MP3 – Page 29 – Knox Road

[MP3] Isobel Campbell and Mark Lanegan: “Come Undone”

Isobel Campbell, formerly of Belle and Sebastian, is teaming up yet again with Mark Lanegan for her newest album Hawk, which will be released August 24 on Vanguard Records. Produced by Campbell herself, the record takes a turn for the dark and haunted. Lanegan sings on eight of the 13 tracks and Willy Mason helps… Continue reading [MP3] Isobel Campbell and Mark Lanegan: “Come Undone”

[Notable Album Release] Kacey Johansing – Many Seasons

Kacey Johansing, based in San Fransisco, makes soft pop folk music that would definitely do Harlem well when they make it back to the States for their Chai tea and hot towels. Soothing vocals and a light demeanor (despite the, at times, dark lyrics) mark the overall ‘tude of her music. Johansing, whose name certainly… Continue reading [Notable Album Release] Kacey Johansing – Many Seasons

[MP3] Black Lips: “Before You Judge Me”

We haven’t heard much from Black Lips since their 2009 album, 200 Million Thousand, and their collaboration with GZA, but now we have “Before You Judge Me,” a decent little fuzz track that is part five of the eight-part Adult Swim Singles Program. I’m really unsure how Cartoon Network wooed artists like Black Lips and Washed… Continue reading [MP3] Black Lips: “Before You Judge Me”

Tennis

Who doesn’t love a good husband and wife musical duo? I certainly don’t dislike them. Denver duo Tennis is Patrick Riley and Alaina Moore, another great example of a marriage between music and marriage (it works, leave me alone). The two left Denver to spend eight months sailing along the Northern Atlantic Coast to explore life… Continue reading Tennis

[MP3] Puro Instinct: “California Shakedown” / “I’ve Got Some Happiness (Leland)”

L.A. lo-fi pop group Pearl Harbor has decided to now go by the name Puro Instinct, maybe for fear of being labeled with bad taste? I don’t know, but since their last awesome single, “Luv Goon,” they have recorded an EP and set up a Bandcamp page. The Puro Instinct EP features four tracks including… Continue reading [MP3] Puro Instinct: “California Shakedown” / “I’ve Got Some Happiness (Leland)”

In Case You Missed It: Week In Review

The World Cup started this week. Need I say more about why you may have missed Knox Road? Monday: Coltrane Motion releases new album Hello Ambition! Jack James Tuesday: [Review] Tokyo Police Club’s Champ is somehow weak because it is so well-constructed [Review] Blitzen Trapper comforts us with Destroyer of the Void [MP3] Jesca Hoop:… Continue reading In Case You Missed It: Week In Review

[MP3] Elsinore: “Yes Yes Yes”

Want a sweet touch of pop to spice up the beginning of your weekend? Look no further than Elsinore, from Champaign, Illinois. Led by songwriter and vocalist Ryan Groff, the foursome is set to release their second full-length album, Yes Yes Yes, August 10. Groff’s inimitable falsetto vocals and the band’s lush, full, slickly produced… Continue reading [MP3] Elsinore: “Yes Yes Yes”

Woodsist to release compilation: Welcome Home/Diggin’ The Universe

Woodsist, the label that several great artists call home (including Woods, Real Estate, The Fresh & Onlys, etc.), just announced what is surely an epic compilation. Welcome Home/Diggin’ The Universe will feature 13 tracks, 12 of which are exclusive to the record. Our first taste of the new Woodsist tracks is “I’m Not Gone,” a… Continue reading Woodsist to release compilation: Welcome Home/Diggin’ The Universe

Sleigh Bells announce North American tour

Well-hyped noise-pop/dance duo Sleigh Bells have received a lot of praise for their debut album, Treats, and now they’re taking their act on the road as a headliners. If their live show is anything like their album (full of awesome, danceable, raw energy), then the live shows will be incredible. Because I guess they recognize… Continue reading Sleigh Bells announce North American tour