Check out this video for a song called “Goodbye Serenade” from LA band The Rebel Light.
You can also check out their EP and get download it for free here. Listen to “My Heroes Are Dead”, that’s my jam.
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Download: The Last Bison – “Switzerland”
THE LAST BISON want to bring you to “Switzerland.” The Virginia “mountaintop chamber” ensemble is currently giving away its first single, “Switzerland,” as a free download now. The song also comes on their four-song debut EP for Republic Records, Inheritance, available through iTunes and all digital outlets.
Boasting a vivid and fascinating tale of travel on a snowy evening, the track functions as an appropriate introduction to the group’s unique amalgam of rustic folk and roots-y rock. They’ve also already drawn critical praise for this sound. Noise Trade commented that the band is “based far more in inspiration than imitation,” while Folk Hive claimed, “The Last Bison is a welcome respite from all that is manufactured.”
With seven members connected by family ties and lifelong friendships, there’s truly no group out there quite like The Last Bison. At the forefront is singer and songwriter Ben Hardesty. His father Dan and sister Annah comprise this collective as well as Andrew and Jay Benfante, Teresa Totheroh, and Amos Housworth. When they all get together, magic happens, yielding music that’s as immediate as it is inspirational.
Following up a successful jaunt supporting Langhorne Slim, The Last Bison is currently roaming across the United States on a headline tour. After almost a lifetime of playing together, they’re truly in sync on stage, making for an unforgettable experience.
Download: The Last Bison – “Switzerland”
Catch The Last Bison On Tour Now:
11/28 – Norfolk, VA – WROX Radio Show
11/29 – Charlottesville, VA – The Southern
11/30 – Vienna, VA – Jammin Java
12/01 – Toledo, OH – Headliners (free show, all ages)
12/03 – Chicago, IL – SPACE
12/04 – Pittsburgh, PA – Smiling Moose
12/05 – Philadelphia, PA – World Café Live
12/07 – Brooklyn, NY – Knitting Factory (w/ High Highs)
12/08 – Annapolis, MD – Ram’s Head On Stage (all ages matinee)
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Download: Vitalic – “Rave Age Minimix”
Techno maverick, Vitalic, released his eagerly anticipated album, Rave Age, last week via [PIAS] America. The French producer’s third album takes the laser-guided disco for which he’s known to an altogether wilder but no less euphoric place. This is a savage and carefree statement from a dancefloor visionary who’s spent the last decade redefining electronic music in his own particular fashion and has decided, as only he can, to keep things simple. In celebration, he has released the Rave Age minimix for free download.
Mixed by legendary production wizard, Stephane Alf Briat, known for his work with Air and Phoenix, Rave Age is a ballsy, firecracker of an album that showcases not just a passion for big room, electro smashers and electronica, but a broad set of influences that stretch from punk and film soundtracks to disco and indie dance.
Vitalic grabbed the international spotlight in 2001 with his now classic debut, the Poney EP. The record’s instant and enduring appeal saw Pascal aligned with Daft Punk and Aphex Twin as a singular producer capable of shaping the future of electronic music and is arguably the first techno record of the last decade. He has released many essential records since then including the blistering euphoria of “La Rock 01” and “You Prefer Cocaine”. Vitalic is also known for his searing live show.
Listen/download: Vitalic – “Rave Age Minimix”
Rave Age Tracklisting:
1 – Rave Kids Go
2 – Stamina
3 – Fade Away
4 – Vigipirate
5 – Under Your Sun
6 – No More Sleep
7 – Nexus
8 – The March of Skabah
9 – Lucky Star
10 – La Mort Sur Le Dancefloor
11 – Next I’m Ready
Download: Midnight Magic – “Threshold” (B-Side)
“… this collection of dancefloor-ready electro-soul, funk and disco tracks has been a long time coming.” – WNYC
“Untethered from disco’s four-to-the-floor pulse, the nine-piece New York group of DFA alumnae rides aloft a breezy synthesizer melody and swirls of dub delay”–SPIN
“… disco, boogie, and old-school electro sounds for a modern scene.” – XLR8R
The psychedelic-soul army Midnight Magic has struck again with their highly anticipated debut full length, Walking The Midnight Streets, out now on their own Midnight Sun Sound. Since bursting onto the scene in 2009 with a series of 12” singles, including the dance floor smash “Beam Me Up,” the band has become revered for their irresistibly catchy hooks and seductive live show. Revered by Lucky, SPIN, RCRD LBL, Interview, XLR8R and more, the new album is a blend of funk, soul, and electro-tinged disco. It is available for purchase on iTunes and all other digital retailers.
Space invader b-side, the band has released “Threshold” as a free MP3. Also, you can hear the full album streaming where it premiered at AOL Spinner through the end of the week.
Listen/download: Midnight Magic – “Threshold” (B-Side)
Midnight Magic LIVE Tour Dates
11/16: Brooklyn, NY @ Cameo Gallery (album release party)
11/24: Chicago, IL @ Lincoln Hal w/ Blood Diamonds
12/1: Philadelphia, PA @ The Barbary
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Video: Atlas Genius – “Trojans” + “Back Seat” remix for download
Atlas Genius just premiered the official video for their hit single “Trojans,”on MTV, MTVu and VH1. The band has also just released a remix by Goldroom for their song “Back Seat.” Good Music All Day says, “this track might melt your soul a little bit, but in the best possible way of course.”
Download: Atlas Genius – “Back Seat” (Goldroom Remix)
Confirmed US Tour Dates:
- 11/27 The National – Richmond, VA
- 11/28 Ted Constant Convocation Center – Norfolk, VA
- 12/01 Aragon Ballroom – Chicago, IL
- 12/06 Mezzanine – San Francisco, CA
- 12/08 Crystal Ballroom – Portland, OR
- 12/11 The Troubadour – Los Angeles, CA (Headlining)
Download: PAPA – “Put Me To Work”
Check out this song from PAPA who are working now on their album for 2013.
Listen/download: PAPA – “Put Me To Work”
Upcoming tour dates (all w/ Grouplove):
- Mon-Nov-5 Toronto, ON Phoenix Concert Theatre
- Tue-Nov-6 Columbus, OH Newport Music Hall
- Thu-Nov-8 Chicago, IL Riviera Theatre
- Sat-Nov-10 Minneapolis, MN First Avenue
- Sun-Nov-11 Columbia, MO The Blue Note
- Tue-Nov-13 Albuquerque, NM Sunshine Theater
- Thu-Nov-15 Phoenix, AZ The Crescent Ballroom
- Fri-Nov-16 Santa Ana, CA Observatory
- Sat-Nov-17 Los Angeles, CA The Wiltern
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Download: Strange Talk – Cast Away (Plastic Plates Remix)
“…fantastic remix that stays true to the catchy vocals of the original while adding a healthy amount of Tropical vibes and funktastic bassline.” – Gotta Dance Dirty
“A synth-happy track gets The Goonies treatement. Prepare for three-minute music video magic.” – NYLON
Listen/download: Strange Talk – Cast Away (Plastic Plates Remix)
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Download: Hank & Cupcakes
Flush with simmering sexuality and irresistible dance pulse, Brooklyn-based Hank & Cupcakes are the coalescence of rock without guitars and pop without synthesizers. Hailing from Tel Aviv, the duo consist of powerhouse vocalist/drummer Cupcakes and bassist/pedal board magician Hank. Named in reference to Charles “Hank” Bukowski and one of his real-life lovers “Cupcakes,” they have been honing their explosive live performances in front of US audiences since they arrived in 2008. Fully realized now, the show is a raucous bash, where the mesmerizing Cupcakes stands to bang her drum kit only breaking the beat to catalyze a dance party with the crowd.
Hank & Cupcakes recorded their debut album with Swedish producer Ludwig Boss at the legendary Hansa Studios in Berlin where landmark records from U2, David Bowie, Iggy Pop, Depeche Mode, Nick Cave, R.E.M. & many more were made. First single “Sweet Potion,” which premiered today with MTV Hive, is the perfect balance of Hank’s cool progression on the bass and Cupcakes’ lyrical hooks and percussive assault. They are offering it as a free MP3 in advance of a brand new EP release October 22nd on BMG Rights Management.
Don’t miss the duo when they take their magnetic live show on the road this month in anticipation of a 2013 album release that will further showcase their postmodern brand of disco pop.
Download: Hank & Cupcakes – “Sweet Potion”
10/18: Philadelphia, PA @ Milkboy
10/19: Pittston, PA @ The Rattler
10/20: NYC Wreckroom CMJ showcase @ Fontana’s
10/23: Columbia, SC @ New Brookland Tavern
10/24: Charleston, SC @ The Sparrow
10/25: Jacksonville, FL @ Jack Rabbits Live
10/26: Miami, FL @ The Stage
10/27: Tampa, FL @ Czar
10/28: Sarasota, FL @ Shamrock
10/31: Saratoga Springs, NY @ Putnam Den
11/1: Buffalo, NY @ Duke’s Bohemian Grove Bar
11/2: Rochester, NY @ Bugjar
11/3: Harrisburg, PA @ HMAC
11/6: Cleveland, OH @ Mahall’s
11/7: Bloomington, IN @ Bluebird
11/8: Indianapolis, IN @ Melody Inn
11/9: Chicago, IL @ Schubas
12/8: New York, NY @ Mercury Lounge
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Interview: Heavy Glow
Listen/Download: Heavy Glow – “I Almost Prayed”
Who is Heavy Glow, and why are you guys the next big thing in rock?
Heavy Glow is a rock AND roll band. Plain and simple. We’re about being loud and soft. We’re about being heavy and loud but with a sensual swagger. It’s primitive swagger. We’re Heavy and we’re glow…
I think there’s a great future for us because we’re real. We put out music that moves us first. If it doesn’t move us then we assume it won’t move anyone else. Every song means something to us. There’s no gimmicks really. It’s a group of guys playing raw, honest music with substance. Hopefully it’s fun for everyone along the way.
Heavy Glow is a rock AND roll band. Plain and simple. We’re about being loud and soft. We’re about being heavy and loud but with a sensual swagger. It’s primitive swagger. We’re Heavy and we’re glow…
I think there’s a great future for us because we’re real. We put out music that moves us first. If it doesn’t move us then we assume it won’t move anyone else. Every song means something to us. There’s no gimmicks really. It’s a group of guys playing raw, honest music with substance. Hopefully it’s fun for everyone along the way.
What made you decide to play 70’s style rock and roll?
I don’t think there was ever a conscious decision to play any particular style of music. We play what moves us. Rock moves us and the best rock tends to come from artists with a 60s and 70s flair. To me it’s about using the language of rock music and making your own sound…which is what we’re looking to do.
Any albums/projects on the horizon?
Absolutely! We’ll be releasing our follow-up album early next year. No title as of yet. We spent the summer working with Michael Patterson and Nic Jodoin couped up in an L.A. studio. Michael is pretty well-known and has worked with Beck on “Midnite Vultures,” Black Rebel Motorcycle Club, Trent Reznor etc. Nic is a recording genius. He’s currently working on the new Black Rebel Motorcycle Club album. Super excited. 10 new songs. They have an air of very confident energy…It was a very emotive and physically demanding album to record.
Absolutely! We’ll be releasing our follow-up album early next year. No title as of yet. We spent the summer working with Michael Patterson and Nic Jodoin couped up in an L.A. studio. Michael is pretty well-known and has worked with Beck on “Midnite Vultures,” Black Rebel Motorcycle Club, Trent Reznor etc. Nic is a recording genius. He’s currently working on the new Black Rebel Motorcycle Club album. Super excited. 10 new songs. They have an air of very confident energy…It was a very emotive and physically demanding album to record.
Any tours/shows we should be on the lookout for?
Yes we’ll be doing a West Coast Tour from L.A. to Seattle and back in January. We’ll be hitting up as many cities along the way as possible. Putting out a single on vinyl…probably 10″ so we’ll be promoting that on the tour. It’s really a “buy it at the show only” kinda thing.
Yes we’ll be doing a West Coast Tour from L.A. to Seattle and back in January. We’ll be hitting up as many cities along the way as possible. Putting out a single on vinyl…probably 10″ so we’ll be promoting that on the tour. It’s really a “buy it at the show only” kinda thing.
Got any shout outs? Where can we find you?
Hi Mom. Just joking…Come say hi on our facebook. facebook.com/heavyglowband
Fun to chat with fans all over the world on that there Internet.
If we’re not there we’re probably watching B movies and thinking of Jameson…sometimes at the same time:)
Hi Mom. Just joking…Come say hi on our facebook. facebook.com/heavyglowband
Fun to chat with fans all over the world on that there Internet.
If we’re not there we’re probably watching B movies and thinking of Jameson…sometimes at the same time:)
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Download: Dragonette – “Live In This City” (Database Remix)
An anthemic album of edgy electronic dance rock music that the group is notorious for, Canadian electro-pop trio Dragonette have released their third studio album, Bodyparts. The new album has received praise from USA Today, W Magazine, Good Morning America, Perez Hilton, Lucky, NYLON, PAPER, Marie Claire, Vulture, SPIN, Rolling Stone among many others. The drag-o-licious video for single “Live In This City” dropped last week & RCRD LBL has premiered the “Live In This City” (Database Remix) MP3.
Download: Dragonette – “Live In This City” (Database Remix)
Dragonette On Tour w/ The Knocks
9/25: Los Angeles, CA @ El Rey Theatre * BUY TICKETS
9/26: San Francisco, CA @ Mezzanine * BUY TICKETS
9/27: Portland, OR @ Doug Fir * BUY TICKETS
9/28: Seattle, WA @ Decibal Festival / Showbox Market* BUY TICKETS
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