Every band’s got a “thing” – Spoon has attitude, Grizzly Bear is pretty, Death Cab likes metaphors, but Beat Radio is just awesome. With every new song Brian Sendrowitz puts out, I am both amazed and ecstatic that someone is still releasing indie rock this catchy.
This isn’t new. We’ve expressed our love for Beat Radio before and, if you thought we were going to get all M. Night Shyamalan up in this B, you’re going to be sorely disappointed. If, however, you were hoping for new Beat Radio songs, then you are in luck, my friend!
While the two new tracks fit with what we’ve been hearing lately, they’re definitely unique in their own right.
“Golden Age” pairs a warped guitar and live drums against an ominous wall of sound, managing to sound both hopeful and slightly stormy. The second track, a cover of The Diggs “… and the end shoot back” continues with the dense and dark waves of sound, but mashes them with a beat loop straight out of Afrika Bambaataa’s “Looking for the Perfect Beat.”
Perfection, indeed.
Have a listen, and download, “Golden Age” and “… and in the end shoot back” after the jump.
Earlier this week we brought you an exclusive interview with John Speyer, The Postellesbassist, and now we bestow upon you free music from the band. Today, The Postelles released their new EP, White Night (go get it!!) and to celebrate, you can download lead single “White Night” for free. It’s a must have for any party mix being made — Forest, that means download it now!!
And yes, for the record (again), I fully support the indie-rock movement to revive 50’s/60’s sound. Bring it on boys!!
Who wants more Swedish pop? You know you do… Check out Miike Snow’s latest song “Silva,” remixed by Australian DJs Hook N Sling & Goodwill. This song is just what you need to dance your way into Tuesday. Glow sticks not included.
It’s a lazy Sunday for me here at The Round Table – so figured I’d share a free song I just downloaded myself. Thanks to the folks at Rock Ridge Music, download a cover of Joni Mitchell’s “Case of You” performed by Tony Lucca and Keaton Simons. The pair are currently on tour together and decided to lay down this track just for the fans. All you have to do is click the link below and surrender your email address to Tony. Well worth it — I’d say. Enjoy.
By “popular” “demand” I’m continuing what I started with last month’s Ghostface Millah Mix Volume 1 by giving you, dear readers, whatever excellent new music I’ve acquired or gotten-into of late. I present to you the Ghostface Millah Mix Volume 2.
If I do say so myself, it’s better than the first. For starters, it’s longer which means more goodness for you, and, just like last time, it’s a decent combo of blogosphere well-knowns and some deeper cuts from recently released albums to which I just can’t stop listening.
1. “U + Me =” – Dan Black (off UN, released in the U.S. on 12/21/2009)
2. “VCR (Matthew Dear Remix)” – The xx (off unknown)
3. “Take It Easy” – Surfer Blood (off Astro Coast, released 1/19/2010)
4. “Backseat” – STAYGOLD feat. Damien Adore & Spank Rock (off unknown)
5. “You Must Be Out of Your Mind” – The Magnetic Fields (off Realism, released 1/26/2010)
6. “Answer to Yourself” – The Soft Pack (off The Soft Pack, released 2/2/2010)
7. “Good Intentions Paving Company” – Joanna Newsom (off Have One On Me, out 2/23/2010)
8. “Please Don’t” – Santigold (off Here Lies Love, out 2/23/2010)
9. “I Can Talk” – Two Door Cinema Club (off Tourist History, out 3/1/2010)
10. “In the Sun” – She & Him (off Volume Two, out 3/23/2010)
11. “Stylo” – Gorillaz feat. Mos Def & Bobby Womack (off Plastic Beach, out 3/9/2010)
12. “No Hassle” – Robyn feat. Diplo (off unknown)
What’s a better way to start your Valentine’s Day Sunday than with free music? There is none, well, except unless V-Day didn’t exist. Clearly I’m bitter. Enjoy this rocked out remix of “Wish You Would” from Ludacris featuring T.I. thanks to our friends at Incorporated Elements.
Clearly, we’re on aMatthew Mayfield kick here at TRT after naming him as one of our picks for “Makin’ It” in 2010. This morning I woke up to a lovely email from Matthew himself, ok, well because I’m on his mailing list that stated the following:
Although I think that Valentine’s Day is a bogus holiday, it’s certainly a reminder of all things romance, all things heartbreak, all things loved, and all things lost. The songs on this EP come straight from my heart.
‘Can’t Change My Mind’ is the love letter. ‘Simple’ is the truth. ‘Breathe Out in Black’ is the regret. ‘Ease Your Mind’ is the hope around the bend. ‘Revelation’ is the new beginning.
Yes, he’s a man after my own heart with those words!! Matthew also noted that he didn’t want a label to distribute the album, rather, he wanted the fans to feel empowered to pass it along, therefore, he made it very easy to share it. Don’t worry, Matthew, we won’t let you down! Stream songs from the new EP after the jump — and also get a free download of “Can’t Change My Mind.”
Joe Firstman will perform at The Living Room in New York City this Saturday, February 13th, in support of his recently released full-length album El Porto. If you’re a fan of good old americana rock, this album should be part of your music collection. El Porto is heartfelt with immensely personal lyrics penned by Firstman, who has the innate ability to transport you to another time with his intricate delivery.
For those familiar with Firstman’s debut album The War of the Women, which I happen to LOVE, El Porto is a natural evolution. The songs that comprise the new album are simple, yet demonstrate a certain confidence of a singer-songwriter coming into his own. And, I’m not certain, but believe that “Today,” which is featured on El Porto could easily be a continuation of “Can’t Stop Loving You” from The War of Women. (Joe, if you’re reading this — give me a shout, dying to know).
What’s a great way to start the week? How about with news that Josh Ritter’s new album, So Runs the World Away, is coming in May?
Win!
It’s been just over two years since the singer/songwriter dropped the phenomenal Historical Conquests of Josh Ritter and fans (I speak for all of us) have been itching for some new music.
If you’ve caught Ritter live over the past few months, you may have heard a few demoed tracks here and there, but it’ll be good to have them locked down on an album.
In fact, you can download one of Josh Ritter’s new songs, “Change of Time,” for free, after the jump. If this is any hint of what’s to come, let’s just say you can color me pumped!
I have no idea what the child of Edgar Allen Poe and Dr. Frank N. Furter would look like, but I’m guessing it wouldn’t be as pretty as April Smith and the Great Picture Show sound. Luckily, Tim Curry and Poe are only two of the arrows in the April Smith’s quiver. Other influences include Wes Anderson, PJ Harvey, Tom Waits and Electric Light Orchestra.
As you might imagine, April Smith and the Great Picture Show are a bit hard to place. Sultry horns, dancing pianos and the sense that she wouldn’t be out of place in a 1940’s dance hall are just a few of the things that come to mind. Or they do for me – what do you think?
Luckily, we don’t have to rely on my questionable ability to name genres. April Smith was kind enough to give us her own thoughts on genre, sinking ships and The Fantastic Mr. Fox. Read our interview with April after the jump.
We started as a three friends having conversations about music during lunches together at the office. Since then we have expanded to seven members, including a Chi-town native, and the conversations have gotten bigger and better. The Round Table has grown into a casual setting where music aficionados can gather to discuss all things music. Topics include (but not limited to) artists and bands, new music releases, concerts, recording industry news and concerns, and the occasional nugget of entertainment gossip. We have tastes that cover the entire music spectrum and love to share them (and our opinions) with each other. We are The Round Table! Come join the conversation!
Every band’s got a “thing” – Spoon has attitude, Grizzly Bear is pretty, Death Cab likes metaphors, but Beat Radio is just awesome. With every new song Brian Sendrowitz puts out, I am both amazed and ecstatic that someone is still releasing indie rock this catchy.
