New Tunng? Yes, please. You know I am affectionate toward the London crew, and their new song, “The Village,” does little to alter that. The song is 4 minutes 33 seconds, and I’ve listened to it 5 times in the last 22 minutes and 45 seconds. Math! “The Village” is the new single off Tunng’s… Continue reading Tunng: “The Village”
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[MP3] Fialta: “Photographs”
I wrote about Fialta, the ‘fun-loving California indie pop group,’ back in May of 2011, and my opinion hasn’t much changed. They’re keeping things light and sugary on their upcoming full-length, and “Photographs,” the first single, is a prime example. Even though they’re in sunny Cal all year round, they know what it’s like for… Continue reading [MP3] Fialta: “Photographs”
Wilsen: “Dusk”
I’ve been sitting on a new one from Wilsen, which really makes no sense, as I loved their sprawling seven-minute first single, “Anahita.” I suppose I’ve been waiting for the right mood. Better to post this later in the day than earlier (NY time), so here goes. Tamsin Wilson’s voice continues to devastate. Wilsen on… Continue reading Wilsen: “Dusk”
Heylady
Heylady comes to us from Brooklyn, NY, but despite the similarity of their home base to most artists featured here on Knox Road, they’re actually quite different than our usual suspects. Heylady is my friend Josh Green’s soul/funk project, and while I’ve typically shied away from funk bands since, well, middle school, I can’t get… Continue reading Heylady
Owls of the Swamp: “The Hypnotist”
Sometimes I like to think I’m a thousand miles away, at a cabin on the lake, with my cousins and nieces and nephews. They brim with enthusiasm when the day is hot and they’re playing tag and the sun is shining its driest heat. And at eve it’s cool — not just a breeze, but… Continue reading Owls of the Swamp: “The Hypnotist”
Alice Boman: “Waiting”
Grip my arms, look me in the eye, hold your pose. Feel my breath, don’t flinch when the heat hits your lips. I want to stand like this until we can’t stand any longer. I want us as one. Alice Boman on Facebook | Adrian Recordings
[MP3] Miss Elizabeth: “Ein Weißwein”
A new song from our Toronto friends, Miss Elizabeth, premiered on MOKB last week, and I’m beginning to think the duo can do no (rhymez, yo!) wrong. Atmospheric harmonies and a sensory experience make “Ein Weißwein” one to remember. Miss Elizabeth – “Ein Weißwein” [MP3] Miss Elizabeth on the web | Facebook | Bandcamp | Knox Road
Buffalo Rodeo
Monday can be the best day of your week if you’re willing to make it happen. Buffalo Rodeo’s brand of kinetic upstart indie rock is sure to give a jolt to anyone’s fresh work week despair. And if you’re happy-go-lucky ALL THE TIME, this Bowling Green, Kentucky group should be right up your alley. Home… Continue reading Buffalo Rodeo
Kim Janssen and his new EP, The Lonely Mountains
I am devastated. I am devastated that I had not yet heard Kim Janssen until yesterday when I posted about Snowstar Records’ 10 Year Anniversary Compilation. I am devastated by Janssen’s pacifying voice, and by his deft instrumentation. I am devastated by his latest EP, The Lonely Mountains, which grips me with cascading strings and… Continue reading Kim Janssen and his new EP, The Lonely Mountains
Snowstar Records’ 10 Year Anniversary Compilation
In honor of Record Store Day on April 20, Snowstar Records released a 10 Year Anniversary Compilation, including nine new songs from their favorite artists. It’s an exhilarating listen, starting with the stellar “City of the Dead” from Kim Janssen. The Dutch label has a diverse array of talent, so have a blast with their… Continue reading Snowstar Records’ 10 Year Anniversary Compilation