Last Week’s Jams (3.13 – 3.17)

We obviously had a busy week being out and about in Austin, but we did cover some tracks early in the week we wanted to remind you of from the likes of Cindy and John Andrew. But, the rest of this week’s playlist of tracks includes singles from all the band’s we caught live and fell in love with during SXSW. Fortunately for you, the three of us all have distinctly different tastes, with lots of overlap, so you’re going to get a pretty varied jam session here this Monday morning. Sit back, and stream on.

Drifting Pop from Dreamend

Did you ever listen to that Black Out album by the Good Life? It was filled with these beautiful little folk songs, poured over electronic backbeats and textured soundscapes. That’s sort of where I find this latest Dreamend tune, though I think the vocals have a slight bit more exuberance than the aforementioned act. This tune’s all about building tension, and you can feel the track rise, culminating in its battle with the electronic pulses that invade the tune’s latter half. Strap in and hold on; look for the new self-titled LP on April 6th via Graveface.

The Latest Tune from Dreamend

Dreamend have been toiling around crafting a diverse array of sounds for quite some time…early 00s was when I first took notice. Over a career that long, Ryan’s been able to blend and spin various genres; his latest single has him dancing around collage pop. There’s an amalgam of instrumentation, from the steadying percussion to the loops to the vocals as instrument; layer upon layer seamlessly combined to create a mesmerizing pop number that shimmers more and more as it unfolds. Look for the new self-titled LP to drop on April 6th via Ryan’s label, Graveface.

Contest: The Casket Girls @ Mohawk (8/11)

SONY DSCAs we approach the weekend I think it’s time for a contest to get us ready for good times ahead.  Today we’ve got a couple of tickets up for grabs to a great show on Monday night featuring ATH favorite The Casket Girls at Mohawk.  You and a friend can win a spot on the guest list for this show by simply entering a comment about anything you like.  We’ll select a winner over the weekend, so stay close to your email in case you win!  Don’t forget that fellow Graveface act Dreamend will be on hand as well.

Disclaimer: This will not gain you access to the Clap Your Hands show going on outside.  Lo siento.

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Download: The Casket Girls – Same Side [MP3]

Appleseed Cast @ Mohawk (2/27)

Date 2/27/10
Location Mohawk
Doors 900p
Tickets $10 @ Frontgate

Saturday night at Mohawk is the place to be with a very special set by post-emo Lawrence, KA band Appleseed Cast.  The show is a unique one because the guys will be performing their 2001 masterpiece of a double album Low Level Owl Volume 1 & 2.  Opening support for this one is provided by Dremend.  Also stick around after things wrap up inside for sets by buzzing locals The Clouds Are Ghosts and This Old House.

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Download: Appleseed Cast – Steps And Numbers [MP3]