Category: New Albums

[MP3] The Western States Motel: “Country and Western Song”

The Western States Motel provide an eclectic mix of sound in their music, with a sort of alt-folk synth style. It’s different, aesthetically, but it has a familiar appeal. The vocals are very much reminiscent of acts like the Eels, or even Wilco. “Country and Western Song” has a steady rhythm, and even though it… Continue reading [MP3] The Western States Motel: “Country and Western Song”

Snow Kite

I’m going with Snow Kite‘s label’s (Denmark’s Kanel Records) theme of telling us little to nothing (erring on the side of nothing) about the band. They also wished us a “roady” kind of weekend, the “knoxy” way. Aw, thanks, guys! Snow Kite, from New York, demands you listen to the EP in full. So you’ll get… Continue reading Snow Kite

RadioSeed

RadioSeed is the moniker for one Peter Wikstrom, out of Sweden (which means I’m obviously covering the music). He’s set to release a new album, There Has To Be More, in January of 2011 via Japanese record label, Quince. Is it too early to consider 2011 Albums of the Year? Hmm. Conundrum! There Has To Be… Continue reading RadioSeed

[MP3] Little Comets: “Joannacapella”

Little Comets, from Newcastle, are set to release their new single “Joanna”, off their forthcoming debut album, In Search of Elusive Little Comets, January 17, 2011. The album itself will be released January 31. In the meantime, they’ve provided a flavorful, tribal-sounding a cappella version (with simple piano and light percussion mixed in) of the original. Little… Continue reading [MP3] Little Comets: “Joannacapella”

[MP3] Sweaters: “Can’t Stop Winnin’”

You have to expect good things from a band named Sweaters. Right? I mean, when are sweaters not of the feel-good variety? When I think sweater, I think warmth, nostalgia (the colder Holiday seasons do that, but by association, ya know?) and comfort. Sweaters – the band – provides all that good stuff, along with… Continue reading [MP3] Sweaters: “Can’t Stop Winnin’”

Summer Fiction

So, funny story. Well, sort of. I was stalking Twitter, as usual (what the hell else do you do on Twitter?), when I see our good buddy Dave Rawkblog absolutely GUSHING about this random band, Summer Fiction. With the respect I have for Dave’s music taste (and more-than-occasional distaste – if you read his site… Continue reading Summer Fiction

Arrica Rose & the …’s are back

Arrica Rose, the wonderful woman who brought us I Heart and the first, um, Arrica Rose material, is back with a new album, titled Antebellum. The EP was released November 15 (last week) and features three intense tracks. It’s comfort music as winter descends upon us. On Antebellum, Rose expertly pins her fragile voice against… Continue reading Arrica Rose & the …’s are back

[MP3s] Brass Bed: “God Saves The Thieves” + “How To Live In A Bad Dream”

Brass Bed, a quartet from Lafayette, Louisiana, spark large with their brand of sonic pop. They released their newest album, Melt White, on Park the Van Records and are providing the lead track from it for free along with a bonus, non album cut. These fellas deliver some psychedelic retro music; the kind of stuff that’s sure… Continue reading [MP3s] Brass Bed: “God Saves The Thieves” + “How To Live In A Bad Dream”

[MP3] Balmorhea: “Clamor”

I’m not really sure what to do anymore with Balmorhea. I’ve written so many posts about them and they continue to provide top-notch tunes with the same affect. I just don’t know what to say that I haven’t already said. So go ahead, read back a bit, I’m not rehashing words just for the sake of… Continue reading [MP3] Balmorhea: “Clamor”