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THE BLACK KEYS – “Gold On The Ceiling”

Spencer — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 01:37:07 +0000

Here is the official video for my favorite track on The Black Key’s latest album El Camino, “Gold On The Ceiling”

El Camino (Nonesuch, December 2011)

NEW KINGDOM – “Stepped On The Scene”

Spencer — Mon, 27 Dec 2010 23:34:56 +0000

Sweet new video from New Kingdom for their track “Stepped On The Scene” off the Naked Time EP.

Naked Time EP (June 2010)

KIDS OF 88 – “Feed The Birds”

Spencer — Sun, 26 Dec 2010 18:22:19 +0000

Very strong track from New Zealand’s Kids of 88. Is it just me, or do the epic drum fills sound exactly like those from Phil Collins’ “In The Air Tonight”?

Sugarpills (Sony New Zealand, August 2010)

ELECTRIC WIRE HUSTLE – “They Don’t Want”

Spencer — Sun, 29 Aug 2010 23:31:21 +0000

Electric Wire Hustle (BBE, July 2010)

RATATAT – “Neckbrace”

Spencer — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 21:43:04 +0000

RATATAT – “Neckbrace”

LP4 (XL, June 2010)

Ja Prawn – Everybody

Spencer — Mon, 17 May 2010 17:35:11 +0000

“Suicide Party” by Ja Prawn (LIVE) from vosotros on Vimeo.

“Vosotros is music for you all.” The latest release from the impeccably eclectic label is Everybody by Ja Prawn. This is some very cool stuff, surprisingly focused and well structured for how cool it really is. It’s electro-funk at it’s finest with a thick coat of vintage 80′s gloss. Vosotros describes Ja Prawn as “a demigod sculpted of synth sludge, apocalyptic sci-fi soundtracks, and pawn shop lo-fi glory.” Each song is an experimental adventure of sound and the album as a whole is a true musical journey, one you’re sure to enjoy. Check out Everybody below, buy it here.

“Everybody” by Ja Prawn by vosotros

The Black Keys – Brothers

Spencer — Mon, 17 May 2010 17:00:59 +0000

The Black Keys new album Brothers comes out on May 18th. It’s exactly what you might expect from the Keys and, in my opinion, it further solidifies their reign as the current heavyweight champs of real, head bobbing, lip curling rock. For better or worse, they’re a bit more bluesy than other great modern day rock bands with a similar sound (like The Dead Weather and Band of Skulls) but that’s probably why I like the Keys the most. It’s simple, authentic rock.

The Black Keys – Tighten Up

MP3: The Black Keys – “Everlasting Light”

Brothers (Nonesuch, May 2010)

Stream the whole album here.
Pre-order the album here.

Kele – The Boxer (produced by XXXchange)

Spencer — Mon, 03 May 2010 17:55:58 +0000

Kele hooked up with dance-rock producer XXXchange for the Bloc Party front man’s debut solo album, The Boxer. ”Tenderoni” is a powerful single and will certainly lead to a lot of interest and anticipation for the forthcoming album. The single does a good job of distancing Kele’s solo project from his Bloc Party affiliation, which is an area where a lot of solo projects fall short. The Boxer will be available on Glassnote Records in June. Kele – “Tenderoni” (produced by XXXChange) The Boxer (Glassnote, June 2010) Here are some great remixes from XXXchange- MP3: Charlotte Gainsbourg – “Time of the Assassins (XXXchange Remix)” [See post to listen to audio] MP3: Thom Yorke – “The Eraser (XXXchange Remix)” [See post to listen to audio]

The Whigs – In The Dark

Spencer — Mon, 03 May 2010 17:45:49 +0000

The Whigs new album In The Dark is their third full length, released in March 2010. From the first track, “Hundred/ Million” The Whigs show they know how to really rock. If they’re in town with Kings of Leon, The Black Keys, or any of the other great acts they tour with, make sure you remember that the Georgia boys’ live shows are not to be missed. Check out the performance on Jimmy Fallon below:

MP3: The Whigs – “Hundred / Million” [See post to listen to audio] In The Dark (ATO, March 2010)

Alex Metric will make you dance

Spencer — Sat, 27 Feb 2010 19:04:09 +0000

Alex Metric is a remix DJ from the UK. His electro-rock, dance floor friendly remixes put a nice twist on the original song while raising the energy to another level. If you’re having a party and you want to seem some dancing, try his remixes below. MP3: Phoenix – “Lisztomania (Alex Metric Remix)” [See post to listen to audio] MP3: Gorillaz – “Stylo (Alex Metric Remix)” [See post to listen to audio]