Last October I introduced a band called Big Deal to you guys. I truly believe that they’re ones to keep an eye at. The bands very own KC has allowed me to stream the newly recorded version of their song “Talk”, and I am honored to do so.
It’s the bands current single in the U.K. via Moshi Moshi. Their debut album will follow this July.
Take a listen of the newly recorded version of Talk below:
Is Tropical first caught my ear last year with the catchy song “When O’ When”. They fell off my radar for a bit, but it’s safe to say they are back. June 13th will see the release of their debut album, Native To, via Kitsuné/Cooperative Music/Downtown Records.
The band is allowing Native To’s first single, “The Greeks”, to be downloaded for the price of an e-mail. It’s a bass heavy post-punk dance drank that will get you moving. It has a futuristic vibe to it that reminds me a bit of Klaxons.
Is Tropical are pushing the idea of electronic rock forward more and more. Hopefully the rest of Native To continues this trend.
[mp3]: Is Tropical – The Greeks
Sweedish pop mind The Kick has released a music video for their pop effort “Rubicon”. It’s a dreamy confession with traces of a pop mindset etched in the bands colorful sound.
It should appear on the bands next album. It will be released as as single on April 18th via SubSpace Communications. Stream it, or check out the music video. Both options are below:
Here’s a cool jam from Monster Rally called “Island On Fire” that Bad Panda Records is releasing for free. Monster Rally is Ted Feighan from Columbus, Ohio. After listening to his music that may come as a surprise. He showcases a wide range of influences of African and Bahamian calypso, creating a hazy summer ready sound that will put you in a relaxed state of mind.
[mp3]: Monster Rally – Island On Fire
If you’re interested in hearing more, check out his Coral LP at bandcamp
Digging through some old e-mails and came across The Booze. An eye grabbing name that sort of fits. Their song “Down On Your Luck” practically seems like an ode to the r&b inspired of The Rolling Stones.
“Down On Your Luck” features a feel good chorus that begs for a drunken singalong, over classic rock inspired guitars. If you guys need a modern fix on classic guitar rock, The Booze should be your go to guys.
Grab a mp3 of “Down On Your Luck” and check out its music video right after:
[mp3]: The Booze – Down On Your Luck
“Smother’ was a b-side included on Wild Beasts’ Albatross 7″ which was released yesterday as a part of Record Store Day. It’s not included on the bands new album which shares it’s title.
“Smother” is a somber track that sounds like a heartbreaking confession. The warm cracks of the vinyl rip actually enhance the song to my ears. It’s a gloomy track, but you’d be lying if you’re not moved by it.
Listen to a stream below:
Wild Beasts – Smother by weallwantsome1
My Morning Jacket have created a fan club called “Roll Call” which entitles you to things like their Self-Hypnosis Series where you will get songs such as “Octoplasm”. It’s a 6 minute jazz inspired instrumental that sounds more like something jam band fans would be into. It’s a smooth relaxing listen though, and definitely worth your time if your a fan of MMJ.
Not sure if it’s on the bands new album, Circuital, though. The self titled track
certainly is, though.
Take a listen to “Octoplasm” below, via SKOA
My Morning Jacket – “Octoplasm” by Some Kind of Awesome
We now have high quality streams of “The Butcher” + “Supercollider”, the two songs Radiohead are putting out for their Record Store Day single. I gave you low quality streams yesterday, but now the good stuff is out there.
Take a listen to the songs in some fine high quality, thanks to Consequence Of Sound & Some Kind Of Awesome:
Right now Coachella is happening in the beautiful deserts of California. If you couldn’t make it, don’t worry. Youtube is live streaming every single set from all the bands playing the festival. It’s pretty amazing. It’s not even close to being there, but it’s still a blessing to be able to watch every set live. Technology has come a long, long, way.
I’m watching Interpol’s set as we speak. I’m going to try and live tweet whatever I can from the live sets that I watch. Follow me on twitter to see how that comes out.
Watch the live stream of Coachella right here.
Tomorrow Therapies Son is releasing his debut 5-track EP, Over The Sea as a part of Record Store Day. Therapies is 19 year old Alex Jacob from California.
“Touching Down’ features almost unrecognizable vocals from Jacob, while a merry-go-round rhythm continues it’s circular motion. For such a young act, Therapies Son has soldified himself as a legitimate must watch act.
Got to get my hands on the rest of this EP for sure.
[mp3]: Therapies Son – Touching Down
