I have a friend who thinks about music in terms of what season it falls in. This person has some albums and bands that he correlates with “summer.” Since this is turning out to be a cold winter season, I began to think about what music reminds me of winter. I start with one of… Continue reading In the cold, cold winter.
Syme
A band I only recently began listening to (and has left me wishing I started earlier,) Norwegian quartet, Syme, mixes layered harmonies with infectious melodies to create some truly indelible music. Fredrik Vogsborg and Ketil Endresen’s falsetto vocals make these electronic pop ditties hard not to enjoy, as the music sounds cute and refreshing. While… Continue reading Syme
New Friendly Fires “Skeleton Boy” Video
U.K.’s Friendly Fires just released a new video for “Skeleton Boy” off their September debut LP, Friendly Fires. I like the trick photography in the video. How do they make his whole body disappear?! If this is any sort of indication, 2009 is gonna be awesome. Mp3 too. Friendly Fires – “Skeleton Boy” (MP3) [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GyA8zfouG4Y]
In Case You Missed It: Week in Review
If you’ve been driving all week to get to the inauguration but shedding tears over missing out on Knox Road content, have no fear! Here’s what went down: Monday Collaborate with Santogold and you won’t be stupid Microsoft + Advertising = Horror Show (Songsmith.) Free mp3s every month from awesome band, Dayliner Wintermitts are crafty… Continue reading In Case You Missed It: Week in Review
Ivana XL
Sticking with the Brooklyn theme on a cold night, I present to you singer/songwriter Ivana XL. Don’t let the name throw you off – she’s not some crazy punk crooner – actually quite the opposite. Ivana’s voice is haunting with a Regina Spektor-like ting (but don’t get caught up in the whole comparison thing, because… Continue reading Ivana XL
Under The Sherry Moon
Under The Sherry Moon is the project of a bunch of Danish musicians that has a TON of potential. They’re working on their debut album now, but some of the first tracks are awesome! Their wandering lo-fi electronic sound is something totally different and original. The songs are complex, well-written pieces that singer Signe Marie Schmidt-Jacobsen haunts with… Continue reading Under The Sherry Moon
Notable CD Release: Matt & Kim – Grand
Not my typical style of music, Matt & Kim, the Brooklyn duo, somehow find a way to keep me listening. And that’s why I’m excited for the new album release, Grand, January 20, and for the upcoming record release show, January 22, at Williamsburg Music Hall in Brooklyn. They have pounding beats over danceable (if… Continue reading Notable CD Release: Matt & Kim – Grand
So. Cold.
It is freezing right now in New York. I don’t care if I’m from Boston, don’t tell me I should be able to suck it up. Cold is cold no matter where you’re from. Free mp3 for whoever buys me some footsie pajamas! (Fair trade, no?) Aw, what the hell, everyone’s a winner at Knox… Continue reading So. Cold.
Pawnshop Diamond
A glass of wine and folksy love songs with a groove are always good. I don’t care who you are, you will be in the mood for it sometime or another. So it’s fortunate we have Vancouver, B.C.’s Pawnshop Diamond. Led by Katie Ormiston, the band has been described as “both vintage and timeless,” “observant… Continue reading Pawnshop Diamond
Barack Obama makes parties happen!
If you have $50 that is. Because if you have a spare fifty in your wallet, you can attend the 930 club’s Rock The Vote and Ck One Inauguration Party! Who is going to be playing at this party you ask? Well, we have Talib Kweli, Michael Franti, The Dresden Dolls, The Honey Brothers, Jamie… Continue reading Barack Obama makes parties happen!