Why did it take me so long to find this song?? Despite parts of the track sounding like Pogo’s “Upular” Pixar remix, Oh Ye Denver Birds’ “I Believe In Love, Kid,” is a shimmering, frenetic pop gem. Male and female vocals play off each other, the rhythm winds in and out, and falsetto harmonies fly.… Continue reading [MP3] Oh Ye Denver Birds: “I Believe In Love, Kid”
Category: Artist Profiles
IKE.
Weird grammar notwithstanding, the kids behind Pittsburgh experimental quartet, IKE., (including RIVKA‘s Reggie Wilkins) know what they’re doing. Oftentimes it’s difficult to tell when a band is actually having fun making music, but with IKE. it’s apparent from the very start; I can see them smiling through my speakers. IKE.’s sound is sincere to the core… Continue reading IKE.
Magic City
It’s time to break the bad news to Best Coast. Ok, here goes. Best Coast, there is a band in Chicago that does your sound better than you. Don’t get me wrong, you guys are great. You’ve got an excellent vocalist, great songs, the whole package. The fact is, Chicago duo Magic City is better.… Continue reading Magic City
Korea in the Space
I listened to this late last night and wasn’t sure if I’d like it again in the morning. I thought it was one of those times where everything I put on I enjoy (happens, like, every night…bad news for blogging), but, in this case, I’m still in like. Thankfully. “Hi” is not quite like any… Continue reading Korea in the Space
[MP3s] Vanish Valley: “Races” & “The Bottom”
Vanish Valley, a four man squad from LA, today released their second album, Get Good. Led by Andrew McAllister and his raspy vocals, Vanish Valley produces catchy indie rock with bits of folk and ol’ country livin’. Check out two tracks below, and give Get Good a listen. It’ll make you feel nice. Vanish Valley… Continue reading [MP3s] Vanish Valley: “Races” & “The Bottom”
Notable Album Release: The Moth & The Mirror – Honestly, This World
The Moth & The Mirror is a Scottish supergroup of musicians from bands such as Frightened Rabbit, The Reindeer Section (a supergroup in its own right) and Arab Strap, among others. They are set to release their debut album, Honestly, This World, on October 10 via Olive Grove Records. Honestly, This World‘s sound is full of… Continue reading Notable Album Release: The Moth & The Mirror – Honestly, This World
[MP3] Daughter: “Love”
Music makes your heart bleed. Daughter – “Love” [MP3] Daughter is 21 year old Elena Tonra from North London, UK. “Love” is the closing track off her The Wild Youth EP, which drops November 21 via Communion Records. Daughter on Facebook | Twitter
Belle Adair
Belle Adair, out of Muscle Shoals, Alabama, deliver some finely crafted acoustic folk pop. With simple, luscious harmonies and tones reminiscent of Mojave 3, Belle Adair is ready to be your band for the colder Autumn evenings that are fast approaching. Their new, self-titled EP, which will be released October 1 on Speak/Sing Records (the… Continue reading Belle Adair
Annie Williams
Annie Williams is a dark and sultry songstress who picked up and moved from St. Louis to the wild west of Wyoming and New Mexico (while taking a short break in Nashville — what a mover!). The constant shift in locales must have contributed to the unique approach to the “singer/songwriter” genre. Her songs are… Continue reading Annie Williams
[MP3] Built Like Alaska: “Antique Love”
Oakdale, CA’s Built Like Alaska is ready to unleash their newest album, In Troubled Times, November 8 on the Future Farmer label. The first taste of that record is the track “Antique Love.” There’s a sort of after-hours indie-rock feel here that has a Pacific Northwest folk vein running through it. I’m also struck by… Continue reading [MP3] Built Like Alaska: “Antique Love”