[MP3] of Montreal: “Coquet Coquette”

New of Montreal. should I start every sentence with a lowercase first letter to get you in the spirit of things? i Think i will. “Coquet Coquette” is fairly typical of Montreal to be honest, but the instrumental end to the song is spooky and eerie and [insert like-minded synonym]. the Song is a bit… Continue reading [MP3] of Montreal: “Coquet Coquette”

[MP3] Cloud Nothings: “Didn’t You”

Cloud Nothings, aka Dylan Baldi, released the MP3 today for “Didn’t You”, which came out as a 7” with B-side “Even If It Worked Out”. If “Didn’t You” doesn’t will you to get up and go on these beautiful summer days (actually, it’s probably going to storm tonight in most of the Northeast U.S…), I’m… Continue reading [MP3] Cloud Nothings: “Didn’t You”

Casey Shea offers new MP3, featured on “Mr. Rogers & Me” documentary

Casey Shea is a rising singer/songwriter, having plied his trade in the fertile music breeding grounds of Nashville, Tennessee and moving his way on up to New York City. His newest album, Love Is Here To Stay, (released on one of our favorite up-and-coming labels, Family Records) is available for a mere five bucks, and… Continue reading Casey Shea offers new MP3, featured on “Mr. Rogers & Me” documentary

[MP3] Mystery Jets: “Dreaming Of Another World”

Mystery Jets officially released the latest promo track, “Dreaming Of Another World”, off their forthcoming album, Serotonin. Mystery Jets, if you’re unaware, is a UK band that has been playing for a long time – when they first began the singer’s dad was one of the members! Now the band consists of four consistent members… Continue reading [MP3] Mystery Jets: “Dreaming Of Another World”

Stars’ The Five Ghosts is full of consistent, illusory pop, but will it be remembered?

I am, and always have been, a huge fan of Stars. Or rather, to say it better, their potential. When they strike gold, they are utterly amazing (See: “Elevator Love Letter”, “Your Ex-Lover is Dead”, “Look Up”, “Ageless Beauty”), but oftentimes they limit themselves to songs that mosey along without much affect, relying simply on Amy… Continue reading Stars’ The Five Ghosts is full of consistent, illusory pop, but will it be remembered?

Notable Album Release: Catherine Feeny – People in the Hole

Sultry singer/songwriter Catherine Feeny, kicked to the curb by her London based record-label (Charisma/EMI) in ’08, has carefully plotted her return to action with her forthcoming album People in the Hole. She recorded the album in England but decided to wait on its release when she moved to the States and set a foundation for herself… Continue reading Notable Album Release: Catherine Feeny – People in the Hole

New songs and album details from Clean Equations

After receiving some amusing comments on my last Clean Equations post from their dedicated fan base, I’m excited to announce more CE news, in the hopes that we’ll get another round of comedic commentary. (Honestly, though, take a look – I have no idea what they were talking about. I get lost when it comes… Continue reading New songs and album details from Clean Equations

[MP3] Isobel Campbell and Mark Lanegan: “Come Undone”

Isobel Campbell, formerly of Belle and Sebastian, is teaming up yet again with Mark Lanegan for her newest album Hawk, which will be released August 24 on Vanguard Records. Produced by Campbell herself, the record takes a turn for the dark and haunted. Lanegan sings on eight of the 13 tracks and Willy Mason helps… Continue reading [MP3] Isobel Campbell and Mark Lanegan: “Come Undone”

[Notable Album Release] Cloud Cult – Light Chasers

One of my favorite bands in the whole wide universe is releasing Light Chasers, their eighth studio album in the last 15 years, on September 14, 2010 via Earthology Records (Cloud Cult’s own Craig Minowa’s green record label). However, the band is offering up the record for exclusive download and shipping on cloudcult.com in just two weeks!… Continue reading [Notable Album Release] Cloud Cult – Light Chasers

[Notable Album Release] Kacey Johansing – Many Seasons

Kacey Johansing, based in San Fransisco, makes soft pop folk music that would definitely do Harlem well when they make it back to the States for their Chai tea and hot towels. Soothing vocals and a light demeanor (despite the, at times, dark lyrics) mark the overall ‘tude of her music. Johansing, whose name certainly… Continue reading [Notable Album Release] Kacey Johansing – Many Seasons