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Mode Moderne – She, Untamed

Self-described as “new waves of pop”, Vancouver’s Mode Moderne is on the verge of releasing their second full-length album and has released a video for the first single – “She, Untamed”. The song is clearly rooted in the sounds of the post-punk darkwave era, and the low-fi video recalls early music videos, with a style that mimics the VHS effects […]

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James Vincent McMorrow – Red Dust

His debut album went platinum, the media compared him to Bon Iver and he was described as a brilliant folk singer. But all along his intentions were other. Post Tropical is daring. James Vincent McMorrow evolved his sound but keeping the remarkable falsettos and astounding lyrics, making music close to what he actually listens to. “I wanted to give this […]

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Halls – Forelsket

After releasing celebrated debut album “Ark” late last year, Sam Howard aka Halls made a short appearance in the fashion world, modeling for Hedi Slimane in Paris. Now, 12 months later he is back with the first track from his second album, Forelsket. London-based Halls announces that long-awaited follow-up album “Love to Give” is due in February next year on […]

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Major Leagues – Weird Season

Fresh from Australia’s sunshine coast, Major Leagues capped off a stellar year with the release of their debut EP ‘Weird Season’ last week. Recorded alongside producer Timothy Morrissey plus sound producers Sean Cook and Miro Lackie, Weird Season is a killer fusion of 90s shoegaze and 60s garage-pop musings. An eclectic collection of fuzzy guitars, clanging cymbals and nostalgic songwriting, […]

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Doug Keith – Harvest Home

You may recognize Doug Keith as the guitarist and bassist who plays alongside Sharon Van Etten. Now he’s stepping forward on his own with the upcoming album Pony. The 2nd track we’ve received from the album, “Harvest Home”, audibly embodies its name, evoking a scene of arriving home after a day of working the earth. Brad and Phil Cook of […]

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Burger Records tribute to Velvet Underground’s White Light/White Heat

In conjunction with Velvet Underground’s White Light/White Heat 45th anniversary reissue, Burger Records released a tribute to the New York noisy combo, working on a track-by-track reinterpretation of their second LP. Several artists from Burger’s catalogue worked together to create a peculiar version of that timeless record, counting on that 60s-influenced sound they’re all used to. Inevitably, this tribute is […]

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New music – December 6, 2013

A – Cavern People – Change of Heart A – Circa Waves – Good For Me A – Kevin Morby – Miles Miles Miles A – Locals – Millions Of Ghosts B – Lost In The Trees – Rites A – Lover Lover – Young Free B – Michael A Grammar – The Day I Come Alive B – Superfood […]

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Blood Red Shoes – The Perfect Mess

Their sound is a little distant from that of their British colleagues, deeming themselves as a punk band. Influenced by Fugazi, Queens of the Stone Age and Sonic Youth, among others, Blood Red Shoes keep showing us that punk attitude record after record and above all, in their live shows. To change the dynamic a bit and entertain their fans, […]

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Meg Mac – Every Lie

Melbourne-based songstress, Meg McInery, is the musical mastermind behind Meg Mac and the soulful pop gem that is her new single ‘Every Lie’. Growing up with the likes of motown and soul, Meg’s sonic style is a testament to the past whilst retaining a refreshingly modern flair. Meg Mac’s latest single showcases everything there is to love about her unique […]

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Opening: Rough Trade NYC

Rough Trade, the well-known London record store, has made its way stateside. Their new Brooklyn store opened its doors this month with a flurry of free shows & events. It’s been nonstop for the record store/venue hybrid since November 25, when Sky Ferreira and Charles Bradley performed free shows back to back that first night. Performances by Matthew E. White, […]