port st. willow – holiday – amawalk
brooklyn’s nick principe just released a new album last week and it’s a stunner. it’s track after track of gorgeous dreamscapes that will pull at any and all of your heartstrings. his elastic falsetto is honey for the soul. grab the album over at his bandcamp. do it. www.facebook.com/portstwillow
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the dig – midnight flowers – i already forgot everything you said
these brooklyn boys are releasing their sophomore album next week and their latest single should wet your appetite in anticipation of may 29th. this tune is drenched in reverb and perfect easy, dreamy listening for the hippest of the hip. www.thedigmusic.com
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perfume genius – rusty chains
seattle’s mike hadreas has been playing this tune in his lives sets for a couple of years and is a bonus track on his newest album, put your back n 2 it. lucky for us all, this gorgeous beaut of a song has been made available as a free download, so thank mr. hadreas for doing us all a solid. www.facebook.com/perfumegeniusofficial
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ms mr – hurricane
this is the debut single from this new york duo who have recently joined marina & the diamonds on tour. heads and ears are turning. there’s a decidedly 90′s feel to the song, but it’s fresh still and features powerhouse vocals. it’s an instant favorite you should put on your rotation immediately. www.msmrsounds.com
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neko case – fox confessor brings the flood – hold on, hold on
it’s 2006. the virginia native, who also rendezvouses with the new pornographers, releases her fourth album. it had been four years since blacklisted, her previous solo effort. she is all-time classic americana music and about as country as i get. crazy good is crazy good, no matter the genre kids.
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feist – metals – cicadas and gulls
one of the world’s favorite canadians took a break from her tour to film this street performance video for one of metals‘ prettier tracks, “cicadas and gulls”. she sings and strings her guitar in an alleyway whilst street dancers interpret her lyrics. the video is simple, yet the juxtaposition is pretty darn effective. it’s hard not to love the lady feist.
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best coast – the only place – dreaming my life away
the l.a. duo released their sophomore album last week and for those of you who gave the whole shebang a solid listen, you might agree the album’s real gem is “dreaming my life away”. it’s simple and straight forward without fancy tricks. it’s an easy diddy that’s sincere and ripe for sunday brunches. www.bestcoast.us
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cheers elephant – like wind blows fire – leaves
this philadelphia quartet just released a new album and like wind blows fire‘s best track is summer ready with excellent pop flare that’s refreshing and all kinds of feel-good. you may hear some peter, bjorn, and john influence, but in this case, it’s a good thing. open a window and enjoy a sweet beverage with this one. www.cheerselephant.com
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naytronix – what have you done for me lately
nate brenner is the bassist for tune-yards and beep! and now he’s out on his own as naytronix. you can grab his debut ep at plug research for one groovy dance party. the ep features his cover of janet jackson’s “what have you done for me lately” and it’s extra funky and extra fun. covers don’t get much more fresh than this. www.naytronix.com
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shadows on stars – out of my head
this portland duo just released their debut album, which you can grab for freesies here (i reccomend you do). their lead track is gritty and sexy and packs some mean energy. it’s a song dripping with cool, so deck your shades and strut the good stuff. www.shadowsonstars.com
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drop out venus – love in vein
this deptford, uk trio are turning heads with their first track, a brooding and sparse 4 minutes of magnetic music. the youngins also released a video for the track that is perfect for the despondent and beautiful nonetheless. keep an ear out for this bunch. i smell pretty potent potential. www.facebook.com/dropoutvenus
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indians – magic kids
“magic kids” is the debut single from soren, aka indians, a copenhagen bedroom project that is solemn, but worthy of attention. this track both chills and glimmers, creating a delicate and powerful mood that will undoubtedly enchant you within a moment’s listen. www.heyiamindians.com
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emma louise – boy
brisbane’s emma louise is back with a new single and talks of her debut full-length releasing soon have got us excited. “boy” is an intimate mid-tempo track that’s as infectious as it is warm. the vocals are cozy and soothe like honey – perfect stuff to start off the week. www.facebook.com/musicemmalouise
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gang of four – damaged goods
it’s 1978. the leeds boys release their debut single. they were quickly signed to emi records after the enormous response to this incredible song and they released entertainment!, their debut album, the following year. it featured “anthrax”, their other eminent track, but “damaged goods” will forever hold a place in my all-time.
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bonnie “prince” billy – now here’s my plan – i see darkness
will oldham is releasing a new ep to coincide with the release of his new book this fall. the ep is a re-working of six of his classics. this new version of “i see darkness”, which was originally released in 1999, has considerable more pep than it’s predecessor. the accompanying video is loads of charming and some odd-ball eye effects will have you double-taking. enjoy!
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