Fense’s Radio Show: November 4, 2011
Friday evening was a mad house. Getting into the station wasn’t the issue, as I expect it will be in… Read More »Fense’s Radio Show: November 4, 2011
The Dustbowl Revival: Holy Ghost Station (Album Review)
Pour out some sweat tea, fire up the banjo, warm up the rocking chair, and get ready for some good old fashioned Americana rock that will easily set your soul aglow and leave you with aspirations towards shucking and diving as The Dustbowl Revival serenade you with some of the most perfect blend of blues, jazz, and pure down home American fun. Read More »The Dustbowl Revival: Holy Ghost Station (Album Review)
Summer Fiction: By The Sea MP3
The great thing about Summer Fiction is that their songs are so, well, summery. Indie pop music is the sort that so often remains unchanged, boundaries un-pushed, and you get a little of that here. But rather than being a hindrance, it’s comforting. “By The Sea” blends soothing male and female vocals with plenty of hooks, a soft guitar strum and catchy bass line, and a playful drum rhythm. Read More »Summer Fiction: By The Sea MP3
Anja McCloskey: And Her Head (Video)
What better way to visually express the beauty of Anja McCloskey‘s exquisite vocals and accordion based folk music than through interpretive dance, right? Â And better yet, how about a setting that is reminiscent of any one of the Twilight movies, but make it far more interesting and relevant (to anything really). Â Then throw in some random blood-smeared faces. Â And while the situation is obviously a bit dark and partially morbid, the obvious beauty of Anja’s voice can not be masked. Read More »Anja McCloskey: And Her Head (Video)
The Lovely Sparrows: Tall Cedars Of Lebanon (Album Review)
The Lovely Sparrows have a way of putting together words and music that make the band one of today’s leading folk-rock and folk-pop artists. With Tall Cedars of Lebanon, the Sparrows continue the trend they began as early as their debut EP, Pulling Up Floors, Pouring On (New) Paint.
Fense’s Radio Show: October 28, 2011
I didn’t begin this show well. Stuarto had a pre-recorded spot and, given it was only my fourth show, I… Read More »Fense’s Radio Show: October 28, 2011
Today The Moon, Tomorrow The Sun: We Were Wild MP3
“We Were Wild” by Today The Moon, Tomorrow The Sun is a track like Arcade Fire’s “Wake Up”. It defies all you thought you knew about rock music, takes things in a completely different direction than expected — a direction much more anthemic and epic. Today The Moon, Tomorrow The Sun draws from an insurmountable realm of influence. Read More »Today The Moon, Tomorrow The Sun: We Were Wild MP3
Robin Grey: The Nearest Door (Album Review)
London’s finest breath of fresh air has returned to us once again. Â And on his third outing, The Nearest Door, the lovely Robin Grey gets even more personal than we have heard in the past. Â He has many a tale and lament to tell and confess. Â With his distinctively English vocals, and beautiful interpretations of earth, sea, and love, this folk hero soars to his greatest heights even succeeding beyond his sophomore release Strangers With Shoes. Â Which I will admit, seemed to be impossible. Read More »Robin Grey: The Nearest Door (Album Review)
Exitmusic: The Sea (Video)
I played Exitmusic‘s “The Sea” on my KSVR radio show a few weeks back. I found the music to be somewhere between the haunting melodies of Beach House and the hushed whispers of Still Corners. The band consists of New York duo Aleksa Palladino and Devon Church. And if Palladino looks familiar, it’s because she also plays a character in HBO’s Boardwalk Empire. Read More »Exitmusic: The Sea (Video)
Fense’s Radio Show: October 21, 2011
I figured with my previous show being devoted to songs that remind me of sleep, this one would be the opposite. After a few bouts of standard indie rock, things got thick and loud. Read More »Fense’s Radio Show: October 21, 2011
