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It seems that we missed this new Mason Jennings song when it first came out so we thought it was a good time to go on and share it with you kids. The track “Dakota” appears on new album The Flood which hit stores recently and can be purchased online. You can of course expect a proper review of the new album coming soon.
Download: Mason Jennings – Dakota [MP3]
When we brought you news of Young Man and his Boy EP, we had no idea that some of the songs from that session lay in wait for a later date in time. We were happy today to find that My Old Kentucky Blog was releasing a new track from Colin Caulfield, as preparation for a new single to be released next Tuesday, December 7th. This song stranger shows Caulfield going in a similar direction, but with more room for meandering in his own mind, which will definitely benefit the inner workings of our own musical ears. Yet another reason we should all continue to look forward to Young Man‘s work in the future.
Download: Young Man – Strangers [MP3]
So we literally just posted a new song from The Dears last week and now yet another new one has popped up on the internets. This new tune is called “Blood” and will also appear on the band’s upcoming Degeneration Street due out February 15th on Dangerbird Records. I can’t say I’m feeling this one as much as the other new jam “Omega Dog”. Anyone care to disagree?
Download: The Dears – Blood [MP3]
You’ve been looking all over town to find that new great Austin band, the one you can adore for years to come, right? Well, I’ve got the inside scoop on one of the rising bands in Austin, and you won’t be disappointed when you take one listen to Literature. Here’s the scoop…
We absolutely loved Welcome Joy, the last album by The Cave Singers, so you know we’re going to be really excited by their new record, No Witch. Of course, you’ll notice a label change, as they’ve ended up on JagJaguwar instead of Matador. It’s got that same whispering folk feel we’ve come to love from the band, all made every bit more gentle by Quirk’s throaty vocal approach. You can expect to see No Witch on February 22nd of next year, so get ready for another incredibly brilliant piece of work from the group.
Downlaod: The Cave Singers – Swim Club [MP3]
| Date | 12/1/10 |
|---|---|
| Location | Mohawk |
| Doors | 9pm |
| Tickets | $6 @ Door |
California indie rock band Birds & Batteries are making a stop on the inside stage at Mohawk this Wednesday evening. Now the Mohawk website says locals Sleep Good are your middle band while several sites claim locals Sunset will be on hand? Who knows! We love em both really. ATH favorites the Authors will also be on hand providing your opening support. Our amigos over at Sonic Itch also have a tasty little contest going for passes and Birds & Batteries merch.
[audio: https://austintownhall.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/TheVillain.mp3]Download: Birds & Batteries – The Villain [MP3]
While we wait for a debut full-length from the group, Captured Tracks is doing a great job keeping our interest piqued in The Jameses. Today they’re releasing the group’s new Caribou/Fifth Dimension 7″. If you recall, we were all about their track “The Haunted Rider”, and right now, it looks like we’ll be all about Caribou too! You’ll still find a little bit of that echo-y effect running through the vocals of this track, but the vocals seem to have a different approach, almost as if they’re doing their own version of a post-rock jangle. Regardless, this should continue to keep you looking forward to the upcoming debut from this band, as this is just another little gem from The Jameses.
Download: The Jameses – Caribou [MP3]
The eccentric songwriter FM Cornog is ready to release another album under his East River Pipe moniker on February 15th via Merge Records. The album, We Live In Rented Rooms, features more of Cornog’s songs about his bleak outlook on the American way of life. A preview of the new album can be heard below in the form of new tune “Cold Ground”. The subject matter may be sad, but it’s kinda catchy.
Download: East River Pipe – Cold Ground [MP3]
We’ve all been running a little lethargically with the holiday season upon us, so I thought I would kick start Monday with a bit of amplified heat. We’re bringing you a new single from Pujol, and this one’s got the backing of Jack White, seeing as he’s the man who produced it, not to mention the man putting it out on Third Man Records. You’ll find furiously pounding drums in the forefront, with some really clever guitar work going on throughout, all bringing some powerfully energetic rock n’ roll. This kid can play, which is no surprise, as you wouldn’t expect Jack to back someone who can’t play their instrument. If you dig it, get your hands on the Black Rabbit 7″.
Download: Pujol – Too Safe [MP3]
It seems like the Dears are one of the most under appreciated bands in Canada, and we’re always hoping that they’ll make a huge breakthrough Stateside. Their latest effort, Degeneration Street will be hitting the streets on February 15th via Dangerbird Records, and everything we’ve heard so far has us once again delighted about the possibilities from their forthcoming album. It’s not even fair to compare these guys to anyone, as they never cease to reinvent themselves, for better, time and time again. Definitely going to be loving this track for months to come.
Download: The Dears – Omega Dog [MP3]
