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It’s funny how you can search for the perfect record to listen to, and then out of nowhere, you come across something new, something wonderful. London’s The Superimposers won me over today as I grabbed a few tracks from their newest album Sunshine Pops. This is just classic pop in the best way, the kind that makes you see double rainbows on the horizon. One listen, and you’ll surely feel the same.
Download: The Superimposers – The Beach [MP3]
Over the last few years, I’ve grown to be a moderate fan of Matthew Dear and the beats he creates as a DJ/Producer/musician. The music I’m hearing from his new album Black City (out August 17th) may turn me into an even bigger fan. Below you’ll find why I’m hot on this guy’s trail with new song “Soil to Seed” off the upcoming record. You can also pick up another track on his website called “I can’t Feel” for the price of an email address.
Download: Matthew Dear – Soil to Seed [MP3]
We first caught a glimpse of the power behind Screaming Females when they opened up for Ted Leo. They wowed us then, and they are here to wow you as well. The band has a new album titled Castle Talk coming out on September 14th, and its going to be killer. One listen to single “I Don’t Mind It” and you can see why they’ve been winning fans all over with their classic alternative rock sounds. Get ready for this band to win your heart.
Download: Screaming Females – I Don’t Mind It [MP3]
Who likes power pop? I do. I do. Seriously, when I heard The Biters, I just went straight to iTunes and grabbed their EP. I mean, its part Exploding Hearts, part Gentleman Jesse, and all parts just awesome. There’s nothing arty or dancy, or even intricate for that matter, it’s just straight ahead rock n’ roll, like the good old days. It fuels you with energy, and it’ll make your smile large. You gid?
Download: The Biters – Hang Around [MP3]
What can I say about Australian pop? Man, it sucks me in every single time, but I won’t complain. My newest find is The Boat People who just released their album Dear Darkly overseas. It’s got this atmospheric quality to the staple indie pop sound, and on the single “Soporific” the chorus is completely juxtaposed to the regular versus. It’s a splendid style of songwriting. Give this a try.
Download: The Boat People – Soporific [MP3]
Veteran indie-pop band Versus were long thought dead after their much publicized breakup around 2001. But then, wait, the group got back together for a few shows in 2008, re-worked their lineup and decided it was once again time to make music. So now in 2010, Versus are planning to release their first LP in ten years entitled On the Ones and Threes via Merge on August 3rd. I don’t think anyone really knows what to expect from the new joint, but I do know I like the track below. Welcome back kids.
Download: Versus – Gone to Earth [MP3]
For some reason, dance music never really goes away, and that’s not a bad thing, entirely. I’m pretty picky about my dance tracks, and I’ve found a new one I’ve been enjoying all day long. Villa Cola have just released their self-titled Villa Cola EP, and it’s got some great subdued dance grooves going on throughout its entirety. You’re sure to find enjoyment in every song, so head out and find this small gem of a dance album.
Download: Villa Cola – Modern Lovers [MP3]
After touring with Wolf Parade, The Cinammon Band made quite an impression. So much so that they were fortunate enough to be invited to record at the band’s Mt. Zoomer studio. The session left the group with a four song EP of swelling indie rock full of melody and soul, something you wouldn’t expect necessarily from a duo to pull off so successfully. But on the All Dressed EP (out 8/10), they do, and they do so with promise for a future full of great sounds. Here’s to the future.
Download: The Cinnamon Band – I’m Asking You [MP3]
Austin’s very own metal thrashing lords of rock The Sword are heating things up later this summer with a new LP entitled Warp Riders. Prior to that release, the group have this new single “Tres Brujas” available now to ease your appetite for face melting. The group continues to satisfy my very small desire to occasionally rock out to guitar heavy/in your face rock. Go!
Download: The Sword – Tres Brujas [MP3]
The big news of the interwebs today has been the sounds of a new Walkmen song called “Stranded”. As far as we can see, the tune is only streaming on most sites, but we’ve got a nice little download for you below. The very Walkmen-esque slow burner will appear on the group’s latest LP Lisbon which is set for release on Sep. 14th via Fat Possum. We’re sorry we every doubted you guys.
Download: The Walkmen – Stranded [MP3]
