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It's New Years Eve and I thought I'd put up some good listening to celebrate. Obits are a rock band that originally formed in Brooklyn. The band consists of Rick Froberg (from Pitchfork and Drive Like Jehu!) and Sohrab Habibion, from the band Edsel. I guess they could be considered either indie rock or garage punk, probably some hybrid of the two would be more sufficient. They are playing a couple of shows in January, so check out their website for tour dates. Anyway, Obits' two albums I Blame You and Moody, Standard and Poor are both some really good records, so please give these guys a listen.
You can purchase their album here: http://www.obitsurl.com/
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Monday, December 31, 2012
Sunday, November 4, 2012
Apparatjik are back with a new EP!
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Hello everyone, just a few short months ago Apparatjik released their new album, "Square Peg in A Round Hole." It seems as though we have not seen the last of this super band. Now, Apparatjik has returned in full force, alongside Canadian singer Lowell, with a mini album. This band just seems to be getting bigger and bigger, always adding new members. The new EP is called, “If You Can, Solve This Jumble”. You can purchase the EP on Itunes. There is a link to the song "Shake Him Off."
Hello everyone, just a few short months ago Apparatjik released their new album, "Square Peg in A Round Hole." It seems as though we have not seen the last of this super band. Now, Apparatjik has returned in full force, alongside Canadian singer Lowell, with a mini album. This band just seems to be getting bigger and bigger, always adding new members. The new EP is called, “If You Can, Solve This Jumble”. You can purchase the EP on Itunes. There is a link to the song "Shake Him Off."
Monday, October 29, 2012
Anne Lenner
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This thing (the site) has been going on a while, and I have yet to talk about the woman who sings my favorite song of all time. Anne Lenner was a female singer around the 1930's who did a lot of jazz and big band stuff in her time. Her song There Isn't Any Limit To My Love just has so much heart and soul in it. Musicians lack the heart and passion as they did back in the 1930's. There have been many versions of this song, but I believe Anne Lenner's version is the best. The melodic piano intro, along with Anne's beautiful singing voice, really lifts my spirits every single time I hear it. Seriously, I could listen to it a million times, and I would not get sick of that song. Personally, it is the perfect song to listen to while driving in the rain. Anyway, the link for the song is listed below.
This thing (the site) has been going on a while, and I have yet to talk about the woman who sings my favorite song of all time. Anne Lenner was a female singer around the 1930's who did a lot of jazz and big band stuff in her time. Her song There Isn't Any Limit To My Love just has so much heart and soul in it. Musicians lack the heart and passion as they did back in the 1930's. There have been many versions of this song, but I believe Anne Lenner's version is the best. The melodic piano intro, along with Anne's beautiful singing voice, really lifts my spirits every single time I hear it. Seriously, I could listen to it a million times, and I would not get sick of that song. Personally, it is the perfect song to listen to while driving in the rain. Anyway, the link for the song is listed below.
Saturday, October 20, 2012
NEW Pinback:Information Retrieved!!!
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Well, after five long years, Pinback is back with a whole new album, Information Retrieved. Pinback consists of band members Rob Crow and Zach (ABSIV) Smith, both of which I talk about all the time on this site because they are constantly keeping busy with not just Pinback but other side projects as well. This band is so great because these two people are so different, yet they are able to make some of the best music that is released today. Rob's vocals and unusually catchy guitar arpeggios are always cryptic, yet very clear.. Zach is by far the best bass player out there. I see this band live at least twice a year, and seeing Zach play is amazing. What most people would need two bass players to do, Zach can do without breaking a sweat. Listen to Glide for an example. Being a San Diego native, just like Rob and Zach, listening to Pinback makes me feel like I am at home. With songs like Proceed to Memory, Drawstring, Glide, Sherman, and True North, it is an excellent way to start the fall season.
Purchase their stuff from http://temporaryresidence.com/artists/pinback
Well, after five long years, Pinback is back with a whole new album, Information Retrieved. Pinback consists of band members Rob Crow and Zach (ABSIV) Smith, both of which I talk about all the time on this site because they are constantly keeping busy with not just Pinback but other side projects as well. This band is so great because these two people are so different, yet they are able to make some of the best music that is released today. Rob's vocals and unusually catchy guitar arpeggios are always cryptic, yet very clear.. Zach is by far the best bass player out there. I see this band live at least twice a year, and seeing Zach play is amazing. What most people would need two bass players to do, Zach can do without breaking a sweat. Listen to Glide for an example. Being a San Diego native, just like Rob and Zach, listening to Pinback makes me feel like I am at home. With songs like Proceed to Memory, Drawstring, Glide, Sherman, and True North, it is an excellent way to start the fall season.
Purchase their stuff from http://temporaryresidence.com/artists/pinback
Wednesday, October 3, 2012
Bill Evans Trio
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If you're a jazz fan at all, then you've probably heard of Bill Evans Trio. Arguably one of the best jazz bands of all time. Bill Evans Trio was created by Bill Evans, Scott Lafaro, and Paul Motian. The trio only released three records. Their album, Sunday At the Village Vanguard has been called one of the greatest jazz recordings of all time. A week after recording Sunday At the Village Vanguard, Scott LaFaro died in a car accident, and the band disassembled, leaving both Evans and Motian to continue with other projects. Please give this magic piece a listen.
I do not own the rights to this video.
If you're a jazz fan at all, then you've probably heard of Bill Evans Trio. Arguably one of the best jazz bands of all time. Bill Evans Trio was created by Bill Evans, Scott Lafaro, and Paul Motian. The trio only released three records. Their album, Sunday At the Village Vanguard has been called one of the greatest jazz recordings of all time. A week after recording Sunday At the Village Vanguard, Scott LaFaro died in a car accident, and the band disassembled, leaving both Evans and Motian to continue with other projects. Please give this magic piece a listen.
I do not own the rights to this video.
Friday, September 21, 2012
Stars - The North
The Canadian band Stars have just come out with a new album called, The North. This pop band always leaves fans wanting more. With their electric drum kicks, and the perfect dualism that is Amy Millan and Torquil Campbell, Stars do not disappoint. You can purchase the album on their website below, or stream their album through soundcloud.
http://www.youarestars.com/home/
http://soundcloud.com/youarestars/sets/the-north
Saturday, July 7, 2012
The San Diego Music Awards
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Like 70's italian horror soundtracks? Then you will love the San Diego Music Awards!! Not sure when this band will come out with anything concrete, like a CD or anything, but they sound awesome! The band got into some legal trouble in 2011 and had to change their name because they are using the same name as The San Diego Music Awards, which is a real San Diego awards ceremony held every year. Ironically, one of the members is Rob Crow (Thingy, Heavy Vegetable, and Pinback) who is nominated for best album of the year from the San Diego Music Awards. Their music reminds me of Dario Argento movies, like Suspiria, and any other Italian horror film. Give it a listen! I do not own rights to this video.
Like 70's italian horror soundtracks? Then you will love the San Diego Music Awards!! Not sure when this band will come out with anything concrete, like a CD or anything, but they sound awesome! The band got into some legal trouble in 2011 and had to change their name because they are using the same name as The San Diego Music Awards, which is a real San Diego awards ceremony held every year. Ironically, one of the members is Rob Crow (Thingy, Heavy Vegetable, and Pinback) who is nominated for best album of the year from the San Diego Music Awards. Their music reminds me of Dario Argento movies, like Suspiria, and any other Italian horror film. Give it a listen! I do not own rights to this video.
Sunday, May 27, 2012
Apparatjik Square Peg In a Round Hole
Apparatjik consists of a member from each of those bands. Believe me when I say this, I would not imagine such a diverse group of people to create such cool, electrifying hits. They sound electric, with an intensifying echo (I know that's contradictory) of the amazing Jonas Bjerre. Not quite Mew or any of the other bands these members are in, but they definitely have a different sound than most bands. Their new album Square Peg In A Round Hole came out about a month or two ago. It's really great! Give it a shot and stuff!
You can purchase their stuff here: http://apparatjik.com/
Thursday, May 3, 2012
The Avengers!
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It is Thursday night and, for some reason, I am extremely tired. Not the kind of tired that follows a hard day of working out or manual labor, but the kind of tired where your body and mind are just exhausted for no reason. I do not know why I feel this way, and it could not come at a worse time because I am going to the midnight showing of The Avengers tonight. Yeah, that's right, The Avengers. I know you all are probably thinking, "Yeah, I've heard of The Avengers. Why are you talking about this?" I am talking about this because I want all of you to know that I know this movie will be good. Of course there's Robert Downey Jr. and Chris Hemsworth, along with Chris Evans, Mark Ruffalo, Scarlett Johansson, and a bunch of others. What you all do not understand is that Joss Whedon wrote this movie. That is the number one reason why this movie will be good, not because of the action, not because of the humor, not because black widow is absolutely stunning, but because Joss Whedon wrote this movie.
This guy wrote and created HUGE hits like Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Angel, Firefly, Dr. Horrible's Sing-Along Blog, and he even helped write and produce the new horror film Cabin In the Woods. By the way, Cabin In the Woods was an incredibly awesome piece of horror that should forever be placed on the mantle of, "Horror Movies Everyone Should Watch Before They Die." Most of these shows have massive cult followings, especially Firefly, and Joss Whedon is considered a god at places like comic-con and other movie conventions. All in all, if you liked Buffy or any of those awesome shows, then that alone will tell everyone that this movie will be good. Don't worry, we are all in good hands, and I haven't even seen this yet!
The Avengers opens on May 4th.
It is Thursday night and, for some reason, I am extremely tired. Not the kind of tired that follows a hard day of working out or manual labor, but the kind of tired where your body and mind are just exhausted for no reason. I do not know why I feel this way, and it could not come at a worse time because I am going to the midnight showing of The Avengers tonight. Yeah, that's right, The Avengers. I know you all are probably thinking, "Yeah, I've heard of The Avengers. Why are you talking about this?" I am talking about this because I want all of you to know that I know this movie will be good. Of course there's Robert Downey Jr. and Chris Hemsworth, along with Chris Evans, Mark Ruffalo, Scarlett Johansson, and a bunch of others. What you all do not understand is that Joss Whedon wrote this movie. That is the number one reason why this movie will be good, not because of the action, not because of the humor, not because black widow is absolutely stunning, but because Joss Whedon wrote this movie.
This guy wrote and created HUGE hits like Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Angel, Firefly, Dr. Horrible's Sing-Along Blog, and he even helped write and produce the new horror film Cabin In the Woods. By the way, Cabin In the Woods was an incredibly awesome piece of horror that should forever be placed on the mantle of, "Horror Movies Everyone Should Watch Before They Die." Most of these shows have massive cult followings, especially Firefly, and Joss Whedon is considered a god at places like comic-con and other movie conventions. All in all, if you liked Buffy or any of those awesome shows, then that alone will tell everyone that this movie will be good. Don't worry, we are all in good hands, and I haven't even seen this yet!
The Avengers opens on May 4th.
Saturday, April 28, 2012
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Can you believe it is almost May 2012!? I swear, it seems like only yesterday it was New Year's Eve, the music, the boos, the dancing, and everyone circling around the television waiting for something that is WAY less special than what everyone makes it out to be. Good times, people! That was then, and this is now. Speaking of now, I happened to see Big Black Delta a couple of weeks ago. This band does not get enough recognition. Big black delta is a side project from Mellowdrone's Jonathan Bates, and I must say this band can really make a good first impression. Due to the amplified crashing of the two drummers, shot glasses were moving off the bar! They have a very unique, electronic rock-n-roll attitude that shows through songs such as "Huggin and Kissing," and "Betamax." I particularly like the creative dance balled that was, "Dreary Moon." By the way, you can tell that the singer loves what he is doing because he presents some insane, incredibly entertaining dance moves on stage. All in all, Big Black Delta is one of those bands, due to their electrifying talent and easily enjoyable dance moves, that will be moving up in the music world faster than you can blink. You can purchase Big Black Delta's LP, their EP is free to download too, on their website.
http://bigblackdelta.com/
Can you believe it is almost May 2012!? I swear, it seems like only yesterday it was New Year's Eve, the music, the boos, the dancing, and everyone circling around the television waiting for something that is WAY less special than what everyone makes it out to be. Good times, people! That was then, and this is now. Speaking of now, I happened to see Big Black Delta a couple of weeks ago. This band does not get enough recognition. Big black delta is a side project from Mellowdrone's Jonathan Bates, and I must say this band can really make a good first impression. Due to the amplified crashing of the two drummers, shot glasses were moving off the bar! They have a very unique, electronic rock-n-roll attitude that shows through songs such as "Huggin and Kissing," and "Betamax." I particularly like the creative dance balled that was, "Dreary Moon." By the way, you can tell that the singer loves what he is doing because he presents some insane, incredibly entertaining dance moves on stage. All in all, Big Black Delta is one of those bands, due to their electrifying talent and easily enjoyable dance moves, that will be moving up in the music world faster than you can blink. You can purchase Big Black Delta's LP, their EP is free to download too, on their website.
http://bigblackdelta.com/
Wednesday, January 18, 2012
Geographer
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It's been some time since I posted something, and occasionally that will happen. You know, everyone gets busy. Enough romance, Geographer released their new single Life of Crime last week, and it is pretty good listening. Mixing electronic and alternative music into something more meaningful, Geographer can either make you wanna dance or ruminate. The electric drums, used in most of their songs, almost always sound great when listening with large headphones. Anyway, their single is really something else. Look for their new album Myth, due to come out sometime this year.
You can listen to the new single or buy their previous albums below.
http://www.geographermusic.com/kites/
It's been some time since I posted something, and occasionally that will happen. You know, everyone gets busy. Enough romance, Geographer released their new single Life of Crime last week, and it is pretty good listening. Mixing electronic and alternative music into something more meaningful, Geographer can either make you wanna dance or ruminate. The electric drums, used in most of their songs, almost always sound great when listening with large headphones. Anyway, their single is really something else. Look for their new album Myth, due to come out sometime this year.
You can listen to the new single or buy their previous albums below.
http://www.geographermusic.com/kites/
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