U.K.’s Friendly Fires just released a new video for “Skeleton Boy” off their September debut LP, Friendly Fires. I like the trick photography in the video. How do they make his whole body disappear?! If this is any sort of indication, 2009 is gonna be awesome. Mp3 too. Friendly Fires – “Skeleton Boy” (MP3) [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GyA8zfouG4Y]
Month: January 2009
In Case You Missed It: Week in Review
If you’ve been driving all week to get to the inauguration but shedding tears over missing out on Knox Road content, have no fear! Here’s what went down: Monday Collaborate with Santogold and you won’t be stupid Microsoft + Advertising = Horror Show (Songsmith.) Free mp3s every month from awesome band, Dayliner Wintermitts are crafty… Continue reading In Case You Missed It: Week in Review
Ivana XL
Sticking with the Brooklyn theme on a cold night, I present to you singer/songwriter Ivana XL. Don’t let the name throw you off – she’s not some crazy punk crooner – actually quite the opposite. Ivana’s voice is haunting with a Regina Spektor-like ting (but don’t get caught up in the whole comparison thing, because… Continue reading Ivana XL
Under The Sherry Moon
Under The Sherry Moon is the project of a bunch of Danish musicians that has a TON of potential. They’re working on their debut album now, but some of the first tracks are awesome! Their wandering lo-fi electronic sound is something totally different and original. The songs are complex, well-written pieces that singer Signe Marie Schmidt-Jacobsen haunts with… Continue reading Under The Sherry Moon
Notable CD Release: Matt & Kim – Grand
Not my typical style of music, Matt & Kim, the Brooklyn duo, somehow find a way to keep me listening. And that’s why I’m excited for the new album release, Grand, January 20, and for the upcoming record release show, January 22, at Williamsburg Music Hall in Brooklyn. They have pounding beats over danceable (if… Continue reading Notable CD Release: Matt & Kim – Grand
So. Cold.
It is freezing right now in New York. I don’t care if I’m from Boston, don’t tell me I should be able to suck it up. Cold is cold no matter where you’re from. Free mp3 for whoever buys me some footsie pajamas! (Fair trade, no?) Aw, what the hell, everyone’s a winner at Knox… Continue reading So. Cold.
Pawnshop Diamond
A glass of wine and folksy love songs with a groove are always good. I don’t care who you are, you will be in the mood for it sometime or another. So it’s fortunate we have Vancouver, B.C.’s Pawnshop Diamond. Led by Katie Ormiston, the band has been described as “both vintage and timeless,” “observant… Continue reading Pawnshop Diamond
Barack Obama makes parties happen!
If you have $50 that is. Because if you have a spare fifty in your wallet, you can attend the 930 club’s Rock The Vote and Ck One Inauguration Party! Who is going to be playing at this party you ask? Well, we have Talib Kweli, Michael Franti, The Dresden Dolls, The Honey Brothers, Jamie… Continue reading Barack Obama makes parties happen!
New Fol Chen video full of ocean whimsy
Fol Chen just released the video for “No Wedding Cake” and it’s a little odd. It has something to do with crabs and whales and mythical creatures?? And watch for the creepy owl. I get a little Stephen King vibe from it. “No Wedding Cake” will appear on the band’s next album, Part I: John Shade,… Continue reading New Fol Chen video full of ocean whimsy
Kings of Leon playing at Madison Square Garden
Coming at you live from New York, the first concert post of my new “local” area! Kings of Leon, who made for themselves a memorable 2008, will be playing (with The Whigs) at Madison Square Garden on Jan 29th. I’ll take a guess and say this is probably the biggest venue they have ever played,… Continue reading Kings of Leon playing at Madison Square Garden