Tag: Slumberland Records

Two Day Old Tony Molina

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I know as we focus on the immediacy of coverage, it may seem silly that I didn’t cover Tony Molina news when it first hit the other day. Honestly, I was a bit overwhelmed, but as a huge fan of Tony’s work, I really wanted to sit with the tracks and just soak in their charms. Each of the tunes hanging below offers a little bit of a glimpse at Molina’s work over the years, perhaps with a nod towards future works; I keep thinking that “Violets of Dawn” sounds older and wiser while “FC ’23” feels very much steeped in his last few LPs, all of it obviously good. Then he brings on some Gary Olson trumpet for “Faded Holiday” and you know you’re in the right place. All of these tracks feature on a new 21 song long-player titled On This Day coming out November 14th via Slumberland Records/Olde Fade/Speakeasy Studios SF.

Another New Tune from The Telephone Numbers

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This track from Telephone Numbers dropped earlier in the week, but as I continue to swim against the grain in life, I’m just now really digesting it. Honestly, it’s hitting at the right time, as Thomas’ voice on this feels hopeful, whether that’s intentional or not. Musically, there’s no one really doing it better, at least in this fashion, but I can’t help but be drawn to the lighthearted stutter and burst of those sweet vocals, especially when they’re layered with a nice backing touch. I know my sentiment belong solely to me, but if you’re looking for hope in all the wrong places, you’ll love finding it in the below tune…setting you up to grab Scarecrow II from Slumberland Records.

The Cords Release When You Say Goodbye

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While we often comment on the youthfulness of the Cords, it has become more than clear that the duo have no intention of shying away from big pop tracks. I mean, if this track had come out in the 90s, it would have made it onto every single soundtrack or mixtape that came our way. There’s ringing guitars and a left-of-the-dial sentiment, all of it circling like a buzzard high above a horde of pop fans such as ourselves, each one of willing to drop, if only to have these delightful songs play again. Bright pop music might have faded, but songs this good don’t come out every day; you’ll want to grab the self-titled LP on September 26th, courtesy of Slumberland/Skep Wax.

The Cords Deliver I’m Not Sad

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When powerhouse labels like Slumberland and Skep Wax unite for a release, you better believe that there’s something great in store, and the Cords continue to deliver on their early promise with this springy little pop number that I’m playing on repeat over here. It’s a short number, so the duo waste no time, smashing in with a rush of guitars to the head and a smattering of drums. A chorus of “ba ba ba” is an easy way to get a sucker like me drawn right in, and its done with such precision that you can’t help other than to be swept up in the joy that seeps through your speakers. Their self-titled LP will be out on September 26th.

The Telephone Numbers Bring Out Ebb Tide

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After what most of us would consider a remarkable year, Slumberland has one final monster hit to give us (as far as I know!), so we’re here with a new track from The Telephone Numbers. Unlike the first single from Scarecrow II, this one’s got a little more of an expansive feel to it; there’s slide guitar gliding on the horizon, not to mention a settled pace that seems to open the song up a bit. Thomas’ voice throughout this single, yet again, takes on some fascinating notes, particularly when he stretches into the “ebb tide” moments of the chorus. Then the whole band flexes their musicianship to draw it to a close, leaving us with another breathtaking ditty to enjoy. Scarecrow II is out October 10th.

The Cords Announce Debut Record

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It looks like I’ll be giving all my money this year to Slumberland/Skep Wax, as the two powerhouse labels have announced another joint release that I’m surely picking up. Today, the Cords have announced their debut self-titled album, and the new single picks up on all the promise they’ve displayed in the handful of singles that have popped up over the last couple of years. It’s an energetic rush of jangling guitars and steadfast drumming, snappy in the right spots while your cup is brimming with the melodic hooks on the vocal front. There is an innocence that pervades this tune, something that just allows you to lift your head above the foggy clouds of the sad world we live in, and for a moment, catch your breath and relish the joy in the simple things. Really looking forward to the entirety of their debut; it drops on September 26th.

The Telephone Numbers Announce Scarecrow II

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When this song popped up, RayRay insisted that this was possibly the most “Nathan” song to ever exist, and to be fair, he’s not entirely wrong about this single from The Telephone Numbers. You can immediately hear what I love about the San Francisco group, as those chiming jangles ring brightly upon pressing play. But, what I adore about the group, are the way they focus on the vocal delivery; they keep this fireside warmth, sort of sweeping the room with this broad melody that soothes. When the full band joins for backing harmonies too, you know you’re in for the perfect brand of stellar guitar pop. They’ll release Scarecrow II on the only place that makes sense; Slumberland Records will drop the LP on October 10th.

Friday Album Streams: Allo Darlin, Karl Frog, The Wind-Ups and More

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A lot of really great music dropped today, and, well, we’d be poor stewards of the underground if we didn’t point you in the right direction for some of these new releases. You get indiepop legends returning after a lengthy absence; you get a bit of a modern take on the Pastels; try on an eccentric crooner; and end up with a little noise pop. You can’t go wrong with any of these releases, but as always be sure to support the artists and labels!

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Autocamper Drop Proper Single

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One of the highlights of the Summer season, musically speaking, has to be this fresh Autocamper record scheduled for early July. This particular tune has both the directness and the brightness that we’re guaranteed to find in the confines of the album. For those who’ve been following the band, the immediacy is really special, especially when the throaty vocals come into play, channeling a more upbeat version of Beat Happening. I like where the vocals combine, too, as that brings in the ray of sunshine, sprinkling melody all over the listener as the energy rushes forward. Little bit of indie rock, whole lot of hooks; you need to grab the group’s What Do You Do All Day LP, out on July 11th via Slumberland Records/Safe Suburban Home.

Jeanines Share Coaxed a Storm Video

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The rules of this site are that you cannot run consecutive posts from great labels like Slumberland/Skep Wax, who also released the Lighthearted tune we ran twenty minutes ago. So, now that I slid in that Glassio track, here’s a jam from the new Jeanines…a band that should really be the biggest in the world, just on songwriting alone. In this track, the bass line does the dirty work, giving the track this steady groove so that the guitars can jangle and cut up behind. Alicia Jeanine’s vocal performance, as expected, is sparkling, stretching itself to higher notes when called upon, delivering the signature supply of the group’s sound. How Long Can It Last is part of the double punch from the aforementioned labels, dropping next Friday!

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