Posted on

Sleepy Sun // Stivey Pond

I typically like including the members who comprise bands I review. I do it because generally a band is infinitely more than just a simple catchy name. Case in point, the San Franciscan band Sleepy Sun is a bit of a misnomer because as far as suns go these guys make music that is anything but sleepy. And besides, a sleeping sun is a dead sun. So, give it for Jack Allen, Bret Constantino, Matthew Holliman, Evan Reiss, and Brian Tice. These guys rock! Listen to “Stivey Pond” and “V.O.G.” and I get the feeling various body parts will start moving involuntarily. The bands latest offering is the album Spine Hits and if that doesn’t sound like a good time, well I don’t know what does. You can cop it on iTunes and Amazon. Peace. Continue reading “Sleepy Sun // Stivey Pond”

Posted on

Dntel // Still

James Scott “Jimmy” Tamborello bka Dntel is a lot things, but it’s his skill at composing wickedly chill electronica that has garnered him the most attention.  The track “Chill” is a perfect example of his ongoing and ever-expanding oeuvre. Most recently, his latest LP titled Aimlessness is total dream production. This release is 12-tracks of gorgeously sculpted music; it’s the stuff burning candles and iridescent moonlight listen to when they want to vibe out. You can also check out his superb internet show Dying Songs exclusively at dublab, which is the perfect accompaniment to chill evenings spent maxin’ and relaxin’. Peace. Continue reading “Dntel // Still”

Posted on

Lone // Spirals (Ft. Anneka)

Matt Cutler, bka Lone, is a dealer of sorts, he deals in things that go bump in the night. Rightly so there exists warnings galore concerning intoxicants which can be ingested orally or through the old olfactory locale.  However, not one warning concerning the dangers of overdosing on music. We all know music can be the ultimate mood altering product, no? Especially, if you’re listening to the lush track “Spirals” by Lone featuring the THC-ridden vocals of Anneka. Yes, this is muy primo product. It’s 100% organic, highly addictive, yet it won’t put you in danger of losing your job or crashing your coche into a tree. You can pre-order the whole enchilada, Galaxy Garden available in iTunes. Peace. Continue reading “Lone // Spirals (Ft. Anneka)”

Posted on

Passion Pit // Gossamer

The boys from Cambridge bka Passion Pit will have a new album titled Gossamer. The album will drop June 24th, so get ready to Make Light! Peace.


 

Posted on

BeatauCue Ft. Kenzie May // Slow Down (Japanese Popstars Remix)

Médéric and Alexis are just a couple French guys who have combines forces as BeatauCue to rock the developed world nonstop. One listen and your blood shall be electrified and pulsing with groove theory. Check out their song, “Slow Down” getting the Japanese Popstars treatment. Your ear sockets will thank you. Peace.

Posted on

Purity Ring // Obedear

Meagan James and Corin Roddick are Purity Ring. That said, the duo makes bristling music for a decidedly earthbound heavenly choir. Their new song, “Obedear” is simple beauty wrapped in rainbow gauze. Their new (as yet untitled) LP is expected to drop July 24th, and I’m so looking forward to the tracklist and of course tour dates. Peace. Continue reading “Purity Ring // Obedear”

Posted on

Ideals // Flesh And Blood

 

According to a recent press release they boys from the band Ideals are really nice guys, but we knew that, or at least highly suspected such already. And these nice guys have given fans a little something for their faithful fanship, that and in recognition of Record Store Day. The song, “Flesh And Blood”, it’s a demo but a damn good one, and it’s ours to revel in for as long as it lasts. Thanks guys. Peace.

Continue reading “Ideals // Flesh And Blood”