This one comes as a recommendation from one of our Australian readers, Jeremy, and is definitely a bit of a different style than what you may be used to from us (half the fun of having a blog is writing about whatever the hell you want). And what better time to stray from the norm… Continue reading Little Red: Indie Doo Wop from Australia
Author: Lee
Akudama drops free August EP, “Barbershop”
Our Akudama friends keep churning ’em out – they haven’t once flaked on the whole monthly free EP thing yet. Impressive stuff. Also, they’re starting to add more shows to their bill (Pianos in NYC Sept. 8, 15, and 22 + Boston’s Middle East Upstairs this Thursday, 8/6) and are gaining increasing popularity. Here’s to… Continue reading Akudama drops free August EP, “Barbershop”
iTunes Mixery
Whew, almost missed getting one in for July. I know I haven’t done Mixeries every month, but I will *try* from now on. It’s fun for me and I hope it’s fun for you too. Per usual, an explanation: For those who don’t know, this is iTunes Mixery part cinco. Here’s how it goes: I… Continue reading iTunes Mixery
Sweet sweet Canadian Dala
Dala is the beautifully mesmerizing folk/pop of Canadian bff’s Sheila Carabine and Amanda Walther. For reference sake, they’re kind of a cross between Aimee Mann and a more upbeat Azure Ray – no small comparison. Intimately but forcefully acoustic, Carabine and Walther mix quirky subtleties in with the catchy and soothing melodies. Deftly playing off… Continue reading Sweet sweet Canadian Dala
Doby Watson’s first “proper” record drops August 4
Folksy shmolksy two days in a row from me. That’s right, I’m going slowcore on your asses. I think the humidity is drawing me to a bit of a stall, evoking a need for such comforting music. Doby Watson, from Kansas, fits the bill perfectly, as fragile acoustics dominate – including guitar, tenor guitar, slide… Continue reading Doby Watson’s first “proper” record drops August 4
Arran Arctic
Arran Arctic is Arran Southall from The U.K., frequently accompanied by various other guests for backing instruments and vocals. Southall describes himself as an introvert – which is all but obvious from his intimately dazzling, understated music. He sings, records, programs, produces and plays acoustic/electric guitar, violin, pedal organ, accordion, concertina, harpsichord, recorder, tin whistle,… Continue reading Arran Arctic
In Case You Missed It: Week in Review
This was a VERY busy week for us. So I guess if you don’t like to read I’d understand if you missed it. But that’s one sorry excuse. A better one would be “Ugh, I couldn’t get to all of Knox Road this week because I printed and analyzed every post to get the most… Continue reading In Case You Missed It: Week in Review
Video for Wheat’s “Changes Is”
I don’t have much to say about this video, except that I like it. A lot. It’s a mix of retro/play around on your digital camera/have a lot of fun/modern art all together in one. Oh and I love the “party”. Impossible not to smile. [youtube width=”560″ height=”344″]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XySihjcHkZQ[/youtube] “Changes Is” is off of Wheat’s new album… Continue reading Video for Wheat’s “Changes Is”
[Keep an eye on…] Collider
San Fransisco’s Collider released their debut album Down In Saturines at the beginning of the year and have since been working on promotion for their garagey pop style of music. To get a feel for how they like to describe themselves and their sound, check out their influences section on MySpace: Named after large particle… Continue reading [Keep an eye on…] Collider
Bear Hands @ Siren
Bear Hands was a pleasant surprise – musically. On stage they were nothing special, but certainly sounded nice. They were kind of funny to look at, as the lead guitarist, who actually added the necessary atmosphere to fill out the sound and bring together some of the dreamy, ambient parts of the songs, was soooo… Continue reading Bear Hands @ Siren