Author: Lee

[Notable Album Release] Rue Royale – Guide To An Escape

Rue Royale is another band that comes my way via the inimitable Brendan Losch, who never fails to impress with his musical selection (check his blog, Count Me Out). The Royale husband and wife duo are friends with Losch from their Chicago days, but have since moved to the UK, which is noticeable in their… Continue reading [Notable Album Release] Rue Royale – Guide To An Escape

The Barettas

Wait, am I the first one to post about this band?? Just kidding, Jamie! Also, I’m sure others have posted about The Barettas since they rock. The trio will make you wanna rip off your winter layers and dance all night. Their energy and youthfulness is contagiousness; they’ve certainly got a knack for crafting catchy… Continue reading The Barettas

Beaulieu Porch

Beaulieu Porch is noise. And it’s pretty. And it’s raucous. And it’s pretty. It will all make sense when you listen. Someone’s shredding some dirty guitar. Beaulieu Porch – “The Colour 55” [MP3] Beaulieu Porch – “Raspberry Babies” [MP3] Beaulieu Porch is the pysch-pop project of Simon Berry, from Salisbury, UK. His new 7″ single… Continue reading Beaulieu Porch

[MP3] Hey Sholay: “Dreamboat”

Oh man. This is EXACTLY the kind of tune I needed to finish off a freezing cold / snow-laden week in NYC. Bouncy; peppy; totally infectious. It makes me smile. Hey Sholay – “Dreamboat” [MP3] Hey Sholay is a new five-piece band from Sheffield, UK and their providing music on the internet is an even… Continue reading [MP3] Hey Sholay: “Dreamboat”

Lia Ices casts her spell on Grown Unknown

I hadn’t heard much of Lia Ices, if anything at all, until I heard “Grown Unknown,” the teaser track off her similarly-titled album. Immediately captivated by the simple combination of Ices’ echoing vocals and sparse instruments, including my favorite – hand claps, I began to wonder: were we getting another Glasser here? It seemed so… Continue reading Lia Ices casts her spell on Grown Unknown

Duchess Leo

Another Saturday post, another “Saturday” song. Nothing big, nothing chaotic, everything peaceful. Not to say there’s no complexity here, because there is, but it’s soothing complexity (…work with me here). Regardless, let “Bloom” usher in the rest of your weekend. Duchess Leo – “Bloom” [MP3] Specifics: Artist: Duchess Leo (New York) Album: Golden Gray Release… Continue reading Duchess Leo

[MP3] Mansions on the Moon: “This Is How We Walk on the Moon” (Arthur Russell cover)

I’ve been anxiously awaiting the day Ted Wendler (of Mansions on the Moon*) returned to my life, and it has finally happened. His newest recording, a cover of Arthur Russell‘s “This Is How We Walk on the Moon”, finds Wendler in tip-top form, with his unmistakable, breathtaking vocals. The acoustic guitar builds a nice foundation… Continue reading [MP3] Mansions on the Moon: “This Is How We Walk on the Moon” (Arthur Russell cover)

Ghost Heart

Ghost Heart is anything but. Passion oozes from every pore of this Michigan quartet’s sound. Experimental yet FUN, these guys actually remind me a bit of Knox Road favorite, Hands. Tribal beats and full ranging vocals dominate these long songs. And by long, I mean like, nothing less than five minutes. But it’s cool! The… Continue reading Ghost Heart