After much fanfare stemming from their first two singles, Fotoshop just released the latest track off of Lifeforms, titled “Becoming Zen.” Fotoshop – “Becoming Zen” [MP3] Oh, how it easy it is to fall in love with the Finnish.
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Soul Glimpse
For as much as I love ambient music, it can be a bit of a one-trick pony. Baltimore’s Soul Glimpse, the ambient face of Austyn Sullivan, takes what could have been well-done-but-fairly-standard ambient fare and pumps it up a bit. Typically, this type of music sets a mood for me, then leaves me alone to… Continue reading Soul Glimpse
The Willow & The Builder
Connecticut’s The Willow & The Builder is technically Richard Miron and Adrian Simon, but they’re joined by a whole slew of musicians on their debut s/t record. The ever-changing dynamic of the debut is impressive, as Miron and Simon’s exuberant youthfulness is on full display. But there’s also a keen sense of sorrow, and the… Continue reading The Willow & The Builder
Notable Album Release: Pontiak – Echo Ono
Clear your calendar, folks! February 21, 2012 brings the release of Pontiak’s new LP, Echo Ono, on Thrill Jockey. The first track from the album is called “Lions of Least” and demands to be heard. It steps away from the more psychedelic sounds of this summer’s Comecrudos and veers more toward the rock of their… Continue reading Notable Album Release: Pontiak – Echo Ono
Doe Paoro
Isn’t it fantastic when you get music recommendations from co-workers? And the artists are actually great (not to mention friends with your co-workers)? YES, it’s very much fantastic. Which is why I’m so excited to present Doe Paoro to you, and her latest single, “Can’t Leave You.” Doe Paoro is one Brooklyn-based Sonia Kreitzer. I… Continue reading Doe Paoro
[MP3] Tiger Waves: “I Hope You’ll Feel Alright”
After much blog success with their first couple singles, Tiger Waves (the Chicago/Austin duo) are back with “I Hope You’ll Feel Alright,” a lulling, soft pop tune with easy, falsetto vocals. If this song doesn’t calm your nerves and make you at peace, then you may be in more trouble than you’re letting on. “I… Continue reading [MP3] Tiger Waves: “I Hope You’ll Feel Alright”
Ivory Weeds releases new album, I Am… Entropy
So, last time I told you to watch for a new Ivory Weeds album coming soon. Well, soon is now. John Chriest (aka Ivory Weeds) recently released his latest album, which is just as delicate as his previous material but enhanced by new sounds and more complex song structures. Chriest plays around with unique rhythms,… Continue reading Ivory Weeds releases new album, I Am… Entropy
Music in Australian GetUp!’s “It’s Time.” commercial
How can you not love this video (if you haven’t seen it yet)? It took me all of five seconds to go searching for the stunning background song. [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_TBd-UCwVAY[/youtube] Oliver Tank – “Last Night I Heard Everything in Slow Motion” [MP3] Get the entirety of Oliver Tank’s Dreams EP for free on Bandcamp.
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photo: ‘particles’ song: cocorosie – “lemonade” [mp3] | web “it takes courage to grow up and become who you really are.” – e.e. cummings it’s a funny thing. thinking about what exactly we’re made of [genetics, blood, sinew] and how those little particles play into the bigger picture of who we become. it’s an even funnier… Continue reading [soundscape] found
[MP3] Kent Odessa: “Shot Down on the Pavement”
Continuing with the theme of upbeat pop ditties to start off your week, I present to you Detroit’s Kent Odessa and his latest single, “Shot Down on the Pavement.” An 80s disco vibe with a complex, semi-dark, yet rollicking rhythm, “Shot Down on the Pavement” will have you dancing in your work chair for hours… Continue reading [MP3] Kent Odessa: “Shot Down on the Pavement”