Jump into my arms. Dance into my heart. If you take the plunge, we won’t ever be the same. And that’s okay. It’s all okay. How can I not go with more upbeat music today? Jump Into The Gospel – “Photovoltaic” [MP3] If you’re in NYC for the Summer, Jump Into The Gospel is playing… Continue reading [MP3] Jump Into The Gospel: “Photovoltaic”
[MP3] Point Juncture, WA: “Violin Case”
Feels like I haven’t included sugary pop here in a while; it’s been a lot of experimental and folk lately. Luckily, “Violin Case,” from Point Juncture, WA (who are actually based in Portland, Oregon), is the solution to allll my problems. Fun female vocals and blazing guitars! Have at it, people! Point Juncture, WA: “Violin… Continue reading [MP3] Point Juncture, WA: “Violin Case”
[The Past Presents] Post-Rock Revisited, Part 1: Rodan – “Rusty”
The Past Presents revisits revered albums from the past 20-25 years to ask the question, “Is this album still a classic, or has it lost its edge over the years?”. Was it a great record for that particular time and place, or is it something we’ll be passing on to our kids? It also looks… Continue reading [The Past Presents] Post-Rock Revisited, Part 1: Rodan – “Rusty”
[MP3] Kodacrome: “Modern Man”
One of the newest indie electronic duos to hit the scene, Kodacrome, has released their single “Modern Man” for free download. The two collaborators, Elissa Pociask and Ryan Casey, have teamed up from opposite coasts of the continent, but will soon be working together in person for a slate of upcoming Kodacrome material. “Modern Man”… Continue reading [MP3] Kodacrome: “Modern Man”
[Abby’s Road] You Eat Cadillacs, Lincolns too.
Have you everything in order? Preparing for post-rapture looting? I have been quite busy passing German language proficiency examinations and job searching to really let the event sink in. For those in DC who’d like to score some sweet stereo equipment after midnight, a friend of mine who’s unsure about the whole shebang will be… Continue reading [Abby’s Road] You Eat Cadillacs, Lincolns too.
Colorfeels
If you’d have told me a year ago, a month ago, or even last week that I’d be writing about a band with an album called “Syzygy,” I’d have laughed in your face. Many bands like to thrive off either the most obscure, cryptic names or those that are incredibly simple, and I like to… Continue reading Colorfeels
[MP3] Beat Radio: “Beautiful One”
Brian and co. seem to do no wrong, especially with their newest song, “Beautiful One,” which is an actually an old song with a new arrangement. Ya dig? “Beautiful One” is super lo-fi catchy all the way around; Sendrowitz is able to make his songs wonderfully poppy, yet, with their scratchy qualities, appealing to even… Continue reading [MP3] Beat Radio: “Beautiful One”
Little Arrow
Slipping blades of grass between her toes. She’s draped across the lawn, twirling the pen from pinkie to thumb, sundress lying gently beside her. She sits up; looks up; puts the pen to paper. The clouds refuse to move today. Time stops for just this once, she writes. Just this once, she hopes. Her mother… Continue reading Little Arrow
Brother John
Brother John is the artsiest of the artsy. And I don’t just mean that in a dumb music blogger statement way. Everything about them screams ART. Note: – They are a 14-piece Avant Folk Orchestra. – They were started by a composer and a social psychologist. – Their recently released debut EP is titled the… Continue reading Brother John
[Hype Hype Hooray] Please Allow Me to Ramble About Nick & Norah’s Infinite Playlist
Every [two weeks?] Jamie Hale takes a long, hard look at the music industry and the blog scene that feeds it. Here, he releases those findings and makes snarky, sarcastic remarks. Admittedly, both Jamie and Knox Road are a part of this scene. So sue us. I forgot this week was my week to write… Continue reading [Hype Hype Hooray] Please Allow Me to Ramble About Nick & Norah’s Infinite Playlist