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garcia the eclectic // global judas

This is the official bio from Garcia The Eclectic’s bandpage, “An ode to the boom bap hip hop of the mid-nineties, Garcia The Eclectic’s “Global Judas” provides a mixture of hardcore battle tracks and emotional content, all with the poverty-stricken, East coast nineties flavor. The album is a sort of audiobiography, including stories and events woven together with violent, suicidal, emotional expression and various nihilistic and quasi-religious philosophical anecdotes; all held together with image-driven hip hop reminiscent of early Nas. Written with careful consideration to detail, this album was crafted with the upmost appreciation for the art of hip hop, and the perfectionist emcee’s effort shines through……delivering a modern classic.” Continue reading “garcia the eclectic // global judas”

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noosa // ep

A couple of months ago I reviewed the first single, “Fear Of Love” by electronic / acoustic dreamscape duo Noosa. I loved it! Now, Noosa is back with a brand sparkling new 5-track EP and its a joy to behold sonically. Yes, like their previous efforts there is beautiful music galore. The EP opens with the somber and expansive song, “Walk On By” and it has an ethereal and mysterious beauty reminiscent of the Cocteau Twins. However, Sky Barbarick‘s vocals are earthbound and hug your ears like dreamy poetic cloud cover. The second track, “Sail” is a broad sweeping uptempo song filled with quiet joy bursting at the seams.  With the third track (and first single), “Fear Of Love” multi-instrumentalist Matt Buszko unfurls the synths and let’s a cavalcade of sensuous music intertwine sonorously with Sky’s smoky vox. My favorite, “Light Rays” is threaded throughout with sweet acoustic melody, enough to lull you into magical starlit reverie. This song is a beautifully bright lifeline of which I am thoroughly, and hopelessly, tangled within. The final track, “Mirrors” closes the EP, but it doesn’t stifle its mood. “Mirrors” is a song which fosters reflection and introspection, but above all it speaks of reassurance. This EP is rife with beauty and tenderness and a contemplative vibe. We were right to want more and this EP displays excellent songwriting and an eclectic blend of sounds. It is tranquility put to song and shot through with selfless love. This mini-ablum represents many moods, and this body of work is easily enjoyed singularly or soudtracking a tranquil evening with good friends. Listen the all the songs here after the jump. And to get this beautiful EP into your permanent collection it is available on iTunes. Peace. Continue reading “noosa // ep”

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mr. little jeans // rescue song

What is small and Norwegian and when she opens her mouth rainbow and sugar cubes burst beautifully against your ear? Well, the answer to that question is Monica Birkenes bka Mr. Little Jeans and she is an absolute pleasure to listen to. I’ve got two great examples of her musical prowess with the songs, “Rescue Song” (RAC Remix) and “Suburbs,” and if you want more (of course you do) then check her myspace for additional sound gems. Peace. Continue reading “mr. little jeans // rescue song”

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the walkmen // the house you made // heaven

In regards to the The Walkmen’s new album Heaven band member and  guitarist Paul Maroon had this to say, “when you’re starting out, you’re sitting there trying to come up with a big idea, but after a while, you learn about the process of writing. You learn about your friends in the band and how they work best.” Indeed, what a decade it has been watching this band grow and develop into the deeply introspective band they are today, and the new release finds them in fine and beautiful form. The new album Heaven is available now at fine record shops (almost) everywhere.  Peace. Continue reading “the walkmen // the house you made // heaven”