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the postal service // a tattered line of string

The Pony Express sings again!

It’s so nice to hear new material from what is arguably our greatest singer/songwriter from the Pacific Northwest. I take that back because James Mercer (The Shins) and Robin Pecknold (Fleet Foxes) are pretty dope too. Anyway, check out Ben Gibbard and Jimmy Tomborello as they breath new life into the once defunct Seattle outfit. I like it! Plus, I can almost dance to this. At any rate, Sub Pop is re-issuing the band’s one and only album ‘Give Up’, including the set B-sides, rarities, and two brand new songs, “A Tattered Line of String” and “Turn Around.” Also, the will be touring this summer! Check back for dates and venues. Peace. Continue reading “the postal service // a tattered line of string”

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things we like: herakut + giant storybook project + artist spotlight

Our double-stranded subconsciousness has an artistic team.

What is life without a smidgen of art thrown into the mix? Don’t you dare answer that question. All joking aside I am writing about a couple of my favorite artists who just so happen to be equal parts of the same moniker. Herakut is the co-habitation of like minds striving towards a single goal. Hera and Akut = Herakut. The talent of these two graffiti/street/gallery artists from Frankfurt and Erfurt, Germany combine their collective take on street graffiti and by doing so have made a significant impact on the world of art. For a primer check out an in-depth interview at Live FAST. Recently the duo began crisscrossing the globe as part of their amazingly beautiful Giant Storybook Project. After the jump check out the video. Also, check back every week or so to see additional artists. And if you have a favorite, shoot me a line. Peace. Continue reading “things we like: herakut + giant storybook project + artist spotlight”

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atoms for peace // default

Atoms For Peace is indeed playing peek-a-boo with our feelings, and we love it.

Since 2009 Thom Yorke (Radiohead) has been baiting us, perhaps not intentionally but nonetheless we’re baited. Atoms For Peace to date has only revealed two songs, “Default” and “Judge Jury And Executioner,” there are rumors of war (in the studio) of a February 2013 full-length album ‘Amok’ of which you can pre-order via iTunes. Until them check out the Dazed Digital Mixtape by none other than our favorite conjurer of radiantly elliptic music Mr. T. Yorke. Peace. Continue reading “atoms for peace // default”

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keeping in touch: interview with meredith meyer of young unknowns

The artist becomes the muse.
The artist becomes the muse.

This is the inaugural interview for my new ‘Keeping In Touch’ series where I will be checking in on artists I’ve previously reviewed just to see what they’re up to. Recently I’ve had the pleasure of corresponding with Meredith Meyer of the uniquely talented band Young Unknowns. And from this exchange of words I came away a little intrigued, a bit infatuated and a whole lot of just amazed. This is a young woman on a mission: to bring a bit of beauty and inspiration into the world. And when it comes to music there is little she won’t reveal.

D. Durand: Hello Meredith, how are you?

Meredith Meyer: I’m pretty good these days.

D. Durand: Literally, what are you doing right now?

Meredith Meyer: I just finished my lazy Saturday morning ritual of having a cup of tea and reading. Right now I’m doing some research about exotic dancers throughout history. This morning I read about Margaretha Zelle, aka The Mata Hari. Did you know she studied to be a kindergarten teacher, but when she got a job and the headmaster flirted with her, she was fired? She also refused a blindfold and kept her eyes open when she was executed by the firing squad. I find that fascinating. She looked those bastards right in the eyes. I’d like to know what was going through her mind at that moment. Continue reading “keeping in touch: interview with meredith meyer of young unknowns”

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charli xcx // you (ha ha ha) (goldroom remix)

The music is no laughing matter, so let’s just dance.

DJ/Producer Goldroom has the ability to build upon an original track in ways few others can. Here he broadens the Charli XCX track “You” (Ha Ha Ha) into something hypnotic and introspective. Thus enriching each note and lyric with the light of understanding. In the end though the greatest remedy is to get up and dance. Trust in the music and let it wash your worries all away. At least for a little while. Peace. Continue reading “charli xcx // you (ha ha ha) (goldroom remix)”