Architecture: Diamond Mind
Melissa Harris and Rebecca Scott of Chicago go by the name Architecture. One of moody pop, their sound blends dark… Read More »Architecture: Diamond Mind
Renny Wilson’s Smooth Sax-Pop Hits the Pacific Northwest
What can one say about Edmonton artist Renny Wilson‘s Sugarglider that hasn’t already been said in the past month or… Read More »Renny Wilson’s Smooth Sax-Pop Hits the Pacific Northwest
Low: The Invisible Way (Album Review)
Low, the husband and wife duo of Alan Sparhawk and Mimi Parker, have been making beautiful music together for 20… Read More »Low: The Invisible Way (Album Review)
On Air at KSVR: March 22, 2013 Playlist
It seemed wrong to do anything outside a tribute to the late Jason Molina. Since learning of his passing the other weekend, Songs: Ohia and Magnolia Electric Co. have been dominating my playlists; in particular the former. Given this fact, I focused on the sub-genres Molina often found himself in – folk, folk-rock, and alt-country. Artists like Bill Callahan, Norfolk & Western, Brown Bird and Hayden all made the cut. Read More »On Air at KSVR: March 22, 2013 Playlist
Club 8: Stop Taking My Time
I admit, I freak out a bit each time I hear of a new undertaking by Johan Angergård – anything… Read More »Club 8: Stop Taking My Time
Legs: Two Colours (Video)
In school, they teach you that the easiest way to get from point A to point B is a straight line. But such things rarely exist in life, especially when they pertain to the progression from where you are today to where you’ll be tomorrow. This is something I’ve given a lot of thought to over the past month or so; it’s also something Abbey Simmons touches upon in her recent thought-provoking article in Sound on the Sound. Read More »Legs: Two Colours (Video)
The Bats return with “Free All the Monsters”
I remember precisely when I discovered The Bats. It was 2005 and I was at KZUU; At The National Grid had recently been released. Like many, it was the first I’d heard from the legendary New Zealand band – it was their first record in ten years. As far as indie pop bands go, The Bats are second to none. Their history goes back to 1981/1982. Legendary indeed. Read More »The Bats return with “Free All the Monsters”
Farewell: RIP Jason Molina of Songs: Ohia and Magnolia Electric Co.
Somewhere between indie-folk and alt-country, Jason Molina’s music was without a doubt heartfelt and revealing, despite having a sound that was often difficult to describe.
Beach House: Wishes (Video)
Alright. Let me just say that this Beach House video is totally amazing. It features Ray Wise, best known for his role as Laura Palmer’s father Leland Palmer in David Lynch’s epic Twin Peaks series. “Wishes”, directed by Eric Wareheim, is equally as imaginative, other-worldly and surreal as Wise’s famed role.
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Yesper: Cannibal King (MP3 & Video)
Yesper‘s heartfelt folk melodies and luscious finger-plucked guitar will strike a chord with fans of Justin Vernon’s Bon Iver and Sam Beam’s Iron & Wine. With vocals containing a soft playfulness that border on dreamy, Yesper adds in occasional plush with harmonies that complement the accompanying instrumentation. Read More »Yesper: Cannibal King (MP3 & Video)
