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Date: Thursday, 20 Aug 2009 01:26
Myspace // "Salt Air" (Plastician remix)[Audio]
Last month, London-based electronic popsters Chew Lips released their second single on Kitsune, "Salt Air." It's yet another promising statement from the group who have quickly become one of the in demand outfits in England. Posted below is a remix from Plastician, which is unavailable on this single.
Author: "Dany (noreply@blogger.com)" Tags: "Chew Lips, remix, London"
Date: Wednesday, 19 Aug 2009 16:51
Myspace // "Don't Stop Dreaming" (demo) [Audio]
If you're into this sort of thing, Mat Horne loves these guys. If you need a bit more convincing, this Northampton group does quite a bit of synth-assisted rocking, but not in any obvious way. It's not a group that I got on the first listen, but with some time, I started to understand the appeal and now, I really can't get this tune out of my head. Word is that they'll be opening some Miike Snow dates in the UK.
Author: "Dany (noreply@blogger.com)" Tags: "Northampton, NewIslands"
Date: Wednesday, 19 Aug 2009 01:27
Myspace // "Television" [Audio]
My love of former Newcastle stalwarts Kubichek! has only grown since a they disbanded a couple years ago. Three of the four guys went on to form the solid Black Flashes, but nary a peep has been heard from them in quite some time. Recently, former Kubichek! singer Alan McDonald has been playing guitar in Manila Chapter, a band that retains some of the flavor of his former outfit, but also looks into the future with new textures and new sounds. It's early days for them, but you can listen to three choice demos on their Myspace now.
Author: "Dany (noreply@blogger.com)" Tags: "Newcastle, Manila Chapter"
Date: Tuesday, 18 Aug 2009 14:35
Myspace
Before this album came out earlier this summer, I mentally picked the songs that I thought made sense as the singles, and so far I've been on point. The concept for this video is simple, but it's also effective in showing the energy of this young band, especially the near epileptic fits of lead singer Jack Steadman. The video's style even has a touch of R.E.M. circa late '80s.
The single is out 14 September in the UK, and their debut album is out now.
Author: "Dany (noreply@blogger.com)" Tags: "new video, Crouch End, Bombay Bicycle Cl..."
Date: Friday, 14 Aug 2009 13:29
[Photo Credit: Sam Seager]
Myspace // "Don't Spit at Her Face" [Audio]
Whether it's pop or indie, I can't really say, but there is really something effortlessly classic about the tunes that London-based Stricken City create. Their quirkiness rarely, if ever, becomes too obnoxious for their own good, and it allows them to fit in nicely next to bands like Amazing Baby and Land of Talk.
The band are set to release an 8 song EP through Pure Groove on 12 October, a gatefold CD/DVD package in very limited physical quantities. Pre-order your copy now and get a high-quality digital download on 14th September. A U.S. vinyl release will follow on 3rd November through The Kora Records.
Author: "Dany (noreply@blogger.com)" Tags: "Stricken City, Pure Groove, London"
Date: Wednesday, 12 Aug 2009 01:29
Myspace // "Another Girl" [Audio] // "I Wanna Be Free" [Video]
Like an artifact ripped straight out of the early '80s, Russian band Manicure have crafted an eponymous debut album of memorable post-punk tunes. It makes one wonder if this is another area of eastern Europe that could become a hotbed of indie rock, much like Poland and Slovenia have in recent years.
The band's debut EP is available here if you can read Russian. As for the album, you can hear it on their Myspace page, but I am in the dark on purchasing it -- an email to the band has gone unanswered.
Author: "Dany (noreply@blogger.com)" Tags: "Manicure, Moscow, Russia"
Date: Tuesday, 11 Aug 2009 01:41
[Photo Credit: Luke Thornton]
Myspace // "New Skin of Mine" [Audio]
We know that London outfit Spindle + Wit are active and gigging, but why does their Myspace page go untouched? Do they not want people finding out about them? Maybe they want to remain a secret, but really, that would be just a shame. It appears that the real action is taking place over at their blog, where you can read about recent mentions in The Fly or a brushes with fame with Pixie Geldof.
The band is another folk-pop group to keep an eye on, one that spreads a bit of sunshine on the sound mastered by Mumford and Sons, amongst others. Their video for "Bring Out the Sun" (no word on completion date) will feature Noel Fielding reprising his moon character from The Mighty Boosh.
Author: "Dany (noreply@blogger.com)" Tags: "The Mighty Boosh, Mumford and Sons, Spin..."
Date: Monday, 10 Aug 2009 01:45
Myspace // "Heavy Purple" [Audio]
Feeling a bit wistful, I decided to browse some of the old Lightspeed Champion videos on Youtube, at least the proper ones, as each one of has something special about it that makes me feel all warm inside. "Tell Me What It's Worth" reminds me of walking around London, and the pure joy that it gives me, while "Midnight Surprise" is one my favorite songs. The concept of the video could easily fall flat on its face, but the finished product works brilliantly.
"Tell Me What It's Worth"
"Midnight Surprise"
Mr. Hynes has moved from London to Brooklyn and is working on his second album. "Heavy Purple" is a teaser of what's to come, and while it may exhibit a bit too much of Prince, it's still a killer song. According to him, it "sounds nothing at all like the album, just a bit of fun..."
Author: "Dany (noreply@blogger.com)" Tags: "Brooklyn, new song, London, Lightspeed C..."
Date: Friday, 07 Aug 2009 02:14
Myspace // "Butterfly Kisses" [Audio]
Like a hidden gem plucked out of the '90s shoegaze heyday, Brooklyn's the Depreciation Guild seem to do the sound better than most of the original purveyors. This is the band's latest single, which is available on Kanine Records now.
This video, directed by Jack Ferry, is an excellent companion piece to the song and fits the band's image perfectly -- you really couldn't ask for anything more in a video.
Author: "Dany (noreply@blogger.com)"
Date: Thursday, 06 Aug 2009 01:23
Myspace // "I'll Take My Chances" [Audio]
London trio takes the sound that Metronomy mastered and runs with it in new and strange directions. Over the course of one song the band comes off as both creepy and precious, which is perfectly fine for a night out at the club. This is electronica that is more concerned about hooks and melody than your local popster, but the band isn't afraid to throw you for a loop either -- they don't want you getting too comfortable.
While their tunes on Myspace are merely just a start, it seems to be a pretty damn good one to me.
Author: "Dany (noreply@blogger.com)" Tags: "Is Tropical, London"
Date: Wednesday, 05 Aug 2009 13:56
Myspace // "Wonder Weapon" [Audio]
Promising Fleet-based band Arthur called it quits on 22 July, an important piece of news I missed until today, thanks to being on the road for ten days. This was a real letdown as these guys were really coming into their own with their latest batch of songs. Here's the posting from their Myspace page:
Dear friends and fans....
We write this regretfully to inform you that we have decided to call it a day,due to personal reasons within the band.
We would like to thank everybody so so much for all your support over the last 4 years, and for making it worthwhile.
We have had great times which will not be forgotten, and we hope you will never forget us.
I am sure in the future that we will all be involved in music in some way or another.
Anyway...here are two new songs we recorded a month or so ago.
Enjoy.
Love to all,
Arthur
x
Most of the band's previous output is available for free from this link.
Author: "Dany (noreply@blogger.com)" Tags: "Arthur, Fleet"
Date: Tuesday, 04 Aug 2009 17:14
Myspace // "Black Heart, Blue Eyes" [Audio]
Last month, Leeds outfit Tigers That Talked dropped their latest EP Black Heart, Blue Eyes (on Bad Sneakers Recods), which is perfect next step for a band. Their melodramatic folk pop isn't any better than on the title track, showing a band that is rising far beyond their influences.
Author: "Dany (noreply@blogger.com)" Tags: "Leeds, Tigers That Talked"
Date: Tuesday, 04 Aug 2009 15:08
Myspace // "A Zillion Million Ameros" [Audio]
Since Elle Milano parted ways late last year, former frontman Adam Crisp has only gotten busier. He's been involved with several remixes, has two electronic projects, and a more traditional band, the Premarital Sect. He's been fooling around in one of those electronic projects for a number of years, and it seems as though that 2009 has really seen his vision be fully realized. Electronica is not all about partying, and Crisp understands that this only makes the music better.
Author: "Dany (noreply@blogger.com)" Tags: "Yately, Entrepreneurs, Elle Milano"
Date: Wednesday, 22 Jul 2009 17:25
Myspace // "These Kids" [Audio]
When a fellow blogger excitedly contacts you about a band that they want you to listen to, you HAVE to check it out. Bloggers are a jaded lot, bombarded with music by every great and awful band out there, so when David at Separated By Motorways reached out to me about They That Cried Wolf, it immediately made its way to the top of my list.
The band hails from Yeovil, South West England, a four piece made up of long time friends. While they claim their influences as Tellison, Kings of Leon, and Wolf Parade, the music is much more interesting than that.
"These Kids" is a 'perfect summer song' and it's on their debut EP Hunters in the Snow, which is out now.
"These Kids"
Author: "Dany (noreply@blogger.com)" Tags: "Yeovil, England, They That Cried Wolf"
Date: Tuesday, 21 Jul 2009 02:12
Myspace // "Signs" [Audio]
LoveLikeFire's latest video, a clip directed by Jacob Perlmutter, was premiered today on Myspace. The single is out 24 August through Heist or Hit Records, while the band's full length debut hits shelves 14 September (and select indie retailers on 17 August) in the UK.
Author: "Dany (noreply@blogger.com)" Tags: "San Francisco, LoveLikeFire, Heist or Hi..."
Date: Thursday, 16 Jul 2009 13:15
Myspace // "Tin Man" (demo) [Audio]
Animal Kingdom's great weakness is also their greatest strength - they are terribly derivative, but the thing is, they do it so well. Their songs are almost the same quality as other well known indie acts like (early) Radiohead, Snow Patrol, and Coldplay. With just a couple of singles out for public consumption, the band already has a reputation for writing catchy and beautifully sweeping songs. The indie kids are going to hate this, and frankly, I'm not quite sure why I am so into them, but you can't deny a great song.
"Tin Man"
Author: "Dany (noreply@blogger.com)" Tags: "England, Animal Kingdom"
Date: Wednesday, 15 Jul 2009 15:54
[Photo Credit: Emily Dennison]
Myspace // "Oklahoma" (Dutch Uncles remix) [Audio] // "Obviously Cold" [Video]
This Friday in Manchester (UK), favorite sons (and daughter) the Answering Machine will be playing a gig at Man City Stadium with Doves, Twisted Wheel, and the positively terrible Kid British. Although the band has only dipped their toes into the US, they've been blowing up in their home country, fresh off of a support tour with Manic Street Preachers.
The band's debut album is out now on Heist or Hit Records.
First person to e-mail me the name of their favorite Answering Machine tune gets a pair of tickets to this gig.
Author: "Dany (noreply@blogger.com)" Tags: "Dutch Uncles, Manchester, Manic Street P..."
Date: Tuesday, 14 Jul 2009 02:46
Myspace // "Heart" [Audio]
When a band provides no information about who they are, what they do, and how their sound came about, then what am I supposed to write? Where do I fill in the blanks for the reader?
London's Babe Shadow is this sort of beast, a band that leaves just the tunes and nothing more. While the music may not fit the hustle and bustle of the city, they are not necessarily out of place either, especially with the advent of such new folk stars like Johnny Flynn, Mumford and Sons, and Noah & the Whale. While this may be a lazy comparison to make, it's a fine place to start, although the band will likely show us that they don't quite fit in anywhere.
Author: "Dany (noreply@blogger.com)" Tags: "Babe Shadow, London"
Date: Monday, 13 Jul 2009 04:30
Myspace // Minnaars EP [Download]
Happy Monday.
This track can be found on the EP, which is linked above. It's has been happily shared by the band via their Myspace page.
Author: "Dany (noreply@blogger.com)" Tags: "Leicester, Minnaars"
Date: Friday, 10 Jul 2009 17:04
Myspace
This song is ridiculous in the best way possible, sounding like the Ronettes if they had a heavy diet of indie rock -- it's the second single off of their new album. Being a fan of this band for a number of years, it's refreshing to hear them get better with each subsequent album. While their latest album, Wild Young Hearts, is already out in the UK, it gets a US release on 22 September. The band has a short US tour this summer, all on major markets. Dates below.
7/22 Los Angeles, CA Spaceland - Club NME
7/27 Portland, OR Berbati's Pan
7/28 San Francisco, CA Rickshaw Stop
8/1 Brooklyn, NY Bell House
8/3 New York, NY Santo's Party House
8/7 Chicago, IL Back porch at HOB (Lollapalooza After party)
8/10 Boston, MA Great Scott
8/11 Philadelphia, PA M Room
8/12 Washington, DC Rock and Roll Hotel
Author: "Dany (noreply@blogger.com)" Tags: "US release and tour, The Noisettes"
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