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the helio sequence // can’t say no

Ever wonder how some bands escape your notice? Well, the Portland duo The Helio Sequence is one of the beautiful bands that for some unknown reason have completely circumvented my radar, until now. I’ve listening to tracks from their album Keep Your Eyes Ahead (2008) and I keeping repeat in an attempt to make up for lost time. The LP contains nearly a dozen tracks, and for me the stand outs are, “Can’t Say No” and “Shed Your Love” and the remarkably endearing song, “Hallelujah”. Also, according to the band’s Facebook page they’ve recently finished recording their new record, however no solid details concerning it’s release. But, I suspect their as yet untitled body of work to drop later this year. Let’s keep our fingers crossed. Peace. Continue reading “the helio sequence // can’t say no”

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parlovr // holding on to something

Earlier this month (May 16th), Montreal three-piece Parlovr released their soul-spacious 2nd LP Kook Soul and it is a wonderment to behold. The trio formed in ’05 and they’ve been up to no good ever since. Listen to their track, “Holding On To Something,” to get a feel for their interpretation of clever punkish-pop. You can cop it on iTunes and believe you me the pleasure will be all yours. Oh yeah, you can also stream their latest album Kook Soul via the band’s myspace. So, if you like the band Ok, Go, then this one is a shoo-in for long summers days of sonic enjoyment. Peace. Continue reading “parlovr // holding on to something”

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poliça // wandering star (official video)

The ring is on my hand,
And the wreath is on my brow;
Satin and jewels grand
Are all at my command,
And I am happy now.

~ Edgar Allan Poe

I thought an excerpt from the prince of melancholy would be utterly and resoundingly appropriate for this the official release of the latest video, “Wandering Star” by Poliça.  This ELY directed visualscape is so damn beautiful and I may and will lose hours getting lost watching it’s saddening and exquisite beauty . Peace. Continue reading “poliça // wandering star (official video)”

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future of what // i wait for you

Fresh out of the hotbed of new talent pool that NYC perpetually spawns I give you Future Of What, there one of the latest bands out of Brooklyn. On June 26th you’ll be able to sample their Moonstruck EP, which features the ever so cuddly track “I Wait For You.” The song was recorded earlier this year by the much capable Daniel Schlett (Here We Go Magic, DIIV). Amidst swirling striations of synth and rapid fire electronic bursts Blair’s summery vocals will have you yearning for much more. You’ll be an instant fan. Peace. Continue reading “future of what // i wait for you”

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melody’s echo chamber // crystallized

Super talented and eclectic Parisian Melody Prochet embodies a sound at once mysterious and scintillating, with an assault of muddled guitar and rough-hewn synth work. Check out Melody’s Echo Chamber and her song, “Crystallized” and take a ride through a miasma of electrified cloud cover. No details on the release of MEC‘s debut album In King’s Park (Perth), but as always I’ll keep you posted. Peace Continue reading “melody’s echo chamber // crystallized”

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how to dress well // ocean floor for everything

The music project known as How to Dress Well‘s latest track is  the equivalent of another bullet in the chamber of the most capable of seducer. It opens with lush tones indicative of dreamscape rather than song. Then Tim Krell’s vocals crash every so tenderly against your ear and it’s a wrap.  “Ocean Floor For Everything” is taken from HTDW‘s forthcoming 2nd LP Total Loss, look for it this coming Autumn via Acéphale. Continue reading “how to dress well // ocean floor for everything”

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fossil collective // let it go (official video)

Out of nowhere this band started following me on Twitter less than a day now. How they found my little corner of the universe is beyond me, but I am so glad these guys reached out to me. When I first started listening to the music I had no idea where they were from, but as I started listening to them I thought they sounded like the many great bands out of Portland or Seattle. Boy was I surprised when their Facebook fanpage revealed their locale as Leeds, UK! Just goes to show one mustn’t judge a bands longitude and latitude by their sound, it was a total (napkin please I’ve got a spot of egg on my face) moment. At any rate if you like bands like Blind Pilot, Fleet Foxes and Horsefeathers then my friend Fossil Collective just may be your cup of tea. By the way the band’s The Power of Love (Frankie Goes To Hollywood Cover) is totally gorgeous! Listening to it will make you an instant fan! By the way you can order the band’s Let It Go EP on iTunes. Peace. Continue reading “fossil collective // let it go (official video)”

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Summer Camp // Life

Summer Camp has new material with the debut of their song, “Life.” The track begins with sweet dollops of solo piano, but then Elizabeth Sankey‘s vocals slink in and things heat up a few thousand degrees. But what’s also noteworthy is the equally sexy Jeremy Warmsley arrangement, as it buoys and blossoms into a totally hypnotic and potent rare flower.  And this is only a preview of the duos five-song Always  EP, which is scheduled to drop in July in North America via Apricot Recording Company/ Moshi Moshi Records. And if you’re not familiar, also check out the bands well received, and critically acclaimed debut Welcome to Condale LP (2011). Peace. Continue reading “Summer Camp // Life”

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Tiny Victories // Mr. Bones

Amidst the corporeal swirls of an exhaling universe you can find the sweet sonics of Tiny Victories oscillating with wild abandon to non-stop sun beats and moon claps. Check out the Brooklyn, NYC duo’s “Mr. Bones” the Brian Bowman (of Nice Shoes) -directed video. The song comes from their debut Those Of Us Still Alive EP out via BirdDog Records. Also, check out more good stuff on their Soundcloud page. Peace. Continue reading “Tiny Victories // Mr. Bones”