From the same trusted studio source that brought the attention of The Downer Party to my ears comes “The Duel”, by Chloe Makes Music, including vocals from The Morning Benders’ frontman Christopher Chu. Chu actually produced the debut Chloe Makes Music record, The Puppeteer, which was released in January. Chloe is a gentle vocalist, playing… Continue reading [MP3] Chloe Makes Music: “The Duel (feat. Christopher Chu)”
Tag: Pop
Hidden Pictures
Please believe me when I tell you I was not compelled to write about Hidden Pictures simply because of the male part of the duo’s striking resemblance to Elliott Smith. I mean, it certainly helped (and it’s pretty eerie), but their music struck me in a sweet spot as well. It’s simple, pop-infused rock, with… Continue reading Hidden Pictures
[MP3] Sam Owens: “How To Build A Clock”
Sam Owens’ fourth album, How To Build A Clock, is making some serious rounds after his first few albums were only heard by a select few. Which is a shame, really, as Owens knows how to craft head-boppers. Nowhere is that more evident than on the title track off the album, which he’s made available… Continue reading [MP3] Sam Owens: “How To Build A Clock”
Snowblink
Snowblink is a band I should have posted about a long time ago, especially after hearing their single “Ambergris” in anticipation of their record Long Live, which was released today. Also released today was a new mp3, “The Tired Bees”, a short but sweet number. Snowblink is currently Daniela Gesundheit and Dan Goldman, a Toronto… Continue reading Snowblink
Hilary Grist
We’ve been throwing enough experimental sounds your way lately. It’s time to step back into the singer/songwriter realm with a new female vocalist hot on the scene. Hilary Grist, out of British Columbia, brings the goods on her newest record, Imaginings. Grist leans heavily on her piano underneath a sultry, soothing voice for the flirtatious… Continue reading Hilary Grist
The Barettas
Wait, am I the first one to post about this band?? Just kidding, Jamie! Also, I’m sure others have posted about The Barettas since they rock. The trio will make you wanna rip off your winter layers and dance all night. Their energy and youthfulness is contagiousness; they’ve certainly got a knack for crafting catchy… Continue reading The Barettas
Lia Ices casts her spell on Grown Unknown
I hadn’t heard much of Lia Ices, if anything at all, until I heard “Grown Unknown,” the teaser track off her similarly-titled album. Immediately captivated by the simple combination of Ices’ echoing vocals and sparse instruments, including my favorite – hand claps, I began to wonder: were we getting another Glasser here? It seemed so… Continue reading Lia Ices casts her spell on Grown Unknown
Little Anchor
We don’t post all that often on Saturdays or Sundays, because the weekend is a time for REST. (Side note: Jamie usually works on the weekend. HA. …Just kidding, I feel for you, Jamie. 🙁 ) But, there are those times when music overlaps quite nicely with rest and songs are well suited for Saturdays.… Continue reading Little Anchor
[MP3] Digits: “Lost Dream”
Remember our friend Digits (aka Alt Altman), the minimalist electronic pop mastermind? If you don’t, fear not! Clicking the previous link will refresh your memory, and now he’s got a new song, “Lost Dream” for us all to enjoy. I like that Altman doesn’t go over the top with his music – he knows his… Continue reading [MP3] Digits: “Lost Dream”
[MP3] Shake The Baron: “Zodiak Name”
Shake The Baron, from Connecticut, make soaring pop that was meant to be released in the early 2000’s – their songs hold much of what we’ve been dearly lacking in music throughout these past couple years. It’s, dare I say it, lighthearted. Old school (…like, a few years ago) kicking guitars and melodic vocals drive… Continue reading [MP3] Shake The Baron: “Zodiak Name”