Underwater Peoples gave probably the best Christmas gift of all: a winter compilation! The D.C.-based label’s Winter Review features all your favorites like Real Estate, Pill Wonder, Alex Bleeker, Ducktails, etc. AND it’s available as a free download over at Chocolate Bobka (for a limited time). Win! If your Christmas is a little bleak (I’m… Continue reading Underwater Peoples releases free “Winter Review” compilation
Author: Jamie
Knox Road’s Christmas Mix
So last year, I did a series called “12 Days of Christmas Music” and it was great! Very much a lot of fun! But this December was kind of hectic, very much a lot of busy. So I’m going to have to make you wait until next year for a comprehensive, 12-day tour de force… Continue reading Knox Road’s Christmas Mix
In Case You Missed It: Week In Review
OH what a week, you guys! Snow fell like crazy over here in the east, people are STILL talking about Tiger Woods whatshisname and ZOMG Avatar is out and it might actually be really good! Basically, this week is for blowing minds and I can tell you, mine is on the CEILING. Monday: [MP3] Papercuts:… Continue reading In Case You Missed It: Week In Review
[Off My Radar] The Underwater Peoples Summertime Showcase
[Ed. Note: A lot of music comes out in a given year. I’m busy, ok? I don’t have all the time in the world to hear everything released and tell you about it. So I’ve decided to go back and visit all the great music that was, clearly, just off my radar.] This one is… Continue reading [Off My Radar] The Underwater Peoples Summertime Showcase
[MP3] Vampire Weekend: “White Sky”
MOREMOREMORE new Vampire Weekend?? Ok guys, let’s save it for the album release already. “White Sky” has been a staple in their live shows for a while, so I guess it’s not particularly “new” for those hip on VW’s every move. For the rest of us, it’s the latest leak from the band’s upcoming sophomore… Continue reading [MP3] Vampire Weekend: “White Sky”
Nice Purse are the acoustic wild children in us all
Haven’t you always secretly wanted to join a band that’s strictly two acoustic guitars, basic percussion, harmonizing and shouting? Come on, I know you have. If Where The Wild Things Are taught me anything it’s that we’re all secretly crazy inside (right?). So THANK GOD Nice Purse is around to represent the wild child we… Continue reading Nice Purse are the acoustic wild children in us all
[Off My Radar] Smith Westerns
[Ed. Note: A lot of music comes out in a given year. I’m busy, ok? I don’t have all the time in the world to hear everything released and tell you about it. So I’ve decided to go back and visit all the great music that was, clearly, just off my radar.] Smith Westerns are… Continue reading [Off My Radar] Smith Westerns
Indian Wars release “If You Want Me” 7″
Vancouver, B.C.’s Indian Wars recently signed to Bachelor Records and promptly released a four-song 7″, If You Want Me, that can only be an omen of good things to come. The title track, the amazing gritty-ass anthem, “If You Want Me,” is old news, but “Just Can’t Get Along With You,” is new news and great… Continue reading Indian Wars release “If You Want Me” 7″
The Woodlands premiere video for “Can We Stay”
Portland couple/duo The Woodlands released their very excellent self-titled debut album earlier this year and now they’ve made a video for single “Can We Stay,” such a cute song! Very talented people here! If you like leaves and Portland and remodeling the insides of vans, you’ll love the video. And I’ll love you. Because those… Continue reading The Woodlands premiere video for “Can We Stay”
Delorean announces tour dates with Miike Snow
Delorean is great, nobody can deny that. Miike Snow is also great, but there are more than a few people willing to deny that (sorry guys). But the two together on tour? That’s a greatness that some people will deny, while others will not. Confused yet? It’s not like it’s math. Although I guess it… Continue reading Delorean announces tour dates with Miike Snow