You may have noticed we’re big Danger Village folks around here. Beth has filled our ears with goodies over the past few years, and I’ve had the chance to become REAL LIFE FRIENDS with her. One of those real-life-friends moments happened to be over CMJ, where Beth and I talked about one of her special… Continue reading Danger Village presents “The Ghost Control Mix”
[MP3] Angela Perley & The Howlin’ Moons: “Hurricane”
You can see the opening scene to a TV show in this Angela Perley & The Howlin’ Moons song. The main character is purposefully walking, or jogging in the morning, or doing something mischievous that makes them look and feel superior to all else. You know what I’m talking about. “Hurricane” takes on a life… Continue reading [MP3] Angela Perley & The Howlin’ Moons: “Hurricane”
[Abby’s Road] Freundliche Stammbaum
It’s been a while. Radical Face. What a lovely place to start. So… Recently I had the pleasure of seeing the last gig of the Radical Face EU tour here in Munich. While the exquisite recorded versions of Ben Cooper’s songs machine ideas into an almost hand-hewn reality, the live versions are remarkable as well… Continue reading [Abby’s Road] Freundliche Stammbaum
[MP3] Mansions on the Moon: “Fade Into You” (Mazzy Star cover)
Spanning from intense electro pop to folk ballads to acoustic covers of such luminaries as Mazzy Star, Mansions on the Moon does it all. Mansions on the Moon on Knox Road | Website
Ages and Ages: “Divisionary (Do The Right Thing)”
YES. I needed this song so bad. Ages and Ages hearkens back to late 90s/early 2000s indie pop, which makes my heart melt with nostalgia, appropriately coming on the heels of Knox Road’s 5 year birthday. “Divisionary (Do The Right Thing)” ushers in the holiday season with explosive warmth and a soul-searing, lovely anthem. Discordant… Continue reading Ages and Ages: “Divisionary (Do The Right Thing)”
River Tiber releases The Star Falls EP
There’s a little bluebird sitting on my fire escape. For a while, any movement I made turned him into a goner. But now I can approach the window and he’s prepared for my presence. He cocks his head ever so slightly to the side, but keeps his eyes affixed on me. I wonder what he’s… Continue reading River Tiber releases The Star Falls EP
Knox Road is five years old today
In 2008, Breaking Bad began its first season. 35% of Twitter users had 10 or fewer followers. The iPhone was one year old. Knox Road was created (see our first post on November 17, 2008, above). This post isn’t so much about the history of Knox Road as it is about our gratitude to our… Continue reading Knox Road is five years old today
[MP3] Sophia Mitiku: “The Hollow”
We speak about worldy musicians quite often, but I’d be hard-pressed to find someone more deserving of that label than Sophia Mitiku. Mitiku, half Korean, half Ethiopian, was born in California but raised and grew up between Germany and Finland. Say what? Yeah. She knows a thing or two about diverse cultures. Mitiku, a singer/songwriter,… Continue reading [MP3] Sophia Mitiku: “The Hollow”
Little May: “Hide”
An indie-folk trio lady trio based out of Sydney. My interest is already piqued. But really, though, “Hide” is a lovely song and makes me feel so much better about this dreary day (not to mention the winter darkness ahead). The rolling percussion and echoed vocals turn what begins as a nice folk ditty into… Continue reading Little May: “Hide”
Hayden Calnin: “Coward”
His music still strikes me at the core. Check out Calnin’s new song below. I’ve got nothing to add to my first post, which nicely sums up my feelings. Expect more TV placement soon. Shout out to my fellow Hayden Calnin loving friend Missy from LBYB. Hayden Calnin on SoundCloud | Facebook | Knox Road