Between so many solo projects by each of The Strokes’ band members, it seems like their new album is the one left to suffer the most. There’s been so much talk and speculating around it, that I, for one, don’t even know what to say, or write for that matter, anymore. It’s almost the beginning of November, and there’s still no word regarding it. All we know is that the band is still recording, and…
One of the most interesting debut projects of the year is, without a shadow of a doubt, the Austin electropop Neon Indian. The band’s sound is an interesting mix of lo-fi and reminiscent ’80s cheesy disco beats, delivering in the process some incredible synths and pop hooks. It’s not nearly as danceable as Alan Palomo’s (Neon Indian’s driving creative force) past projects, Vega or Ghosthustler, but it’s definitely very chill and carefree, ideal for time…
Since the super-group trio of Josh Homme/Dave Grohl/JP Johns was first announced a few months back, Them Crooked Vultures have become the number one act in the scene, with all eyes turning towards them, watching the band’s every move. Be it secret live shows, teasers and cryptic messages, The Vultures haven’t been too generous with details at all, but we’re pretty happy about what we’ve learned today. So, finally, Them Crooked Vultures debut self-titled will…
Rumored to be called “Google Music,” “Google Audio,” or “One Box, this latest search service targeted exclusively to the music niche, plans to revolutionize the way people find music. Apparently, upon searching for a particular artist or song will bring up a box, hence the “One Box” name, where users will be able to stream songs randomly chosen by the search engine, as well as particular tracks. The search giant won’t become a retailer though,…
I simply loved Yeasayer’s 2007 debut, “All Hour Cymbals”, an album that shines of an epic, out worldly atmosphere – a world where sludgy metal textures, gospel, a capella and liberal doses of electronic psych-rock mania reign undisturbed. As a result of their well received debut, the Brooklyn band was signed by Secretly Canadian for their upcoming sophomore effort, details of which were just recently finally announced. The new Yeasayer album is titled “Odd Blood”…
Weezerville is a peaceful little town, packed with really pleasant, although a bit loud, town’s folk. However, when a charming, beautiful woman enters the scenery things take a dramatic turn. That’s showing her, uh, guys?! This is how, in a nutshell, the latest Weezer video unfolds, soundtracked by the pure pop anthem (If You’re Wondering If I Want You To) I Want You To. Oh, there’s a midget too, somewhere. You can never go wrong…
The Whigs are a band that has slowly, but surely, risen among the ranks in the indie/alt rock scene in the last few years. What’s very important to note is that the band’s initial spark of success came based solely on a self-released effort, their 2005 debut “Give ‘Em All A Big Fat Lip”, which eventually was re-released by ATO Records after they signed the group. The sophomore “Mission Control” washed up a few years…
Forget what Chinese astrology might tell you, 2009 is the year of the Phoenix! After delivering what can only be described as almost pure pop perfection, in the form of their last record “Wolfgang Amadeus Phoenix”, and becoming the most remixed band of the summer, it’s pretty clear the band is at the top of its game. We posted a few remixes before, really great ones too, but you’ll probably find the best ones on…
During her recent summer tour, Karin Andresson released a very limited edition 7″, featuring her covering Vashti Bunyan’s “Here Before” and Nick Cave & the Bad Seeds’ “Stranger Than Kindness.” Both are excellent, but I found the Nick Cave one strangely interesting. The original is soberly dark, but this Fever Ray version dwells even further, exploring well beyond its limits, thus delivering an even darker, but sensual take. Her drum beats signature sound seals it…
I’m sure I’ve mentioned at least a couple thousand times before how stoked I am about Wolfmother’s sophomore release. For the last week or so, Wolfmother’s new album, “Cosmic Egg”, has been streaming in its entirety down at the band’s myspace, and, so far, there hasn’t been a day in which I’m not heavily streaming at least once. It’s a really great album, although I’m not going to go as far as saying it’s better…
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