Showing posts with label Kills. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Kills. Show all posts

Wednesday, October 8, 2014

The U & U Show 377 | CMJ 2014 Preview Show #1



Heart-Ships : Nadine : Foil (2014) 
-       First single of debut LP.
-       Debut EP, EP1 was a highlight of 2013.
-       Reminiscent of Modest Mouse and Frog Eyes.



OnlyReal : Punks and Potions : Days in the City EP (2013)
-       Debut EP
-       Also released 2 singles from forthcoming debut full length. Due out in 2015.
-       Vocalist over a blend of super catchy classic indie rock and electronic music.
-       23 yr old Niall Galvin bedroom project.
-       CMJ 2014

Wednesday, October 26, 2011

The Unknown and Unheard Show 253! Halloween!


Mark Lanegan - On the Steps of the Cathedral - Here Comes That Weird Chill EP (2003) 
Mark Lanegan - Wish You Well - Here Comes That Weird Chill EP (2003)
-          EP that led into the release of his 6th and final solo album.
-          Man of many projects and styles… most of them dark.
-          Initially the leader of Seattle grunge band Screaming Trees.
-          Member of QOTSA
-          Collaborations with: Greg Dulli in the Gutter Twins; Mark Lanegan & Isobel Campbell; Soulsavers.



Tom Waits – Hell Broke Luce – Bad As Me (single) (2011)
-          17th album and 1st since 2004. Album teaser video
-          One of the most prolific, innovative and talented songwriters ever.
-          First new music since 2006’s triple album release.
-          Also an actor.
-          Give me his first three albums and a desert island.



The Black Angels – Phosphene Dream – Phosphene Dream (2010)
-          3rd album from the ominous psych rockers.
-          Formed in 2004 in Austin, TX
-          Interesting feel to it… similar to some of the Black Keys more eerie songs
-          Debut Self Titled EP was released in 2005. 2nd full length out in 2008



Arcade Fire – Neon Bible – Neon Bible (2007)
-          sophomore album
-          great song that fits the holiday… eerie feel
-          more accessible follow up to brilliant, but further out there debut
-          Go French Canada!



Timber Timbre –There Is a Cure - Medicinals (2007)
-          Debut album. Released 2 since.
-          M. Ward + Bon Iver + Tom Waits’ ‘What’s He Building In There?’
-          Eerily cool spooky tracks.
-          Toronto duo



Emperor X – Allahu Akbar – Western Teleport (2011)
-          5th album.
-          Former HS science teacher.
-          RIYL: Mountain Goats & Death Cab for Cutie



Black Keys – When the Lights Go Out – Rubber Factory (2004)
-          3rd album
-          one of the eeriest songs I’ve ever heard
-          latest sounds the most affected by outside/big label influence, but still good



The Kills – Ticket Man - No Wow (2005)
-          2nd album of 4. Latest, Blood Pressures, was out in 2011.
-          Detroit rock duo. Dark, hard rock.
-          The female half, Allison Mosshart is in the Dead Weather with Jack White.
-          Played SXSW



The Ghost Wolves - Gonna Live - In Ya Neck (2011)
-          Big Black Keys/Kills/White Stripes vibes here.
-          Austin band



The Black Belles - Lies - What Can I Do? Single (2011)
-          Dark/noir style blues rock from the all-female Third Man Records' group.



The King Khan Experience - I Got Love - The King Khan Experience (2011)
-          Latest solo album. Been a long time coming.
-          Long time collaborator with Marc Sultan (AKA the BBQ Show)
-          One of my all-time favorite artists. The Supreme Genius of King Khan and His Shrines is one of the greatest albums.



Deer Tick - The Bump - Divine Providence (2011)
-          4th album
-          The leader of Deer Tick, John McCauley, has been working on the Middle Brother collaborative project recently and making some brilliant music there.
-          This is their first new recording in about 2 years as their 3rd album was recorded during the sessions for their 2nd.
-          The is the first single from the forthcoming album and has an easier feel that is more reminiscent of Middle Brother than the older Deer Tick stuff.



Bombadil - One Whole Year - All That the Rain Promises (2011)
-          3rd album.
-          North Carolina Band.
-          Catchy folk pop/rock



JEFF the Brotherhood - Whatever I Want - Whatever I Want Single (2011)
-          4th album, We Are Champions, was out in earlier this year.
-          Jake & Jamin Orrall
-          Kraut punk rock. Harder, eclectic rock.
-          Played SXSW and they lead singer & guitarist came out into the crowd, right in front of me and played a solo from his knees for me!

  

Nick Cave – Death Is Not the End – Murder Ballads (1996)
-          9th album
-          One of Cave’s best and masterfully dark albums
-          One of the best received critically albums.
-          All about crimes of passion… Stagger Lee is a great un-airable song.
-          Cave's latest release was with side project Grinderman.


Monday, April 11, 2011

The Unknown & Unheard Show 225!

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Magnolia Electric Co. – It’s Made Me Cry – It’s Made Me Cry EP (2009)
- the first is from his Record Store Day Release
- Josephine is his forthcoming full-length
- Jason Molina’s current moniker he’s releasing music under. - Also released music in his name and Songs: Ohia
Thao & Mirah - Squareneck - Thao & Mirah (2011)
- Debut collaboration between Thao Nguyen and Mirah
- if you are unfamiliar with Thao you need to correct that quickly. Look up Thao Nguyen & the Get Down Stay Downs
- Her last album, We Brave Bee Stings And All, was highlighted by the track 'Bag of Hammers."
- Thao played SXSW
Ezra Furman & The Harpoons - Don't Turn Your Back On Love - Mysterious Power (2011)
- 3rd album
- One of the most talented and refreshing artists going.
- Played SXSW
Middle Brother – Blood and Guts – Middle Brother (2011)
- Debut from this folk super group.
- out in March
- Features members of Deer Tick, Delta Spirit and Dawes.
The Felice Brothers – Frankie’s Gun! – The Felice Brothers (2008)
- debut album
- popping up on so many best of lists
- best description I’ve came across for this song/band is Dylan with singing lessons and playing with the spirit of Woodstock.
- Big, warm, and satisfying album that rambles along nice.
Handsome Furs – What About Us – Sound Kapital (2011)
- 3rd album from Wolf Parade's Dan Boeckner and his wife.
- Out June 28th.
- I was late to the party here, but glad I didn’t miss it!
TV on the Radio – New Cannonball Run - Nine Types of Light (2011)
- Long-awaited forthcoming album.
- It seems all of their members have done their own projects since their last full length came out in 2008.
- Made my best of 2008 show.
- Played SXSW
Asaf Avidan & The Mojos - Through The Gale - Through The Gale (2010)
- 4th LP of 4 total.
- Hugely popular Israeli rock/folk-rock artist.
- His vocals are reminiscent of Janis Joplin.
- Played SXSW
The Kills – Heart Is A Beating Drum - Blood Pressures (2011)
- Forthcoming album
- latest album was out in 2008, ‘Midnight Boom’
- Detroit rock duo.
- The female half, Allison Mosshart is in the Dead Weather with Jack White.
- Played SXSW
Liminanas - AF3458 - AF3458 Single (2011)
- One of a couple recently released 7”s
- Jangly 60’s psych rock
The Black Angels – Surf City (Revisited) - Black Angel Exit (2008)
- 2nd EP of 3. Also 3 full lengths out.
- Just released Phosphene Dream and blew me away at SXSW
- Formed in 2004 in Austin, TX
- Interesting feel to it… similar to some of the Black Keys more eerie songs
- Debut Self Titled EP was released in 2005. 2nd full length out in 2008
- Their first two EP's will be available on Record Store Day! This Saturday!
Timber Timbre – Too Old To Die Young - Creep on Creepin' On (2011)
- 3rd album, debut was out in 2007 ‘Medicinals’
- M. Ward + Bon Iver + Tom Waits’ ‘What’s He Building In There?’
- Eerily cool spooky tracks.
- Toronto duo
Yellow Ostrich - Libraries - The Mistress (2011)
- Debut full length
- Sounds a bit like the Beatles and the White Stripes and even at times Menomena.
- Played SXSW
Felix - Where Is My Dragon? - You Are the One I Pick (2009)
- I love the vocals on this track!
- I’m sharing this track as a result of iTunes shuffle.
Carl Hauck – Seven Swans – Seven Swans Reimagined (2011)
- Sufjan Steven’s album covered for charity.
- Bonnie ‘Prince’ Billy is the most notable name.

Monday, April 4, 2011

The Unknown & Unheard Show 224!!!

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Ezra Furman & The Harpoons - I Killed Myself But I Didn't Die - Mysterious Power (2011)
- 3rd album
- One of the most talented and refreshing artists going.
- Huge Pixies sound here more than ever before.
- Played SXSW
The Kills – Damned If She Do - Blood Pressures (2011)
- Forthcoming album
- latest album was out in 2008, ‘Midnight Boom’
- Detroit rock duo.
- The female half, Allison Mosshart is in the Dead Weather with Jack White.
- Played SXSW
The Dodos - Black Night - No Color (2011)
- 3rd album
- debut album appeared on almost every indie music Best of ’08 lists
- their talent for creating impressive compositions is clearly evident.
- This entire album is heavily focused on upbeat chugging drums.
- Only $5.99 on amazon!
TV on the Radio – Repetition - Nine Types of Light (2011)
- Long-awaited forthcoming album.
- It seems all of their members have done their own projects since their last full length came out in 2008.
- Made my best of 2008 show.
- Played SXSW
Thao & Mirah - How Dare You - Thao & Mirah (2011)
- Debut collaboration between Thao Nguyen and Mirah
- if you are unfamiliar with Thao you need to correct that quickly. Look up Thao Nguyen & the Get Down Stay Downs
- Her last album, We Brave Bee Stings And All, was highlighted by the track 'Bag of Hammers." - Thao played SXSW
Timber Timbre – Woman - Creep on Creepin' On (2011)
- 2nd album, debut was out in 2007 ‘Medicinals’
- M. Ward + Bon Iver + Tom Waits’ ‘What’s He Building In There?’
- Eerily cool spooky tracks.
- Toronto duo
Elbow – With Love - Build a Rocket Boys! (2011)
- Forthcoming full length.
- Huge UK band… popular all over the world.
- previous album was Seldom Seen Kid
Cass McCombs - County Line - Wit's End (2011)
- New album out April 26th
- Blew me away with the track 'The Executioner's Song'
Middle Brother – Blue Eyes – Middle Brother (2011)
- Debut from this folk super group.
- Features members of Deer Tick, Delta Spirit and Dawes.
Danger Mouse and Daniele Luppi - Two Against One (Ft. Jack White) - Rome (2011)
- Collaborative project led by producer Danger Mouse.
- Jack White? Yes, Please!
Alcoholic Faith Mission - And the Running with Insanity - And the Running with Insanity EP (2011)
- latest EP. 3 full lengths out.
- Extremely eclectic band from Denmark, Sweden.
- Played SXSW
Generationals – Ten-Twenty-Ten - Actor-Caster (2011)
- Forthcoming album.
- Louisianan Band
- Indie pop
- Great 2010 SXSW DayTrotter Session
- Played SXSW again this year.
Fleet Foxes - Grown Ocean - Helplessness Blues (2011)
- Forthcoming 2nd full length.
- No band was better in 2008 in which they released their debut EP & LP.
- My number one album for the 2008 (same with Pitchfork and numerous other outlets).
- Hugely diverse, lush, harmony-laden folk.
Ponytail – AwayWay - Do Whatever You Want All The Time (2011)
- 3rd album
- Missed this band completely, but after seeing them live I am totally sold on them
- The lead singer’s shrill unique way of singing makes her more of an instrument than a reciter of lyrics.
- Biggest pleasant surprise of Pitchfork Fest 2009.
The Mountain Goats – For Charles Bronson – All Eternals Deck (2011)
- Forthcoming full length
- Their last, The Life of the World to Come, was out in October 2009.
- Led by John Darnielle and his unmistakable passionate and powerful vocals.
Vetiver – Can't You Tell – The Errant Charm (2011)
- DC band… found them a couple years ago when These United States got me onto a few other DC bands
- Seems to be a solid scene
- Strokes, Coconut Records and Devendra Banhart fans gather around
The Henry Clay People – California Wildfire - This Is a Desert EP (2011)
- Forthcoming 3rd album.
- Big energetic anthem rock