Category: Tunes

Sprawling New Song from Lost Left

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Lost Left is a three-piece, recording their music somewhere between London and Glasgow.  They’ve just put up their new record, Levollinen, which has really caught my attention.  It’s full of these extended soundscapes, crafted with truly remarkable melodies that come in and out, and then in again.  It takes a truly willing ear to listen to this record in its entirety, but the reward you receive will have you reeling.  It’s some of the more emotional compositions I’ve stumbled upon this year, and the band’s currently offering it up for the convenient Name Your Price.  If you’re looking to lose yourself this weekend, this is the perfect place to find yourself.

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Download:Lost Left – Thank You For The Lung [MP3]

Great Garage Jangle-r from Blooper

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It’s taken me almost a full week to completely recover from SXSW, but luckily I can go to our friend Toby’s site, Finest Kiss, and catch up on the good stuff he’s stumbled upon in his neck of the woods (Seattle).  This track he ran by Blooper is superb, and reminds me a lot of basically every sweet jam I’ve been rocking in my house for the last several years.  There’s a bit of swing within the jangle, and an infectious aura that sucks you in.  The band’s working on a new EP as of now, but they’ve also got a free Ballard Avenue EP you can grab to wet your appetite while you wait if you go HERE.

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Download:Blooper – Secret Song [MP3]

New(ish) Music From Lost In The Trees

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Not sure how I missed out on the new album A Church That Fits Our Needs from Lost In The Trees.  It’s already out now on Anti Records and can be purchased straight from the label’s website or in your local record store.  Despite my tardiness, I wanted to post the group’s most recent single “Golden Eyelid” to share with you guys.  It’s a very haunting song with impressive vocals that keep reminding me of Jonas Bjerre of Mew for some reason.  Check out the song below.

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Download: Lost In The Trees – Golden Eyelids [MP3]

Quirky Pop Gem from Volcano!

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Beginning with an odd stutter-step propulsion, this new track from Chicago’s Volcano! moves into a space occupied by few in the indie spectrum.  The group’s combination of electronics and off-kilter timing makes for a hard pill to swallow; it’s immediacy is not apparent, but repeated listens find you warming to the spastic pop gem. The group are set to release Pinata, their third record, on June 12th via the Leaf Label, and it’s shaping up to be a listening experience you aren’t likely to find anywhere else. Seriously, a patient ear will lead you to the immense pleasure this track has to offer.

[audio:https://austintownhall.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/01-Piñata-1.mp3]

Download:Volcano – Pinata [MP3]

New Song from S Carey

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A few years back S. Carey released All We Grow, which I felt was a highly underrated, or unnoticed, album.  It got some press for his participation with Bon Iver, but having seen him live since then, I think he definitely deserves some recognition on his own.  Perhaps he’ll achieve that goal when he releases his Hoyas EP via JagJaguwar  in May.  Based on this first listen, he’s still building his own little soundscapes, often based around small loops and intricate instrumental flourishes.  I suppose this could fall under the electronica spectrum, but you know Carey’s probably writing all these little elements himself.  Regardless, sounds pretty solid.

[audio:https://austintownhall.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/01-Two-Angles-1.mp3]

Download:S. Carey – Two Angles

New Dream Pop from Little Chords

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If you dig hard enough, you can find some really incredible groups putting out records on bandcamp.  That’s how I discovered this great number from Little Chords, an act hailing from Vancouver. After doing my research, I was shocked to find out that it’s Jamison from Teen Daze, who’s winning over a lot of people on the Internet.  This Little Chords effort isn’t as dance heavy, instead reminding me of the bedroom works of Jack from Wild Nothing.  You can find this song, as well as other on the new record just released called Afterlife. It’s definitely repeated spin worthy.

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Download:Little Chords – Always/Never [MP3]

More Hooks from Literature

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We’re nearing the release date of Literature‘s Arab Spring (April 10th), which will be our first AustinTownHall Records release, working with our friend Chris over at Square of Opposition.  Sure, I’m easily biased as I believe whole-heartedly in this record, but I wanted to share another track to convince you that you’ll need a copy in your hands!  “14 Seconds” opens the album, setting the mood for a jangling indie pop record that inevitably gets you to swing your hips as the record completely sucks you in.  You definitely need to head HERE to get your pre-order on before you have to hunt down this brilliant release!

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Download:Literature – 14 Seconds [MP3]

Catchy Pop Number from Boxer the Horse

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How many bands have you heard of from Prince Edward Island? Well, if you haven’t, you need to mark Boxer the Horse down on your list as band to adore.  The quartet are back with their second album, French Residency, and it’s a gem.  A lot of the record really harkens back to the innocent pop of the Lucksmiths, but I couldn’t resist throwing this number out there, as it’s definitely one of those you can play over and over. You might also find a bit of Pavement in the vocals/lyrics, just as the guitars cascade with bliss, grabbing you by the ears and rocking you out. I’ve been jamming this one all day long.

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Download:Boxer the Horse – Rattle Your Cage [MP3]

Great New Track from Grass Widow

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I’ve been keeping an eye on Grass Widow since our friend Toby over at FinestKiss posted on them long ago, and lately it seems I’ve been hearing a lot more press about them–surely a good sign!  The group’s third full-length, Internal Logic, comes out on May 22nd via their own HLR label, and I’m growing more excited as new tunes leak out.  This newest jam definitely has a lot more blank space for the group to meander, but  I like the quirky brooding quality of the guitars; you also can’t argue with great female vocal harmonies.  Get excited for this release!

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Download:Grass Widow – Goldilocks Zone [MP3]

More New Tunes from Royal Headache

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A little less than a month ago I brought you THIS sweet new jam from Royal Headache, and now we’ve got another awesome number to toss your way.  While their first number had a bit more ferociousness, this new track has a bit more of a relaxed feeling to it; still, it offers up a great bit of soul from vocalist, Shogun, which is just another reason people are so excited for this group. You’ll find yourself loving the self-titled debut when it comes out May 8th, courtesy of What’s Your Rupture.  And, if you love it like I do, then you’ll have the opportunity to catch the band as they hit the States this summer (including Austin dates!).

[audio:https://austintownhall.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/royal-headache-down-the-lane.mp3]

Download: Royal Headache – Down the Lane

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