"Alison Mosshart and Jamie Hince stopped by London’s famed Maida Vale Studios yesterday for an interview with BBC Radio 1’s Zane Lowe and performance, in which the duo wore the reggae influences of their new single “Satellite” even more on their sleeve by debuting a medley of Dawn Penn’s “You Don’t Love Me (No No No)” and Joe Higgs’ “Steppin’ Razor” (made famous by Peter Tosh). The Kills’ swampy-stomp take is excellent, as it ably abides by my #1 rule for great covers: Make the jam(s) your own. Stream the entire broadcast here or just the reggae medley above."~twentyfourbit.com
Thursday, March 31, 2011
Cover Stories - The Kills "You Don't Love Me(No No No)"
The Kills - Dawn Penn & Peter Tosh Covers Medley by TwentyFourBit.com
New Music Video - Katy Perry and Kanye West Are Otherwordly In "E.T"
Let the GaGa comparisons commence. I think a Fifth Element type concept would have been better, but too late to go back now. What do you think?
The Strokes Had A Late Night
If they were going to go black and white, they should have gone all the way and gave it the 60's nostalgic look.
Q&A - Matt Gross( @mattheartspade)
DJ and blogger, aheartisaspade.com, Matt Gross(I hope he doesn't mind that I used his twitter picture) was kind enough to answer a few of my questions.
1) When you started your website did you have a vision or plan for what you wanted it to be? If so, have you stuck to it?
Yup - had a vision to present lots of news, exclusives & contests - i've stuck to that pretty well.
2) Do your personal music taste align with the majority of what you post? What type of music do you prefer?
Absolutely. indie/britpop/new wave/electro/guilty pleasure pop... i'm a massive fan of 95% of the content i post.
3)How did you get into DJing?
Got a few offers years back and it slowly became a regular occurrence...
Wednesday, March 30, 2011
New Music - Childish Gambino "The Longest Text Message"
The Longest Text Message by Childish Gambino
I am going to embarrass myself at the concert, and I don't care. I just love him way too much.
I am going to embarrass myself at the concert, and I don't care. I just love him way too much.
Just Cause - Peter Gabriel "My Body Is A Cage"
Heard it on an episode of House and thought how haven't I heard this before. It's a cover of an Arcade Fire song; I like his version better.
New Music Video - MNDR "Cut Me Out"
I didn't like MNDR that much live when them came with Chromeo, but this video is kind of cool.
Throwback - Born Jamericans "Send My Love"
The Born Jamericans ladies and gentleman. I used to be so in love with their music. This song is better than a lot of artists' whole albums. I miss the 90's.
*P.S I had no idea they are from D.C.
Cut Copy At 9:30
The 930 Club staff interviewed Cut Copy before their show. I don't know why I don't work there. Somebody make that happen.
Vanilla Fudge Have a Late Night
Vanilla Fudge performed "You Keep Me Hangin On" on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon.
Cover Stories Live - Jamie Woon "Someone Like You"
Artists are really taking covering Adele's songs seriously. Jamie Woon covered "Someone Like You,' which is a cover itself, for BBC's Radio 1 Live Lounge. It's so simple and pretty. Check out John Legend's cover of "Rolling In the Deep" if you haven't here.
Audio/Video - Hip Hop(Lupe Fiasco, Wale, Lil Wayne, Tyga)
Lupe Fiasco And B.o.B Ask “Who Are You Now” In Unfinished ‘Lasers’ Track
Wale Dropped By 106&Park For A Quick Interview And To Drop Off His New(Old) Video The “Break Up”…
T-Pain Tweets Away His New Derriere-Adoring Track “Booty Work”
Video: Lupe Fiasco Live @ MTV Spring Break
Listen: Birdman f/ Lil Wayne, Mack Maine & T-Pain "Get Money"
Listen: Tyga f/ Adele "Reminded"
Wale Dropped By 106&Park For A Quick Interview And To Drop Off His New(Old) Video The “Break Up”…
T-Pain Tweets Away His New Derriere-Adoring Track “Booty Work”
Video: Lupe Fiasco Live @ MTV Spring Break
Listen: Birdman f/ Lil Wayne, Mack Maine & T-Pain "Get Money"
Listen: Tyga f/ Adele "Reminded"
Tuesday, March 29, 2011
New Music Video - The Pains of Being Pure at Heart "Heart In Your Heartbreak"
Oh indie-pop bands from Brooklyn.
Cover Wars - Kenton Dunson Remixes John Legend's "Rolling In The Deep"
John Legend - Rolling In The Deep Feat. Kenton Dunson (Kenton Dunson Remix) by kentondunson
What is that saying: A copy of a copy is never as good as the original? In this case, it's more like a copy of a copy is something completely different from the original. I love that this sounds like an actual remix. To me adding a rap verse isn't a remix, it's just another version of the song. Dunson does a good job making this sound even more like it could be a track on a John Legend album.
What is that saying: A copy of a copy is never as good as the original? In this case, it's more like a copy of a copy is something completely different from the original. I love that this sounds like an actual remix. To me adding a rap verse isn't a remix, it's just another version of the song. Dunson does a good job making this sound even more like it could be a track on a John Legend album.
Monday, March 28, 2011
Tyler Glenn Announces Neon Trees Headlining Tour
ANNOUNCEMENT!!
MANIACS!I have super glue and needle wounds on my fingers from creating rad new stage attire for our upcoming tour with My Chemical Romance that starts in 3 days!But i have even more news….I am proud to announce our very own North American headlining tour that will start May 15th in Houston Texas.
I cannot wait to see of you and meet a lot of new fans on the MCR dates, but I am thrilled we will be back to a lot of areas we’ve missed when we return on our May/June run!
We have tons of info on dates and our radical openers coming very soon…so stay tuned
and we will see you at the rock n roll hall
STAY TRUELove Tyler
Cover Stories - Miguel "Hold It Against Me"
Miguel makes Britney Spears' "Hold It Against Me" his own for Billboard's Mashup Mondays. This is one of the better mashups Billboard has done.
B-Side - Panic! At the Disco "Bittersweet"
"Bittersweet", a b-side from Panic! At the Disco's new album Vices & Virtues, leaked last week. Should it have made the album?
Cover Stories - Stay Golden "Spotlight(Oh, Nostalgia)
Stay Golden did an Acapella version of Patrick Stump's "Spotlight(Oh, Nostalgia)," It sounds like (Oh, Regrets), which I like better than (Oh, Nostalgia). Well done.
Bamboozle Roadshow Dates and Lineup Announced
5/6 Charlotte, NC - The Fillmore
5/7 Myrtle Beach, SC - House of Blues
5/11 Orlando, FL - House of Blues
5/13 Houston, TX - House of Blues
5/15 Dallas, TX - House of Blues
5/18 San Diego, CA - House of Blues
5/19 - Los Angeles, CA - House of Blues
5/20 San Francisco, CA - The Fillmore
5/24 Vancouver, BC - The Commodore
5/30 Chicago, IL - House of Blues
6/2 Indianapolis, IN - Egyptian Room
6/3 Cincinnati, OH - Bogart’s
6/4 Detroit, MI - St. Andrew’s
6/5 Cleveland, OH - House of Blues
6/8 Philadelphia, PA - TLA
6/10 Toronto, ON - Sound Academy
Album Release - The Sounds 'Something To Die For'
If you like Alphabeat you will probably like The Sounds. The Swedish band, of course, has been releasing music for over a decade and they are still going strong. They have made fans out of everyone from Pharell to Quentin Tarantino. On their new album, Something To Die For, they continue their indie new wave rock sound. Lead singer, Maja Ivarsson, voice gets drowned out on some songs, but her delicate sounding voice shines on tracks like "Wish You Were Here." You can listen to the new album here.
Music News - Little Dragon, Juno Awards, Bon Iver, J.Cole
I went on a mini vacation this weekend, so I didn't do any blogging. But I did do some interviews that I will post later this week. Below are some links to music news that was reported over the past three days. Enjoy.
Little Dragon announce new album Ritual Union; hear new track "Nightlight"
Arcade Fire, Justin Beiber win big at Canada's Juno Awards.
J. Cole will be joining Rihanna's North American tour as her second opening act.
Kisses announce Las Vegas residency.
Listen to the new Justice single "Civilization" in its full, non-Adidas commercial glory
New Bon Iver album due this summer.
Pitchfork to stream LCD Soundsystem's final show live from Madison Square Garden on April 2
Little Dragon announce new album Ritual Union; hear new track "Nightlight"
Arcade Fire, Justin Beiber win big at Canada's Juno Awards.
J. Cole will be joining Rihanna's North American tour as her second opening act.
Kisses announce Las Vegas residency.
Listen to the new Justice single "Civilization" in its full, non-Adidas commercial glory
New Bon Iver album due this summer.
Pitchfork to stream LCD Soundsystem's final show live from Madison Square Garden on April 2
Album Review - Mac Miller 'On and On and Beyond'
C+
XXL Freshman Class member Mac Miller's debut album, On and On and Beyond, comes out this week. I don't really have much to say about it; I expected much better. Overall the whole album sounds like a lazy 90's summer playlist; non-thought provoking subject matter, chill beats, and a young feel. Like it would be on the soundtrack to "The Wackness," a good movie by the way. Stand out tracks: On and On and In the Air . You can listen to his debut here.
Thursday, March 24, 2011
Friendly Fires Heats Up Late Night
Friendly Fires performed a track, "Live Those Days Tonight," from their new album Pala out May 24th.
Music News - Sade and Jay Z, Depeche Mode, Chris Brown Apology
Adele is #1 once again
Glee's "Loser Like Me" debuts at #6 on the Billboard Hot 200.
Sade have turned down several rappers including Jay Z to collaborate, but for some reason they have changed their mind.
David Lynch, Duran Duran, and Kelis walk into a bar.
Is Chris Brown's apology too little too late?
Depeche Mode releasing a new album.
New music: Lil Wayne ft. Rick Ross "If I Die Today"
Glee's "Loser Like Me" debuts at #6 on the Billboard Hot 200.
Sade have turned down several rappers including Jay Z to collaborate, but for some reason they have changed their mind.
David Lynch, Duran Duran, and Kelis walk into a bar.
Is Chris Brown's apology too little too late?
Depeche Mode releasing a new album.
New music: Lil Wayne ft. Rick Ross "If I Die Today"
Cover Stories - John Legend "Rolling In The Deep"
photo by eurweb.com
Yet another person has covered Adele's "Rolling In The Deep." This time it is adorably sexy John Legend. He takes it to church; giving it an even more soulful sound. The two of them need to do a song together. Listen to it here.
Album Review - Sky Ferreira "As If"
As If! EP: A-
I love Miley Cyrus, but Sky Ferreira is who she wishes she could be. Ferriera is a teenager who is making the music she wants without really having to worry about being a role model. She sings about not being ashamed of loving sex on her Katy Perry like opening track "Sex Rules." I'm not naive or a prude, but when I found out her age I did wince a little bit. Being only 17, I'm sure some religious parent organization is already boycotting her in some way. Despite that, her debut As If! EP is electronic pop goodness, especially for someone so young. Read a track by track review after the jump. And listen to the whole EP here.
Wednesday, March 23, 2011
Just Cause - Erykah Badu In Dubai
eryKAHBAdu live - Dubai, United Arab Emirates from erykah badu on Vimeo.
Erykah Badu posted this for promotion for her performance at the Chillout Fesstival in Dubai on April 9.Richard Ashcroft Performs On Late Night
Richard Ashcroft performed "Are You Ready," from his just released album United Nations of Sound, on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon yesterday. Ashcroft is the lead singer of The Verve, you know the group that made "Bittersweet Symphony," video here if you need to jog your memory. I like to keep it about the music, but this dude looks like he partied with Keith Richards and held his on.
New Music Video - Chris Brown "Beautiful People"
"Just because his interview on Good Morning America turned violent against windows doesn’t mean Chris Brown is slowing down his promotional plans for his album release. His video for “Beautiful People” premiered this afternoon, featuring Chris and pals (like Timbaland and Pharrell) working and playing in the studio and riding around on razor scooters. It’s basically a four-minute statement that Brown still has a bunch of friends on his side." ~idolator
Local Flavor: Tereu Tereu
The DMV natives are another up and coming band to keep your eye out for. Sounding like a mix of Phoenix and Young The Giant, especially on songs like "Furwinked," Tereu Tereu makes good pop-punk indie music. So good they landed a gig opening up for D.C's much revered The Dismemberment Plan when they played their reunion show at the Black Cat. And they are currently on tour with fellow DMVer Carol Bui, which had them playing shows at SXSW.
"This is a band that just keeps getting better and better, and you’re going to want to be able to say that you knew them before they got big."Check out more of their music and see when and where they are playing here.
New Music Video - Spoek Mathambo "Closer"
"Covering Joy Division‘s classic “She’s Lost Control” (also covered by Jamaican born Afrofuturist predecessor Grace Jones shortly after its release), Spoek applies the Sankofa principle by learning from the teachings of the past to go forward to get across his idea of a scary not too distant future. Director Pieter Hugo and DP Michael Cleary’s stark black & white images shot in South Africa are the perfect company to Joy Division frontman Ian Curtis’s bleak lyrics."
New Music - Hip Hop
There is a lot of new music out; click on the links to listen and/or download.
Rick Ross ft. Wale and Wiz Khalifa "RetroSuperFuture II"
Snoop Dogg ft. Kanye West and John Legen "Eyez Closed"
Pusha T new mixtape "Fear of God"
88 Keys "Beats No More 2"
Jahdan Blakkamoore "Quick Money"
Rick Ross ft. Wale and Wiz Khalifa "RetroSuperFuture II"
Snoop Dogg ft. Kanye West and John Legen "Eyez Closed"
Pusha T new mixtape "Fear of God"
88 Keys "Beats No More 2"
Jahdan Blakkamoore "Quick Money"
Tyler Glenn Asks An Important Question
Tyler Glenn, lead singer of Neon Trees, posted a lovely video of him playing an acoustic version of "How Long Til Your Surrender."
Tuesday, March 22, 2011
New Music - Chris Brown 'F.A.M.E'
Little Dragon Makes U.S. TV Debut
On, of course, Late Night with Jimmy Fallon. Watch them be awesome above.
New Music Video - If By Yes "You Feel Right
Earlier today I profiled If by Yes, and now they have released their new music video. The always awesome Joseph Gordon-Levitt helped make the it. Which means I will love it.
New Discovery - If By Yes
If By Yes from Love Supreme on Vimeo.
If you like bands like Zero 7, Telepopmusik, or Little Dragon, you might also like If By Yes. They have that same mellow, calming, artsy sound. The group is made up of veteran artsy pop music makers Petra Haden and Yuka Honda. Together with guitarist Hirotaka "Shimmy" Shimizu and drummer Yuko Araki, "If By Yes is guaranteed to seduce you with their utterly exquisite and playful sensibilities, futuristic rhythms, and other-worldly sounds." You can stream their debut album, Salt On Sea Glass, here.2011 Best Alternative - Kokayi
In addition to winning Best Alternative, he also won a Living Legend award at the 2011 DMV awards. He reminds me of a mix between B.O.B and Cee-Lo; which works for him. On top of being a critically acclaimed, Grammy nominated artist Kokayi "keeps busy on multiple fronts with several side-projects – as one half of the electro-hop duo, Dastardly (with DJ/Producer Sharkey), and his long-time Afropunk outfit, The Caesarz - each of which has self-released albums to much critical acclaim. He's produced the MTV Jams staple, "Jet Setter" for fellow D.C. artist Tabi Bonney and created the theme to BET’s “How I’m Living”, as well as music for various commercials on MTV/Nickelodeon." Watch his interview with Societyhae.com, after his SXSW performance, below, the video for his song "RoxTar" above, and you can stream his latest album Robots & Dinosaurs here.
Monday, March 21, 2011
Throwback - 5ive "Baby When The Lights Go Out"
So I am filling out my Boy Band Madness bracket, yes you read correctly, and this was one of the contenders. I think I'm going to post each of the contenders, cause they are serious throwbacks.
Friday, March 18, 2011
Lupe Fiasco Announces Spring Tour Dates
Lupe Fiasco will be one of many special guests at Kanye West SXSW show. But if you are like me and can't make that show, perhaps you can make one of the dates below.
March 27 – Los Angeles, CA – DUB Car Show – L.A. Convention Center
March 31 – Durham, NC – Duke University
April 1 – Ann Arbor, MI – University Of Michigan
April 13 – Albany, NY – SUNY Albany – Washington Ave. Armory
April 16 – Keene, NH – Keene State College
April 19 – Oxford, OH – Miami University
April 21 – Phoenix, AZ – Mesa Amphitheater
April 24 – New York, NY – Roseland Ballroom
April 25 – New York, NY – Roseland Ballroom
April 26 – New Haven, CT – Yale University
April 28 – Bristol, RI – Roger Williams University
April 29 – University Park, PA – Penn State University
May 1 – Baltimore, MD – Meriweather Post
May 6 – New Orleans, LA – Congo Square
May 7 – Boise, ID – Boise State University
May 11 – Lewiston, ME – Bates College – Grey Gym
March 27 – Los Angeles, CA – DUB Car Show – L.A. Convention Center
March 31 – Durham, NC – Duke University
April 1 – Ann Arbor, MI – University Of Michigan
April 13 – Albany, NY – SUNY Albany – Washington Ave. Armory
April 16 – Keene, NH – Keene State College
April 19 – Oxford, OH – Miami University
April 21 – Phoenix, AZ – Mesa Amphitheater
April 24 – New York, NY – Roseland Ballroom
April 25 – New York, NY – Roseland Ballroom
April 26 – New Haven, CT – Yale University
April 28 – Bristol, RI – Roger Williams University
April 29 – University Park, PA – Penn State University
May 1 – Baltimore, MD – Meriweather Post
May 6 – New Orleans, LA – Congo Square
May 7 – Boise, ID – Boise State University
May 11 – Lewiston, ME – Bates College – Grey Gym
Just Cause - Leon Russell Performs On Late Night with Jimmy Fallon
I really like this song, and of course the Roots were excellent backing.
Klaxons Cancel North American Tour
"Klaxons regret to announce the cancellation of their upcoming North American shows in March and April due to unforeseen circumstances.
Anyone with a proof of purchase for their tickets is entitled to a free download of an exclusive song unavailable elsewhere. Email ticket scans or purchase confirmations to info@klaxons.net
The following klaxons appearances are cancelled:"
Foreign Friday - Naeto C "10 Over 10"
"10 Over 10" is from the Nigerian rapper's recently released sophomore album 'Super C Season'. One of his most popular songs, "Kini Big Deal," is below. I'm feeling a bit lazy so I will write more about Naeto C later. But before I go, he graduated from the same university I went to so...I'm cooler than you. Haha, I'm probably not.
Lupe Fiasco Debuts At #1
Lupe Fiasco's fiasco of an album, "Lasers," debuted at #1 on the billboard Hot 200 this week. I say it's a fiasco only because of the drama surrounding it. Despite Fiasco bad mouthing the record and many fans disappointment with it, the album still beat out several new releases and Adele for the top spot. Another Glee soundtrack, Avril Lavigne, R.E.M, and Sara Evans all debuted in the top 10; #3, #4, #5, and #6 respectively. A somewhat disappointing entry for Avril Lavigne, but better than not being in the top ten at all.
Foreign Friday - Does It Offend You, Yeah?
"Spend an hour in the company of Does It Offend You, Yeah? and a couple of dozen pints and you’ll find yourself on the receiving end of a brilliantly bilious torrent of hatred and disgust aimed at the mass music media, major record labels, sell-out ‘underground’ acts...You’ll find yourself, essentially, in the company of the most uncompromising, un-corporate-cock-swallowing, angry, passionate and dedicated-to-the-cause band in the UK right now. And one who knows the pitfalls of having a gorge-like gob: “Everyone who has a strong opinion gets shot down for it. But we’re fighting the good fight.”The passionate Brits just released their new album, Don't Say We Didn't Warn You. I loved their last album, so I had high hopes for this one. It sounds a little different then I expected, but I think I love it more for that. It has edgy electronic punk tracks, 80's like dance tracks, a little bit of pop, and a lot of Brit heart. Whatever it is in the UK that makes people make great music should be bottled and sold. You can listen to the whole album here for a limited time.
Thursday, March 17, 2011
Lil Wayne's New Album Has A Release Date
"Tha Carter IV" will drop May 16. I won't be surprised if another one of his kids drops the same day. Okay, that was neither here nor there. The new album will not likely match the success of "Tha Carter III," but should do fairly well. Especially, off the buzz from his I Am Music II tour that began recently. Are you excited for his new album?
New Music - Teddybears ft. Robyn "Cardiac Arrest"
I likes. I'm sure there will be some interesting remixes too.
Album Review - Jennifer Hudson "I Remember Me"
Instead of a long post about the album, I'm going to summarize my feelings about this album as such: LSNE = Lots of sizzle not enough spark, Broadway = Someone will be belting this out despite whether they can sing or not, Cut It Out = The album could have done without this, Heavy Rotation = Will be playing this on repeat, and Meh = Song left me feeling nothing.
Heavy Rotation = "Angel," "Don't Look Down," "I Got This"
LSNE = "No One Gonna Love You," "I Remember Me," "Still Here"
Broadway = "Why Is It So Hard," "Believe"
Cut It Out = "Everybody Needs Love," "Feeling Good"(Had to play the Buble version to get this out of my ears)
Meh = "Where You At," "Gone"
C+/B- A lot of the tracks could go in the meh category actually. She clearly wasn't trying to make an album for the masses, and I commend her for that. You can listen to full album here.
2011Best MD Male R&B - Kevin Ross
"Originally from Washington D.C., Kevin Ross has the next meaningful voice of this generation. Kevin's rich tone, creative run ideas, youthful look and piano skills, humbly places him into the category of some of the greatest performers of all time. As a trained vocalist and performer, his engaging stage presence and personality gives him the edge, while industry insiders find the freshness of his voice to be something special, comparing him to artists like Stevie Wonder and the late great Donnie Hathaway."I can definitely see the Berklee College of Music grad doing big things. Get familiar here.
New Discovery - Typhoon
Typhoon - The Honest Truth from Matthew Ross on Vimeo.
This band with more members than Arcade Fire, will probably have the same effect as them at the Grammys one year."It took less than the space of that first track to fall in love. This command of dramatic range and the breadth of the instruments involved is a hallmark of Typhoon’s sound. The band began simply as a recording project between Kyle Morton, Devin Gallagher working one track at time on an album Kyle had been writing during his first year of college. Many of their friends were drawn into the project, including Toby Tanabe, Tyler Ferrin, Jordan Bagnall, Leah Ng, Dave Hall, Eric Stipe, Conlan Murphy, Paige Morton and more."Their new EP, "A New Kind of House," was released this week; you can listen to it here. And if you are lucky enough to be attending SXSW their dates are here.
Jack White Surprises SXSW
Jack White did an acoustic performance at SXSW in front of the Third Man Rolling Record Store, his newly unveiled record store on wheels.
The Rivalry That Never Was
But the 9:30 Club is not the only relatively small music venue in the DMV. Not too far away is the Black Cat. Geared more towards alternative rock, the Black Cat hosts less mainstream acts than the 9:30 Club. However, on occasion the venues have hosted the same artists months apart. When my friends and I noticed this, we couldn’t help but think about the two clubs battling for artists, audiences, revenue, and therefore being rivals. In a debate like Coke vs. Pepsi, Flinstones vs. Jetsons, Beatles vs. Rolling Stones, a 9:30 Club vs. Black Cat debate probably won’t net much fervor.
Sweetlife Festival
Odd Future Performs At The Woodies
With some help from a Tyler the Creator dressed little person, the group of weirdos performed "Yonkers" and "Sandwiches." A somersault out of a stage dive...I love these guys. I wish I was this care free when I was their age. Okay, maybe not THAT carefree. Watch the other performances and read a recap of the show here.
Two Door Cinema Club Perform At The Woodies
Still mad I didn't see them when they were in town. Go here to read a recap of the award show and watch the other performances.
Wednesday, March 16, 2011
Cover Stories - Alex DeLeon "Grenade"
Alex DeLeon, lead singer of The Cab, singing Bruno Mars "Grenade" A Capella. He sounds like he could have done the song if Mars hadn't. A-
Panic! At the Disco Short Film
The short film, The Overture, has clips of four new songs of the now duo's album Vices & Virtues. Maybe it's just me, but the intro seems like they are talking about the loss of the other band members. Doesn't really matter, Brendan Urie is still a certified member of the men I want to get next to club.
New Music Video - Hey Monday "Candles"
The single was featured on last night's
R.I.P Nate Dogg
In honor of Nate Dogg, above is one his most famous track, "Regulate." I think this is the first song I heard him on. But arguably his most famous appearance was on Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg's "The Next Episode." Watch the video, I couldn't find a non-Spanish subtitle version, below.
New Music - Rockie Fresh ft. Lil B "So Gone" Remix
Above is the preview, you can listen to the full song here.
New Music - Oh Land "Oh Land"
New Music - Adebisi Shank
I am not an instrumental person 90% of the time, but when it's good it's great.
"The record label / management company describes the trio as a blend of Fang Island’s shredding riffs with Battles’ electronic quirkiness and rhythmic playfulness. That description isn’t off the mark, but readers won’t get a sense of the band’s real abilities until they hear its hyper-melodic, polyrhythmic, and — most importantly — jubilant songs in full."The Irish band will be playing three SXSW shows this year; from the 17th to the 19th. You can listen to their second album, This Is The Second Album of a Band Called Adebisi Shank, in full here.
Monday, March 14, 2011
Should Willow Smith Be Worried?
...I don't think so. Questlove posted the video on his twitter with the title "ladies & gents: music's future." Looks like the future of music is pretty bleak. I'm actually a bit worried about the motives behind some of the pint sized, maybe soon to be stars. Hmm, none of them seem to have half the talent of the Disney channel kids; which doesn't mean they won't make it. Lil Nay Nay seems to have the most potential out of them all, and since she wants a Disney Channel show she might actually get one.
New Music Video - Steph Jones "Southern Love"
There are some really happy ladies out there right now. Jones has been teasing them about this video for months. I hope they're happy.
Sunday, March 13, 2011
Jessie J's SNL and US TV Debut
According to her twitter, she is the first person to perform on SNL without an album out. I thought someone else had done that, but I'll take her word for it. She knocked it out the park as per usual. The powerhouse Brit must have made new American fans from this, if not I don't know how she is going to do it. Watch her performance of "Price Tag" above, and "Mama Knows Best" here. Hopefully she will announce a US Tour soon.
Kanye West Confirms SXSW Performance
If you couldn't tell by the title, Kanye West confirmed that he will be performing at SXSW. He will be performing March 19 at the Vevo Power Station. Above is a promo clip, and idolator has a video confirmation(sort of). Yet another reason I want to go.
Friday, March 11, 2011
New Music Video - Chris Brown "Look At Me Now"
The man can really dance. He needs to put out instructional dance videos with Ciara. That disco ball mask though?
Odd Future Meets Billboard
"Part social media carousel. Part hip-hop skate crew. Part weird (offensive?) creative conglomerate -- They post relentlessly to Tumblr, get tweeted about by Kanye, and With no single, perform on "Fallon." Is this the ODD FUTURE of the music biz?"Read the full article here.
2011Best MD Female R&B - Paula Campbell
Paula Campbell, a Baltimore native has had much success. Her single "How Does It Feel" was a big hit on local radio, “The women want to talk to Paula because she writes music they identify with." She supported acts like Bone Crusher and Kanye West, worked with Neyo(video for the song above), and has even charted on billboard. Her independent album Who's Got Next? was very well received, but after signing with Sony they haven't released her follow up. Hopefully, that will all get worked out and she will have a new album soon. But that hasn't stopped her from touring. Check her out if you get a chance. Listen and watch more of her stuff here.
Just Cause - Mark Lanegan "Burning Jacob's Ladder"
Mark Lanegan - Burning Jacob's Ladder by TwentyFourBit.com
The song is for the video game RAGE. Sounds like it would be on a Tarantino movie soundtrack.
The song is for the video game RAGE. Sounds like it would be on a Tarantino movie soundtrack.
New Music - Theo Martins "Sincerely Yours, On The Dance Floor"
Foreign Friday - Beldina Malaika
If I lived in Sweden I would be overwhelmed by all the great music. Beldina, a Swedish soul singer, has worked with many big artists for being so young. Most recently she was featured on "Not Going Back," a track on Childish Gambino's new EP. And she released her own EP, "Best Kept Secret" last month. Go here to download it, and learn more about her. Watch her cover my favorite Katy Perry song, "Fireworks," above. And "Keep It Simple(The Sweetest Thing)" below.
Thursday, March 10, 2011
New Music Video - Dbanj ft. Snoop Dogg "So Endowed" Remix
For those of you who don't know, Dbanj is an extremely popular Nigerian artists. It is great to see Nigerian, and African artists in general, getting more exposure. This comes on the heels of Kanye West eluding to working with Dbanj and Don Jazzy, an equally popular Nigerian hip hop producer.
"Yo @iamdbanj and @donjazzymohits get back to NY asap there is still work to be done."I can't wait to here what the three of them have in store.
Southern Fried Podcast
"This months podcast features a first listen to new Crookers material, new music from The Shoes, Shinichi Osawa, Supabeatz, Worthy and Ryskee plus Snippets of The 2 Bears and Thomas Gandey mixes on the Fried & Tested 3 album. This months competition is to win a copy of The new Shoes album 'Crack My Bones' and also a copy of the Fried & Tested album. As always, the show is just adequately hosted by James 'Sandro' Drummond." Listen to and download this awesome podcast here, it's even better than I expected; perfect for weekend partying. Gosh I love the British!
New Music - The Shoes "Crack My Bones"
The Shoes: Crack My Bones by Southern Fried Records
The Shoes new album "Crack My Bones" has been released, you can listen to it above or here.
The Shoes new album "Crack My Bones" has been released, you can listen to it above or here.
New Music Video - Outasight "It's Like That"
It's Like That
Outasight | Myspace Music Videos
The NY bred rapper and singer is still under the radar for some reason. You might have heard a song, album, or mixtape with him on and not noticed. But one day he will get his shine. He released his new video today for the track "It's Like That," from his EP Figure 8, which will be released next month.
New Music Video - Les Savy Fav "Sleepless In Silverlake
So when I go to LA I can go into a bar and find all sorts of impersonators just chillin'? That sounds like fun.
New Music Video - R.E.M "Alligator Aviator Autopilot Antimatter
Hmm. It's like watching a watered down Stanley Kubrick version of The Whiz(certain scenes).
New Music Video - Menomena "Taos"
Who amongst us has never looked in the mirror visualizing what we wished we were? Oh, and there is some stuff about treating women right or something.
XXL Freshman Class: Lil B
Lil B is another skinny, tatted up youngster trying to make it in the game. He released his first studio album, "Angels Exodus," in January 2011. The Guardian UK had this to say about it and the rapper:
"His debut album...transcended familiar notions of good and bad, being one of the most peculiar rap albums ever pressed: a beatless, Beat poetry-style set where Lil B, voice a-quiver with earnestness, ponders love, beauty and all the bad things in the world over naïf new-age synth washes. Lil B is far from the first rapper to toy with persona, but this slippery nature makes him an unknown quantity: will he remain a cult figure, or can he take “Based” style into the mainstream? "His newly released "Base For Your Face," featuring Jean Grae and Phonte, is already getting a lot of buzz around the net. You can listen to it here.
New Discovery - Rukmini
Impressions by amere meander
The unsigned Austrian singer/songwriter is also a part of the band Amere Meander; their song "Impressions" is above. She has one of those voices that you are not quite sure if she can sing. Like, maybe she needs a few lessons, but the music she makes doesn't require the best voice anyway. Her solo work reminds me of Lykke Li. I like "From The Stars" and "Go Skyward," I think those are her best songs. She has potential, but she might need to work out a few kinks first. You can listen to her solo stuff here.
The unsigned Austrian singer/songwriter is also a part of the band Amere Meander; their song "Impressions" is above. She has one of those voices that you are not quite sure if she can sing. Like, maybe she needs a few lessons, but the music she makes doesn't require the best voice anyway. Her solo work reminds me of Lykke Li. I like "From The Stars" and "Go Skyward," I think those are her best songs. She has potential, but she might need to work out a few kinks first. You can listen to her solo stuff here.
Imogen Heap Give Details On Her Next Album
For her fourth solo album, Heap is looking to include collaboration from her fans.
"Why am I doing this? Well, there’s so much going on in my life with touring, talks and tech that this was both a necessity coupled with my passion for collaborative, spontaneous and creative projects. I also love the idea of turning the tables in that the seeds of the song begins with you, making a full circle when you experience it as a finished piece."Read more here about what she has planned for her fourth album.
Q&A With Aaron Thompson
Aaron Thompson - A Record, A Wheel from goldenbear on Vimeo.
Local indie folk artist Aaron Thompson, sounds like a mix of David Gray and Bob Dylan. With a voice made for folk, raspy enough to be cool but not so raspy that he is inaudible, Thompson paints a hauntingly beautiful picture of a life of substance. A life with ups and downs, passion, and love. His self-titled debut album could easily be the soundtrack to an indie movie; perhaps Garden State 2(I really hope they don't make that). The eventual Grammy winner was kind enough to answer a few of my questions.
1)When writing music, do you have a specific process you follow? or any rituals?
Usually I start with the melody. If it comes when I'm not around an instrument, I'll hum it until I can't forget it or record it on my phone. Later on I write the instrument parts, usually with a guitar and then the words follow. If I sit down with it and nothing comes for a few minutes, i move on to the next song. There's a big book of songs waiting to be finished, so there's always something to work on.
Wednesday, March 9, 2011
New Music Video - Die Antwoord "Rich Bich"
No words. But if I had words, they would be WOW, a little disturbed, and kind of cool. You might have to watch it here, since Vevo doesn't want to share.
New Music Video - Ponytail "Easy Peasy"
I know some people are going to hate the way it's shot, but I love it. It's all artsy and stuff.
"Late Nights & Early Mornings" Pay Off
R.I.P Notorious B.I.G
Above is video of Biggie freestyling at the tender age of 17. I take no sides in the Biggie-Tupac debate because to me it's like comparing T.I. and Ludacris; they have different styles that they are both good at.
New Music Video - The National "Conversation 16"
The National
2011 Best DC Male R&B - Kyonte
"Kyonte' (pronounced Key-on-tay) creates quality yet timeless music relative to his personal experiences. Whether creating in the studio or getting up close and personal on stage,Kyonte' makes you listen. His energetic, soothing, uplifting, and soulful music will captivate you."
New Music - Mac Miller "In The Air"
This is one of the tracks off of his new mixtape "Best Day Ever," out this Friday.
XXL Freshman Class: Mac Miller
You really can't go wrong with that sample. The Pennsylvania native seems like Asher Roth but less gimmicky and with more talent. Watch his Hard Knock TV interview below, where he talks about his thumbs up movement, Whiz Khalifa, Pharrell and more.
Tuesday, March 8, 2011
New Music Video - Musiq Soulchild ft. Swizz Beatz "Anything"
I didn't even realize he was putting out another album, let alone his 6th studio album. The new album, MusiqInTheMagiq, will be released on May 3. Check out his video for the lead single, "Anything," above.
Get Ready To Rock/Freak
If you don't live in NYC and aren't visiting anytime soon you might be sad to know that the hugely successful Rock/Freak, DJ Questlove and DJ Cassidy's dance party movement will happen again on March 22 at Good Units in the Hudson Hotel. However, there is some good news. Rock/Freak is going on the road; "expect installations from old school and new school visual artists alike and, of course, musical madness to make you Rock/Freak all night long." Dates and locations have not been announced, but you can get pumped for it by watching a recap of the launch above.
New Discovery - Kids of 88
Kids Of 88 - MY HOUSE - Official Video from Dryden Street on Vimeo.
Another New Zealand act is making waves, New Wave that is..(I make really bad jokes). Kids of 88 describe their music as "a cross between a late 80s police drama intro theme and a sophisticated super hussy." It makes perfect sense. The duo, Sam McCarthy and Jordan Arts, could easily become the new indie obsession, like Passion Pit and Vampire Weekend once were. Go here to get a free track.Green Label Sound Annouce SXSW Showcase
The Mountain Dew label will showcase their artists at SXSW on March 18. Including, MNDR, Chromeo, The Cool Kids, Classixx, and Mac Miller. Go here to find out the individual artist performance times and more. Watch Classixx introduce themselves above.
2011 Best DC Female R&B - Alison Carney
She makes that R&B that I miss; smooth vocals, intimate melody and beat, and heartfelt lyrics. Alison is another artist who honed her craft before releasing hermusic. The classically trained singer song writer has performed with Slum Village, Dwele, fellow DMV artist Raheem Devaughn, and many others. Watch her perform live above, and go here to listen to here EP.
New Music Video - Nelly ft. Kelly Rowland "Gone"
Watch Nelly and Kelly try to remake the magic that was their chart topper "Dilemma." I don't see this being as big, but you can't knock them for trying.
New Music - The Pierces 'You'll Be Mine EP'
The Pierces released their new EP, 'You'll Be Mine,' yesterday. Comprised of sisters Allison and Catherine Pierce, they make the kind of music that would play in the background of a WB(now CW)drama during a particularly dramatic moment. Or for those who didn't watch the WB, it would be on Grey's Anatomy. The songs you do a misguided internet search to find out who they are. Get a free track and/or download their new EP here.
New Music - Chemical Brothers
Container Park by The Chemical Brothers by Hannamovie
The Chemical Brothers released their score for the film Hanna.
The Chemical Brothers released their score for the film Hanna.
New Music - Childish Gambino EP
Flight Facilities Announce European Spring Tour
They are also working on putting together a North and South American Tour.
31st March - Copenhagen - Rust
1st April - ULAH @ Train (Aarhus Denmark)
2nd April - London - Ministry of Sound with Sean Brosnan
3rd April - Kids Rave @ Parachute Club, Tiblisi (Georgia)
7th April - Milano - Rocket
8th April - Sofia (Bulgaria) Dj Mag Party
9th April - Bern - Club Bonsoir
14th April - Lisbon - Panic
15th April - Barcelona - Razzmatazz
16th April - Mollorca - Cassette
21st April - London - Koko
22nd April - Stockholm - Debaser
23rd April - Malmo - Debaser with Friendly Fires (Live)
24th April - Bressen / Bressanone - Club Max with Punk Jump Up
Monday, March 7, 2011
New Music - The Ready Set "Young Forever"
I don't know why I like them, but I do. Well, actually I do know; it's cause they are just fun, mindless fun.
Rockie Fresh - Life On The Otherside
A sort of episodic documentary about Rockie Fresh life. This is episode 1.
New Music - Beth Ditto "Beth Ditto EP"
While the rest of world is worshiping Lady GaGa, Beth Ditto is making far better music. The Gossip front-woman released her first solo EP, Beth Ditto EP; this is dance music at it's finest. Her voice lends perfectly to the 80's, video game like, beats. All four songs on the EP are easily the best songs, of this genre at least,I've heard this year so far. You can listen to the whole EP and some other new releases here.
Arctic Monkeys Announce North American Tour
05-17 Washington, DC - 9:30 Club
05-18 Philadelphia, PA - The Electric Factory05-19 Boston, MA - House of Blues
05-21 Toronto, Ontario - Kool Haus
05-22 Montreal, Quebec - L'Olympia
05-24 New York, NY - Rumsey Playfield
05-26 Detroit, MI - Clutch Cargoes
05-27 Milwaukee, WI - The Rave
05-28 Minneapolis, MN - First Avenue
05-30 Denver, CO - The Ogden Theatre
05-31 Salt Lake City, UT - In the Venue
06-03 Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood Palladium
06-10 Sheffield, England - Don Valley Bowl *
06-11 Sheffield, England - Don Valley Bowl ^
06-26 Roeser, Luxembourg - Rock A Field Festival
07-01 Werchter, Belgium - Rock Werchter
07-08 Kinross, Scotland - T in the Park
07-14 Meco, Portugal - Super Bock Super Rock Festival
07-17 Bern, Switzerland - Gurten Festival
07-29-31 Naeba Ski Resort, Japan - Fuji Rock Festival
08-20-21 Staffordshire, England - V Festival
New Music - Robin Pecknold
Fuji Rock Festival Headliner Annouced
....Coldplay will be headlining the Japanese festival held on Friday July 29th. For more information visit the official website here.
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