Paleo has a pretty interesting "how I got to where I am" story. To make is short and sweet it goes like this. Kid tires of low level job decides to write music. Kid becomes broke and lives out of his car while traveling around trying to get gigs. Kid decides to write a song a day, with a specific set of rules. Kid succeeds, gets record deal. Kid becomes a man along the journey. And what a man this is. You can listen to his song diary and view the lyrics to each song on his website. Make sure to stop by Partisan Records to pick up his two releases as well (click on the band name below it'll take you right there).
Paleo - World's Smallest Violin
I was once a huge emo and hardcore music fan. I still am to some extent but not like I was. This is one of the standout tracks from a not so well known band of both genres. I would liken this song to a ride on an old wooden roller coaster. It's an exciting jerky ride that will shake you up. When the ride comes to a stop and you come down off of the adrenaline high you realize your body just can't take that abuse.
Planes Mistaken for Stars - Copper And Stars
Speaking of adrenaline, I found this mellow post-metal track through the Williams Street Records "Metal Swim" compilation. Just in case you don't know who Williams Street are they are a huge force behind the programing for the Cartoon Network show Adult Swim. They are constantly throwing out these compilations, and they are always fantastic, and full of fresh new artists ranging from hip hop, to indie, to metal. There are quite a few free downloads on their site, so it's worth looking into. Just a note, that not all the tracks on Metal Swim as toned down, or without the screaming vocals, like this song is. I chose this one because I figured it would be more listenable for everyone. I mean, come on it's is called "Metal Swim", not "Wussy Swim". If you like Pleican make sure to click on the band name below to be transported to instrumental metal heaven (A.K.A. the bands bandcamp page.)
Pelican - Inch Above Sand
If your not familiar with the term Nerdcore I'd like to direct your attention to a great website that can give you a taste of the dorkside of hip hop. The site is called Nerdcore Now and it's home to some of the geekiest rappers you ever heard. Don't be fooled though even though they spit rhymes about computers and silly things, the artists have tremendous skills. I suggest you click on this link Nerdcore Now Vol. 1 which is a free download, and join in on the fun.
PovertyMan - Rap Cliche
I found this reggae gem on the Bomboclat! Island Soak 2 :: A Rocksteady Mixtape which was created by one of my favorite music blogs Aquarium Drunkard. You should check them out! The mix is available for download and I promise it'll be an instant go to for the summer.
Prince Buster - Move Over
Pink Nasty A.K.A. Sara Beck is folk rock princess. Her brutal honesty shines through her songs and her lyrics have razor sharp wit. I would recommend making a stop by her website because she has graciously provided not one, not two, but three free albums for our listening pleasure. I have yet to hear the latest album, but I have heard Mold The Gold. If it is similar, than I am sure it's nothing but spectacular. This song is off one of the album Mold The Gold and it features guest vocals by Bonnie "Prince" Billy. Treat yourself and have a listen to the prince and princess of indie folk. I love it when a blurb comes together!
Pink Nasty - Don't Ever Change(No Longer Available)
7/04/2012
Long overdue
So last weekend was Bonnaroo. I wasn't there in person, but I did end up watching most of the live streaming coverage on Youtube. I have a review of what I saw throughout the 3 day music festival, but I decided not to post it. It got too long and I don't think it would be too interesting. I might still post it, but it needs to be condensed big time. I mentioned a update on my facebook account almost a week and a half ago, and it still hasn't happened. So where have I been the last 2 months? Well I wish I had a good explanation to give you. It's been a combination of laziness, being busy with trying to find a job, being preoccupied with other projects or playing video games. Only one of those reasons is admissible, the rest are just me being a slacker. However I am back now, and I am going to try my damnedest to keep up to date. What do you say? Let's get this dog and pony show on the road.
I'm going to spoil my Bonnaroo post right off the bat but, I feel I can do this because I found out about this song a week before the festival. According the their Wikipedia page it says that the five band member all met each other at an artist commune in 2008. I was fortunate enough to catch their performance at Bonnaroo and they completely blew me away. They had the audience in a frenzy by the end of their set. They have fun stage presence and you can tell that the band genuinely enjoys what they are doing. If you couldn't guess by their name these cats are sort of hippieish, but in the best way possible. Their music is upbeat, happy and weird. They looked like a rag tag bunch that was just thrown together, the male vocalist had a Kurt Cobain disheveled artist look, the female singer looked like Molly Ringwald straight off of the set from Pretty In Pink (so hot!). Then you had a guy who looked like he should be in The Allman Brothers and another who should be in Nickelback. You might have actually heard a song by them already. Their song "Tongue Tied" was featured in an iPod Touch commercial. I don't care how they look or if they are hippies, I want lots of GROUPLOVE!
Grouplove - Colors
I mentione above that I have been playing a lot of video games lately, actually computer games, but whatever. A friend of mine got me to give the popular online game service Steam a try. My friend had been telling to to download the client for a while and I put it off, mostly because I forgot about it and the message he sent me got buried in my message folder. I ended up finally doing so because I am blessed with awesome friends, who do nice things like send me a game fro my birthday. I then ended up buying what is called the Indie Humble Bundle. It's a suite of games you can buy and you name your own price, and a portion of the proceeds got to charity. Not only did I get about 8 really sweet indie games but I also got the soundtracks for most of the games. One game in particular I played had, in my opinion, the greatest soundtrack I have heard in a game. The Game was called Superbrothers: Sword & Sworcery EP. The game itself is an 8-bit looking exploratory action adventure game. I'm not going to go into the game play but I did want to mention, because I think it's funny, that you eat mushrooms and trip out to help you understand how to do certain tasks throughout the game. It's really an original and fun game with beautiful graphics. The music was composed by Jim Guthrie who has been a member of bands such as the Islands and Royal City. The soundtrack was released on a special edition vinyl, which is the same one that is featured in the game. I can't really describe the music other than a perfect audio landscape full of moody goodness. Bravo Mr. Guthrie! Do yourself a favor and check the album out on bandcamp. You won't be sorry.
Jim Guthrie - Little Furnace
I have been looking for a job since February and I am having a heck of a time trying to find work. It's so hard to find a decent job these days, it's crazy. Every place wants either 3 years of experience, a degree, or to pay a low wage that's virtually impossible to live on. I actually had a great interview recently with a company. I was excited about it. I waited on pins and needles for two weeks only to get a an e-mail telling me they went with more qualified candidates. It was practically the same job I was doing before. Let me tell you, I was super bummed. I firmly believe that today in the US, the hardest job is finding a job. I never thought I'd say this but I REALLY miss working. I really do. I WANT IT! I am also trying to get back into school, and that has been a series of roadblocks as well. However, no matter how hard it gets, how many times I get rejected, how depressed I get; I remind myself that I am awesome. I'm as tough as nails and I won't let this big bad world push me to the ground. I'm going to eat that frustration and poop out motivation. Watch out jobs/school, I'm coming to get ya! I think this little punk rock gem from 1995 sums it up quite nicely.
CIV - Can't Wait One Minute More
I have always been a fan of David Bazan. Whether it's his work sitting in with different bands, being the front man and creative force behind Pedro The Lion, or his solo projects; he's a tornado of talent. His lyrics and music both carry a no nonsense honest style. This is the title track, from the 2001 album Strange Negotiations.
David Bazan - Strange Negotiations
I don't consider myself to be a avid listener of ultra catchy pop songs, but I will admit that I have a soft spot for really good ones. This may ruin any cool kid cred but I might have a Katy Perry or Bruno Mars song or two in my library. Who am I kidding? I do, and I love it. If that makes me uncool then so be it. Like what you love and let the haters hate. This song by Brett Dennen is absolute ear candy, with a chorus that will have you still singing long after the song is done. Why is this guy not huge? If more stuff like this was played on major radio I'd definitely tune in.
Brett Dennen - Sydney I'll Come Running
I'm going to spoil my Bonnaroo post right off the bat but, I feel I can do this because I found out about this song a week before the festival. According the their Wikipedia page it says that the five band member all met each other at an artist commune in 2008. I was fortunate enough to catch their performance at Bonnaroo and they completely blew me away. They had the audience in a frenzy by the end of their set. They have fun stage presence and you can tell that the band genuinely enjoys what they are doing. If you couldn't guess by their name these cats are sort of hippieish, but in the best way possible. Their music is upbeat, happy and weird. They looked like a rag tag bunch that was just thrown together, the male vocalist had a Kurt Cobain disheveled artist look, the female singer looked like Molly Ringwald straight off of the set from Pretty In Pink (so hot!). Then you had a guy who looked like he should be in The Allman Brothers and another who should be in Nickelback. You might have actually heard a song by them already. Their song "Tongue Tied" was featured in an iPod Touch commercial. I don't care how they look or if they are hippies, I want lots of GROUPLOVE!
Grouplove - Colors
I mentione above that I have been playing a lot of video games lately, actually computer games, but whatever. A friend of mine got me to give the popular online game service Steam a try. My friend had been telling to to download the client for a while and I put it off, mostly because I forgot about it and the message he sent me got buried in my message folder. I ended up finally doing so because I am blessed with awesome friends, who do nice things like send me a game fro my birthday. I then ended up buying what is called the Indie Humble Bundle. It's a suite of games you can buy and you name your own price, and a portion of the proceeds got to charity. Not only did I get about 8 really sweet indie games but I also got the soundtracks for most of the games. One game in particular I played had, in my opinion, the greatest soundtrack I have heard in a game. The Game was called Superbrothers: Sword & Sworcery EP. The game itself is an 8-bit looking exploratory action adventure game. I'm not going to go into the game play but I did want to mention, because I think it's funny, that you eat mushrooms and trip out to help you understand how to do certain tasks throughout the game. It's really an original and fun game with beautiful graphics. The music was composed by Jim Guthrie who has been a member of bands such as the Islands and Royal City. The soundtrack was released on a special edition vinyl, which is the same one that is featured in the game. I can't really describe the music other than a perfect audio landscape full of moody goodness. Bravo Mr. Guthrie! Do yourself a favor and check the album out on bandcamp. You won't be sorry.
Jim Guthrie - Little Furnace
I have been looking for a job since February and I am having a heck of a time trying to find work. It's so hard to find a decent job these days, it's crazy. Every place wants either 3 years of experience, a degree, or to pay a low wage that's virtually impossible to live on. I actually had a great interview recently with a company. I was excited about it. I waited on pins and needles for two weeks only to get a an e-mail telling me they went with more qualified candidates. It was practically the same job I was doing before. Let me tell you, I was super bummed. I firmly believe that today in the US, the hardest job is finding a job. I never thought I'd say this but I REALLY miss working. I really do. I WANT IT! I am also trying to get back into school, and that has been a series of roadblocks as well. However, no matter how hard it gets, how many times I get rejected, how depressed I get; I remind myself that I am awesome. I'm as tough as nails and I won't let this big bad world push me to the ground. I'm going to eat that frustration and poop out motivation. Watch out jobs/school, I'm coming to get ya! I think this little punk rock gem from 1995 sums it up quite nicely.
CIV - Can't Wait One Minute More
I have always been a fan of David Bazan. Whether it's his work sitting in with different bands, being the front man and creative force behind Pedro The Lion, or his solo projects; he's a tornado of talent. His lyrics and music both carry a no nonsense honest style. This is the title track, from the 2001 album Strange Negotiations.
David Bazan - Strange Negotiations
I don't consider myself to be a avid listener of ultra catchy pop songs, but I will admit that I have a soft spot for really good ones. This may ruin any cool kid cred but I might have a Katy Perry or Bruno Mars song or two in my library. Who am I kidding? I do, and I love it. If that makes me uncool then so be it. Like what you love and let the haters hate. This song by Brett Dennen is absolute ear candy, with a chorus that will have you still singing long after the song is done. Why is this guy not huge? If more stuff like this was played on major radio I'd definitely tune in.
Brett Dennen - Sydney I'll Come Running
7/01/2012
Stunner Summer - A RopBop Mix
It's been hot as hell recently, so I decided that now would be a good time for a Summer Mix. I am actually planning on doing two summer mixes this year. The first mix (this one) is meant to be listened to during the day, when you are chilling at the beach, or taking a road trip. The second will be music for a summer night. So keep your eyes peeled, I will be posting it soon. I hope everyone has a safe and great summer!
Artist names link to their respective webpages, songs link to youtube videos.
Stunner Summer - A RopBop Mix
01. The Fabulous Wailers - Tall Cool One
02. The Almighty Defenders - Cone Of Light
03. Jacuzzi Boys - Cool Vapors
04. Opus Orange - Nothing But Time
05. Ween - Ocean Man
06. The Skatalites - Latin Goes Ska
07. Stereo Total - Ta Voix Au Téléphone
08. Das Racist - Coochie Dip City
09. Blackbird Blackbird - Sunspray
10. Golden Boys - She Said It
11. The Stone Roses - Waterfall
12. John Lee Hooker - The Waterfront
13. T. Rex - Mambo Sun
14. The Strange Boys - Be Brave
15. Alabama Shakes - I Found You
16. Dr. Dog - The Old Days
17. Born Ruffians - Foxes Mate For Life
18. The Dirty Projectors and David Byrne - Knotty Pine
19. fun. - Some Nights
20. Norwegian Recycling - Miracles
21. My Sick Uncle - Lil Wayne (feat. Kanye West)Quequ'un M'a Dit: We Outta Here Baby
22. The Mountain Goats - Jenny
Here is the link for the mix. Enjoy!!
Artist names link to their respective webpages, songs link to youtube videos.
Stunner Summer - A RopBop Mix
01. The Fabulous Wailers - Tall Cool One
02. The Almighty Defenders - Cone Of Light
03. Jacuzzi Boys - Cool Vapors
04. Opus Orange - Nothing But Time
05. Ween - Ocean Man
06. The Skatalites - Latin Goes Ska
07. Stereo Total - Ta Voix Au Téléphone
08. Das Racist - Coochie Dip City
09. Blackbird Blackbird - Sunspray
10. Golden Boys - She Said It
11. The Stone Roses - Waterfall
12. John Lee Hooker - The Waterfront
13. T. Rex - Mambo Sun
14. The Strange Boys - Be Brave
15. Alabama Shakes - I Found You
16. Dr. Dog - The Old Days
17. Born Ruffians - Foxes Mate For Life
18. The Dirty Projectors and David Byrne - Knotty Pine
19. fun. - Some Nights
20. Norwegian Recycling - Miracles
21. My Sick Uncle - Lil Wayne (feat. Kanye West)Quequ'un M'a Dit: We Outta Here Baby
22. The Mountain Goats - Jenny
Here is the link for the mix. Enjoy!!
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