Largely the vision of former Antlers bassist Justin Stivers, Passenger Peru rides Stivers bass into more experimental areas than Antlers usual fare. Stivers teamed up with Justin Gonzalez to bring Passenger Peruās self-titled album into existence. From the start of the album, you get the impression that Stivers attempted to bring the experimental side of… Continue reading Passenger Peru demonstrates their adventurous side on self-titled debut album
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Sam Billen releases new full-length, Places
Sam Billen, whose covers I’ve previously raved about, released an original full-length, Places, earlier this month. The Lawrence, Kansas singer/songwriter charms with emotionally compelling, electronic indie-pop. His ranging falsetto vocals may remind some of Halloween, Alaska, another Knox Road favorite. ButĀ Places is a stirring listen on its own, and deserves to be more widely-recognized. Stream… Continue reading Sam Billen releases new full-length, Places
Lester The Fierce
Oh, the times when I love music blogging. (What, you thought I had undying love for this thing? Try getting behind the wheel.) An old summer camp acquaintance recently reached out to me via Facebook about one of the acts she manages and the whole personal piece certainly sparked my interest. I was still a… Continue reading Lester The Fierce
[MP3] Ruarri Joseph: “Anyway”
An alluringly simple, orchestral folk track from Ruarri Joseph‘s fourth studio album, Brother, due out October 29 via Pip Productions in the UK. The warmth in Joseph’s voice is half the appeal of “Anyway;” he makes the words resonate.
Poor Remy
Raw and unbridled enthusiasm. You know why I like Poor Remy so much? Because I know I could join in and they wouldn’t miss a beat. These are singalongs for any late summer (autumn??) night. Still Sleeping EP by Poor Remy I want to be their friend. Poor Remy on Bandcamp
M.H. & His Orchestra
Hey guys! Missed me? I’ve been away at camp all summer and have greatly missed discovering and sharing music with all the amazing readers of Knox Road. So upon my return, I have good news for you, and for me: I found a really special, cool album for us all to listen to. Unlike The… Continue reading M.H. & His Orchestra
The Colurs
Blast from the past with new band The Colurs! Music is making me grin today. Expect an EP in September. The Colurs on the webĀ | BandcampĀ | Facebook
[MP3] The Royal Concept: “Naked & Dumb”
Catching up on a few weeks worth of starred music and I can’t help but feature Sweden’s The Royal Concept. “Naked & Dumb” can’t be any more necessary of a track for our mid-week drabbery; it gets me back up on my feet and ready to roll. Seems like the indie world has ignored bands… Continue reading [MP3] The Royal Concept: “Naked & Dumb”
Stream the new Wickerbird single, “Druids”
We have the honor and pleasure of introducing the new Wickerbird track with good friend Dave Rawkblog, as well asĀ FensePost and The Blue Indian. If you regularly read KR, you probably know Dave and I have similar taste, so if you’re typically aligned with our flavors of the week, you should be enamored with “Druids.”… Continue reading Stream the new Wickerbird single, “Druids”
[MP3] Astronauts, etc.: “Mystery Colors”
I am in San Diego, feeling exactly the opposite of the emotions this song evokes. However, it’s good not to forget my introspective roots. Lie down on your rusty roof, spread out, stare into the night sky…and listen. Astronauts etc. on Bandcamp | Facebook