Future Islands released a new song, "Before the Bridge", the first since their 2010 album In Evening Air. The song has a much faster beat, yet at the same time quite simple, than what was found on their last album. Below is the new track that also has an option to download as well.
Monday, June 13, 2011
Thursday, June 9, 2011
Kevin Drew: Spirit If
Fucked Up
Fucked Up released a new album, "David Comes to Life", that many people are saying is great. I have not heard the whole album in its entirety yet but what I have heard I really enjoyed. Looking around, I came across this 10 minute short on the band. I think its an interesting watch for someone unfamiliar with this band. It seems like Fucked Up is just gaining more and more attention everyday. NPR reviewed the new album, almost every website praises them but, it seems, the band has kept its humble roots. Its nice to see a solid, rock band gaining attention that it deserves.
Wednesday, June 8, 2011
Gang of Four: Entertainment!
The song "Damaged Goods" has been bouncing around in my head this morning for reasons more than one. With that, I thought I would add Gang of Four's 1979 debut album, Entertainment!, that "Damnged Goods" is on, so you can enjoy it if you haven't heard it.
"Damaged Goods"
Tuesday, June 7, 2011
The Weeknd: House of Balloons
This is a hard one to describe. With that said, House of Balloons has an R&B base but from there the sound spreads into other genres making it hard to pin it down. Regardless, this album is smooth as some black silk draped on a sexy body in bed. I love the balance of sensuality and darkness. The drowsy atmosphere is found throughout the album but there are times the beat picks up, creating a groove perfect for dancing by yourself, with too many drinks in your stomach, in a crowded room with little light. Plus, there are lyrics, passionate and dramatic at times, certainly have the recipe for perfect sing along time alone or with friends. I have been taking this album in recently and you should do the same if you have not yet. It has a radio-friendly element to it but, at the same time, too off for radio which is the perfection combination for me.
Ramblin' Jack Elliott: Young Brigham
Born in Brooklyn, Ramblin' Jack Elliott was not interested in following in his fathers footsteps to become a surgeon. Elliott was drawn to the rodeos that were happening at Madison Square Garden and this city boy wanted to be country through and through. Eventually he found a rodeo to travel with but eventually his parents tracked him down and dragged him back to Brooklyn. It was upon his return he befriended Woody Guthrie and viewed the man as a friend and inspiration. The chain of influence from Guthrie to Elliott was passed on by Elliott to Bob Dylan when he arrived in New York City from Minneapolis. Elliott's sound is classic Amerciana, blending folk, bluegrass and country. Young Brigham, released in 1968, has Elliott covering Guthrie, Dylan and even The Rolling Stones, plus several songs written by Elliott himself. In the end, this is a great folk record with country undertones. Its clean, simple and has a wonderful rich sound to enjoy. Ramblin' Jack Elliott is a singer/songwriter is someone that seems to have gotten swept under the rug of popularity since he surrounded himself with names biggert han his own. Regardless, he hung around these greats because he had the same skill and passion as them and that is heard when you hear his music.
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