Now that my top 10 list of albums from 2009 is completed, I thought it’d be useful for me to post a short recap of the countdown. Below is a list of the albums as well as links to the articles about each. Enjoy. [READ ON]
Monthly Archives: May 2013
TAKEN BY TREES AT RELENTLESS GARAGE
On my last Monday in London (for the time being), I had a very spiritual experience. I went to see Taken by Trees at the Relentless Garage, and was treated to an absolutely amazing show. Out of Sweden, this is an artist that is highly influenced by Middle Eastern music. There is a very logical reason for this, however. Her most recent album, East of Eden, was recorded in Pakistan, allowing her to experience the harsh realities of life in the Middle East first hand. [READ ON]
MIIKE SNOW’S DEBUT LP [BEST OF 2009]
So we finally made it! Here is the #1 album (in my opinion) of 2009! This record is a remarkable example of what happens when you get three creative people in a room, and let them work their magic. This particular team of artists is quite uncommon. Two of them are from Sweden, while the final member is from the United States. These same two members previously produced hits for Madonna, Kylie Manogue, and Britney Spears. Any idea who I’m talking about? [READ ON]
STRICKEN CITY
Here’s a band, Stricken City, who’s managed by my co-worker. I’ve been listening to their stuff, and really enjoy it. They have a great sound, both popy and unorthodox at the same time. The cowbell on “Pull The House Down” really does it for me! [READ ON]
DECEMBER 19 SONGS
Today is my brother’s birthday which means that I will be dedicating this post to him. Yay! Here you go Jeff, a song that you’re going to like that isn’t absolute shit like the rest of the music you listen to. Enjoy!
WHY?’S ESKIMO SNOW [BEST OF 2009]
Here we are with the final two albums nominated for my favorite record of the year. It’s been nearly impossible to weed out the AMAZING albums from the good, but I think I have done a good done selecting a unique and accurate list of albums. This next choice is one that didn’t find itself atop most top 10 lists this year, and I think it’s an absolute shame. Take notice of this band people! [READ ON]
FUN. [INTERVIEW]
I feel EXTREMELY fortunate to be able to say that Nate Ruess, lead singer of fun. and former member of The Format recently answered a few questions for us. As I try to do with all my interviews, I have asked slightly odd things that you won’t find in Rolling Stone or NME. Here’s the interview. [READ ON]
BOUGHT A BRIDE BY BRAND NEW
No, no. I didn’t buy a bride! That’s f*cking ridiculous. The title of this post is referring to a song from the artist Brand New, off their most recent album, Daisy. You probably don’t remember, but I gave it a pretty harsh rating when I first started listening to it earlier this fall.
Though my mind hasn’t completely changed, I have given it a fair chance to sink in and I have to say that I kind of like it now. It will never compare to Brand New’s other albums, but there is an admirable depth to the album that should be appreciated. Here is a video that a reader pointed me to (thanks Ammie) that could definitely have been on one of the band’s earlier records. Enjoy this amazing version!
PHOENIX’S WOLFGANG AMADEUS PHOENIX [BEST OF 2009]
Here’s an album that took the indie nation by the balls, and turned a mythological bird into a household name (well, maybe only in houses with a big indie rock fan). Though I have liked their music since my sophomore year of college, this album really escalated by fandom. Diehards and mainstreamers alike both praised this album for its catchiness and depth. [READ ON]
HORSE FEATHERS AT HOXTON SQUARE BAR
Last week I saw Horse Feathers at Hoxton Square Bar and Kitchen in London. The place is a great venus for small gigs, offering a very intimate setting for quieter music (though it’d be great for any genre). [READ ON]
Back in 2010, Cerulean, the debut album from Will Wiesenfeld under his Baths moniker, emerged at a rather apt moment. As the LA beat scene was beginning to see[READ ON]
It's been ten short years since The Postal Service released their one and only full-length album, Give Up. While it feels as if only a few months have passed, it was clear on Friday night just how many people that album has[READ ON]
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Today I’m pleased to offer you (what I assume is) exactly what David Byrne would not want someone to do with his art: apply one's own senses of alleged[READ ON]
