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April 3, 2013 · 1:07 pm

Download: Lance Herbstrong – “The Mother”

Austin trio, Lance Herbstrong, have maintained an element of funk in their tunes and at times accented it with a bit of ghetto. They’re not ones to follow patterns either – they graft the guts from a spectrum of influences into something unexpected.

Lance Herbstrong, are back at it again, fusing Xavier Rudd’s “The Mother” in to a glitchy, dubby, backbone with a history of space travel.

With Peter Di Stefano (Porno For Pyros) on guitar and Joel Cummins of Umphrey’s McGee on Keys..

Listen/download: Lance Herbstrong – “The Mother” (Xavier Rudd x Lance Herbstrong w/ Joel Cummins of Umphrey’s McGee)

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April 2, 2013 · 9:35 am

Free Download: Radiation City – “Foreign Bodies”

Portland’s Radiation City will release their second full-length album Animals In The Median, May 21, 2013 via Tender Loving Empire. From their use of modern electronic sounds and the restraint of classic bossa records, to the urgency and harmony of northern soul, the band has codified seemingly disparate ideas into a sound and ethos that is at once refreshing and classic

Effortlessly bending genres, Animals In The Median takes you on a journey through time. “So Long” turns Motown inside out with funky bass lines, catchy church organs and vintage vocal arrangements. The suspenseful lush orchestration of “Wash of Noise” soothes the musical palette. “Zombies” dabbles in doo-wop, flawlessly adorned with swinging handclaps and melodies.

“Foreign Bodies” makes you want to snap your fingers to sweet and simple guitar rhythms that dance side by side with cascading flute melodies over a strong even beat. Listen and download it below!

Listen/download: Radiation City – “Foreign Bodies”

Radiation City just wrapped up a national tour, sharing stages with Pickwick, Caveman, YACHT, The Walkmen, Unknown Mortal Orchestra and more.

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April 2, 2013 · 8:58 am

Download: SWIMM – “Too Old”

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“You can’t deny that this band pens blistering psych-rock tunes.” – MTV Hive

Swimm is the swirling and whirling combination of Chris Hess’s guitar, keyboard and voice and Adam Winn’s drums and harmonica; Formerly of Le Blorr, this duo is bringing a fresh sound to their art as Swimm with their debut Feel EP to be released on April 23^rd.

Feel EP starts out riding high on a psychedelic wave of rock ‘n roll distortion with the record’s first single “Too Old” which you can listen and download below.

Listen/download: Swimm – “Too Old”

Swimm has manifested a shoegaze-influenced sound on Feel EP that also contains acoustic, gauzy tracks with an intimacy that will draw you in like “Darkness of Love”, as well as breezy, danceable songs like “Feels”.

“I think we are into music that stretches in different directions,” singer Chris Hess explained. “We love float-y feeling dance music as much as we like psychedelic rock.”

Shows:

4/5 – Jacksonville, FL – Mellow Mushroom
4/6 – Melbourne, FL – Downtown Debauchery
4/13 – Deerfield Beach, FL – Kahuna Bar & Grill
4/19 – Ybor City, FL – New World Brewery
4/20 – West Palm Beach, FL – Respectable Street
4/26 – Orlando, FL – The Social
4/27 – Satellite Beach, FL – The Sports Page Live
4/28 – The Garage – Winston Salem, NC
4/29 – Asbury Park, NJ – Lance & Debbie’s Wonder Bar
5/2 – Rockwood Music Hall – New York, NY
5/3 – Glasslands – New York, NY

Listen to SWIMM’s “Too Old,” a Blistering Ode to Middle-Age Panic (mtvhive.com)

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March 20, 2013 · 3:07 pm

Download: TECLA – “Fake Tears” (Gordon Voidwell Remix)

“Tecla deftly blends electro-pop with tropicalia, hip-hop, funk and R&B, creating an awesome stew of dance music fresher and more original than much of what we’ve heard lately.” – PAPER

NYC singer, rapper, DJ, producer and boundary-breaking artist TECLA has released her sophomore album, We Are The Lucky Ones. Written entirely by TECLA herself, the album infuses tropical, Caribbean, pop, and funk elements with TECLA’s unapologetic rap lyricism. We Are The Lucky Ones is available for purchase via iTunes and other digital retailers, and you can stream the album in full at AOL Spinner.

Album single “Fake Tears” features TECLA’s distinct, soulful vocals delivering an uplifting message above driving tribal beats. Having recently shared an eye-catching video for the track (watch above), TECLA is now treating fans to a remix from Gordon Voidwell.

Listen/download: TECLA – “Fake Tears” (Gordon Voidwell Remix)

We Are The Lucky Ones features tracks like “Lucky Ones,” full of skittering beats and rumbling synth, and the anthemic “Money,” a club-ready satirical take on gold digging with an instantly memorable hook. The hypnotic and soulful “Tragic Mulatto” was co-produced by members of Chairlift and takes a look at the life of iconic actress, singer and dancer Josephine Baker. “Fiction Fairytales of Love” closes the album with an ominous dancehall beat, spiraling vocals, and melancholic acoustic guitar, which explodes into layers of hand drumming and feedback.

TECLA recently performed live on WNYC’s Soundcheck, and you’ll be able to hear the full performance on air and streaming online soon! Those in the NYC area will have two chances to catch TECLA live next week, including her album release party at Joe’s Pub.

3/23: Brooklyn, NY @ BAMcafé (FREE)
3/26: New York, NY @ Joe’s Pub (album release party) TICKETS

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March 8, 2013 · 10:19 am

Video: Hank & Cupcakes – “Sweet Potion”

In October of last year, I posted an intro to Hank & Cupcakes as well as a free download of “Sweet Potion”. Now, here’s the video to check out. Also, the duo will be here in Pittsburgh for a show at Howler’s on March 27th.

Download: Hank & Cupcakes – “Sweet Potion”

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February 28, 2013 · 2:29 pm

Download: Midnight Spin – “Conchis Bliss”

Shortly after releasing their debut album Don’t Let Me Sleep, Midnight Spin has just embarked on a six-week nationwide tour in support of the album’s release. Between the album’s release and their show dates, Midnight Spin found time to invite Consequence of Sound into their home for their segment #AreaCode, a new series on the Rock It Out! Blog. Watch the interview here to learn the meaning behind the album’s title, their favorite neighborhood deli, and living in their rehearsal space. Today, Midnight Spin shares their second single “Conchis Bliss.” The five piece alt-rock band from Brooklyn, NY contains elements of classic rock’n’roll and 90s alternative rock, with a modern indie flare reminiscent of their Brooklyn home.

Produced by Justin Gerrish (Vampire Weekend, the Strokes, Weezer), Don’t Let Me Sleep is the result of endless bleary-eyed practice sessions and late night stumblings across the East River, which inspired and yielded a full-length album worthy of its name. From Cohen spacing the record with wurlitzers and organs to Scull bashing it out like the Grohl of yore, the twelve-song LP combines 90s alternative and punk energy with modern indie elements from their Brooklyn home. As Consequence of Sound writes, “Imagine if Foo Fighters somehow grew up as fans of early the Killers with a little of the Strokes tossed in for flavor.” It’s an album that just can’t stop chasing the night.

Don’t Let Me Sleep scrapes together everything you once loved about rock music and makes it hum again like a dirty, little noise-box from the future. Catch the band on tour in a city near you.

Listen/download: Midnight Spin – “Conchis Bliss”

Midnight Spin Tour Dates
2/28: Daytona Beach, FL @ 316 Main St. Station
3/1: Tampa, FL @ Pegasus Lounge
3/2: Miami, FL @ Jazid
3/3: Gainesville, FL @ High Dive
3/4: Athens, GA @ Go Bar
3/5: Atlanta, GA @ Smith’s Olde Bar
3/7: Nashville, TN @ Center Stage
3/8: Jackson, MS @ Sam’s Lounge
3/9: New Orleans, LA @ Big Top
3/11: Houston, TX @ Super Happy Fun Land
3/12: Austin, TX @ Kick Butt Coffee & Booze (Unofficial SXSW)
3/14: Austin, TX @ Zed’s
3/15: Austin, TX @ 311 Club (Unofficial SXSW)
3/15: Austin, TX @ Shakespeare’s Pub (Unofficial SXSW)
3/17: Austin, TX @ Red Eyed Fly (Unofficial SXSW)
3/20: San Diego, CA @ Shakedown Bar
3/22: Los Angeles, CA @ Hotel Cafe
3/23: San Francisco, CA @ Neck of the Woods
3/24: Sacramento, CA @ Marilyn’s on K
3/26: Seattle, WA @ High Dive
3/28: Portland, OR @ Mt. Tabor Theatre
4/1: Denver, CO @ Marquis Theatre
4/2: Golden, CO @ The Buffalo Rose
4/3: Omaha, NE @ Louis Bar
4/4: St. Louis, MO @ Plush
4/6: Indianapolis, IN @ Birdy’s

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February 25, 2013 · 10:55 am

Download: AM & Shawn Lee – “Two Times”

Check out the first track “Two Times” released from AM & Shawn Lee’s upcoming album La Musique Numerique out May 7th, 2013.

Hailing from LA and London respectively, AM & Shawn Lee first bonded over their mutual love of vintage French and Italian Soundtrack music and 80’s digital effects. Separately, the two have racked up an impressive number of accomplishments: AM has earned widespread acclaim for his unique mixture of pop, soul, R&B and psychedelia, and Shawn Lee, best known as instrumentalist groove-master, is also one of hip hop’s most sampled artists. The duo have shared stages with bands such as AIR, Phoenix, Sigur Ros and Charlotte Gainsbourg. Their debut album, Celestial Electric (2011), received praise from FILTER, Under The Radar, NYLON among others.

Download: AM & Shawn Lee – “Two Times”

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February 22, 2013 · 10:36 am

Download: Dragonette – “Run Run Run” (Sunshine Jones remix)

“Dragonette has long been a secret weapon of the pop underground“ – Rolling Stone

“gritty, distinctive dance rock” –USA Today

“rock-charged electro-pop” – SPIN

“When it comes to straight-up catchy, can’t-get-’em-out-of-your-head dance tunes, nobody does it like Dragonette” – LUCKY

Canadian electro-pop trio Dragonette had a busy 2012: after winning a JUNO Award for their hit single “Hello” and performing live on Good Morning America, they released their third critically acclaimed studio album, Bodyparts. The band spent last fall touring in support of the album, delivering their electrified live show to audiences across the US. Now, fans will have another chance to catch Dragonette live when they hit the road next week with Major Lazer.

To kick off the tour right, Dragonette has shared a brand new remix of Bodyparts opener “Run Run Run.” With a buzzing extended intro that features thumping bass and shimmers of synth, you can grab the “Run Run Run” (Sunshine Jones remix) as a free download!

Download: Dragonette – “Run Run Run” (Sunshine Jones remix)

Dragonette Tour Dates
3/1 Detroit, MI @ Royal Oak Music Hall
3/2 Chicago, IL @ Congress Theater
3/3 Cleveland, OH @ HOB Cleveland
3/5 Nashville, TN @ Cannery Ballroom
3/7 Carrboro, NC @ Cat’s Cradle
3/8 Atlanta, GA @ Masquerade
3/9 New Orleans, LA @ Buku Festival
3/11 Dallas, TX @ HOB Dallas
3/12 Houston, TX @ HOB Houston

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February 19, 2013 · 2:07 pm

The Royal Concept Covers Daft Punk

Check out The Royal Concept taking on Daft Punk. With a brand new cover, the Swedish lads add their patented rock ‘n’ roll swing to the legendary French electro duo’s classic from Discovery, “Digital Love.”

Given the quartet’s penchant for danceable grooves and massive hooks, it’s an undeniable interpretation worth spinning again and again. It’s also the perfect tune to hold over fans until the release of the band’s forthcoming full-length debut for LAVA Records/Republic Records later this year.

In addition, after unveiling “World on Fire” online last month, the single is available on iTunes and other digital retailers. The group continues to stir up buzz stateside after cultivating a fervent and faithful following in Sweden. Their song “D-D-Dance” hit No.2 on Hype Machine, while “Gimme Twice” reached No.3.

Download: The Royal Concept – “Digital Love” (Daft Punk Cover)