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More Sprawling Beauty from New Mexico

April 17, 2013 nathan.lankford Leave a comment

I love the way this opening moment of the new single from New Mexico opens up; it’s barely audible, with vocals pushed really high into the mix for their entrance. You’ll have to listen closely to the guitar work in the background, just barely chiming in beneath the electronic wash that coats the song. Perhaps it’s not an immediate sort of track, but the unfolding glory is undoubtedly present the more you let the song sink in to your soul. You can grab their new album, Malpais, next Tuesday; I know I’m getting my hands on a copy.

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Download: New Mexico – Wandering [MP3]

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Something Different with New Mexico

February 22, 2013 nathan.lankford Leave a comment

Sometimes going through my email at the ATH offices I realize that I get stuck in musical ruts, listening to music that I think defines my tastes. But, that being said, this new jam off the upcoming album from New Mexico is sort of taking me in a different direction, although just for a wee bit (probably). There’s something about the track that’s really gotten to me. At times, I can hear a bit of post-punk influence, especially with the opening minute and the manipulating of negative space. I can also hear just a really tried and true alternative rock center. Regardless, I’m digging it. If you feel the same, check out the group’s new album, Malpais, which surfaces on April 23rd.

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Download: New Mexico – Alpha Male [MP3]

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