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False Heads – “All Eyes”

October 20, 2016

East London trio False Heads have really been making waves… and noise. About the band, Iggy Pop himself said, “These kids make a lot of noise, I like it.” He’s not wrong – “All Eyes” is a standard garage punk banger, combining quiet/loud songwriting with growling guitars and bombastic drums. Fans of The Vines or The Libertines will be pleased. False Heads is on iTunes if you’d like to support. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/282258032″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]

Tyzo Bloom – “Ukiyo”

October 20, 2016

Tyzo Bloom is the moniker for LA-based producer/songwriter Casey Chen. “Ukiyo” is his latest offering, boasting melodic tones, sharp samples, organic drums, and choppy vocals. Whereas most producers fall on an electronica spectrum, Tyzo Bloom sounds as if it has more indie-pop and soul influences. Fans of Mura Masa, Tycho, or Flume will feel right at home. “Ukiyo” is available for free. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/286809898″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]

DESSERT – “Back Around/Devil”

October 20, 2016

We really recommend the breathtaking video from LA twinklepop trio DESSERT. Truthfully, the description of this video is best left to the band’s own words: “The music was written as the video was shot, aware of each other but not meant for one another. It wasn’t until he passed that they began to bend towards each other. The video is an exploration of the life of our friend the late Emanuel Yarbrough, the great American Sumo wrestler who passed away tragically a year after filming. It’s a testament to his ambition that in the final months of his life he would do something so demanding.” Check out the vid below or peep DESSERT out on iTunes.

Wizaard – “The Spills”

October 20, 2016

Montreal’s Wizaard are half psychedelic-spunk, half disco-funk, and we’ve been slipping into an endless k-hole of “The Spills.” This particular wonky quintet utilizes slinky guitars and ostentatious synths to create spiraling soundscapes to get lost in. Fans of Scissor Sisters, The Growlers, or Mika would dig Wizaard. Wizaard are on Bandcamp. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/281412819″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]

Black Kids – “Obligatory Drugs” (NSFW)

October 20, 2016

2008 was a different world: Barry Obama wasn’t our President, we were still on our first iPhones, Christian Bale was Batman, buffaBLOG didn’t exist, and Florida new wave outfit Black Kids released Partie Traumatic. Produced by Suede’s Bernard Butler, the album album divided critics (actually, critics and Pitchfork’s critic) and reached 5 on the UK charts on the strength of the multi-racial band’s very Millennial update of British New Wave before the rather promising band pretty much disappeared off the face of the Earth after releasing a remix EP in 2009. Fast forward eight years to the final 100 days of the Obama Presidency, the worst Presidential election ever, and the release of the first new music from Black Kids in 7 years, the NSFW “Obligatory Drugs.” Trading the New Wave synths for Os Mutantes fuzzed out guitars and South American beats, “Obligatory Drugs” heralds the release of a full LP[...]

Mallwalkers Debut Video for New Single

October 18, 2016

The first time I saw Mallwalkers, my cheeks hurt. I must’ve been smiling for a half hour straight. Not that their performance was comical, just incredibly infectious. There were about nine people on the stage (including horns, my favorite part of any ensemble), all seemingly under a moonstruck, punk-driven craze. Mallwalkers have this riotous ability to rally all the energy in the room, in their own bodies, and throw it all on the floor. By the sounds of “Dial ‘M’ For…”, that’s exactly where the new album is headed, too. The music video for the new tune, directed by FLATSITTER and choreographed by Michelle Merlo, is just as amusing. It features the band’s two main vocalists, Daniel Carosa and Jaz Frazier, cavorting around the city. There’s this flashy, desaturated overlay throughout the entire video that lends itself to the gritty, abrasive nature of the song. The band’s new album, which[...]

AMFM – “Broom”

October 17, 2016

AMFM is a brand-spanking-new act from NYC. They sent us their new jam “Broom” and we think it’s worth blogging about. “Broom” is a straight-up indie rock song with a touch of garage rock, glam, and urgency – we can certainly get behind that. Fans of Telekinesis, Turnover, or The Stills will like AMFM’s brand. Y’all can find AMFM on Spotify. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/245576681″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]

Beat Market – “See What I Mean (Feat. Aiza)”

October 17, 2016

Montreal-based electronic duo Beat Market just sent us a banger by the name of “See What I Mean.” Featuring a glitch-pop opening and a dank female-fronted rap by Aiza, we couldn’t help but get sucked into this one. Fans of Missy Elliott, Major Lazer, or Iggy Azalea will feel right at home. This song is great. Buy it on iTunes if you think so too. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/282958642″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]

Kiyo Company – “Like A Ghost”

October 17, 2016

“Like A Ghost” came to Kiyo Company mastermind Kiyo Cato on a subway platform as he waited for his homebound train one day… The rest of the song was born later that night as he sat messing around on the piano. The song is a straight pop jam despite its dark lyrical content. About the song, Cato says, “I was trying to understand the death of a friendship, the loss of respect for this person I spent my whole life looking up to, and how we continue to outwardly act like everything is still fine. I was haunted by the way it used to be.” Deep stuff, Kiyo. You know the drill – if you dig “Like A Ghost,” check it out on iTunes. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/285860535″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]

Troup – “Always On Fire”

October 17, 2016

Troup is based in LA but is actually a multi-national band, with members hailing from the US, the UK, and Italy. The quintet recently released “Always On Fire,” a straightforward 70s-inspired jam that highlights frontman Alex Troup’s knack for pop hooks and Jagger-style swagger. Fans of The Kooks, Arctic Monkeys, or Kaiser Chiefs will dig Troup. Troup’s music is available via iTunes. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/284174545″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]

TUSKA – “Da Da Da”

October 17, 2016

London duo TUSKA recently hit us up with the infectious “Da Da Da.” These guys specialize in combining a crisp modern rock sound with the scuzzy vibes of the 1970s. We particularly like their use of tremolo-laden and swirly guitar tones. Fans of Tame Impala, Pink Floyd, or Dungen will dig this jam. If you dig it, “Da Da Da” is on iTunes. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/285274866″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]

Casino Moon – “Black Monday”

October 15, 2016

Brand new Canadian act Casino Moon shot us their new single, “Black Monday…” Every now and then we get a great indie rock jam in our inbox and this is one of them. The duo focuses on a straightforward guitar/drum onslaught with a special attention to lyrical melody. This particular duo sounds a bit like Minus The Bear meets Japandroids. Check Casino Moon out on Bandcamp. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/284851215″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]

Le Couleur – “L’Amour le Jour”

October 15, 2016

Le Couleur is a trio from Montreal with a synthy new single, “L’Amour le Jour.” Like their contemporaries in Holy Ghost or Empire of the Sun, Le Couleur take an 80s mentality and wrap it in a slick, contemporary package. Their nu-disco vibes have a distinct retro flavor and pair well with the vocals sung in French. Check em out on iTunes – their new album, P.O.P., is due out October 28th. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/282166850″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]

The Can’t Tells – “Looking”

October 15, 2016

The Can’t Tells are a passionate Brooklyn power trio who fall in a “grey area” when it comes to genre. They are self-described as, “an alternate reality where Elvis Costello was in Mission of Burma and they play Spoon songs at twice the speed.” Well said guys. Fans of Pedro the Lion, early Death Cab for Cutie, or Guided By Voices would like this particular act. Check out The Can’t Tells on Bandcamp. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/274459591″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]

Mr. Little Jeans – “Stitches”

October 15, 2016

Mr. Little Jeans (a.k.a. Monica Birkenes) is a Norwegian electro-pop artist who hit us up with the excellent pop hymnal, “Stitches.” Birkenes’ dusky voice pairs perfectly with her ethereal synthpop instrumentals. Fans of St. Vincent, Regina Spektor, or Little Boots would like this song. Check out Mr. Little Jeans on iTunes. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/284993451″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]