Category: New Albums

[MP3] ARMS: “Tiger Tamer”

ARMS is pretty neat, I think, because it’s a bedroom project that sounds much greater in scope while still retaining a cool lo-fi mood. The mastermind behind it all is Todd Goldstein, the guitarist for the now-defunct Harlem Shakes, who will be digitally releasing ARMS’ debut album, Kids Aflame, in the U.S. this Tuesday. The… Continue reading [MP3] ARMS: “Tiger Tamer”

[MP3] Athlete: “Don’t Hold Your Breath”…(and other relevant news)

I won’t lie – I’ve been an Athlete fan for quite some time now. While inconsistencies have no doubt been a major problem for the British quartet, they still manage to capture my attention with several songs. “Tourist” and “Airport Disco”, in particular, always renew my faith in Athlete’s ability when they come up on… Continue reading [MP3] Athlete: “Don’t Hold Your Breath”…(and other relevant news)

Frightened Rabbit set to release third album in March 2010

Frightened Rabbit, the awesome Scottish band that seems to be perpetually going through a bad break up, is coming out with a new album! It’s going to be called The Winter of Mixed Drinks (natch), and it’s due out in March 2010. The band will also set out on a “full North American tour” in… Continue reading Frightened Rabbit set to release third album in March 2010

[MP3] New Collider: “Time Concerns”

Our friends from a former KR “Keep an Eye On…” feature, San Fransisco’s Collider, recently contacted us about a new, free, digital single they’ve released to the public in anticipation of their new album, set to drop December 31, 2009. The single is called “Time Concerns” (there’s also a bonus track called “Modern Ends”) and… Continue reading [MP3] New Collider: “Time Concerns”

Zach is back! (Lipkins, of course)

Remember our interview with Zach Lipkins, the musical genius out of the Berklee School of Music in Boston? Well, you didn’t think we’d leave you hanging with just that did you?? No! Zach is back – he sent three brand new songs our way as he readies himself for his next album. Details are a… Continue reading Zach is back! (Lipkins, of course)

Notable Album Release: Field Music – Measure

Field Music, one of my favorite straight-up playful (though that adjective may need to change now) pop bands out there, is set to release an upcoming “double” album, Measure, February 16. I found out about the British brothers several years ago from 3hive and was immediately smitten by their delightful song, “You’re So Pretty”. However,… Continue reading Notable Album Release: Field Music – Measure

[MP3] New Tim Williams: “Murderous Air”

Since Jon’s post about a month ago, Tim Williams has been gaining a reputation as one of the best up-and-coming singer/songwriters the genre has to offer. Way to go Jon for predicting success, and way to go to Tim for the actual success! His music was recently featured on One Tree Hill – just in… Continue reading [MP3] New Tim Williams: “Murderous Air”

Atlas Sound’s Logos is weirdly immersive in the best possible way

Did I make that album cover big enough for you? Well, I sure hope I did! Atlas Sound is the side project of Bradford Cox, much of the creative force behind Deerhunter. On Logos, his second full length under the Atlas Sound moniker, he reaches deep into his trippy bag of tricks to produce one… Continue reading Atlas Sound’s Logos is weirdly immersive in the best possible way

Kings of Convenience stay true to form on Declaration of Dependence

I’ll admit it – the Kings of Convenience make me jealous. Everything seems to come so easy to them. Intricate guitar arrangements and dissonant harmonies are like simple math. But it’s not like I get frustrated listening to their music. In fact, it’s rather the opposite; stressful situations call for Kings of Convenience. Warm, delicate… Continue reading Kings of Convenience stay true to form on Declaration of Dependence