Category: Tunes

Austin Spotlight: Check Out Some Coeds

Leave a comment

artworks-000066541982-o0foez-t500x500 There is only so much light and airy electro chillwave I can take before I snap and crave some Nitzer Ebb or Split Second, so TRUST is my go to synth-jams nowadays. But what if you could blend? How about a lovely yet strong female voice and big buckets worth of varying waveforms? While the cool lofty and airy stuff can cause additional coffee consumption, Coeds gets you a big sound that has just enough aggression without being angry. I get hints of Glass Candy, with less disco.

The band is Meredith Muñoz and Ryan Kailath. Meredith has been in a few bands you may have liked. She is good people. Check it.

[soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/122689846″ params=”color=ff6600&auto_play=false&show_artwork=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]

New Single From Bass Drum of Death

Leave a comment

Bass Drum Of DeathBass Drum of Death head out on a short tour soon (sorry not coming to Texas) and a celebration is in order with this new single “Black Don’t Glow”.  It’s about what you’d expect from the band, and that’s a good thing of course.  Garage rock sounds, washed out vocals, and wailing guitars are all here, and badass.  Hopefully we’ll be hearing about the workings of a new album sometime soon.

[soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/129438934″ params=”color=ff6600&auto_play=false&show_artwork=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]

New Dark Pop From Mode Moderne

Leave a comment

cbd362f71e1718a05ae2976a93d447d2c47c1911After a few spins of this great new track “Unburden Yourself” from Vancouver based Mode Moderne, I’m excited to see what their new full length has to offer.  The band will of course get the Joy Division label from the get go, but I think the band mix those darker tones with some brighter, more polished pop tendencies.  I’ll keep ya posted on how the entire album turns out.  Count me as a fan.

New album, Occult Delight, is coming out on January 21st via Light Organ Records.

[soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/97641723″ params=”color=ff6600&auto_play=false&show_artwork=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]

New Music from Each Other

Leave a comment

eachotherOne of my favorite memories from SXSW a few years back was actually stretching myself to the limit by catching an all day hangover show at Beerland, after spending 7 days rocking and drinking like a champ.  I pushed myself to the max, but I was able to catch Each Other (among others), which was a blessing.  They’ve just announced a new album, and I’m really digging the first number.  It begins with this jagged proto-punk attitude, which normally would be enough to catch my attention, but just after the two-minute mark, they offer this mellow pop opus within the track; it’s quite a special moment.  They’re debut, Being Elastic, will be released by Lefse Records on March 4th.

[soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/127557931″ params=”color=ff6600&auto_play=false&show_artwork=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]

Have Fun with The Crookes

Leave a comment

817Here’s a fun jam called “Play Dumb” coming your way from UK based band The Crookes.  The trask isn’t one that you should spend too much time trying to overanalyze with labels and whatnot, just enjoy the beats.  This could be one to watch out for in 2014.

New album, SOAPBOX, will be available for purchase on April 15th via Modern Outsider.

[soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/129345532″ params=”color=ff6600&auto_play=false&show_artwork=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]

 

New Liars Jam Coming Your Way

Leave a comment

liarsFor as long as I can remember, I’ve admired the work of Liars.  Their records never once sound the same, yet they always have some linear links to previous works.  On their latest they continue to explore some of the more electronically influenced moments of their catalog, but it’s the hook during the chorus that really grabbed me.  It’s built as a danceable moment that could really unite those in attendance at a show, though I’d be remiss if I didn’t wish they threw it down just a bit harder…perhaps that’s awaiting in the live set.  You can grab their new record, Mess, on March 25th, then plan on including it in some year-end lists. They’ll also be appearing at Austin’s Psych Fest.

[soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/125756312″ params=”color=ff6600&auto_play=false&show_artwork=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]

Fresh Tune from New Electric Ride

Leave a comment

OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERALondon’s New Electric Ride get a lot of the psych nod for their work, but I don’t think that’s so much the case in their newest single, streaming below.  This tune harkens back to a period where pop construction encouraged playfulness and creativity, which is precisely what you’ll get when you listen to the tune.  It’s got a this odd organ that wraps itself around the tune, while the rest of the song is focused on the core melody.  It’s hard to not find enjoyable elements within this number.  You can pick it up on the band’s new album, Balloon Age, when it’s release on February 25th via Beyond is Beyond is Beyond.

[soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/128916000″ params=”color=ff6600&auto_play=false&show_artwork=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]

New Jam from Flowers

Leave a comment

flowersWhen I first played this song, I immediately thought Flowers was going for something darker than their pop stylings of early releases.  But, while that does appear to be the approach taken, the infectious voice of singer Rachel brings about a greater sense of light.  They surround the pristine vocal with swirling guitars and a down-trodden beat that broods throughout the track.  If you’re looking for a song that juxtaposes beauty with a gritty underworld then you’ll need to look no further than this jam. No idea if this comes with a release or just a jam the band wanted to share, but I’ll keep you posted as I know more.

[soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/129332684″ params=”color=ff6600&auto_play=false&show_artwork=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]

Mozes and the Firstborn Release New Track + Video

Leave a comment

mozesYou can’t do everything with angst and energy on a Monday, so I felt like dropping off the latest single from Mozes and the Firstborn, whom I’ve discussed on these pages before.  Every time I listen to the band I have this wonderful sense of youthfulness; the songs from the bands seem to carry a sense of wandering and undying spirit.  This week the band released the video for “Skinny Girl,” which you can find HERE. It’s one of the many great songs on the band’s self-titled debut, hitting stores on February 11th via Burger Records.  Take a listen and let yourself get carried away.

[audio:https://austintownhall.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/07-Skinny-Girl.mp3]

 

Angel Olsen Releases Another Single

Leave a comment

angelolsenThis Angel Olsen track bounced around a few days ago, so it’s fair to say that many people have already absorbed it.  But, it’s just too good for me to ignore, not to mention it provides a little diversity to the heavier side of things we’re running today.  What first caught me was the little buzz on the sound of the guitar; it’s strange how some things will fascinate your ears.  But, Olsen really has a great grasp on her voice nowadays, and it’s perfectly on display here, offering up a sultry tone wrapped in elegance. Jagjaguwar will be releasing her new album, Burn Your Fire For No Witness, on February 18th, and it’s looking to be a must have.

[soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/128162811″ params=”color=ff6600&auto_play=false&show_artwork=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]

1 … 1,336 1,337 1,338 1,339 1,340 … 1,746
Social Media Auto Publish Powered By : XYZScripts.com