Category: Tunes

Great New Tune from Gap Dream

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gapdreamIt’s great to see artists change and grow, much like the project of Gap Dream.  Just because something is associated with Burger Records, it doesn’t mean that you’re going to get a sound like much of the label (which we like, btw). This song has this sprawling electronic influenced tune, washed over with careful elements of atmospheric noise.  I particularly like the fact that you can really attach yourself to the lyrics here, as they’re offered up slow and careful.  The new album is titled Shine Your Light, and it will be released by Burger on November 26th.  Sure sounds good to me.

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Rad Rocker from Honduras

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HondurasPress.145927There’s something going on in the rock movement of late (the last year or so) that shows this relaxed quality of vocal delivery pushed forward by bits of post punk and touches of the American troubadour.  Bands like Parquet Courts are really growing in popularity, and I expect the same thing to happen for Honduras.  The band released this track off their Morality Cuts EP a while back, but now they’re seeing a re-release on Last Place Tapes, which is how it was brought to our attention.  Again, the vibe’s great here, bordering somewhere between punk rock and the likes of the Replacements.  I’m pretty sure you’ll dig.

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Austin Spotlight: She Sir Release New Track

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shesirWe’ve championed She Sir for years, and this year has seen the band release several great tracks in anticipation of their forthcoming LP.  The album is titled Go Guitars, and we’ve got their third single to offer you today. It begins a touch slow, then the drums provide a proficient bounce to push the song into a more beautiful state.  It’s clear by this number that good things are in store as we approach 2014, when the album will see a release from the respected Shelflife Records.  Just enjoy the fact that you’re around to listen to such a great tune today; be thankful.

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New Jam from Little Racer

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RACER_01.141746It’s always funny to me how some bands break in the UK before ever making waves in the US, so I definitely feel like I need to open my eyes beyond my own shores…such is this global world.  One of the bands that have really made a name for themselves abroad is Little Racer of NY; they even put out a 7″ overseas in 2011.  But, things look to change with catchy tracks such as the one below.  There’s a dark quality from the sound of the guitars and the brooding bass line, but you’ll still hear an accessible pop sensibility lurking beneath.  Enjoy this track and wait for the group’s upcoming EP.

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Download: Little Racer – Vanessa [MP3]

Striking Number from A Lily

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A_Lily.1Perhaps one of the greatest things about my job, or hobby, or whatever, is that I get to open my email to incredible songs that I might not have heard otherwise.  This track from A Lily has been around for a bit now, and it’s just overwhelmingly beautiful.  It reminds me of the sort of work I’d expect from Efterklang, with this lush accompaniment creating a dense background that never seems too busy.  You add in these softly floating vocals, and you’ve got a hands-down winner that begs your time.  The band will release the Lupa EP this week; it will definitely be worth your time, whetting your appetite before the group release Roma, the next full-length.

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Catchy Tune From Crushed Stars

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CrushedStarsAs we end our Monday together, have yourself a listen to this catchy new number called “Flowerbomb” coming your way from ATH approved band Crushed Stars.  I really dig the fresh poppy sound here that is a bit of a change in sound from the artist.  The more mellow style was always great, but I’m enjoying the change in direction to a more engaging style.

New album, Farewell Young Lovers, is due out January 21st.

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Download: Crushed Stars – Flowerbomb [MP3]

Great New Track From The Sweet Serenades

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the-sweet-serenadesSwedish band The Sweet Serenades is a group that I’ve been following over the last few years and have never really understood why they don’t have more of a following here stateside.  If I had to guess, I’d say that maybe the songs aren’t quite edgy enough, or maybe the sound wouldn’t be considered that “unique”.  I personally think that’s a great thing, because to me, simple and straightforward pop music can sometimes be a welcome and fresh sound in our constantly contemplative and over analyzed indie music scene.  Great pop music is just great pop music in the end.  I think this new jam “Take it All” is yet another great and simple pop number from a band that has been pumping out tunes like this for over 3 years.  Don’t over think it, just enjoy some quality music.

Check out new album, Stand By Me, on November 15th.

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The Black & White Years Return

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The Black And White YearsIt’s been quite sometime since we’ve heard from local boys The Black & White Years.  Today we heard through the wire that the band have recently finished a new album for a planned release early next year.  Prior to that date, the band are sending out this new track, “Little One”, to drum up some publicity for the new album. When I hear the track, I think, “yeah that’s the Black & White Years”.  What does that mean exactly?  To me, the band has made a name for themselves as a dance-pop, almost experimental electronica sounding band, and that’s what I hear on this tune.  Count me in.

Get your hands on new album Strange Figurines on January 10th via Modern Outsider.

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Download: The Black & White Years – Little One [MP3]

Hushed Beauty From Message To Bears

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message-to-bearsBristol based Jerome Alexander, also known as Message to Bears, just sent out this new track called “Moonlight”.  I’m really enjoying the mellow, beautifully crafted hushed sort of sound being created here.  It may take for some time for you to get into this one, but I’m betting that you will find something to love about the tune if you give it some time.

Jerome will be releasing new album, Maps, on November 12th.

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Download: Message to Bears – Moonlight [MP3]

New Jam from Doug Tuttle

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TIM065.Doug.Tuttle.LPjktYou might recognize Doug Tuttle as one of the members of MMOSS, but you’re going to find a bit of a different feeling when you delve into the music he’s created under his own name.  I can still hear those sunny harmonic elements that were turned upside down with psychedelia, but there’s more of a focus here on the emotive pull that’s created by the percussion and the gentle vibe of the vocals.  You’ll also find a soloing guitar that works itself through the middle of the track, perhaps allowing Tuttle to hold onto his more experimental touches.  It’s a nice solid number, and you can grab it off his self-titled record, which is being released by Trouble in Mind Records on January 28th.

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