Author: Lee

Tiger Waves

Tiger Waves, technically based out of Austin, is a duo (James and Reid) that began their music by sharing sounds across the internet. James was in Austin and Reid was in Chicago. As we’ve seen before, more bands are attempting this technique of cross-country, or even international, music making, and why not? Yes, there’s something… Continue reading Tiger Waves

[MP3] Oulipo: “Offer Me”

This Is What I Said (And I Dove Into The Water), the experimental debut EP from five-man Oulipo, out of Raleigh, North Carolina, will be released August 16 on cassette by DiggUp Tapes. Heavily lo fi and highly harmonic, This Is What I Said… is a promising start to Oulipo’s career. Oulipo – “Offer Me” [MP3] Oulipo… Continue reading [MP3] Oulipo: “Offer Me”

New mp3s from Jenn Mierau, including a Cure cover

Cool, frosty, distant…graceful. All adjectives that define Jenn Mierau’s entrancing electro pop sound. Mierau, out of Montreal, is a dazzling force. Her voice is look-but-don’t-touch, teasing listeners into her fantastical world of evil. She’s dressed as a princess but her heart’s full of ice. And it’s oh so stimulating. Jenn Mierau – “Hush” [MP3] Jenn… Continue reading New mp3s from Jenn Mierau, including a Cure cover

[MP3] Halloween, Alaska: “Empire Waist”

New Halloween, Alaska, yet again. And I say “yet again” in only the most positive of ways; I love these Minneapolis guys. “Empire Waist,” the second single off their forthcoming album, All Night The Calls Came In, is decidedly more poppy and peppy than “Dance By Accident.” Halloween, Alaska – “Empire Waist” [MP3] All Night The Calls… Continue reading [MP3] Halloween, Alaska: “Empire Waist”

Nestled Like Spoons

Nestled Like Spoons is Phil Marsalona, a 22 year old from Philadelphia. It’s evident from his experimental electronic music that he’s been deeply influenced by the biggest stars of his time, including Radiohead and the like. Everything is self-recorded and released, and he flies solo for all performances. Three cheers for one man teams! Check… Continue reading Nestled Like Spoons

[MP3] John Ralston: “Love Will Come Around”

I didn’t know how I felt about this song when I first pressed play, but as it continued I found myself liking it more and more. I guess you could say it “came around” on me. Bad joke. Ralston comes out with a burst of energy from the very start, and when the chorus hits… Continue reading [MP3] John Ralston: “Love Will Come Around”

[MP3] Kites With Lights: “Cosmonauts”

Kites With Lights is back with the deliciously electro pop, 80s-influenced “Cosmonauts,” the title track to his newest album, out August 9 via 24 Hour Service Station. Pre-orders and streaming are currently available on Bandcamp. This is the type of sound I want to party to. Not too cheesy, but retro enough to smirk a… Continue reading [MP3] Kites With Lights: “Cosmonauts”