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Black Joe Lewis & the Honeybears - Sugarfoot from the album...

Sat, 05 Dec 2009 17:19:36 -0500

Black Joe Lewis & the Honeybears - Sugarfoot

from the album “Tell ‘Em What Your Name Is!” (03.17.09)

It’s hard to listen w/o instantly drawing comparison to James Brown, as the singer’s spirit certainly resonates in Lewis’ blend of soul & blues

Ryan Bingham - The Weary Kind from the album “Crazy Heart:...

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 23:00:00 -0500

Ryan Bingham - The Weary Kind

from the album “Crazy Heart: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack” (TBD)

Written by T Bone Burnett, sung by Bingham & featured in the upcoming film “Crazy Heart.” A best song nominee this awards season? Perhaps…

The xx - Islands from the album “xx”...

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 04:18:33 -0500

The xx - Islands

from the album “xx” (08.17.09)

This youthful UK band instantly grabbed rave reviews with their self-produced debut – a pleasantly sedated collection of sparse, lo-fi tunes.

Rodrigo y Gabriela - Hora Zero from the album...

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 03:11:50 -0500

Rodrigo y Gabriela - Hora Zero

from the album “11:11” (09.08.09)

The fervor these 2 create is incredible. The duo’s rhythmic intensity and seemingly effortless tempo transitions always keep you enraptured.

"and… we’re back!"

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 02:01:47 -0500

“and… we’re back!”

The Raveonettes - Suicide from the album “In and Out of...

Wed, 12 Aug 2009 17:14:00 -0400

The Raveonettes - Suicide

from the album “In and Out of Control” (10.06.09)

The Danish rock duo continues their electrified, simple-50/60s sound on their new single; complete w/ a pounding, wall-of-sound chorus.

Gossip - 8th Wonder from the album “Music for...

Wed, 05 Aug 2009 12:51:15 -0400

Gossip - 8th Wonder

from the album “Music for Men” (2009)

W/ Rick Rubin producing, their 4th album is more polished, w/o losing the essence of Beth Ditto’s soulful voice & their punk-funk groove.

Bonus: M.V. for their disco-ey 2nd single “Love Long Distance”

Blur - Popscene from the album “Midlife: A...

Mon, 03 Aug 2009 10:13:00 -0400

Blur - Popscene

from the album “Midlife: A Beginners Guide To Blur” (2009)

An oldie, but goodie. Last wk Blur released their career-expansive comeback compilation ft this previously single only tune circa 1992.

Bonus: My fav Blur song/video “Coffee + TV.” Watch it. Love it.

Tiny Masters of Today - Pop Chart from the album...

Sat, 01 Aug 2009 14:28:27 -0400

Tiny Masters of Today - Pop Chart

from the album “Skeletons”(2009)

At only 15 & 13 yrs old, this Bklyn sibling duo has already turned out 2 LPs filled w/ simple, raw, punk tunes primarily recorded on Garageband.

Madcon - Wholehearted from the EP “To Be CONtinued...

Tue, 28 Jul 2009 17:57:00 -0400

Madcon - Wholehearted

from the EP “To Be CONtinued (aka CONquest)” (2009)

Despite the int’l fame of their single Beggin, this Norwegian duo has yet to break major ground w/US releases, but it’s only a matter of time.

Bonus: M.V. for “Liar” (NSFW. continued trend of posting lewd content)

Monogrenade - Ce Soir from the album “La Saveur...

Wed, 22 Jul 2009 03:42:00 -0400

Monogrenade - Ce Soir

from the album “La Saveur Des Fruits” (2009)

I found this stop-motion spectacle the other nt while browsing thru Vimeo. I liked the tone & subtle electronic pulse from this Montreal band.

Make The Girl Dance - Baby Baby Baby from the EP...

Tue, 21 Jul 2009 14:00:00 -0400

Make The Girl Dance - Baby Baby Baby

from the EP “Baby Baby Baby” (2009)

Despite what’s implied, none of the girls in the video are dancing. Trust me, I was paying complete attention. Gotta love french ~~women~~ electro-rock!

Bonus: Translation

Explode Into Colors - Paper (Hot Sax Version) from the album...

Tue, 21 Jul 2009 06:56:29 -0400

Explode Into Colors - Paper (Hot Sax Version)

from the album “TBD” (TBD)

via their myspace: “E.I.C. = 3 weird aunts + basement party + drawing & sewing till our hands hurt but we keep on keeping on + lost mix tapes + lots of dramedy.”

Noisettes - Never Forget You from the album “Wild...

Sat, 18 Jul 2009 15:58:54 -0400

Noisettes - Never Forget You

from the album “Wild Young Hearts” (09.22.09)

The Noisettes now have an entirely revamped sound compared to their 1st EP that I purchased. I really like the 60’s soul / Phil Spector vibe.

Mellowdrone - Jumping Off the Pier from the album...

Wed, 15 Jul 2009 08:08:00 -0400

Mellowdrone - Jumping Off the Pier

from the album “Angry Bear” (2009)

After a relative boost in recognition w/some tv spots, LA-based Mellowdrone recently released their long-awaited 2nd full-length LP digitally.

Dirty Projectors - Stillness is the Move from the album...

Tue, 14 Jul 2009 14:22:00 -0400

Dirty Projectors - Stillness is the Move

from the album “Bitte Orca” (2009)

with all the hullabaloo about the new DP’s album, I felt I should plug one of the best & most easily digestible tracks for any tenderfoots

John David Rushton’s “Content Life” -...

Mon, 13 Jul 2009 10:09:00 -0400

John David Rushton’s “Content Life” - Your City Song

from the album “City of The Night” (2008)

the epitome of great street music. the band is 3 ppl who met in SM. as regular 3rd st performers, they always attract a large, dancing crowd.

BONUS: “City of the Night” (live w/band)

The Dirtbombs - Wreck My Flow from the album “We...

Thu, 09 Jul 2009 21:43:00 -0400

The Dirtbombs - Wreck My Flow

from the album “We Have You Surrounded” (2008)

2 drummers, 2 bassists & 1 amazing guitar player (who’s been an influence on jack white & the Detroit rock scene) w/ great punk-soul rhythms.

Metric - Gimme Sympathy from the album...

Thu, 09 Jul 2009 12:40:00 -0400

Metric - Gimme Sympathy

from the album “Fantasies” (2009)

although Haines’ debate about The Beatles vs. The Rolling Stones may seem somewhat inane, the driving rhythm helps keep this song on course.

Tinted Windows - Can’t Get a Read on You from the...

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 12:15:00 -0400

Tinted Windows - Can’t Get a Read on You

from the album “Tinted Windows” (2009)

I’m still torn about promoting a band w/ Taylor Hanson in it. But this song from the Cheap Trick-inspired supergroup is undeniably catchy.