest, but this song is just too good to resist posting it right now.  Reputante will be heading into town in November, and they’ll be bringing a relaxed bit of swagger, a la the old school vibe of the Strokes.  There’s that same hint of drunken indifference in the vocals, though there’s more polish then Casablancas ever offered.  If they’ve got tunes this catchy, then we’re in for a great treat when they play our favorite little festival.  See if you dig this tune.

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New Music from The Rosebuds

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rosebuddiesThere’s always been something incredibly special about the music of Rosebuds. No matter when I throw a track on, be it in a mix or just on random shuffle, there’s always an immediate change in emotion.  It’s a welcome change, even if it only enhances current states of happiness; it just feel good to listen to this band.  News just broke that they’ll be releasing a brand new album, and even more exciting is that they’ve signed on to release the record with the much revered, local label, Western Vinyl.  This LP is titled Sand + Silence, and it will be released on August 5th;  the first single is streaming below.

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Download: The Rosebuds – In My Teeth [Mp3]

Austin Spotlight: El Campo Release

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elcampoIf you’re in the mood for a uniquely pressed felix-disc then I think your best bet this week is to order the new single from Austin’s El Campo.  The song features a prominent bit of banjo playing, but while that may hint at a country-infused number, you’ll hear much more of a warm pop approach in the delivery of the vocals.  Personally, I think the group is one of the more dynamic acts in town, able to walk that line between folk/americana and pop music; you can’t help but to love the tracks that are featured on this release.  You’ll be able to pick it up this Friday at Cheer Up Charlies, or order it from their label, and our friends, over at Punctum Records.

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