22

Mar

Ryan Adams – “In The Shadows”, “This is Where We Meet in My Mind” and “Loaf of Bread”

From the title, this article might seem like a little bit of an overload because there are three songs included here instead of one, but that only means that you are going to be subjected to more of the beauty that Ryan Adams creates than just one measly song.

Last night Ryan Adams was in London and played two songs that are going to be coming off of his newest album (and there is basically no sound except for him in these recordings which makes me wonder the enthusiasm level British people have for Adams). These songs include “In the Shadows” and “This is Where We Meet in My Mind”; the third song, “Loaf of Bread” is just an improvised song in which you can hear faint laughter (seriously London, can you show that you like him just a little?). “In the Shadows” is an upbeat song mostly about driving around at night, with a quick, little, crafty guitar solo thrown in there for good measure. “There is Where We Meet in My Mind” is just the faintest bit depressing (per usual for Adams’ older work), and has a nice bluesy feel which is really brought to light because of the amazing backing band he was playing with.

Makes me excited for what Adams will be putting out next! Hopefully he will keep dropping new songs throughout his touring, but, until then, download these three tracks right here on Dropbox. Enjoy!

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Bluegrass/Blues/Rock

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22

Mar

King Dude – “I Know You’re Mine” Video

In typical King Dude fashion, the music video for “I Know You’re Mine” is a mix between hauntingly terrifying and making me want to call my mom to tell her I love her. However, I really can never get enough of the weird country-rock-something-I-can’t-describe music that he creates. The song and music video is only a little more than a minute and includes candles, skulls and light effects, which may or may not give you a few goosebumps.

“I Know You’re Mine” is off of his sort of new CD Burning Daylight, and you can take a nice listen to that song on its own right here if you aren’t feeling the video (gotta have Spotify or else you will be forced to watch live versions on Youtube).

He also just released a few tour dates for the West Coast (Best Coast), so if you like what you see, check these out:

3/26/13 – Seattle, WA – The Comet
3/27/13 – Portland, OR – Mississippi Studios
3/29/13 – San Francisco, CA – Elbo Room
3/30/13 – Santa Cruz, CA – Catalyst Atrium
3/31/13 – Los Angeles, CA – The Echo
4/1/13 – San Diego, CA – The Casbah
4/3/13 – Sacramento, CA – Luigi’s Fun Garden

Watch the video below and let us know how you’re feeling:

* Photo Cred: Vice.com

90 days ago Short URL Comments

Country/Rock

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12

Mar

H∆SHAG$ – Don’t Call It #Tumblrwave

I didn’t glance twice at the name H∆SHAG$ because I didn’t care for the use of symbols as letters. I thought it was some dumb stage name. Luckily, for the sake of my own ignorance, I clicked the name anyway and found that it was in fact not a dumb stage name, but a new series from RedBull Music Academy (something that also bothers me for some reason? Corporate sponsorship, MAN). H∆SHAG$ is actually insightful, and takes a look at all niche new (?) weird (?) made up (?) genres and trends that come and go faster than you can refresh your browser. In particular, the fifth installment, “Don’t Call it #Tumblrwave”, talks with artists who’ve gained notoriety through the social networking/blog/playtime “microblogging” website, Tumblr (do you network on Tumblr? I always seem to come up on porn and gifs of animals). In this episode they speak briefly with a few names you’ve hopefully seen on da nets: Le1f, Kilo Kish and Zombelle and Ultrademon. Hear what they’ve got to say about the influence of Tumblr, and how it affects their music.

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Documentary/Hip Hop/Rock

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12

Feb

Lizzart – “Moves Like Pink Matter”

Hey remember when “Moves Like Jagger” was all over the radio and it was fun to listen to for about a week until it came on literally every other song? Yeah, I do too. Since then I have not been able to stand the song, and when I hear those first three notes of the song I get a very strong desire to vomit and / or change the channel.

However, with “Moves like Pink Matter”, the newest ruh-ruh-ruh-reeeeeemixxxxx of Lizzart, I have started to be able to stand the song again! With the addition of the intro to Frank Ocean’s “Pink Matter” the once annoying “Moves Like Jagger” starts to resinate as music once again rather than just obnoxious sounds.

Check out Lizzart’s newest song below and let us know what you think in the comments:

127 days ago Short URL Comments

Mashup/Pop/Remix/Rock

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22

Aug

Future Islands – “Tomorrow”

Future Islands’ In Evening Air is definitely a favorite album of mine (released in 2010), their latest album On The Water didn’t seem to capture me (or much of anyone as far as what I had read) as much, but I didn’t give up hope that they wouldn’t make a comeback, refining their sound and honing in on what they do best. Unfortunate but true, Future Islands knows how to have, write about, translate, and sing about a broken heart. And here they are again, depicting rough times with a much more melancholic tone and back-up vocals (specifically from Jenn Wasner (of Wye Oak), Lexie Mountain and Elena Johnston) on the track “Tomorrow” which was released this morning. “Tomorrow” is the A-side to an upcoming 7″ that’ll be released September 3rd.

Future Islands – ‘Tomorrow’ by Upset the Rhythm

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Blues/Rock/Synth Pop

15

Aug

King Krule – “Rock Bottom”

Even though it’s been almost a year, I didn’t expect to hear from King Krule so soon after he releasing his self-titled. His kind of passion, and subject matter can’t and shouldn’t be rushed. Although, this is only a 7″, so I guess it’s good timing after all. “Rock Bottom” is the A side to the 7″ that’ll be released September 24th on Rinse. Peep it below.

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Blues/Rock

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13

Aug

Eternal Summers – “You Kill”

This video for “You Kill” is fantastic because it shows a nice, simple kick back narrated by the soothing tones of indie rock band, Eternal Summers. The all around feel good (and adorable, in some weirdly nostalgic way) video is perfect since summer is now coming to a close. This video emulates everything about a summer kick back, including that one awkward guy who just completely EATS it. As summer ends, I will continue to hold onto this kick back ideal when I have to go back to school in the fall. Also, watching this video was a nice break from them big booty bitches type videos I usually am forced to watch. Alas, the life of a hip-hop music blogger. Anyway, you can check out the video below for Eternal Summers’ “You Kill”.

310 days ago Short URL Comments

Indie/Rock/Video

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01

Aug

Desaparecidos – “MariKKKopa”

I am probably too obsessed with Conor Oberst and everything that he touches (Monsters of Folk, Bright Eyes, Conor Oberst and the Mystic Valley Band and, of course, Desaparecidos), but I have been this way since I was 12, so there is no stopping now. I have been there through the good, the bad and the sort of ugly sounding, but stayed a fan throughout it all. I even rounded up every EP he released and then, A Collection of Songs Written and Recorded 1995 – 1997, the CD he made when he was 13 – 15. And now, he is back with Desaparecidos, who has not been heard from since the early 2000s, with a punk rock song about immigration and his distain towards Sherriff Joe Arpaio of Maricopa County, AZ.

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323 days ago Short URL Comments

Indie/Punk/Rock

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17

Jul

No Doubt – “Settle Down” (prod. by Diplo)

The 90′s are back, yay! I’ve been anxious to hear the new No Doubt tunes since they’re produced by a favorite producer (and lover) of mine, Diplo. It’s great to hear new No Doubt music, especially after Gwen went off and did her solo Harajuku Girls thing, that sounds almost like they did back in the day. What’s interesting about the track is that it’s ska music, meaning there’s usually incorporation of a horn section/parts, however, they’ve been swapped out for electronic “horn” emphasis. “Settle Down” doubles as a pop song too, in a No Doubt/commercial radio play manner, but has a run time of 6:14. Of course there’s a radio edit of the track, but for a pop song, that’s a long time to keep a lot of ears engaged. Not like it’s a big deal for No Doubt, they’ve been in the music game for a minute and are keeping up with making the right moves (i.e. Diplo’s production). And not that it relates to the music in any way, but Gwen Stefani looks damn good at 42.

337 days ago Short URL Comments

Electronic/Pop/Rock

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27

Apr

Courtney Barnett – I’ve Got a Friend Called Emily Ferris

“I masturbated to the songs you wrote” claims Courtney Barnett over laid-back, slacker guitars in the first track “Lance Jr.” It’s all casual everything as she continues, “doesn’t mean I like you, man.” Can I get an amen? She’s channeling some serious early 90′s Liz Phair vibes, in vocal tone, instrumentally and of course lyrically. I am so on board with this LP, and therefore Courtney Barnett. Some tracks on this debut EP feature members of Dandy Warhols, Immigrant Union, and My Left Boot. Find out more about Courtney on Facebook.

418 days ago Short URL Comments

Lo-fi/Rock

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