Rems Floating Chandelier

I don’t know where bands get their names from these days. I mean, seriously. Rems Floating Chandelier? I guess the less sense the name makes, the more authentic the band is. …Kidding. I hope. Luckily, this very new trio (started in March, 2011), from Northern Virginia, deserves to call themselves whatever they want, because their… Continue reading Rems Floating Chandelier

[MP3] Oh Ye Denver Birds: “I Believe In Love, Kid”

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”

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.

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

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

Notable Album Release: Talkdemonic – Ruins

How happy was I when this record popped up in our inbox a little while ago?? Hint: very! Talkdemonic have been one of my favorites since I began my writing-about-indie phase and they’ve always remained on my radar. So, it’s tremendous news that on October 4 the duo out of Portland, Oregon are dropping their… Continue reading Notable Album Release: Talkdemonic – Ruins