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múm // early birds

It isn’t fair nor it is an easy task to try to put the band Múm into any one category, so I won’t. Especially, when they are so much more than just another Icelandic pop band. In terms of their position in the wide and ever evolving constellation of music these folk hold a singular place in my heart. Not many bands are so expansive, in that Múm will touch your heart and your head simultaneously. On June 1st the band released a compilation of material ranging from 1998-2000 (roughly), and it is beyond wonderful. I have two treats for you after the jump. One is a new video for “Hvernig Á Að Særa Vini Sína” (How to Hurt Your Friends) directed by Máni M. Sigfússon. Secondly, I have a new (downloadable) single entitled “0,000Orð“. The latter track is all kinds of dreamy accoutrement, the kind which makes perfect accompaniment to a (sought after) tranquil existence. Peace. Continue reading “múm // early birds”

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dragonette // rocket ship

With lyrics like, “your cookies creamy middle yum” the brand new song from Dragonette is a whole lot of fun, albeit risqué, goodness! And as an added bonus the track is yours for the taking as a FREE DOWNLOAD. You can’t beat that with a stick! And just so you know, this song is taken from the band’s forthcoming LP Bodyparts which will drop this coming September (US + Canada: Sept 25) and (Europe: Sept 24). But folks there is more!

Get your browser on over to Talenthouse to see the full lyrics of the song of the band’s song, “Untouchable”. Here’s the deal, the Dragonettes invite you to use the lyrics to create your own version of the song. Add music, do it as poetry, make it a film. Whatever you like – make it yours! The winning entry will be the official b-side to a future single, and we’ll give you a fair piece of your version (depending on what you do) if we release it. The contest ends August 17th, so pull out your guitars, laptops, hairbrushes, microphones and get recording! Peace. Continue reading “dragonette // rocket ship”

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lemonade // soft kiss

Call it what you want, neo-R&B or fractious 80’s Pop with soft shards of ambient electric blue whispers thrown in for good measure. Somehow categorization isn’t as important has the music. Here the Brooklyn threesome Lemonade offers us ballads bathed in glowing radiant structure. The album is Diver and the song featured here is “Soft Kiss,” and it resonates with tangible afterglow. Also, after the jump let your eyes soak up the lush visuals of the trio’s “Neptune” video. So hot (I wanna be a leopard-print towel). Love it. By the way, you get the sensual album and soulful slice of listening paradise Diver on Amazon and iTunes. Peace. Continue reading “lemonade // soft kiss”

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giraffage // feels

San Franciscan Charlie Yin is the musical mystic behind the holistic sounds known as Giraffage. Listen to the tracks “Feels” and discover what it feels like to listen to an assortment of happy sounds commingling joyously together. After the jump I’ve also included Giraffage’s slow love making soundscape Comfort (2011) for your auditory pleasure. Peace.

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teen daze // all of us, together

The debut release All Of Us, Together from Teen Daze is out today! And of course I can’t keep its shimmery magic  to myself, so here are several links for digital versions of the album: Amazon, Beatport, eMusic, iTunes and Spotify. Peace.

All Of Us, Together tracklisting:

1. Treten
2. Late
3. Cold Sand
4. For Body and Kenzie
5. The New Balearic
6. Brooklyn Sunburn
7. Erbstuck
8. The Future
9. Hold
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thad kopec // the ghost and the thief (Our Sunday Best)

Hailing from Ocala, Florida Thad Kopec crafts folksy pop odes perfectly suited for lazy days and introspective nights. Mr. Kopec is the consummate old soul cast into a young man’s body. And if you need further evidence, well listen to his track, “The Ghost And The Thief.” No doubt this young singer/songwriter is going places. I recommend you also check out his Soundcloud page for a ton of play worthy songs. I especially love what Thad has done with his cover of Lana Del Rey’s “Born To Die,” which I may just prefer over the original. You can purchase the “The Ghost And The Thief” single exclusively on iTunes. The undeniable artistry of Thad Kopec makes for an easy choice for Our Sunday Best. Peace. Continue reading “thad kopec // the ghost and the thief (Our Sunday Best)”

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slow magic & beat culture // once

What happens when bands collide? Well, I don’t know about other acts, but the shimmery fall out from a Slow Magic and Beat Culture collision is the docile and dulcet song, “Once”. And, it’s a free download. Peace.

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trentemøller // my dreams (ft. marie fisker) acoustic version

Danish indie-electronic impresario and artist Anders Trentemøller has debuted some brand spanking new moving pictures for the live acoustic version of “My Dreams.” This little gem of sound features the sultry vocals of previous  collaborator and acquaintance Marie Fisker, Trentemøller released “My Dreams” digitally and on 7″ for Record Store Day via his own In My Room label. The single is “a soft, euphoric pop-ambient cover of the bluesy 1984 rocker by influential Hollywood punks the Gun Club,” explains SPIN.com. Peace. Continue reading “trentemøller // my dreams (ft. marie fisker) acoustic version”

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Cherub // XOXO (don winsley remix)

Perennial funksters (not hipsters) duo Jordan Kelley and Jason Huber bka Cherub are funky! Imagine if Rick James’ sweat was crystallized into pill form, dusted with the liquored breath of the best dance music available, then served piping hot between the sweaty thighs of R&B and Soul music personified in the form of Pam Grier in her heyday. Yes, it’s an image you won’t soon forget, and like the Don Winsley remix of “XOXO” it’s a track your ears aren’t likely to soon forget either.  So go ahead, douse yourself in this vat of clarified soul essence, and they’ll be mopping up your puddled form off the dance floor as soon as the track ends. Peace. Continue reading “Cherub // XOXO (don winsley remix)”