Category: Tunes

Great Upbeat Track from Big Wave Riders

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Last year Big Wave Riders released a nice little EP that caught my attention, so with news that the band will finally have a full length coming out later this year via Soliti Music, I just had to post about it.  Never mind the fact that I already love this group’s first release; this new track is absolutely marvelous.  Honestly, I know the music isn’t as fitting, but there’s a vocal element at times that reminds me of Jarvis during “Common People.”  Listen closely and see if you can hear it too! If not, then just enjoy this song for as long as your mouse will let you hit repeat; I’ve been doing it all day.

[audio:https://austintownhall.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/Waiting-In-The-Wings.mp3]

Download:Big Wave Riders – Waiting In The Wings [MP3]

New Song from Var (formerly War)

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This song has been floating all over the Internet this morning as the Danish group formerly known as War changed their name to Var–you might also know about the group already due to their relationship (read: participation) with Iceage.  There’s a really throbbing electronic element to this track, and while I realize that the vocals are not the most pristine, there is some element of this song that keeps me coming back.  I don’t know, there’s some tribal element in the demi-chant, and I just want to play the song loudly here in my little office. Hope you dig it, and who knows, maybe they’ll play the track as a pre-cursor when they come to Austin next month for Chaos in Tejas.

[audio:https://austintownhall.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/20120504_specials_yourarms.mp3]

Download: Var – Your Arms [MP3]

Great Sprawling Track from Wildeflower

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Over here in the States we’re probably not too familiar with Wildeflower, but after listening to the tracks off their Good Girl/Amazing Discovery 7″, I’m expecting that to change–of course, that all hinges upon people believing my hype machine (I don’t think they do).  The recording of this B-Side song is perfect; you can barely make out the audible bird chirps in the background.  Musically, it seems to fit that natural world sound, crafting a track that seems to fit perfectly within some far off landscape.  If you play this song again and again, you’re going to get immense rewards–all of which will make you a huge fan of Wildeflower.

[audio:https://austintownhall.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/SEMORT04-02-Amazing-Discovery.mp3]

Download:Wildeflower – Amazing Discovery [MP3]

Show Preview: Tennis @ the Parish (5/8)

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Date Tuesday, May 8th
Location The Parish
Doors 800 pm
Tickets $13 from Frontgate

Indie-pop with female vocals has really taken over the Interwebs in the last few years, and leading that attack (along with others) has been Tennis.  The group returns to Austin on Tuesday night over at the Parish, coming into town to support their recent release, Young and Old.  It’s a gem of an album, and the group’s sounds will assuredly sound spectacular coming through the great sound system at the Parish. Opening the evening will be Vacationer, so it won’t be too late an evening, but it will be something you pop lovers will absolutely have to attend.

[audio:https://austintownhall.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/01-It-All-Feels-The-Same.mp3

Download:Tennis – It All Feels The Same [MP3]

 

Noisy Little Rocker from No Monster Club

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If you’re looking for a band that lives somewhere between Fresh and Onlys and Wavves, then let me introduce you to No Monster Club!  The group came to my attention as I was following one of my favorite smaller labels, CF Records.  They’ve recently helped this Irish trio put out a small small run of their newest LP, Dublin, and it’s a pretty solid introduction to the band.  Below you’ll find a rambunctious bit of garage pop filled with infectious hooks and a bit of disregard for hi-fi recordings.  Maybe it’s just me, but I can’t get this jam out of my head.

[audio:https://austintownhall.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/No-Monster-Club-Be-My-Bone.mp3]

Download:No Monster Club – Be My Bone [MP3]

More Great Rock n’ Roll from Fidlar

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I’ve already raved about Fidlar from some time, so when this new track surfaced, I couldn’t help but fall back in love with the band.  It’s a great jam for a Friday, with garage rock jangling kicking on for the duration of the track.  It’s even a bit sloppy at parts with the vocals getting a touch scratchy.  When I came across this song it also came news that Mom and Pop had picked up the band, so we can expect a full length of rocking jams to come from the band later on in the year–at least that’s what I’m hoping for.

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

Download: Fidlar – Got No Money [MP3]

Great Track from Pet Milk

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If you follow this site, you’ve got to know my affinity for really well written indie-pop tunes, so I was pleased to come across Pet Milk through the suggestion of Literature front-man, Nate. Apparently, the Philly group carries with them some members of Brown Recluse (a solid band on Slumberland), but Adriane’s vocals on this recording provided a nice little twist to the band’s sound, giving it a hint of warm sexuality.  Still, you’ll find my favorite musical trademarks like heavy-handed guitar jangles and anxious drumming; be sure to stay tuned for the great end to to the track.  You can find tons of songs from the band over HERE, but don’t forget to donate a little bit to the band’s efforts!

[audio:https://austintownhall.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/PET-MILK-Philadelphia-Punklife-01-Phantom-Lovers.mp3]

Download: Pet Milk – Phantom Lovers [MP3]

New Rockin’ Jam From Virals

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Virals is the brand new garage rocking style group from former Lovvers frontman Shaun Hencher.  The recently put together group provides a style most similar to maybe Terry Malts or Ty Segall which is evidenced by the tune found below “Gloria”.  Another song from the band called “Coming Up With the Sun” can also be streamed via the soundcloud website.  A short 4 song EP, Coming Up With the Sun, will further introduce everyone to the new group on May 7th via Tough Love Records.

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

Download: Virals – Gloria [MP3]

New(ish) Jam from The Tough Shits

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Please don’t let the name here mislead you, these dudes aren’t nearly as tough as the name would indicate! That being said, you should listen to them to figure out precisely why, and if you do, you’ll be rewarded with a solid bouncy track from The Tough Shits.  The group recently released their self-titled debut on Burger Records; it’s full of bouncy janglers and pop ditties with just a hint of a “tough” edge.  These are the sort of tracks I can 100% stand beind, so if you need something fun and spirited, then you get behind these guys right now!

[audio:https://austintownhall.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/2_Birds_Dont_Get_Tired_of_Flying.mp3]

Download: The Tough Shits – Birds (Don’t Get Tired of Flying) [MP3]

 

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