Nice To Meet You, Kid Astray

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kid astray image by akam1k3You all know by now that we are full on suckers for a great pop song. I was trolling about the internets and came across Norway’s Kid Astray. Scandinavia is churning out some hits these days and this hits all the marks for indie pop bliss – plinking synth, great bass line, lovely hooks, harmonies and the break and build. “Diver” plays as Tear For Fears meets Wild Cub. I was sad to see we missed them when they came for SxSW in 2014. Bummer. The album Home Before The Dark is out June 15.

Soundtracking your holiday weekend, people…

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ATX Premiere: Rain Collectors Release Single

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rainyThere’s an old guard in the Austin music scene, filled with bands who’ve been playing together for years.  But, at some point the youngsters in town are going to take over, which is where we find Mr. Santiago and Ms. Blair, the duo working together as Rain Collectors.  Both artists have their own acts, Growl and AMA, respectively, but they step outside of these two projects to craft gentle folk music together.  Their new single relies upon very few lyrics, choosing instead to revolve the emotional pull around the tune’s structure, filling in empty space with piano and drums to add extra textures to the track.  For those worried about when the talent in Austin will run out, rest assured, there’s new territory being explored by the young guard, and Rain Collectors is one of those acts to keep an eye on; look for a new EP later this year. 

Fuck Yea Friday: New Seapony Tune

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seaNothing is going to brighten my day like listening to a Seapony tune, especially when it’s a brand new one from the Seattle group; they now appear to be a quartet, which means they’ve employed live drums on this record.  It should come as no surprise that live drums are adding to the already near perfect indiepop music the band have crafted over their last two albums.  For me, this is just the perfect way to bounce around on a Friday, so I held onto the track overnight, just so you’re day would be joyous and celebratory.  They’ve titled their new release A Vision, and it’s being released on July 31st.

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ATX Spotlight: Institute Unleash New Single

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instAustin’s had a pretty solid week single bringing out music.  We had a hit from Orthy, Jesse Jenkins and now we’ve got this Institute track (there was also a new Future Death tune floating about). The music has this propulsive proto-punk, though the latter half of the track has a little bit more of a quirky art-rock approach.  The vocals, by and large, are delivered in a sort of matter-of-fact spoken fashion, which works against the guitar’s created sounds; it’s unsettling, creating a haunting that will surely win over new listeners. Look for Catharsis on June 9th via Sacred Bones Records.

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ATX Spotlight: Jesse Jenkins

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jesseYou may know Jesse Jenkins from his bass and vocal work in our very own Pure X, but Jesse decided to step out for some work on his own, self titled, project. This track, “Hotel Rising,” is our first listen from that project, and it has this laid back, almost jazzy vibe to it at its start, with airy percussion and tinkling piano. As it progresses, we get the intermittent introduction of synths that wail in and out of the delicately crafted song. The vocals are gentle yet gripping, and so are the guitar riffs that dominate the track. Get ready for more from Jesse Jenkins coming soon.  

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Show Preview: Pree @ Empire Control Room (5/22)

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Date 5/22/15
Location Empire
Doors 8pm
Tickets $5 online/$8 @ Door

It seems like Friday night is yet another one of those nights in Austin with tons of live music options to fit just about anyone’s musical tastes.  Lankford and I may be checking out Hamilton down at the Parish or hopping over to see Sungod at Red 7.  For those looking to see a promising out of town act on the cheap, head over to Empire for a show by DC based Pree.  You should definitely check out my SXSW interview with the band while you’re at it.  Locals fill out the lineup with Silver Ships kicking things off and Auroravore playing right before the headliners.

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New Rock N’ Roll Frolicking from The Sandwitches

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sandyIt seems that the train ride with the Sandwitches is almost over, which is sad, as some are just getting on board with the group’s sound.  Their darkened tones on this new LP have been much discussed, but the music you’ll find on their latest single exemplifies how well the band execute a rolling rock song.  It’s got an understated guitar jangle, yet it employs the girls’ playful vocals,which always raise the listeners spirits. Our Toast, the final album, will be out on June 9th via Empty Cellar Records.

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Turbulent Single/Video From Heather Woods Broderick

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heatherbroderick.10It wasn’t too long ago that I shared with you the first single and album announcement for Heather Woods Broderick’s newest effort, Glider. Today, I’m happy to bring you yet another exciting and promising track from that album as well as a lovely music video to accompany such a forceful tune. “Wyoming” adds a little more drama and rock to the already ethereal style that Woods Broderick brings to the table; I’m enjoying the juxtaposition of raw guitar with her gorgeous voice. You can preorder Glider here, before its July 10th release date via Western Vinyl.

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What Can’t Destroyer Do?

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dan-bejarI mean really? Over the years, we’ve heard Dan Bejar’s Destroyer go several different musical directions, and with “Dream Lover,” we get a step in the dream rock direction. Judging from the 8 times I’ve played this song since I first heard it, it’s a step in the right direction. This song is huge from the start, and then somehow gets even bigger with its horns-a-blazing finish. Bejar dreams of being lovers on the run, and the breezy music seems to capture this free spirited dream. Such is the perfect track to get you stoked for his upcoming album, Poison Season, which is out August 28th via Merge Records here in the States. August can’t come soon enough.

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Way Interested in Nap Eyes

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nappyApparently Nap Eyes is a band that’s slipped beyond everyone’s awareness, at least here in the United States.  The first reason the band caught my eye is that it features members of Monomyth and Each Other…two bands I’ve heard of and adored.  Then there’s this song; it’s fucking great.  It’s got this steady pace to it, as if the song was created simply to back the spoken word.  It’s like a modern twist on the music that nerds fell in love with…see fans of The Feelies and They Might Be Giants.  The group will re-release their hit Whine of the Mystic on July 10th via Paradise of Bachelors and You’ve Changed Records.

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