No Bummer Summer Playlist 2013

We’re officially in summer mode here at ATH, and though we realize not everyone has the summer months off like we teachers (sorry, photo guy), we also think everyone could use some summer music for your weekend getaways.  For that reason, we’ve thrown together a “No Bummer Summer” playlist to help you make it through these long, hot summer days.  Enjoy it as you sit by the pool, do some day drinking, or take the boat out on Travis.  

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Another Track From Béisbol

I just saw Beisbol last friday after the Baths show. They were good. They mentioned another track that would be available for download. They played the track and I liked it. The Portland group based around the Brothers Burian are nice people.

Anyway, more catchy jam action, this time a little lower in the tempo department. You can stream the whole album, Lo-Fi Cocaine, over on their Soundcloud. Go see them if you get a chance. Tell ’em the photo guy in Austin that made them stand in front of walls sent you.

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Download: Béisbol – NOTHING STRANGE [MP3 via Soundcloud]

Fresh New Music from The Proper Ornaments

properornamentsA few years ago, I was haunted by the music of the Proper Ornaments, which is odd, considering they only had a handful of tunes available.  But, our friend Toby at Finest Kiss pointed out that the band had a new single, and an upcoming LP on the way.  What I like about the band’s direction is their inclination to slow things down a bit, in comparison to early works; the melodies are softer and the guitar seems to carefully traipse about in the foreground.  It all leaves you with an airy listen, yet comes across just as powerful as the early workings of the group, if not more so.  Enjoy this single: available on Lo Recordings.

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Dent May Brings More Great Pop Music Our Way

Dent MayDent May is a musician who has long been a favorite around these parts as we’ve consumed and enjoyed every release throughout his short career.  Well Dent’s returning in 2013 with a new album entitled Warm Blanket hitting stores on August 27th via Paw Tracks.  Prior to that date, you can find new single “Born Too Late” below to enjoy in your free time.  It’s more of a return to the lounge act pop music that Dent originally started his career with and blew up in the indie scene.

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More New Music From Royal Forest

royalforest_press_2012_meRoyal Forest is an Austin band that has really been making some waves recently as they try to reinvent their sound and mature into their skin as a band.  We here at ATH have taken notice of their hard work and have found new reasons to enjoy the band’s sounds.  Prior to the release date of their new album Spillways on July 9th via King Rock Record Co., the band are offering up yet another new track entitled “John Denver”.  The track initially sounds a bit folkier than what were used to with the acoustic guitar throughout, but then the band’s all too familiar pop tendencies chime in to craft a beautiful songwriter style indie pop tune.  Keep it going gents.

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Download: Royal Forest – John Denver [MP3]

Austin Spotlight: The Whalers Ready New LP

battleshipsartI’m really excited by the leaps and bounds that The Whalers have made in the past couple of years, and I think their latest single really demonstrates the growth, providing us with one of their best tunes to date.  The band does a great job blending mild bits of Americana with modern indie rock flare, adding both energy and their own unique touches.  Their new record will be available to the masses come this October, and as expected, it’s shaping up to be one hell of a listen.  And if you’re local, the group plays with our boys Tiger Waves on July 6th over at the Belmont.

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Download: Whalers – Battleships [MP3]

Sunday BBQ WTF OMG from Loteria

loteriaI realize that as an Austin blog, we’ve got to do our part to spread the word more often about the great acts all over our fair city, so I wanted to introduce people to Loteria.  They’ve been playing around for some time, and they’re currently working on finishing up a debut LP.  Musically, they’ve got a punk rock attitude, though their sound has allegiance to Texas history, incorporating twanging guitars and country-style solos into their catchy numbers.  Live, they’re energetic, whilst playing songs you’ll want to sing along to for the rest of the night.  Good music is both creative and fun, and I know these guys definitely epitomize those two aspects.

Quirky Pop From Motorama

2013-06-17-motorama_jpg_630x432_q85It’s Friday, and I think we could all use a little fun, quirky music to bring us into the weekend.  Doing the deed for us is Russian indie act Motorama and their new track “To the South”.  It’s hard to pin down the exact words to describe the song, but I’m definitely digging the bright/sunny guitars and the effected vocals throughout.

A new album entitled Calendar is coming soon on Talitres Records.

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Dark Pop From Eros and the Eschaton

Eros_MainCreek_ElizabethLemon1-1024x660Something about a band duo who are also a couple makes us feel all warm and fuzzy inside right?  Well dating duo Eros and the Eschaton are just that and can evoke some tingly feelings inside with their dark pop music.  Below you can sample their latest single called “Heaven Inside” which is a great example of how this band can craft some incredibly spooky and heartfelt pop music.  Enjoy.

Debut album Home Address For Civil War is due out August 13th via Bar/None Records.

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