Not that you would, but if you could somehow inhale certain sounds and the outcome would equal the effects of certain hydroponically grown substances, would you be game? No? How about if said sounds were akin to those created by Chris Malinchak? Before you answer click and have yourself some of “No Secrets” featuring Damon C. Scott. Nice huh? Now, if you’re ready for more, hustle on over to French Express for another round of the remaining 3 tracks from the immaculate Vilette EP. Peace.
Childish Gambino – Heartbeat (aRod Remix)
Sir Donald is riding high these days, and I suspect in more ways than one. With the release of his stunna’ LP Camp (which dropped Nov. 15th) there comes a smidgen of validation. Yes, self-proclaimed squares are not only cool; but this one can rap his ass off too. And not that it means anything, but Camp is currently resting at #2 on iTunes these days. What’s all the fuss about Childish Gambino you may ask? I’ll just let you rock out to “Heartbeat” superbly remixed by aRod. “I’m going straight for your thighs like the cake you ate!” Stop it D. you’re killing ’em. Peace.
(Via GottaDanceDirty™)
Yelawolf f. Gangsta Boo & Eminem – Throw It Up
Listening to Yelawolf is akin to the puff-puff-pass theory, in that you want to share such excellent herb with your homies. So, its no surprise that we’re offered more of the same: mind numbing spliff smoke par excellence with silky sick flows and merciless walk-on-water beats, check out “Throw It Up” with Gangsta Boo and his majesty Eminem, and really there isn’t much more to say because the music speaks for itself. Yelawolf‘s debut studio LP Radioactive drops November 21st via Shady Records, a day I suspect will live forever on in Hip Hop infamy. Mark my words Yelawolf, aka Michael Wayne Atha, is gonna’ blow big time, and for one reason: he has the natural raw ability to hang, and many cases exceed, most rappers out here right now. Need proof? Check out his 2010 mixtape Trunk Muzik. Peace.
(Via Fader.com)
Black Light Dinner Party – Gold Chain
All it takes is one listen and you’re hooked. Unlike so many things in life Black Light Dinner Party doesn’t take long to fall in love with. Their music is lush and filled with just enough honey sweetened sound goodies to satisfy your ear tooth. Check out the video for the song “Gold Chain” which provides further evidence that a cherished thing can be lost, and even sometimes found. Also, you got to love seeing Ron Jeremy doing a cameo with his clothes on, eh? Peace.
Black Light Dinner Party – Gold Chain from dreambear on Vimeo.
Pretty Lights – It’s Tricky (Run DMC – SSX Remix)
What better way to pay homage to one of Hip Hops most enduring and genre defining groups than to offer up this stargazing and star-scraping remix by none other than Pretty Lights. Colorado-based mixoligist/producer Derek Vincent Smith, aka Pretty Lights gives it up with a sickness, and raises the bar high (really high). If anyone else dare deigns to take it upon themselves to re-mix anything else by Run DMC they better bring it or stay at home. Check out the video below after the jump for the total experience. Hell, the incredible laser-light theatrics alone, which accompany the ultra-über remix, will make your mouth drop and your feet dance the C-Walk. For your Pretty Lights gratification, I got you covered. Also, check out “I Know The Truth” and “Still Rockin” below the below. Peace. Continue reading “Pretty Lights – It’s Tricky (Run DMC – SSX Remix)”
Natureboy – Natureboy
A guitar. Her acoustic guitar. A voice. Her haunting voice. This voice belongs to Sara Kermanshahi and when her music is playing it is the only light in the room. Needless to say her voice has a chafed and corporeal quality to it that I love. It is reminiscent of the scorched remnants of a bruised and curling flower petal languishing in the potent light of the sun. A mouthful I know, but she does this to me; makes me feel such heartful emotions. Her album Naturboy is resilient and beautiful; as only a somber collection of songs can be. Listen to the entire album below and soon you’ll notice you’re disappearing into the music too. Peace.
The Dø – Dust It Off
Mere minutes into the LP you’ll know the album Both Ways Open Jaws isn’t your typical album and you’re right. The duo consisting of Olivia Merilahti and Dan Levy, collectively known as The Dø, offer a unicorn of sorts among common earth bound steeds. Continuing the unicorn theme a bit further, this equine beast has an alicorn transmitting some funky, albeit wondrously groovy tracks. Out of the gate the album opens with the endearing “Dust It Off” and unfolds with a kaleidoscope of various gems, like “The Wicked & The Blind” and “Bohemian Dances”. Will The Dø surprise you in so many uncharacteristic and wondrous ways? Yes. Is the music unnaturally spectacular? Also, yes. You can stream the entire album via Consequence Of Sound. Peace.
THE DØ – Dust it Off from Mitch Fillion (southernsouls.ca) on Vimeo.
The Dø – Teaser album 4/6 “Quake, Mountain, Quake” from cinq7 on Vimeo.
Secret Knives – Affection
Alright, I got something to proclaim. Secret Knives should be more popular in the U.S. than they are by now. Maybe I’m overstating my assertion, you think? Not even. I’m an incredibly large advocate of letting the music speak for itself. So, after the jump you’ll find the entire Affection album. I am abundantly confident you’re going to love it. Watch out for the tracks The Shining, Affection and the incredibly gorgeous song The Garden. Let me apologize in advance for withholding such a wonderful bundle of songs. Didn’t you know? The band from Wellington, New Zealand rocks! Peace. Continue reading “Secret Knives – Affection”
Real Estate – It’s Real
Regardless of what the current economic market reflects there is a hopeful uptick in Real Estate. Clever I know. Forgive me my horrible puns, but I am correct in this; the band Real Estate is a great location to settle your ears for a long listen. Alex Bleeker, Martin Courtney IV, Mathew Mondanile III, Jackson Pollis and Jonah Mauer round out the quintet. Although the bands latest album Days dropped back in October I am just getting around to listening to it. Partly because I’ve been inundated with so much fantastic music. But mainly because I just downloaded my pre-ordered copy a few days ago. At any rate, if you like mellow multipurpose music to get you through your days and nights intact then this band fits the bill. Peace.
Check out a live session of Real Estate performing the song “It’s Real”. Heavens to Betsy these guys sound amazing live.
Real Estate – It’s Real from 4eyes on Vimeo.
Also, listen to the song “Municipality”, it will lull your soul to a peaceful place. True story.
The Black Atlantic – Reverence For Fallen Trees
Forgive me an oversight, it wasn’t my intention to deprive you of The Black Atlantic. Yes, they are good enough to want to hoard, and by virtue of their beautiful songs one would not hold it against me I trust. You can lose time, even days just as easily listening to their debut LP Reverence for Fallen Trees. These songs will assail you, working their way into the inner workings of your heart and head like tendrils of ephemeral light, and like me, you will not be sated. The band is currently working on new material for their forthcoming Darkling, I Listen EP due early 2012, for additional details go here. Peace.
Also, enjoy this live recording of the more recent song “The Aftermath” recorded live in Shanghai, China.