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Natalie Jane Hill Shares Colors

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Simply put, Natalie Jane Hill is a voice you should all be swimming towards. We’ve been praising the previous singles from Hopeful Woman, but this new jam is just a special piece that’ll stop you in your path. It’s got these beautiful arrangements that buoy the track, from trickling little piano lines to sweeping string pieces that accentuate the vocal tones. Speaking of that voice…it’s embracing a maturity that usually comes from years and years of songwriting and performances; it feels like she’s standing on a stage and everything behind her has faded away, as her voice its on spotlight on the songwriter. Such a striking tune and a special way to work on a Thursday. Hopeful Woman is out on March 6th via Dear Life Records.

New Track from Amiture Music

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Woke up this morning looking for something a little more aggressive than the usual vibe, and while I wouldn’t necessarily call Amiture Music dangerous, they are offering something that’s a little more structurally angry. For me, the drum work sets the tone and thundering drum rolls dominate the tune throughout. That being said, the melodic discord of the guitar sound feels ominous, as if we’re on the edge being destroyed. Together they have this energy that perfectly contrasts the nature of the vocals; those notes feel a little more dramatic, hitting this performance style that pushes back against the musical side. Stoked on this tune, and looking forward to their self-titled LP via Dots Per Inch on March 20th.

Another Rad Track from Exek

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You can’t ignore the Melbourne scene folks, you can’t even try to keep it down, nor would we want to do so, especially when it comes to Exek. The group are focused on the release of their new LP, Prove the Mountains Move, which is being handled by DFA. What I love about the band’s sound, coinciding with this single, is that you never quite know what you’re going to get, with their sound seemingly bleeding into some stretched out brand of pop, perhaps even nodding to the title of the record at hand; it’s glacially paced, yet never once did I feel bored in the confines of the song. It operates like a spiritual, nearing a chanting mentality as it rises into a blissful close. You can listen to the new LP when it hits on February 27th.

Cranking That New Voxtrot Jam

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We hear at ATH are super excited for the forthcoming Voxtrot record, and another song means another moment we can take to celebrate the work of the group. On my end, I think the sparkle in this track comes from Ramesh’s voice; he captures this majesty and exhibits such range that it reminds me of his incredible songwriting prowess. Don’t get me wrong…if the rhythm section weren’t as tight and playful beneath the surface, none of it would come off as successfully as it does here. Plus, there’s the horn arrangements that add in a layer of texture that lifts the melody right into your ears. It doesn’t hurt that the video sees a group smiling and enjoying themselves once again…which perhaps is equally as powerful as the song itself. Dreamers in Exile will be out February 27th!

Nicamus Share Merry Single

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I don’t think Nicamus is quite the household indie rock name, but maybe that’s better off for all of us trolling small blogs like our own; you get to keep something really special to yourself, even if you’re trying to share it! Their latest single is an ode to fellow Portland artists Meredith Zall, and it is a pretty special tune that I’ve been cranking out in my head all day. It actually works on sort of two different levels, for me at least. I love the light jangle, just sort of hanging out, crisp and sharp in my speakers…it’s that angular punk connection. But, the vocals almost seem to take on a bit more of a sense of longing and fervor, especially when they stretch to the higher octaves. It all comes together so beautifully that I just had to let you in one one of my secret favorite bands.

New Music from The Rural Alberta Advantage

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When you press play on any track from The Rural Alberta Advantage, Nils voice always feels like home; the familiarity immediately establishes rapport between the band and the listener…such is the power of his voice. The stripped back nature of this tune totally sunk me, pulling me into the heavy strum while the vocals carry us off to a magical adventure. Each soaring note feels huge initially, but Edenloff has this ability to curl those syllables back underneath, carefully serenading you in a manner that makes you feel as if you’re right next to his performance. Such a big sound, and one that I definitely can’t shake, so figured we ought to share it!

Broken Social Scene Are Back

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It’s been over a decade since we heard fresh new music from Broken Social Scene, though I will own up to the fact that I generally try to find ways to sneak the band into my DJ sets, be that their own records or their side projects. Alas, the band return today with a jazzed up bit of indie rock, working with producer David Newfeld again to create this perfect mixture of horns and layered vocals. It’s a relaxing number, filtering horns through all the negative space to give a burst of liveliness to the subtle pop structure that pervades the tune. Really enjoying letting this kind of wash over me, especially as I hear there’s new of a Metric single and tour later in the day too! It’s Canada Day! Look for Remember the Humans on May 8th via Arts and Crafts.

Friko Announce Something Worth Waiting For

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We’re sure that you’ll be hearing this song on all the cool kid sites, so we wanted to throw our support behind the new Friko tune, along with the announcement of their new record. This tune works like a classic rock ballad, primarily operating as a strummed guitar and these vocals that continue to crest throughout each moment; there’s definitely some Bowie-esque moments, particularly when the track shoots off in a new direction around the 2:35 mark. It’s a pretty special tune, and one that puts them alongside other young acts like Sharp Pins circling nostalgia in their own likeness. They’ll release Something Worth Waiting For via ATO on April 25th.

Show Review: Almost Heaven @ Brushy Street Commons

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We dance because the stillness becomes unbearable

It seems fitting that the Austin-based electronic/rock duo Almost Heaven took to the stage of Brushy Street Commons on Friday, January 30th, to celebrate the release of their EP aptly titled Raw Cranium, as national unrest took the stage for the world to see. Dance music and dance music culture have historically been a physiological response to constraint – political, social, economic, or cultural. If the response comes in the form of Almost Heaven, we will be dancing our way through these times in the best way possible.

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Rolling Blackout Coastal Fever Return

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The ATH crew have varied tastes here, but one group I think we all love is the Aussie bunch, Rolling Blackout Coastal Fever, who return today with their first new music in years (4 to be exact!). When you encounter the tune, you’ll see it stretching beyond 6 minutes, which may seem like a bit much for a pop song. But, what I love about the group is that when they ride into their long-form you can’t really tell; it’s like time stops and they switch between snaking guitar lines and bright choruses, with each moment being made to feel as if its a patch woven into the fabric of song. For example, fast forward to the 4 minute mark. Really excited to hear new music, and hope its got promise for a future LP!

 

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