Category: Tunes

New(ish) Tunes from Veronica Falls

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After releasing their self-titled album on Slumberland Records last fall, Veronica Falls was quick to return to the fold, still rocking out with the same label.  In quick succession they’ve turned around to complete a new 7″, which you can pick up right HERE.  It’s definitely got that 90s pop nostalgia, with brightly swirling guitars and a vocal performance (both male and female) that’s youthful and relaxed.  These are the kind of songs that made us fall in love with the group, so give the band a chance to warm your heart.

[audio:https://austintownhall.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/01-My-Heart-Beats.mp3]

Download: Veronica Falls – My Heart Beats [MP3]

Chilled Out Tunes from Lauren Green

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I’ve really enjoyed the work of Austin band Follow That Bird, so when I found out that Lauren Green was stepping out from the band for a minute to record her own debut EP, Easy Spirits, I was interested to see where her own work would lead her.  Needless to say, I’m really stoked on this whole little EP; it’s got an entirely different feel, but one that you’ll definitely enjoy.

[audio:https://austintownhall.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/quilts.mp3]

Download: Lauren Green – Quilts [MP3]

Hazy New Track from White Birds

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Last fall I caught wind of this great band, White Birds, a Philly group that was creating lush pop music with a nice coat of fog.  Just this past weekend the band released a new track from their debut, When Women Played Drums, which unfortunately will be on a limited cassette release.  Again, they come at us with this really steady pop, with the vocals run through this wash of noise…it sort of reminds me of what I would expect a mello Arcade Fire to come off as if they recorded in the midst of a windstorm.  I don’t know, it’s quiet and gentle, and perfect for my chilled out afternoon jamming.

[audio:https://austintownhall.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/White_Birds_-_Waters.mp3]

Download: White Birds – Waters [MP3]

New British Punk from The Wind-Up Birds

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The Wind-Up Birds are a UK pop-punk band, but it’s clear that the definition of pop punk varies from continent to continent. Vocal delivery is definitely a touch different, which you’ll easily notice–to me it recalls Art Brut in the way it’s very matter of fact, almost spoken word.  The group’s just released their new album, The Land, and it’s full of sharp and jagged guitar licks just like the one here.  If you’re a fan of bouncing punk rock, then this is going to be right up your alley!

[audio:https://austintownhall.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/The-Wind-up-Birds-Cross-Country-01-Cross-Country.mp3]

Download:The Wind-Up Birds – Cross Country [MP3]

Nice Country-Tinged Track from Sons of Fathers

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Sons of Fathers are an up-and-coming Austin band, and with the impending release of their second album, Big Diamond Waltz, coming in August, the boys are prepping to take over Austin…and probably move beyond.  This track below is featured on the album, and it had an appeal to both the indie sorts and the country fans.  It’s that precise balance of sounds that really has the band poised to have a break out year once the release comes out; we wish them the best of luck, but we hope most of all that you’ll enjoy this track as we kick off the week.

[audio:https://austintownhall.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/01-Burning-Days.mp3]

Download:Sons of Fathers – Burning Days [MP3]

More New Jams from Volcano!

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Not less than a month ago I brought you the title track from the new record, Pinata, by Volcano!, so I’m happy to offer up another fun track that I know you’re going to enjoy.  It’s still a little bit off-the-beaten-path pop, using tight guitar work as the backbone of the song.  I swear there’s a moment in the song when Ted Leo makes an appearance, but that’s just wishful thinking.  It doesn’t even matter, as there’s a shaky quality here, but also a soaring pop element that is crafted near the end of the track.  If you like your music to keep you entertained and twisting, then listen to this gem of a tune. Pinata is out June 12th on The Leaf Label.

[audio:https://austintownhall.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/09_Long-Gone.mp3]

Download:Volcano! – Long Gone [MP3]

Killer Tune from So Many Wizards

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This new track popped up on Stereogum yesterday, and I just had to post it.  We’ve heaped praised upon So Many Wizards since back in early 2011, and I’m still supporting, especially as their sound continues to grow.  In February I kind of gave them a nod to old school Shins, and they still have that propensity to dig into the pop realm from a very dense arena; these are the sort of things that always make us happy here at ATH. You can find this song as well as others we’ve raved about on August 14th when the band releases their album, Warm Nothing, via Jaxart Records.

[audio:https://austintownhall.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/So-Many-Wizards-Happy-Birthday.mp3]

Download:So Many Wizards – Happy Birthday [MP3]

Great New Pop from Saint Motel

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The generous dudes over at Saint Motel sent us this track this morning, and I’m so glad they did.  Some groups just have a knack for writing a simple pop tune that is able to rise above standards and find it’s way into constant rotation in your musical life.  The LA quartet is setting up to release their debut, Voyeur, some time this year, and I expect that it’s going to fall somewhere in the vein of bands like Mystery Jets, carefully writing catchy pop numbers I won’t want to share with anyone but myself.  But, just for today, I’d like to share this one with you.

[audio:https://austintownhall.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/05-1997.mp3]

Download:Saint Motel – 1997 [MP3]

Dark Proto-Pop from Holograms

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I’m going to tell you right now that we’re going to have some happier tunes on the site today, so I had to kick off the day with something a little bit edgier, you know, just to keep my rep as the resident rock intact. The Swedish group Holograms has just signed with Captured Tracks (one of our faves), and they’ll be releasing the band’s self-titled debut on July 19th.  This has a bit more of a punk rock feeling than a lot of the current bands working on CT, but still combines a bit of that dance element that keeps the whole world happy.  It’s a fine line, but when it’s walked this well, you’re just going to fall in love.

[audio:https://austintownhall.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/Chasing-My-Mind.mp3]

Download:Holograms – Chasing My Mind [MP3]

Cool Japanese Groove from Shintaro Sakamoto

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We don’t generally cover a lot of world music, but sometimes you get something that transcends language and culture, connecting us all on a level as pop afficionados.  Shintaro Sakamoto used to play in a psychedelic band, Yura Yura Teikoku, but this new solo career has him venturing forth into new territory.  His newest album, How to Live with a Phantom comes out on July 17th via Other Music Recording Co.  My ears hear elements of tropicalia, just with a slightly more casual approach.  Admittedly I have no idea what he’s saying, but I love this song nonetheless.

[audio:https://austintownhall.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/01-In-A-Phantom-Mood.mp3]

Download:Shintaro Sakamoto – In A Phantom Mood [MP3]

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