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Posts Tagged: alt rock
HEAR: Chill Indie Rock | Tutankhamun – “Ask Me Again”
We are thrilled to share Tutankhamun: a solo project from multi-instrumentalist Olly Toomey. “Ask Me Again” harkens back to chill 70s soft rock. The entire album is a masterpiece and we are excited to hear more from this artist. Take … Continue Reading
Yo La Tengo Performs in Drag in Tennessee!
Members of Yo La Tengo ditched their regular garb on Monday in Nashville, TN in favor of something a little more revealing, with Ira Kaplan and James McNew performing in drag. The concert at the Basement East came weeks after … Continue Reading
HEAR: Gorillaz – “Oil” Ft. Stevie Nicks
Stevie Nicks is the latest legend to collaborate with Gorillaz. Gorillaz is a virtual band formed by Damon Albarn and Jamie Hewlett in 1998. “Oil” is a standout track on their new album Cracker Island—one of the most hypnotic and … Continue Reading
Tulsa Rock and Roll: The Bourgeois – “Check My Pulse”
The Bourgeois “Check My Pulse” Soldier On The Bourgeois have an new EP out, and it kicks ass. This is one of my favorite bands. They just know how to rock. At times, like in “Check My Pulse”, they have … Continue Reading
Alt Rock At Its Best: Finish Ticket – “Dream Song”
Finish Ticket “Dream Song” I am so excited that Finish Ticket have a new single out. This band is so great; I saw them open for The Kin a couple of years ago, and they blew me away. They still … Continue Reading
Powerful Beauty: Scarlet Sails – “Upside Down”
Scarlet Sails “Upside Down” A new single from Scarlet Sails; exactly what this world needs, and it’s a complete killer. Russian born singer-songwriter, Olya Viglione and Dresden Dolls drummer, Brian Viglione (also known as a best looking couple in rock), have put out a record … Continue Reading
Intimacy Through Association: Papercuts – “Laughing Man”
Papercuts “Laughing Man” Parallel Universe Blues There is something mysterious going on in this gorgeous pop song. Nothing is as it seems, and no real activity is occurring, just fragments of dreams encased in beautiful 90s sounding pop with vocals … Continue Reading
Booty Shorts and Beats in Gorillaz ‘Humility’
2-D skates joyously through the Gorillaz new video for ‘Humility’ in his booty shorts and Beats while Jack Black picks out the cheerier parts of the song on guitar. This is Venice Beach so of course you have your juice-heads, jerks, and … Continue Reading
And They’re Back: Belly – “Shiny One”
Belly “Shiny One” Dove Belly is back. My goddess, this is as exciting as having The Breeders back, maybe more, since it’s been so long since Tanya Donelly has graced us with her beautiful voice singing her wonderfully quirky music. … Continue Reading
The Supergroup: MIEN – “Black Habit”
MIEN “Black Habit” MIEN What a great superband. In rock history, oftentimes members from other disparate bands have formed a new band, but often the egos don’t match (think The Traveling Wilburys or Blind Faith). But MIEN seems to have … Continue Reading
Real Rock: The Buttertones – “Matadors”
The Buttertones “Matador” Gravedigging From the first note, you know you’re listening to genius. Sometimes the Buttertones sound like The Breeders, but then that sax comes in and the lead vocalists hits some notes that are amazing high. As their … Continue Reading
This Is The Year: Five Eight – “Pleiades”
Five Eight “Pleiades” Songs For St. Jude What a great expressive video that totally fits the song. I love Five Eight. They are so different from most indie bands. First of all, Mike Mantione’s vocals are not beautiful, but they … Continue Reading
Beauty In Outer Space: Hallam London – “Walking To Alpha Centauri”
Hallam London “Walking To Alpha Centauri” The Sheffield Album Demos After a bit of a break, Hallam London and Ian Badcoe have combined their talents and produced a truly stunningly beautiful album. With London handling the music and Badcoe the … Continue Reading
Displacement: Vern Matz – “Shelby Park”
Vern Matz “Shelby Park” Vern Matz What a great, piano-based pop band in the spirit of Ben Folds or Weezer. I love this band. They’re not afraid to have fun and be kids, while at the same time, showing tremendous … Continue Reading
Scottish Punk: The Decrees – “Sons Of Rage”
The Decrees “Sons of Rage” Coming from Scotland, The Decrees have all the great alternative post-punk sound that made bands like Big Country and other Scottish so great. This is a such a wonderful band. Consisting of Lewis Akers – … Continue Reading
Sensual Alt Soul: Nikki’s Wives – “Slow Fast Slow”
Nikki’s Wives “Slow Fast Slow” Another dynamic, sensual yet cool-as-ice song from Nikki’s Wives, which is just what we needed for Autumn. Coming from Toronto, Nikki’s Wives, comprised of Nikki, Dylan, and Nate, have gathered some big name recognition from … Continue Reading
Alt Rock At Its Best: November Loop – “Fuel For The Baffling Fire”
November Loop “Fuel For The Baffling Fire” November Loop Coming from that great metropolis of Youngstown, Ohio, November Loop is a kick-ass, alternative band that is so unbelievably tight and amazing. Comprised of Ed(Sarge) Villabona-Guitars/Vocals, Chip Taylor-Guitars/Vocals, Jill Harrison-Bass, Matt … Continue Reading
Dark Rock: Alexa Rock – “Empty Drinks”
Alexa Dark “Empty Drinks” Empty Drinks/Empty Hearts If anyone deserves the name last name dark, it is Alexa Dark. This singer/songwriter/guitarist has dark lyrics combined with a dark sound and dark, smoky vocals who can still kick those high notes … Continue Reading
Pride On Your Sleeve: Palehound – “If You Met Her”
Palehound “If You Met Her” A Place I’ll Always Go Palehound is back with a great song and album. I love this band, led by Ellen Kempner, with drummer Jesse Weiss (Spook The Herd), and new bassist Larz Brogan. This … Continue Reading