posted by Jessica on March 16, 2012
Oh to be young, talented, British, and infinitely cool – the sibling trio Kitty, Daisy, & Lewis deliver on so many levels. With a dynamic sound that channels blues, swing, R&B, jazz, Hawaiian, rock, and country, they seize the exuberance of another era. If you’re interested in sparking some fire in your step and some snap in your shimmy, jam to their sophomore album Smoking in Heaven.
The multi-instrumental Durham siblings can play pretty much anything, including piano, harmonica, lap steel, banjo, ukulele, accordion, double bass, glockenspiel, xylophone, and trombone. Kitty, Daisy, & Lewis hop from instrument to instrument mid-piece and take turns on lead vocals. Gigging together since they were kids (Kitty was still in single digits!), the North London sibs even invite their parents to back them onstage.
The vintage charm of Kitty, Daisy, & Lewis extends beyond their spirited sound and superb personal style to the recording process. Their albums are produced in the family’s home studio using legacy equipment like ribbon microphones, analog tape, and absolutely no computers. Give “I’m Going Back,” a listen, check out the “Don’t Make A Fool Out of Me” video, and enjoy the energy and authenticity of this captivating family band.
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Loading ...posted by John on March 12, 2012
Allyson Baker doesn’t scare easily. Back in the ’90s, she was sneaking into Dwarves shows and frequenting mosh pits before she was barely out of junior high; by age of 17, she was playing guitar for some of Toronto’s most notorious punk and hardcore bands, before leaving her friends and family behind in 2000 to relocate to San Francisco.
Dirty Ghosts, like the name might imply, has a sound that straddles a few different opposing genres and styles, both heavy and light. Gritty rock guitars, sampled beats, new wave bass, and a arsenal of percussive loops all play host to Allyson Baker’s pop (in a good way) tunes, and powerful vocals.
“Ropes that Way” kicks off the album with a repetitive and percussive drum beat, brash guitars and Baker reassuring her catch:
And on a better day
Gonna finally say
That I’m never gonna leave you with
The ropes that way!
From start to finish, Metal Moon keeps the energy high, and the tunes danceable. Standout tracks like “No Video,” with its early 90s electronic feel and “Pretty Face” with its straight up garage rock, heavy on the rock, fall together quite nicely despite the slightly varying styles.
Fans of Metric, Elastica, Duran Duran (first album), and garage rock will all find something to latch onto in Metal Moon.
If you should find yourself in Austin, TX this year for SXSW, Dirty Ghosts have quite a few shows scheduled, and if the energy on Metal Moon translates to the stage it should be a great show.
Tues Mar 13th Panache Party – SCOOT INN: 11pm
Wed. Mar 14th KVRX Party – SPIDER HOUSE: 2:15 pm
Wed. Mar 14th Panache Showcase – BEAUTY BAR: 12:00am
Thur Mar 15th CHECK YO’ PONYTAIL Day Party – EMO’S: 1:20pm
Thur Mar 15th Vagabond Collective/ATX Sound Day Party – 450 EAST 7th and NAVASOTA: 3:30pm
Fri. Mar 16th And So Party -SPIDER HOUSE: 6pm
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(5 votes) Loading ...posted by Leigh on February 12, 2012
We previously featured I’m in You in 2008 after the release of their EP, Lurid View (see previous post here for all the juicy goodness). The band is at it again with a new single, entitled “Sure.” It comes with the same lengthy dreaminess that we’ve come to expect, all the space and time being used to its advantage. With “Sure” we get the added bonus of some 80′s nostalgia and electronic rhythms that will have you doing moves that you may have forgotten that you have. Perhaps while crying, or contemplating, simultaneously (or sporadically, depending upon your talents) in the corner. Check out their official site below for upcoming shows. Hint: If you are in New York, you may be lucky.
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(4 votes) Loading ...posted by Tina on November 9, 2011
Who doesn’t like a good drum beat? Certainly not me. Formed in 2008, Bronze Radio Return bring the beat back to Indie music. Is it coincidence that so much good music comes from states where it gets really cold in the wintertime? What else is there to do besides coup yourself up and write music that makes people move? Every time I hear one of their tunes I find myself looking at Pandora to see who it is and lately it’s been New England’s Bronze Radio Return. Each of the six band members have managed to contribute their best music making capabilities to form their latest release Shake Shake Shake. Like any band that comes into its own over time, you can only hope that each new album release will be even better than the last. BRR have accomplished just that with this second album. Front man Chris Henderson makes music just the way I would…if I was so musically talented. First the creation of a melody, which turns into a tune, which then leads to coming up with lyrics that fit the tune.
“Worth Wondering” comes from their first album Old Time Speaker released in 2009. The kick drum will pull you in and if that doesn’t the snare drum will. Add to that a little tambourine and you’ll be moving and tapping your foot before you can even ask “Who is this band?” Then hit the play button again. Old Time Speaker was well received and launched BRR into a relentless touring schedule. Two years later came Shake Shake Shake and found the band reuniting with producer Chad Copelin in the town of Norman, Oklahoma. “Warm Day, Cold War” is just one of the catchy tunes off the latest release and by far not the only one you’ll want to hear. As you find yourself taping your foot or nodding your head to the music, you’ll realize the band has clearly accomplished their goal of making people want to move.
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(13 votes) Loading ...Probably my two favorite songs on the two CDs. Awesome choices to post. Awesome live band as well.
nice !
March 27th, 2012 at 9:06 am
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