Category: Tunes

New Jam from Wavves

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Finally! I’ve got something on Nathan Williams! I’ve actually met Dave Grohl. Twice. Why does this matter you ask? Well, Nathan, and his band, Wavves, just released a new track tonight, “I Wanna Meet Dave Grohl,” which will appear on the band’s Life Sux EP, which hits the stores on September 20th. Honestly, I wasn’t entirely convinced of Williams’ talent until the last year and a half or so, but he’s cleaned up the production, and included great hooks, like those you’ll find here.  His star was rising long ago, but I feel as if this will only continue if he progresses the way he’s been heading.  I mean, come on, just look at that face.  Put that with a track like this and you’re bound to be a huge success. Now, if only I can get that girl from Best Coast to be my girlfriend.

[audio:https://austintownhall.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Wavves-I-Wanna-Meet-Dave-Grohl.mp3]

Download: Wavves – I Wanna Meet Dave Grohl [MP3]

More New Music from Gross Magic

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A few weeks ago I brought you a jam from UK up-and-comer Gross Magic.  I’m going to go ahead and take credit for pushing this band on the masses, as they seem to be exploding on the Interwebs at this moment. As we get closer to the American release date of the Teen Jamz EP on October 11th via Fat Possum, more music is floating out.  One listen to this beat-laden track, and you’ll begin to realize precisely why I find GM so interesting, making the sound more than just your average pop collage piece.  This is definitely one of my favorite short EPs of the year.

[audio:https://austintownhall.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/03-Sweetest-Touch.mp3]

Download: Gross Magic – Sweetest Touch [MP3]

New Chamber Pop from Miracles of Modern Science

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You’ve got to love the progression of modern string instruments, moving beyond classical music and into the mainstream with bands like Arcade Fire and Final Fantasy.  This trend continues with your introduction to Miracles of Modern Science, a band bred in the Ivy Leagues.  They’ll be releasing their new record, Dog Years, next week, and it’s definitely going to catch the ears of many, as it employs creativity and hooks that grab you right away.  Clever instrumentation can only go so far, but it’s clear that this band has so much more to offer, so spend some time with this track below in order to fall in love like we did over here at ATH.

[audio:https://austintownhall.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/sr20110825_mp3_miraclesofmodernscience.mp3]

Download: Miracles of Modern Science – Eating Me Alive [MP3]

New Tunes from ARMS (Todd Goldstein of Harlem Shakes)

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In case you missed out on the now defunct Harlem Shakes, I’m here to let you know you missed something quite special.  For now, we can all make due with ARMS, the project of Todd Goldstein, formerly of HS.  He’s done some work on his own, but he’s now recruited a few friends to help flesh out the sound of ARMS.  His new moniker in tow, he’ll be releasing Summer Skills on November 8.  Some of the tracks, like the one below, you can find on a free EP over on the group’s BANDCAMP, but as for the rest, you’ll have to wait until November before you get to fall wholeheartedly in love.

[audio:https://austintownhall.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/ARMS-EP-02-Heat-Hot-Water.mp3]

Download: ARMS – Heat & Hot Water [MP3]

New Music From Nurses

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I’ve really enjoyed the music created by Portland based outfit Nurses since the first time I heard their track “Caterpillar Playground”.  This new tune called “Trying to Reach You” found below is making me an even bigger fan of the group.  You can get your hands on a new LP entitled Dracula from Nurses on September 20th via Dead Oceans.  Me gusta.

[audio: https://austintownhall.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/tryingtoreachyou.mp3]

Download: qNurses – Trying to Reach You [MP3]

New Dream Pop from Work Drugs

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When I first listened to this record by Work Drugs, I thought they surely had something going with Captured Tracks; it captures that minimal sound with warm melodies and quiet vocals. But, I was wrong, as these guys are going it alone, so your best bet is to get out there and support them.  They’ve just self-released their album, Summer Blood, and you can grab it for yourself over on the group’s BANDCAMP page.  If you’re looking for something in the vein of bedroom construction to wrap up your summer, then you better get on it soon, as this band is doing a great job crafting that sound.

[audio:https://austintownhall.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Work-Drugs-Summer-Blood-02-Rad-Racer.mp3]

Download: Work Drugs – Rad Racer [MP3]

New Jam From PAPA

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Been enjoying this new song from called “I am the Lion King” from L.A. based pop outfit PAPA.  The tune features Darren Weiss who drums for indie superstars Girls.  It’s a catchy little tune that appears on the band’s new EP A Good Woman Is Hard To Find due out October 4th on Hit City USA Records.  Enjoy.

[audio: https://austintownhall.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/02-I-Am-The-Lion-King.mp3]

Download: PAPA – I Am The Lion King [MP3]

New Slow Burner from Crooked Fingers

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Eric Bachmann wrote one of my favorite all-time songs, and I’m sorry to say that it wasn’t while he was working with Archers of Loaf, though they have great tracks as well.  The song was called “Man O’ War,” and you can watch the video (and realize why I love it) HERE. Ever since then, I’ve enjoyed everything he’s done, especially his work with Crooked Fingers; it’s got everything to do with his powerful voice.  The band has a new album, Breaks in the Armor, coming out on Merge on October 11th, and like most things off the Carolina label, it’s going to be stunning. Trust me.

[audio:https://austintownhall.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Crooked-Fingers-Typhoon.mp3]

Download: Crooked Fingers – Typhoon [MP3]

New Slacker Jam from Sleeping Bag

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I sincerely doubt that the term “slacker” really applies to Sleeping Bag, and I’m sure they’d agree; however, you can’t help but see that unaffected approach to the lyrical delivery.  Still, the guitars are exactly what a lot of us look for, chugging along, somewhere between power-pop and garage rock.  This Indiana group just released their self-titled album, and it’s been a joy just going through these tracks one after another.  Somehow they have this personal affect over me, and it might be nostalgia, but I’m calling it just good tunes. Spin this, and be sure to support these guys if you like what you hear!

[audio:https://austintownhall.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/01-Slime.mp3]

Download: Sleeping Bag – Slime [MP3]

New Track (and EP) from Saadi

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In my mind, today is a sort of world music day.  We’re fortunate to get lots of stuff from all across the globe, so I was super stoked to get this peppy little number from Syrian-born Saadi.  She’s releasing her new Take It Easy EP, and based on this, it’s going to be sort of a chilled-out good time.  My early opinion is that this single lives somewhere between the sweetness Lily Allen and the club flavor of Santigold.  Clearly it’s meant solely for your musical enjoyment, perhaps even your latest mixtape.  Give it a go, and I’m sure you’ll find a little more bounce in your step.

[audio:https://austintownhall.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/TakeItEasy.mp3]

Download: Saadi – Take It Easy [MP3]

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