Michael Kiwanuka
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Wgj6vJDfjY[/youtube] I posted Michael’s fantastic single “I’m Getting Ready,” a few weeks back, and I couldn’t help but post the video for the song. Its becoming one of my favorite songs of the year. His voice reminiscent of Otis
Leisure
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KzETypnRjn8[/youtube] Check out Boston band Leisure and their video for shimmering single “Green Light.” Its one of those songs that seems to slow time down. Its densely layered hypnotic feel goes along great with the “double-vision” look to the video. Its a
Caitlin Rose
Caitlin Rose – Shanghai Cigarettes Tonight opening for Hayes Carll is Nashville TN’s Caitlin Rose. She’s an up and coming alt country / folk songstress who is still extremely young (24) and just released her debut full-length in March. Her songs are naive, vulnerable and honest. She writes in a
Breathe Owl Breathe
Breathe Owl Breathe – The Listeners A playful vibe, and a child jump in on Breathe Owl Breathe’s new one, “The Listeners.” Its this playful curiosity to their music that drew me in on this one. This one actually feels like it could be a Noah and the Whale track.
Three Metre Day
Three Metre Day – I’m Like an Oak Check out modern roots trio Three Metre Day’s new cut “I’m Like an Oak,” from their new album Coasting Notes. The gentle nature of Michelle Willis’ voice and the combination of the subtle jazz, folk elements create an intimate and
Crystal Stilts
Crystal Stilts – Dark Eyes Check out the handclap laced Dark Eyes, a track from indie Rockers Crystal Stilts. They are about to release a new EP, Radiant Door, on Sacred Bones records. Its an interesting sound, the vocals feel extremely far away, and the reverb drenched sound bounces off what
Yukon Blonde
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bl8ubkqO8yY[/youtube] Check out Canada’s Yukon Blonde video for their track “Water” from their recently released Fire//Water EP on Dine Alone Records. Similar to their track “Fire” its a refreshing classic rock style tune with harmonies that are awe-inspiring. The video
Netherlands
Netherlands – Something or Nothing Just stumbled upon this super gorgeous dream pop song from UK band Netherlands. Its laced with some of the nicest harmonies I’ve heard in a long while. The single is to be part their debut ep released on 7″ and in digital. The delicate vocals
This is my mixtape for the month of October. If you are an exfm user you may have already gotten the chance to listen to it. But now I’m giving you the chance to download it. Track list includes: 1. The Sea and the Cake – Up On the North
Sandman Viper Command
Sandman Viper Command – Rough Love This being the second song I’m hearing from Canadian indie-rock band Sandman Viper Command, and I’m becoming overly obsessive. It takes a while to open up in the reserved song, but clicking in somewhere at the 3 minute mark are the release of
Brown Bird
Brown Bird – Thunder and Lightning Brown Bird – Bilgewater When I got my first crack at hearing Brown Bird I was totally floored. Amazed at how much great sound duo David Lamb & Morganeve Swain produce together. Their influences are varied but reside mostly in roots rock, early American Folk, Gypsy
Nada Surf
Nada Surf – When I Was Young Nada Surf is about to release their 7th record (4th on Barsuk), The Stars Are Indifferent To Astronomy, which will release next year (1/24/12). I’m digging this one because its reminding me of old tunes of theirs. I love how the
