Category: Tunes

Enchanting Pop from Rollin Hunt

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rollinI can’t get this damn song out of my head! I don’t know exactly what it is, but it’s there for good.  At first, I couldn’t help but attach myself to the careful tone of the vocals, but then I started to realize that the grandiose orchestration really pushed the song to an exceptionally emotional level.  Now, I could do for a bit more length, but one shouldn’t mess with greatness.  You can pick up The Phoney, which is the debut LP from Rollin Hunt on Moniker Records on April 30th.  This won’t be your average pop affair, thank goodness.

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New Music Premiere: The Bankees – Heaven 1 & 2

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bankeesI’m going to support this band until the day I die, so I’m glad they’ve let us premiere one of their most accomplished tracks to date.  If you recall, last year I doted on Home, but the band has been hard at work crafting new sounds and a new record.  It’s titled Heaven, and currently is looking for a home (hit me up if you want to put this record out, and I’ll get you in touch).  Seeing as I’m familiar with the group, you can tell that they’ve developed their sound quite a bit, dabbling a bit in psychedelia, while still holding true to their affectingly warm pop.  I pray for big things, as the songs and the band truly deserve greater recognition.

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Download: The Bankees – Heaven I & II [MP3]

Jam Out with Oberhofer

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oberhoferI love the rich pop music that Oberhofer created, not to mention the live show they put on at ACL this past year.  So, with that in mind, I’m excited they’ve already geared up to release a new EP, titled Notalgia; it comes out on April 23rd via Glassnote.  It’s steady guitar pop when it opens, with the machine gun drumming pushing the pace forward, but the chorus is where the song truly takes flight.  It bursts forth with ringing guitars and accompanying arrangements that really display the profound pop exploration of the group.  I won’t complain about hearing this song a dozen or so times today, and neither should you!

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Great Track from The New Tigers

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thenewtigersWhile line-up changes are never fun, they sometimes push bands into new horizons, which seems like the place where The New Tigers will go after losing drummer Kece. For me, the first thing I noticed was the spritely step in the bands sound; it’s immediately more playful than anything they’ve created before.  You’ll still find swirling guitar work in the background, but the light-hearted attitude is immediately charming.  You’ll be able to find this track, and others on the band’s second LP, which will be released by our great friends over at Soliti Music.

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Download: The New Tigers – Quicksilver [MP3]

Pleased to Meet You: Hanna Cash

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tumblr_mkdn4mcnEE1r821dno1_1364484695_coverYou know I have a penchant for really great jangling pop music, so it’s no surprise that my introduction to Hanna Cash encouraged me to share it with you.  The guitars on this tune have a nice ringing quality, while the drums steady the pace.  All the while, you’ll find the lyrics soothing, almost yearning for you to fall in love here.  Oh, and did I mention that the band is from Manchester, so their sound will continue to grow, backed by a huge history that continues to leave us with endearing bands.

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Bright Pop From Airplanes

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artworks-000032959104-ct80ee-originalBack in November, I brought you guys a taste of a new Fayettville based group going by the name Airplanes.  Today I’m excited to share another new song from the band called “A Little Light” that shows a bit more quality in production when compared to the previous song I shared.  You’ll notice the bright and sunny side of the song that’s something could make your day a little better.  Hope you enjoy.

Stay tuned to April 19th for the release of the band’s new EP on Manic Pop Records.

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Rose Melberg Warms Hearts with PUPS

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246720085-1Is there another lady that works as hard as Rose Melberg?  I’m thinking know, especially now that I discovered this new band she’s working with via Bloodbuzzed.  PUPS just put up their self-titled EP last week for the NYOP fee (remember not to rip off your favorite artists).  I’m really impressed with the drumming on this tune, not to mention the refreshing vocals; it’s amazing how the tightly sloppy drumming can work so well with the quality of the voice.  You definitely need to spend some time today falling in love with this track, as you’ll be better off for it.

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Download: PUPS – Take Your Shoes Off [MP3]

Beautiful Tune From Cloud Boat

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1848I’ll start by saying that I realize I’m a bit late on this new tune so pardon me.  Now that we’ve put that aside, let’s all revel in the beauty that is “Youthern” by London duo Cloud Boat.  It’s hard to describe how much I enjoy this simple tune, but I find it irresistible and enchanting with the soft vocals and well mixed backing beat.  I’ll save anymore words and just see if you feel what I’m feeling.

Cloud Boat will be releasing a full album entitled Book of Hours coming your way on May 20th via R&S Records.

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Brighten Your Day with Songs for Walter

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coverCloudy days always seem to go one or two directions, musically speaking.  I can delve into my sad bastard catalogue, or venture about for some good old fashioned pop gems.  I’m going to do both, but I’m going to share this new Songs for Walter track in hopes that it will pick you up today. Main man Laurie Hulme has a great voice to accompany his pop balladry, and he’s agreed to release a song a month until his next proper full length is ready.  I like the light instrumentation here, with the crisp string sound really doing its job to win me over.  Pay attention to his label, Bleeding Gold, as they’re likely to keep you in the know about future single and that full-length right around the corner.

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Download: Songs for Walter – Family Hold Back [MP3]

Pop Goodness with Victory

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5a.180425It’s amazing to me what the recording process has evolved into over the last several years, allowing one man to really do all the work on his own, much like Victory, the project of multi-instrumentalist Robert Fleming.  His new record, Victory is Music, will be out on April 23rd and it’s filled with catchy hooks and straight-forward pop tunes.  The newest single “Woman” has some vocal inflections that come across as stuttering pop perfection; I also like the fuzz on the guitar.  Something about this jam reminds me of Britt Daniels, so that can’t be a bad thing now can it? Try it on for yourself.

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Download: Victory – Woman [MP3]

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