Small Estuaries

R3vi3w Tim3s 2: Woodsman - Indoor Days / King Kong Ding Dong - Youth Culture Index

2009-11-02T13:40:00.000-08:00

In light of recent events, we are doing 2 semi-late R3vi3ws today! Read em, after the jump.

Balmy, Shimmering, Elegant

Woodsman - Western Slope

Woodsman - No Drone

Get It (Free)

Dreamy, Abstract, Inspiring

King Kong Ding Dong - Jample

King Kong Ding Dong - Distant Drums

Get It (Free)

New: Tan Dollar - Tan Dollar

2009-11-02T13:21:00.000-08:00

Our buddy's 'Tan Dollar' have released a new mp3 and guess what? It's pretty fantastic. "Tan Dollar," the self titled mp3, has a amazing piano part that is backed up by some crazy percussion and an incredible bass line. It feels somewhat different than their other stuff but in a good way. Snag the S/T track and check the dates, after the jump.

Tan Dollar - Tan Dollar

Dates:
Nov 9 2009 8:00P
TRIBAL CAFE w/ Twin Lion, Aristides, No Paws(No Lions) LOS ANGELES, California
Dec 9 2009 8:00P
PORTS O CALL BEDROOM w/ Baby Birds Don’t Drink Milk, Kevin Greenspon, Nicole Kidman WEST COVINA, California
Jan 4 2010 8:00P
ACROBATICS EVERYDAY @ UCI w/ Woodsman, Young Prisms, Dash Jacket IRVINE, California
Jan 5 2010 8:00P
TBA TOUR w/ Italic Indian LOS ANGELES/LONG BEACH, California
Jan 6 2010 8:00P
CHE CAFE w/ Italic Indian, Dizzy Jaguars, The Endless Bummer LA JOLLA, California
Jan 7 2010 8:00P
TBA TOUR w/ Italic Indian PHOENIX, Arizona
Jan 8 2010 8:00P
BIKE SAVIOURS w/ Italic Indian TEMPE, Arizona
Jan 9 2010 8:00P
ECHO CURIO w/ Italic Indian LOS ANGELES, California
Jan 12 2010 8:00P
BIKO GARAGE w/ Woodsman ISLA VISTA, California
Jan 13 2010 8:00P
TBA TOUR SAN FRANCISCO/OAKLAND, California
Jan 14 2010 8:00P
TBA TOUR OAKLAND/SAN FRANCISCO, California
Jan 15 2010 8:00P
2007 BROAD ST. w/ G.Green, Secret Tones SAN LUIS OBISPO, California
Jan 25 2010 8:00P
TRIBAL CAFE w/ Simo Soo LOS ANGELES, California

Look for "Your Body Is A Temple" out on Lifes Blood, sooooon.

De Rol Le'

2009-11-02T12:52:00.001-08:00

It's fall, so what? Thanksgiving and Christmas are just around the corner(Ugh), whatever. Doesn't mean we can't wish this "Sno-Fi" would just go away and stay away. Need some tropical vibes asap? Look no further, 'De Rol Le'' has got you covered. On some aspects you could say 'De' is yet another great chill-wave act but you would be oh so wrong. This guy is the best of the best. He doesn't just make amazing islands jams, he's got some incredible ambient tracks as well. "Beach Cassette Jam," my favorite song, is a perfect example of 'De's' talents. It's sunny looped vocals and warm guitar part beckon, if not summer then the tropics. Check out "Beach Cassette Jam," "Summerflocking," and "November," after the jump.

De Rol Le' - Beach Cassette Jam

De Rol Le' - Summerflocking

De Rol Le' - November

Our Bad

2009-11-02T09:36:00.000-08:00

Hey guyz, I just want to start by saying sorry. I'm really bad at this updating thing. Just in case you haven't been following us on twitter, my explanation for the lack of posts these past weeks is as follows. On OCT 22nd I was hit with some very bad news. My brother had fallen very ill with what seemed to be swine flu, so I decided to take him into the hospital. After waiting six hours in the emergency room we found out that he did indeed have H1N1. They gave him a shot of something and within the hour he was feeling a little better. Later I took him home and he immediately fell asleep. After calling my family I also fell asleep. The next morning I woke up with a knock on my door. I asked "WHAT!?" and received no answer, wanting to know who woke me up, I slammed open the door. It was my brother, well sort of. He was now half human, half bear. He groaned a awful growl and threw my across my room. Luckily, I was smoking salmon from a day or two before hand and began pelting him with the remainder of what I had not eaten. I smashed my bedroom window and jumped out. I landed on the grass below with my bear brother following in pursuit. As I hopped over the fence, I saw my neighbor waving me inside. So, instinctively I ran to the door. Only to find that she was also a "bearman." She swiped at me and took my arm clean off. After falling on the ground, in shock, because I just had my arm torn off, I decided to run for the hills, while both my brother and neighbor were fighting over my freshly severed arm. I ran for what seemed like 3 nights and came to a old abandoned mansion. The door creaked as I opened it to see if it was safe. A bag was suddenly thrown over my head and I was taken to a holding cell. After hours in the cell I was escorted into a room to meet a women named Sheila. Sheila was a homely women with bags under her eyes and a face only a mother could love. After a few whispers to her compatriots they knelt me in front of her. She then exclaimed "Have you come in contact with them?" Not knowing what was going on, I said the first thing that popped into my head, "Who the hell are you." She began to tell me a story, it seemed that I had been sleeping for a week due to the exhaustion of waiting six hours in the emergency room and that mankind as we know it had been turned into half man, half bear beasts. She said it was all caused by the swine flu vaccine. Apparently it had been replaced with a highly unstable neuro-toxin that led to humans turning into bears. She said "We are whats left. We are the resistance." I have now spent a couple days with the resistance and this all seems routine to me. We fight, some of us die, and some of us don't. It's all some kind of hellish nightmare, whats left of human kind has either been eaten by bears or is fighting in the resistance. I don't know were to go from here. I guess I'll just have to keep blogging about great music, in hopes of taking away some of the pain that fills all of our hearts. Our days are numbered my friends but more great music is on the way. Brian out.

Chrome Wings

2009-10-23T12:31:00.000-07:00

Hey guyz, we back! Midterms were rough but we got through em' aight. Anyway I've got some great stuff for y'all today. 'Chrome Wings' is an amazing ambient pop outfit from Portland, Oregon. Other than putting out some great jams, these guys are the nicest of people. The process of getting the mp3's to our ears was annoying, to say the least. After about six or seven failed Sendspace attempts and one failed Mediafire account, I finally got the songs. Through the whole agonizing process, Jon (1/2 of 'CW') couldn't have been nicer or tried harder to send me the jams, because he's the best. So, much love and all that. Anyway back to the music. "New Legs," a what seems to be a tribute to old Gameboy sound effects is just incredible. Subtle tones and a hint of melody trickle through the song and create something both beautiful and haunting, picture a Double Dragons cut but remixed into something ten times better. It also doesn't hurt that there are some great vocals too. Snag "New Legs," "Boppin Gophers," and peep the dates, after the jump.

Chrome Wings - New Legs

Chrome Wings - Boppin Gophers

Dates:
Nov 8 2009 8:00P
W/ BIRD COSTUMES @ ROTTURE Portland, Oregon
Nov 21 2009 8:00P
ARTISTERY W/ PROTECT ME {L.A} annd MAGIC JOHNSON! Portland, Oregon
Nov 24 2009 8:00P
W/ WET HAIR,ETERNAL TAPESTRY AND PETE SWANSON @ ABYSALL BEHEMOTH PORTLAND, Oregon
Dec 2 2009 8:00P
HOLOCENE W/ MATTRESS AND ASSS PORTLAND, Oregon

Look for 'CW's' self titled debut out this winter!

New: Cat Killer - And Your Heart Beats

2009-10-19T22:07:00.000-07:00

Our good buddy and SE fav, 'Cat Killer' has a new tape coming out this Friday and has released a new song in light of it. "And Your Heart Beats" is a stellar fall jam, that is just in time to soundtrack, pumpkin pie eatin' and maple leaf crushin'. Snag "And Your Heart Beats," after the jump.

Cat Killer - And Your Heart Beats

The "It's Saying Your Name" cassette is out this Friday on the tragically hip, Leftist Nautical Antiques. Pre-order that shit!

R3vi3w: Eachothers - Elopement

2009-10-17T16:39:00.000-07:00

Ethereal. Haunting. Gorgeous.

Eachothers - Pencil Pals

Eachothers - Water Balloon

Get It (Free).

Byrds Of Paradise

2009-10-17T12:38:00.000-07:00

'Byrds Of Paradise' was first introduced to us by the coolest of dudes, over at ye ol' Friendship Bracelet. 'Byrds' has been blowing up all over our buddy's sites, and rightfully so, these guy's put out the jams. Brilliant guitar work and gleaming vocals are 'Byrds' main attributes. "Paradise DC," lo-fi pop wise, is one of the best pop anthems, I've heard all year. The guitar part in this song is so amazing. I find that music becomes increasingly genuine the simpler it gets, you honestly don't need much to create great tunes. This group exemplifies originality, what this outfit can do with a couple guitars, a bass, and some drums, is in a word, exceptional. Snag "Paradise, DC," "Kids In The Hall" and peep the dates, after the jump.

Byrds Of Paradise - Paradise, DC

Byrds Of Paradise - Kids In The Hall

Dates:
Nov 13 2009 8:00P
SILENT BARN Ridgewood, New York
Nov 19 2009 8:00P
PUBLIC ASSEMBLY Brooklyn, New York

"Hearts Of Palm" is out now and can be found on FB!

Air Waves

2009-10-15T16:44:00.000-07:00

If you're in Seattle right now you know that it's pouring, luckily I've got the perfect cure for the rainy day blues. 'Air Waves' were kind enough to hook it up with a couple new tracks. 'Air Waves' has been on our radar for a while now, with songs like "Shine On" and "Knockout" blowing up on the headquarters of our blogging buddy's, it's been hard to avoid the amazing surf folk. With the low amount of vitamin d around here during the winter, it's nice to have a band that can cheer you up, once and a while. "Lightning," a gorgeous love song that rivals any 'Magnetic Fields' jam, echos with a gauzy acoustic strum and a lush electric pick. Grab "Lightning," "Kingdom," "Shine On," and peep the dates, after the jump.

Air Waves - Lightning

Air Waves - Kingdom

Air Waves - Shine On

Dates:
Oct 16 2009 8:00P
Market Hotel w/ Beach Fossils, PC Worship Brooklyn, New York
Oct 22 2009 8:00P
107 Suffolk St w/ Lemonade, Surfer Blood, Surf City,Violens New York, New York
Oct 23 2009 7:00P
Bruar Falls W/ Beach Fossils, Smith Westerns, Knight School, ++ Brooklyn, New York
Oct 24 2009 12:00P
Under Water Peoples Showcase CMJ @ Cameo Gallery Brooklyn, New York
Oct 25 2009 8:00P
1928 CMJ Showcase @ Union Pool Brooklyn, New York
Nov 5 2009 8:00P
Woodser W/ Grass Widow, Frankie & The Outs Brooklyn, New York

'Air Waves' self titled is out now and self released.

Tom Croose

2009-10-15T15:59:00.000-07:00

'Beirut,' you can't really get any better than that sweet Balkan chill. That is until you get someone like 'Tom Croose' to remix it. 'Tom Croose,' is a chill-wave artist from, where else but Brooklyn. This guy prduces some amazing remixes. Take 'Beirut's,' "Venice," for instance, originally this song was great but 'Croose' takes it over the edge. Tropical drums and the keyboards are shuffled to create easily my favorite 'Beirut" remix. Snag a copy of "Venice (Tom Croose City of Water Edit)" after the jump.

Beirut - Venice (Tom Croose City of Water Edit)

No mention of a proper release but as always we'll keep you posted!

Haunted Houses

2009-10-14T20:25:00.000-07:00

Will lo-fi ever get old? Probably not as long as we have bands like 'Haunted Houses' around to keep us goons in line. Dude makes the jams. If I could soundtrack my life, I'd probably ask 'HH' to do it. Although the project is pretty bedroom rock, it's not the ears-bleed-core stuff we're used to hearing these days. It's far more delicate, extremely well put together dreamy jams. The song crafting is some of the best I've heard in a long time. While some of the songs are instrumentals, the vocals are simply put, prodigious. "Day After Hospital Part III" showcases these two attributes the best. Rainy guitar and heartsick vocals, make the song almost a perfect soundtrack to life's low points. Snag "Day After Hospital Part III" and four bonus Mp3's, after the jump.

Haunted Houses - Day After Hospital Part III

Haunted Houses - Ghost Friends

Haunted Houses - Thanks Anyway

Haunted Houses - This Is Bigger Than You And I

Haunted Houses - We Are Jackson Whites

No mention of a proper release but he does have a free EP at his Myspace!

Obsidian Pond

2009-10-14T12:19:00.000-07:00

Tropical repetition has become sort of a standby for people these days. From 'Dog Bite' to 'Panda Bear' the "blogosphere(sorry)" seems to just eat this stuff up. Which makes it all the more difficult to find something fresh in the genre. With that being said, 'Obsidian Pond,' a glo-fi outfit out of the UK, creates some mad temperate melody's. Luckily I was able to get my hands on three outstanding tracks, the first being "Sundog Sinners." Let me just start by saying this is the jam, sunny guitar strums, and Spanish percussion course throughout the song making it a candidate for our year end lists. Snag "Sundog Sinners," two bonus tracks, and peep a brand new video for "Sundog Sinners," after the jump.

Obsidian Pond - Sundog Sinners

Obsidian Pond - Swamp

Obsidian Pond - Freedom Falling

No mention on a proper release but we'll keep you posted.

The Young Friends

2009-10-13T19:45:00.000-07:00

It doesn't get much better, daydream wise, than 'The Young Friends,' their catchy pop tunes kept playing over and over, while in class today. You just can't deny the catchyness(?) of this band. The incredible "North End / South End EP," that's free I might add, is quickly becoming on of my favorite EP's of this year. On "Make Out Point," jangly guitar hooks mash with the moan of simple yet perfect lyrics, "New girl came from out of town, know this time I'll come around. Lonely boy you've done it now, go ahead and ask her out." Snag "Make Out Point," "North End," and check the dates, after the jump.

The Young Friends - Make Out Point

The Young Friends - North End

Dates:
Oct 9 2009 7:00P
MODIFIED ARTS w/ The Intelligence Phoenix, Arizona
Oct 12 2009 7:00P
TRUNK SPACE w/ City Center Phoenix, Arizona

"North End / South End" is out now on Holiday Records, for free!

The Choir Quit

2009-10-12T19:35:00.000-07:00

I can not stop listening to this new jam I just got from 'The Choir Quit,' it is honestly the perfect soundtrack for the weekend. 'The Choir Quit,' is a new lo-fi band from South Carolina. The tunes are mostly guitar based anthems with hints of summer. Sunny vocals and fuzzy instrumentals make 'TCQ' a great addition to this years rising trend, of lo-fi acts. "Saturday Night," the bands most catchiest of tunes, is a blissed out gem thats just dying to be danced to. Snag "Saturday Night," "Mbur///" and peep the dates, after the jump.

The Choir Quit - Saturday Night

The Choir Quit - Mbur///

Dates:
Oct 23 2009 8:00P
nbt COLUMBIA
Nov 21 2009 7:30P
Elbow Room Columbia, South Carolina

No mention of a proper release yet but we'll keep you updated!

Meth Dad

2009-10-12T19:05:00.000-07:00

'Meth Dad' isn't your usual run of the mill freak folk no this is something different, something much more ethereal. I'm not sure this can even be put in the genre. 'MD' is a Tennessee outfit based more in freak than folk, that utilizes odd and alluring sounds to create some pretty chill jams. "Tars," my personal favorite song on the awesome "All Beached Out EP," is just straight incredible. It starts out as any other lo-fi song would but takes a turn for the awesome, around twenty two seconds or so. Snag a copy of "Tars," "Wonderful Waters," "Why We Wait," and peep the dates, after the jump!

Meth Dad - Tars

Meth Dad - Wonderful Waters

Meth Dad - Why We Wait

Dates:
Oct 9 2009 8:00P
Wallstreet Murfreesboro, Tennessee

"All Beached Out" is out now and self released.

RFF On Weekly Tape Deck!

2009-10-12T14:20:00.001-07:00

The ever awesome Weekly Tape Deck guys put our mix up on their site. Thanks guys! Read the post here.

Ocean Bump!

2009-10-12T14:00:00.000-07:00

Ambient music has become a recent staple for me these days, between 'Pink Priest' and 'Cough Cool' I've been pretty satisfied. That is until I heard 'Ocean Bump!' This project is on the same level as the aforementioned 'PP/CC,' sunny, balmy, just a all around great listen. Take "Weathered Film" for instance, every time I play this song I feel like I could break it, the melody's are so delicate that the smallest noise could ruin the whole jam for you. Grab a copy of both "Weathered Film" and "Buried," after the jump.

Ocean Bump! - Weathered Film

Ocean Bump! - Buried

"Yet It Failed To Have Any Hold On Me," is out now on the amazing Act So Big Forest.

Technoir MA

2009-10-12T12:58:00.000-07:00

Well it should come as no surprise to you guys that we love some good pop music round here and today we've got something super special for yall. 'Technoir MA,' a Massachusetts based outfit produces some of the most epic guitar pop that I've heard since 'Pains.' Seriously, how these guys haven't just blown up is a complete mystery. The vocals sound like Jan Scott Wilkinson and Bernard Sumner had a love child. "Roundabout," the bands first song off their amazing three jam EP, is a straight up revival of Joy Division, New Order era pop punk. The guitar parts are indescribable. Snag "Roundabout," the rest of the EP, and peep the dates, after the jump!

Technoir MA - Roundabout

Tenchoir MA - Islands

Tenchoir MA - Lovers To Lepers

Dates:
Sep 4 2009 8:30P
PA’s Lounge - COLIN’S BIRTHDAY EXTRAVAGANZA Somerville, Massachusetts
Sep 5 2009 8:45P
The Elevens w/ Bunny’s A Swine Northampton, Massachusetts
Sep 8 2009 8:45P
Arlene’s Grocery NYC NYC, New York
Sep 12 2009 8:00P
Ralph’s Worcester, Massachusetts
Nov 13 2009 8:00P
Trash Bar Brooklyn, New York

New EP and LP are on the way soon, we'll keep you posted.

Ghost Wave

2009-10-11T18:52:00.000-07:00

A while back I took a trip to Mexico and the whole time I was there I was wishing I could have some good tropical music to go along with it. Luckily I snagged some 'El Guincho' and 'Coconot'. But still there needed to be more, I could only listen to "Alegranza" so many times. If only I had discovered "Ghost Wave" before hand. This is the pinnacle of the tropical, lo-fi movement. Yes, sipping cerveza and listening to 'GW,' by the bright, blue pacific would have been ideal. Who am I to complain though, It was Mexico. "One By One," my personal favorite song off of 'GW's' three song sampler, is a gorgeous, well put together piece. Damp vocals, Latin inspired guitar, and a simple snare are crafted into one of this years best tropical jams. Snag a copy of both "One By One" and "Sooli," after the jump.

Ghost Wave - One By One

Ghost Wave - Sooli

'GW' is recording as of right now, so stay tuned for a proper release.

New: Grizzly Bear - Slow Life (Feat. Victoria Legrand)

2009-10-11T13:12:00.000-07:00

Ruh roh, looks like the "New Moon" soundtrack leaked! We'll 'Grizzly Bear' put together a pretty great song with Victoria Legrand from "Two Weeks" and 'Beach House' fame. Check it out, after the jump!

Check out more over at Stereogum.

Feature: Run From Fall Mix Tape

2009-10-10T16:31:00.001-07:00

There comes a time in every music lovers life when creating a mix tape seems more of an necessity, other than something to do over a long weekend. Growing up in suburbia, making mix tapes to fight off boredom, those were the days.

Before I started this blog I used to make weekly mixes for my buddy's, who are mostly all away from home now, because of school. It was a way to keep in touch and stay connected through music, it was nice, just kind of sharing stuff between one another. Then it was time to share some of that music with the rest of the world, so Ty and I decided to take hold of some real estate on the blog market. Creating what you now see in front of you "Small Estuaries."

So far it's been great, mostly all positive comments and we've made some of the coolest new friends FB, WTD, GOTC, CB, FD, Bn'B, and Bathetic, just to name a few. Yep, life isn't to bad. So, in light of us being so well received and welcomed into our little corner of blog heaven, we've decided to compile some of our favorite modern songs and post them on a mix for you guys. Thanks for all the support, and we hope you guys dig it! Track list and DL link, after the jump.

Run From Fall:
The Sun - Naomi Punk
Djinni - Dizzy Jaguars
I Saw Eternity The Other Night - Lee Weather
Meditations - The Light Rays
Police Rasta - Dem Hunger
Wave Slaves - Summer Blondes
Coast To Coast - Dirty Beaches
San Pedro - Dash Jacket
Breathless - Boneless
Miles De Ojos - Coconot
Word To Remember - Cat Killer
813 Food - Kid Trails
Glistening Smiles - Fergus & Geronimo
Satellite Song - Desolation Wilderness
Starry Fighter Kite - Candy Claws
Honey - ALTAR EAGLE
Feel It All Around (Toro Y Moi Remix) - Washed Out
Why Do You Make Me Move - Babes
Sun Rising - Generifus
Second Base - Wild Safari

Happy Listening!

R3vi3w: Desolation Wilderness - New Universe

2009-10-09T20:19:00.000-07:00

Sleepy. Warm. Groundbreaking.

Desolation Wilderness - Venice Beach

Desolation Wilderness - Boardwalk Theme

Buy It!

Kid Trails

2009-10-08T20:17:00.000-07:00

I relate listening to this next outfit with drinking a good cup of coffee in the morning. It wakes you up and makes you realize how great life actually is. Simply put, it's refreshing. "813 Food," the amazing new single by South Carolina's 'Kid Trails', is by far one of the most creative lo-fi songs of this year. Using what sounds like sticks and a bench for percussion 'KT' produces a pretty heartbreaking jam. Check out "813 Food" and (the recorded earlier today) "All Yr Throat," after the jump.

Kid Trails - 813 Food

Kid Trails - All Yr Throat

No mention on a proper release but we'll always keep you updated.

Boneless

2009-10-08T14:26:00.000-07:00

At the risk of getting in trouble, I'm going to say, there are only about twenty projects in the world that can use samplers properly. Nevada's, 'Boneless' are in the top five. Thanks to our buddy's over at Get Off The Coast, 'Boneless' was brought to our attention earlier this week. For the past few days, I have been going to school, casually listening to the three tracks that were posted on GOTC, trying to think of the words to describe this outfit. It's best described as some of the best use of sampling I've heard all year. Take for instance "Breathless," this track is incredible, it's hard to imagine that ohhs and ahhs, with a couple of guitar chords could ever come close to sounding this good. Snag "Breathless" and two bonus tracks, after the jump.

Boneless - Breathless

Boneless - Better

Boneless - Water

No mention of a proper release but we'll keep you posted.

New Radiohead Album Next Year?

2009-10-07T21:11:00.000-07:00

What the hell is going on today? Between this and the unconfirmed AnCo album, I'm going to have a fucking heart attack.

Summer Blondes

2009-10-07T20:34:00.000-07:00

Oh teenage angst, is there anything quite like it, no I think not. Yes, high schools forever, your parents don't "get" you, these are the best times of your life, etc. Let's face it, even John Hughes would be envious of your high school career. OK, maybe not, but this next outfit is the perfect soundtrack to remind you of the best or in some cases worst, times of your life. 'Summer Blondes,' produce some the best somber lo-fi that we've heard in a while. Somehow they've successfully woven surf rock with good old fashion blues. "Trash'n USA" is the perfect example of this bands talents. The vocals though woeful, properly accompany the instrumentals, with just the right amount of howling. It brings you back to a time where pep rally's and football games were your only plans for a frigid Friday night. Grab "Trash'n USA," "Hangin' Ten With Mr. Cooper," and "Underager Rager!," all after the jump.

Summer Blondes - Trash'n USA

Summer Blondes - Hangin Ten With Mr. Cooper

Summer Blondes - Underager Rager!

No mention on a proper release but, as always, we'll keep you posted.

New AnCo In December?

2009-10-07T14:35:00.001-07:00

WHAT THE?!

Matthewdavid

2009-10-07T13:41:00.000-07:00

Listing to 'Matthewdavid' is like looking at a Matthew Furie illustration. You get the basic idea but there's so much more beneath the surface. 'MD' is an excellent lo-fi, geek hop act from LA. Unlike many of 'MD's' peers, he manages to incorporate soothing mixes of ho's and hum's to make some of the most blissed out songs to date. "First_Day_Rmxd," originally a Dntel track, is a mash of all things that make 'MD' great. Booms, clicks, whistles all culminate to create one exquisite piece of work. Snag your copy of "First_Day_Rmxd," a bonus Mp3, and peep the dates, after the jump.

Matthewdavid - First_Day_Rmxd

Matthewdavid - Untitled

Dates:
Dec 10 2010 12:00A
EVERYDAY DUBLAB.COM EVERYWHERE
Dec 31 2010 8:00P
EVERY FRIDAY AT HYPERION TAVERN Los Angeles, California

Handmade LP's are out now on the awesome Leaving Recs.

Babes

2009-10-07T12:22:00.000-07:00

What can I say about Kentucky's, 'Babes,' other than this project, is lo-fi perfection. Nothing is overdone, it has just the right amount of everything. Honest vocals, flawless guitar hooks, simple yet progressive drum parts all make this project a favorite of SE. So many bands are trying to hop onto the bandwagon of this lo-fi boom but 'Babes,' makes it feel, oh so right, by simplifying instead of complicating. Take for instance, "Why Do You Make Me Move," one guitar, one drum kit, two dudes, it's fresh, that's the best way to describe it. You can't get anymore rock and roll than that. Snag a copy of "Why Do You Make Me Move," after the jump.

Babes - Why Do You Make Me Move

No mention on a proper release but we'll keep you updated.

Dizzy Jaguars

2009-10-06T23:02:00.000-07:00

So, lo-fi is blowing up right now, whats the appeal of it though? For me, I think it's how endearing bedroom pop/rock is. I mean it's just a couple of guys/ladies jamming out in their garage, bedroom, or basement. That's what it's all about, doing it for the love of the game, I mean music, yeah music. Anyway this next band cranks out some pretty amazing stuff. "Dizzy Jaguars" is a unbelievable lo-fi duo from San Diego. Lovable lyrics and smooth pop riffs make this band a massive stand out in the dizzying mess of lo-fi acts these days. Dudes, tear it down. "You Always Break My Heart," is a outstanding production that harness's the bands main attributes, whimpering guitar and smokey vocals. Check out "You Always Break My Heart," "Blood Surfer," and the 'Washed Out-esque' "Waitin, On A Summer Day," all after the jump.

Dizzy Jaguars - You Always Break My Heart

Dizzy Jaguars - Blood Surfer

Dizzy Jaguars - Waitin, On A Summer Day

"Spinning," is out now and free at 'DJ's' Myspace!

P4K Gets Broken Down

2009-10-06T20:09:00.000-07:00

The guys at NPR's all sounds consider break down P4K's Y2K lists. Check it.

Guy Dallas

2009-10-03T12:32:00.000-07:00

Good dance music isn't scarce these days, most of it being produced by the likes of 'Cut Copy' and 'Girl Talk,' it makes it that much harder for amazing new artists like 'Guy Dallas' to find a footing in the industry. Luckily, 'GD' puts out some amazing jams, it's best described as dance music for the lo-fi generation. On "Slangin," 'GD's' sickest single, bleeps and bloops pulse as bass is laid down for a robotic, slam dance, jam. Snag "Slangin" and peep the dates, after the jump.

Guy Dallas - "Slangin"

Dates:
Oct 9 2009 8:00P
Dr.Disc Stage w/ Koushik Hamilton, Ontario

'Guy Dallas' S/T is out now and self released.

R3vi3w: Naomi Punk - Naomi Punk

2009-10-02T14:15:00.000-07:00

Today we're starting a new feature. Every Friday we'll find a album released that week and review it in three words. It's short, to the point, and you can score some Mp3's! Feel free to post your own three word reviews for the Mp3's attached to the posts in the comment sections. Check out the first "R3vi3w," after the jump.

Jangley. Local. Brilliant.

Naomi Punk - The Sun

Naomi Punk - N/A

Buy It.

Dirty Beaches

2009-10-02T12:49:00.000-07:00

'Dirty Beaches' is a lo-fi, psych project from Montreal. Its hard to explain the sound, it basically sounds like a soundtrack to a old 60's beach movie. It's balmy, jangly, surf psych. "Coast To Coast" from 'DB's' upcoming tape, is a chill, laid back, song with shimmering instrumentals and Roy Orbison-esque vocals. Check out "Coast To Coast," "Shangri La" and the dates, after the jump.

Dirty Beaches - Coast To Coast

Dirty Beaches - Shangri La

Dates:
Oct 2 2009 12:00P
Friendship Cove PLC POP Matinee Montreal, Quebec

The "Night People Cassette" is out now on Night People.

New: Phoenix - Love Like A Sunset (AnCo/Deakin Remix)

2009-10-01T16:09:00.000-07:00

Uh , OK? We'll take it? Grab it, after the jump.

Phoenix - Love Like A Sunset (AnCo/Deakin Remix)

"Wolfgang Amadeus Phoenix" is out now, blah, blah, blah.

Eternal Summers

2009-09-30T19:14:00.000-07:00

The other day is was going through ye ol' email and was pleasantly surprised when I discovered 'RR's' buddy's 'Eternal Summers' had sent me a promo for their aw-inspiring self titled EP. The sound is best described as a refreshing take on the summery, dream pop that we've all been used to lately. "Fall Straight Back," my favorite song off their new EP, is a balmy, blissed out masterpiece which perfectly showcase Nichols amazing vocals and Daniel's chill drum style. Snag copy's of both "Fall Straight Back," "Lightswitch," and peep the dates, after the jump.

Eternal Summers - Fall Straight Back

Eternal Summers - Lightswitch

Dates:
Oct 1 2009 8:00P
Roanoke @ The Bazaar w/ The Bastards of Fate and TBA Roanoke, Virginia
Oct 2 2009 8:00P
PHILADELPHIA @ THE MARVELOUS Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Oct 17 2009 8:00P
BLACKSBURG w/The Alphabet and Facepaint Blacksburg, Virginia
Oct 21 2009 7:00P
ohmyrockness cmj showcase New York, New York
Oct 22 2009 8:00P
anywhere in NYC...please help! New York, New York
Oct 23 2009 8:00P
underwaterpeopl/twosyllable/chocbobka cmj showcase New York, New York
Oct 24 2009 12:00P
ChocolateBobka/UnderwaterPeoples Afternoon Delight Brooklyn, New York
Nov 5 2009 8:00P
BLUE NILE Harrisonburg, Virginia
Nov 12 2009 8:30P
Crashin’In @Cameo Gallery W/ ReadingRainbow,ReligiousKnives, Bosco Delrey Brooklyn, New York

'Eternal Summers' self titled EP self released and is out now!

Naomi Punk

2009-09-30T12:44:00.000-07:00

Let me just start by saying this is honestly one of the best Lo-Fi acts I have ever heard. It is a honor to live in the same state as this guy. I was lucky enough to get a promo for 'Naomi Punk's' self titled debut. Words really cannot express how I feel about this project. It can only be described as jangly, lo-fi, pop, bliss. "N/A," or the song better known as "the one with the little Rwandan kids on it," is a complete joy to listen to, I don't think I've ever really listened to a two minute song over ten times but I can not stop viben to this. "The Sun," one of my favorite songs of 2009 (And will be on my year end list!), is an incredibly well crafted song that uses just the right amount of instrumentals and contains pitch perfect vocals. Grab both, after the jump!

Naomi Punk - The Sun

Naomi Punk - N/A

'Naomi Punk's' self titled is out now and is self released! Buy it at Leftist Nautical Antiques brand new website!

New: Pure Ecstasy

2009-09-29T19:07:00.000-07:00

'Pure Ecstasy' has a new jam out and it's over at our blog bros, Weekly Tape Deck, check it!

Silver Pines

2009-09-29T13:56:00.000-07:00

Just got some more ambient stuff for yall. It's from a awesome band from Texas named, 'Silver Pines.' Incredible guitar work and balmy vocals breathe a breath of fresh air into the now dwindling shoegaze genre. These guys puts out some bewitching tunes, my favorite being a song named "Glass Church." Just the right amount of instrumentals back the incredible vocals and create a ideal soundtrack for a mountain drive. Check out "Glass Church" and the dates, after the jump.

Silver Pines - Glass Church

Dates:
Oct 22 2009 8:00P
Club Deville with Indian Jewelry and Psychic Ills Austin, Texas
Nov 1 2009 9:00P
Hole in The Wall with Pure Ecstasy and Silent Diane Austin, Texas

The "Forces" LP is out now on Light Lodge!

Assassins 88

2009-09-29T13:30:00.000-07:00

I've got some more noise-ish, lo-fi for you guys today. It's from the amazing Aussie duo 'Assassins 88.' I just found out about these guys from a buddy the other day and managed to get my hands on their first release, "Go Go Second Chance Virgin." The whole album is great but there is one song that was just amazing. The song is called "Age of Consent," Listen I don't know what these guys used to record this but it's bloody terrific. Screaming guitar and a massive drum part set up the song, which is shortly followed by crazy distorted vocals. Snag "Age Of Consent," "Girls Girls Girls," "Bees And Birds," and peep the dates, all after the jump!

Assassins 88 - Age Of Consent

Assassins 88 - Girls Girls Girls

Assassins 88 - Bees And Birds

Dates:
Sep 25 2009 9:00P
House Show!! O’Connor
Sep 26 2009 1:00P
HONEY I SHRUNK THE KIDS - ALL AGES O’Connor
Oct 1 2009 8:00P
ELECTROFRINGE (TINA) THE CITY OF NEWCASTLE
Oct 7 2009 8:00P
CCAS Gorman House
Oct 18 2009 9:00P
EMPORIUM Phoenix Bar
Dec 3 2009 9:00P
GANGBUSTERS BAR 32

"Go Go Second Chance Virgin," is out now on Dream Damage.

Stream: Kurt Vile - Childish Prodigy

2009-09-29T13:24:00.000-07:00

Matador was kind enough to let the public have a preview of Kurt's new album. Ahh yeah. Check it out, after the jump!

"Childish Prodigy" is out October 6th on (of course) Matador.

Family Portrait

2009-09-28T20:34:00.000-07:00

Is it possible to be too cool? A question that has riddled my mind for the past few days, because lo-fi outfit 'Family Portrait' just might be. Let's check out the facts, Stellar vocals, amazing bass lines, solid percussion, and amazing guitar parts. The hooks that these guys produce are hands down some of the best, put on vinyl, period. Take "On The Floor," one of my favorite songs of this year, for example. It starts with some watered down vocals and is mixed with a blissed out guitar strum to culminate into one of the best tunes of this year. So is it possible to be to cool? Maybe, if it is, 'Family Portrait' has definitely achieved it. Grab "On The Floor," "Mega Secrets," and peep the dizzates, after the jump.

Family Portrait - On The Floor

Family Portrait - Mega Secrets

Dates:
Oct 20 2009 8:00P
CMJ- UP+ Chocolate Bobka presents Chillsesh@ Monkeytown Brooklyn
Oct 24 2009 12:00P
CMJ- Underwater Peoples afternoon Delight@ Cameo Gallery Brooklyn, New York
Nov 20 2009 8:00P
w/ Spider Bags and Average Girl Brooklyn, New York
Dec 3 2009 8:00P
Cameo Gallery w/ neon gloworms and ivory coasts Brooklyn, New York

Watch for the Andrew Cedermark and 'FP' split on Underwater Peoples, some time in the new future!

Reading Rainbow

2009-09-27T18:40:00.000-07:00

I love psychedelics and if you read this blog you most likely do as well. The problem with psychedelic bands are, that there's about one out of every two hundred that are actually good, but when your talking about 'Reading Rainbow,' their in a league of their own. The music that these two produce isn't just another peg in the psychedelic genre, no, this is a full, mind blowing, revival of classic 70's rock and roll. On "A Life To Find," drizzly guitar is shredded as drums are hammered to create a tasty jam that channels early 'Velvet Underground.'Grab "A Life To Find," "We Are Too Young," and check the dates, all after the jump!

Reading Rainbow - A Life To Find

Reading Rainbow - We Are Too Young

Dates:
Sep 29 2009 8:00P
First Unitarian Church w/ Wavves & Ganglians Philly, Pennsylvania
Oct 11 2009 8:00P
Danger Danger w/ Thee Oh Sees, Golden Triangle Philly, Pennsylvania
Oct 26 2009 8:00P
Bruar Falls w/ Frankie Rose & Special Guest Brooklyn, New York
Oct 30 2009 8:00P
Le Poisson Rouge NYU Halloween show Greenwich, New York
Oct 31 2009 8:00P
941 Theatre w/ These Are Powers Philly, Pennsylvania
Nov 12 2009 8:00P
Cameo Gallery w/ Eternal Summers, Bosco Delrey, Gary War, Religious Knives plus dj’s Brooklyn, New York

"Mystical Participation," is out now on SMK.

Canoe

2009-09-27T11:28:00.000-07:00

'Canoe' is a brilliant lo-fi, dreampop outfit from Florida. Lustrous guitar and flushed vocals are the bands main attributes. With so many heavy hitters in the dream pop realm, it's hard for a band to find a niche but 'Canoe' has successfully produced something that could be the next step of the genre. "River Trail 2," off of the bands amazing "River Trails" demo is the perfect, watery soundtrack to the fall. Grab "River Trail 2" and "River Trail 1," after the jump.

Canoe - River Trail 2

Canoe - River Trail 1

"River Trails" is out now for free on Holiday Recs.

New: Memory Tapes Remix

2009-09-26T23:22:00.000-07:00

'Memory Tapes' is the best, everyone knows that, it's science. Anyway, they've posted a new remix on their blog and it is awesome. Grab the mp3, after the jump.

Grum - Heartbeats (Memory Tapes Remix)

"Seek Magic," is out now on Rough Trade.

S. Maharba

2009-09-26T21:02:00.000-07:00

Is hip hop dead? It might seem that way with "artist's" like Soulja Boy taking credit for what they try to pass off as "hip hop." If hip hop did die, it's reborn through artist like 'S. Maharba.' The beats that 'Maharba' makes are simply put, amazing. "Jacket Switch," the single off of 'Maharba's,' exceptional self titled is (and this might get me in trouble) close too Dilla caliber. Bass assault's your eardrums, as you find yourself unable to control your head from nodding. Grab "Jacket Switch" and two bonus Mp3's, after the jump.

S. Maharba - Jacket Switch

S. Maharba - Heels

S. Maharba - Girls In Pearls

'S. Maharba' S/T is out now on Sassbologna.

Alphabets

2009-09-26T17:19:00.000-07:00

Usually I like to listen to music solely on what season it correlates with, it just seems easier to relate to it in that way. That's all different with this next project. I don't think a season exists that this music could pair with. "Alphabets" is one of a few bands that I've encountered in which I am rendered speechless. Trying to put down what this sounds like in words, is like trying to punch Steven Seagal in the face, it's impossible. All I can really say as that it's bloody incredible. The sounds that this guy produces are insane, the drum work is some of the best I have ever heard. Alright enough talking about this, go listen. Snag a copy of "Lemur Toes Sneak Attack Battle Outs," "Lullabones Heatbath With Iguanadon Stomps," "Grandfather Zeb Rah Heart Speak," and "Migrating," after the jump.

Alphabets - Lemur Toes Sneak Attack Battle Outs

Alphabets - Lullabones Heatbath With Iguanadon Stomps

Alphabets - Grandfather Zeb Rah Heart Speak

Alphabets - Migrating

'Alphabets' has a ton of free albums on his Myspace and "Pow Sounds" the first official release is out now on the awesome Foxy Digitalis.

The Light Rays

2009-09-26T16:38:00.001-07:00

Ah, the beach, how we do love it. The sun, the sand, the waves, etc, etc. Living on the west coast does have it's benefits, something that 'The Light Rays' seem to have captured in their music. Radiant guitar hooks, airy drum parts, catchy baselines, and even some chill organ stuff, all contribute to this bands off-the-wall uniqueness. "Surf Song," the third song off their outstanding demo, channels the 1950's like no other beach rock I've heard this past (tear) summer. Grab "Surf Song," "LSD Palm Trees," and check the dates, after the jump.

The Light Rays - Surf Song

The Light Rays - LSD Palm Trees

Dates:
Oct 2 2009 8:00P
Santa Fe Cafe, Fullerton Train Station W\ Zoology COSTA MESA
Nov 10 2009 8:00P
Acrobatics Everyday @ UCI W\ Blues Control, Pocahaunted, Dash Jacket COSTA MESA
Nov 19 2009 8:00P
Detroit Bar W\ Aushua & Henry Clay People COSTA MESA

'Light Rays' demo is out now on Sun Fight Recs.

White Crime

2009-09-26T11:15:00.000-07:00

What happens when you mix the sad sound of late seventies era punk, with this years lo-fi movement? It's really not that hard to imagine, 'White Crimes' achieves this and make it look way too easy. 'White Crimes' is a ghostly lo-fi project from Oklahoma. A distorted guitar and mild but exceptional drumming, create some of the most hauntingly original music that has been produced to date. "Forgive The Arrows," my favorite song off the bands killer, "Ruining America EP," is a culmination of the bands talents. Fuzzy guitar parts dance as poignant vocals float over a thud of simple percussion. Grab "Forgive The Arrows" and "Toward The Abyss," after the jump.

White Crime - Forgive The Arrows

White Crime - Toward The Abyss

"Ruining America," is self released and is out right now!

New: Beach Fossils

2009-09-25T23:32:00.000-07:00

'Beach Fossils,' posted two new songs two his Myspace the other day. "Sometimes" and "Golden Age" fall along the same lines as Payseur's previous singles, airy, breezy, viben easy. Listen to the new songs here.

Video: Fool's Gold - Surprise Hotel

2009-09-24T23:11:00.000-07:00

'Fool's Gold' has made a killer new video for their first single "Surprise Hotel." Old guys, hipsters, lizards, and some ladies, in the words of Liz Lemon "I want to go to there." Peep the video and snag a copy of the Mp3 after the jump.

Fool's Gold - Surprise Hotel

'Fools Gold' is out September 29th on IAMSOUND Recs.

Pure Ecstasy

2009-09-24T18:21:00.000-07:00

So, summers over guys, I hope it was as good for you as it was for me. With that being said, lo-fi, beach rock hasn't become any worse, has it? It still seems somewhat relevant, right? I wish It was still summer. Anyway, for those of you like me check out Austin's, 'Pure Ecstasy.' These guy's put out some colossal summer jams, that can bring back memories of warmer weather and better times. "You're In It Now," the single off of 'Pure Ecstasy's' amazing "Bangin On Wine" 7", starts out with some alluring drum and guitar parts which lead into Nate Grace's charming, lovable vocals. It's one of my favorite songs of the summer. Anyway, score a copy of the watery "You're In It Now," after the jump.

Pure Ecstasy - You're In It Now

'Pure Ecstasy's,' "Future Nostalgia" comes out real soon on the amazing LNA!

Wonder Wheel

2009-09-24T16:54:00.000-07:00

'Wonder Wheel,' is a tribal, glo-fi solo project based out of Orange County. I caution you though, listening to 'WW' will provoke extreme hood up, head bobbing. "Over the Top," the second track on the outstanding "Peters Plant Food" LP, is a great example of how progressive the "Low-Tide" movement has gotten. Booming drum kits shuffle with warm, glowing, synth to create a massive 'Animal-esque' anthem. Grab "Over The Top," some bonus Mp3's and check out the dates, after the jump.

Wonder Wheel - Over the Top

Wonder Wheel - Blood Power

Wonder Wheel - Frozen Action

Dates:
Oct 24 2009 8:00P
LKEG w/ Tan Dollar, Magick Orchids, Jeans Wilder Los Angeles, California

'WW' has a bunch of free albums on his blog!

Jen Paul / No Lakes

2009-09-24T16:02:00.000-07:00

What makes a good ambient song? That question has been in the back of my mind all summer. With awesome bands like Wild Safari, Cough Cool, and Pink Priest generating a lot of buzz, ambient music seems to be a fairly applicable thing to talk about. I know some people say, "Oh man, ambient music is something that you should be able to fall asleep to (ugh)." I beg to differ, personally I believe that ambient genre should be savored, it's not something you fall asleep to, it's something you contemplate. Take for example "Jen Paul / No Lakes," a ambient, shoegazey, solo project from Jersey. 'No Lakes' is a outfit that definitely should be admired. Oozing with teen angst, 'No lakes' is ambiance personified, or to put it shortly, girl can jam. Whining, ethereal, guitar parts are pieced together to create an atmospheric and almost airy vibe. Grab two beautiful Mp3's, after the jump.

Jen Paul / No Lakes - Sailors Ball On Ghost At Sea

Jen Paul / No Lakes - Muerte O Casamiento Durmiente

Look for 'No Lakes' split with 'Suicide Bliss,' out soon.

New: Small Black

2009-09-24T15:05:00.000-07:00

SE favorites 'Small Black' have released a excellent new single. It's what you'd expect from the B. Get all the synthy (Synthy? Yes, perfect) goodness after the jump.

Small Black - Bad Lover

'Small Blacks' self titled EP is out Oct 13th.

Dash Jacket

2009-09-24T13:29:00.000-07:00

By know all of you have probably heard of 'Dash Jacket.' The fresh faced lo-fi duo have been blowing up all over the "blogosphere". Rightfully so I might add. When it comes to recording in your bedroom your resources tend to become pretty limited. Yet, 'DJ' has made the most of it, endearing vocals and exceptional instrumentals create a unique sound that transcends the lo-fi genre. "Anna Says," off the bands "Atoner EP", is a perfect example of the duo's creative genius. Grab "Anna Says," two bonus Mp3's, and peep the tour dates, after the jump.

Dash Jacket - Anna Says

Dash Jacket - Spacer (Atoner version)

Dash Jacket - San Pedro

Dates:
Sep 25 2009 4:30P
therevolutionarypoor presents: Under the Imperial Bridge 2 Anaheim Hills, California
Sep 26 2009 6:00P
Salt Creek Beach Bluff Park Dana Point, California
Oct 1 2009 7:00P
Tribal Cafe w/ Zoology and Tan Dollar Los Angeles, California
Oct 23 2009 6:00P
Santa Fe Cafe (@ the Fullerton Train Station) Fullerton, California
Nov 10 2009 8:00P
Acrobatics Everyday @ UCI w/ Blues Control, The Light Rays, and Pocahaunted Irvine, California

The self released "Atoner EP" is out now.

Campfires

2009-09-24T11:35:00.000-07:00

What is going on with the Midwest these days? Somehow it has become a anchor for some amazing lo-fi acts. 'Campfires' are no exception to the rule, balmy vocals and hazy guitar work make this act a standout in the shit-storm of shit-gaze. "Stormy Late Fall," 'Campfires' mind blowing single, contains one of the catchiest guitar parts of this year. Fuzzy reverb and a crazy drum piece run rampant through the feel good hymn, creating the ideal song for a sunny drive. Grab a copy of both, "Stormy Late Fall" and "Daytime T.V. Blues," after the jump.

Campfires - Stormy Late Fall

Campfires - Daytime T.V. Blues

Look for 'Campfires' multiple cassettes in the near future.

Sleep In Sundays

2009-09-23T19:39:00.000-07:00

What comes to mind when you think of fall? Kids plunging into massive piles of orange and burgundy maple leaves, the smell of hot apple cider, gooey pumpkin carving, cozy scarves, family? All things I think about when I listen to "Sleep In Sundays," 'Autumn Air.' Words do not do this song justice. A tender piano piece and glimmering chimes have the ability transport you to a time where, sipping hot coco and watching classic Peanuts cartoons were your first and only priority. Snag a copy of both "Autumn Air" and "Go To Sleep," after the jump.

Sleep In Sundays - Autumn Air

Sleep In Sundays - Go To Sleep

The "Sunflower Split" is out now on Blackburn Recordings.

Video: Washed Out - Feel It All Around

2009-09-23T18:28:00.000-07:00

This fan video for 'Washed Out's' masterpiece "Feel It All Around" was to good not to post. Grab the mp3 and watch the video after the jump.

Washed Out - Feel It All Around

FEEL IT ALL AROUND from Northern Lights on Vimeo.

Remember to grab "Life Of Leisure" out now on Mexican Summer.
Special thanks to CTIF for the find!

Venice Is Sinking

2009-09-23T12:55:00.000-07:00

"Venice Is Sinking," is a blissful pop group from Athens, Georgia. Charming vocals and heartwarming instrumentals make this band a long overdue addition to the indie-pop realm. On "Okay," the title track on the bands phenomenal EP, Daniel and Karolyn croon as the song progressively starts to gather momentum and eventually erupts into an epic 'Granddaddy-esque' anthem. Pick up "Okay," "Compass," and watch the brand new video for "Okay," after the jump.

Venice Is Sinking - Okay

Venice Is Sinking - Compass

"Okay" is out now on One Percent Press.

Timber Timbre

2009-09-23T11:29:00.000-07:00

'Timber Timbre' is an eerie folk project from Toronto. They've been around for a little while but its not till recently, I've heard about them. The haunting "Demon Host," is a balmy, and subdued song that only involves a boy, a piano, a few friends, and a guitar. It starts with some drafty guitar strumming followed by ghostly vocals, which lead into unearthly choir chanting. It's an all around exquisite track, perfect for the fall. Snag "Demon Host," "Lay Down In The Tall Grass," "Trouble Comes Knocking," check out the video for "Demon Host," and peep the tour, all after the jump.

Timber Timbre - Demon Host

Timber Timbre - Lay Down In The Tall Grass

Timber Timbre - Trouble Comes Knocking

Dates:
Sep 24 2009 8:00P
Rifflandia Music Festival/Alix Goolden Hall Victoria, British Columbia
Sep 25 2009 8:00P
St. Andrew’s Wesley Church Vancouver, British Columbia
Sep 27 2009 8:00P
McDougall United Church Edmonton, Alberta
Sep 28 2009 8:00P
Knox United Church Calgary, Alberta
Sep 30 2009 8:00P
The Exchange Regina, Saskatchewan
Oct 1 2009 8:00P
Amigo’s Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
Oct 2 2009 8:00P
West End Cultural Centre Winnipeg, Manitoba
Oct 3 2009 8:00P
Bryant Lake Bowl Minneapolis, Minnesota
Oct 5 2009 8:00P
High Noon Madison, Wisconsin
Oct 7 2009 8:00P
Schubas Tavern Chicago, Illinois
Oct 9 2009 8:00P
Union Hall Brooklyn, New York
Oct 10 2009 8:00P
Mercury Lounge New York, New York
Oct 22 2009 8:00P
Union Pool Brooklyn, New York
Oct 24 2009 8:00P
St. Matthews Church Halifax, Nova Scotia
Oct 25 2009 8:00P
St. Pat’s Church Sydney, Nova Scotia

'Timber's' self titled is out now on Arts and Crafts.

Dem Hunger

2009-09-22T19:20:00.000-07:00

Listening to London's 'Dem Hunger' is like listening to a spliced 70's Maliwood movie and a screwed up Super Nintendo game. Its incredibly atmospheric. Contorted melody's and rhythm shifts run rampant through 'Hunger's' music. "Red Arsehole Ra," is hands down the most captivating tracks I've heard all year. Somehow broken measures and contorted bass claps create something so passionate, so soulful, I'm having trouble putting it into words. Snag "Red Arsehole Ra," "Charles Shit," and "Bathtub Birth" all after the jump.

Dem Hunger - Red Arsehole Ra

Dem Hunger - Charles Shit

Dem Hunger - Bathtub Birth

'Dem' is on a bunch of mixtapes available at his Myspace.

Tan Dollar

2009-09-22T12:26:00.000-07:00

'Tan Dollar' is a great three person pop outfit based out of Irvine, California that produce a massive sound. Heartwarming keyboard pieces and epic drum productions are this bands main attributes. "The Turning Point," the bands stand out single, is on the brink of pop perfection. Sunny synth, crashing drums, warm vocals, are all implemented to produce one outstanding song. With fall just around the corner 'TD' is the ideal soundtrack for the months ahead. Grab "The Turning Point," "Chinese Song," and peep the tour dates, all after the jump.

Tan Dollar - The Turning Point

Tan Dollar - Chinese Song

Dates:
Oct 1 2009 8:00P
TRIBAL CAFE w/ Zoology, Dash Jacket LOS ANGELES, California
Oct 3 2009 8:00P
ACROBATICS EVERYDAY @ UC IRVINE w/ Railcars, Tempo No Tempo, Magick Orchids, The Endless Bummer IRVINE, California
Oct 24 2009 8:00P
L’KEG GALLERY w/ Jeans Wilder, Magick Orchids, Wonder Wheel LOS ANGELES, California
Dec 9 2009 8:00P
PORTS O CALL BEDROOM w/ Baby Birds Don’t Drink Milk, Kevin Greenspon, Nicole Kidman WEST COVINA, California
Jan 6 2010 8:00P
TBA TOUR w/ Italic Indian SAN DIEGO, California
Jan 7 2010 8:00P
TBA TOUR w/ Italic Indian TUCSON, Arizona
Jan 8 2010 8:00P
TBA TOUR w/ Italic Indian PHOENIX/TEMPE, Arizona
Jan 9 2010 8:00P
ECHO CURIO w/ Italic Indian LOS ANGELES, California
Jan 12 2010 8:00P
TBA TOUR SANTA BARBARA/ISLA VISTA, California
Jan 13 2010 8:00P
TBA TOUR SAN FRANCISCO/OAKLAND, California
Jan 14 2010 8:00P
TBA TOUR SACRAMENTO/DAVIS, California
Jan 15 2010 8:00P
TBA TOUR SAN LUIS OBISPO, California

"Pink Sky" and "EP" are free on the bands blog! Also snag some free EP's from Chris Thornes side project 'Bigger Insides.'

Big Troubles

2009-09-21T19:41:00.000-07:00

'Big Troubles' is another catchy lo-fi project based out of New Jersey. Samuel from 'Fluffy Lumbers' actually suggested them and we're glad he did. Their incredible single "Freudian Slips," contains some of this years catchiest guitar work. Pounding percussion and water drenched vocals also add to 'Big Troubles' wonderful charm. Head nodding ensues after just a couple seconds into the track. Overall its pretty stupendous stuff. Grab "Freudian Slips," "Desire For A Certain Thing To Happen" and check the dates after the jump.

Big Troubles - Freudian Slips (7" version)

Big Troubles - Desire For A Certain Thing To Happen

Dates:
Sep 19 2009 8:00P
Silent Barn Ridgewood, New York
Oct 9 2009 9:00P
The Butcher Shoppe Allston, Massachusetts
Oct 24 2009 1:00P
Underwater Peoples CMJ Showcase @ Cameo Gallery Brooklyn, New York

Watch for their 7" this November on Blackburn Recordings, and look for their LP early next year on Olde English Spelling Bee.

Yarn Owl

2009-09-21T18:46:00.000-07:00

I'm proud to say that this up and coming band is from our home state Washington, Pullman to be exact. 'Yarn Owl' produces some legitimate garage pop tunes and are signed to the SE favorite Leftist Nautical Antiques. "Yarn Blues" is basically what indie pop should sound like, its got all the basics, sunny lyrics, jangly guitar riffs and shimmering percussion. Besides the exquisite instrumentals the vocals are pitch perfect, charming and stylistic, just a all around joy to listen to. Grab "Yarn Blues," "Without You," and check out the dates, after the jump.

Yarn Owl - Yarn Blues

Yarn Owl - Without You

Dates:
Sep 26 2009 9:00P
KUOI PARTY @ Mikey’s Gyros w/ James Pants! Moss-cow, Idaho
Sep 28 2009 6:45P
*Cassette Release* at The Big Dipper w/ GRAND ARCHIVES & The Most Serene Republic Spokane, Washington
Oct 15 2009 8:00P
The Belltower with Lake and Karl Blau Pull-human, Washington

Look for 'Yarn Owl's' 7 song cassette next week.

Pink Priest

2009-09-21T09:02:00.000-07:00

Autumn is just around the corner that means that the seasonal summer music will have to go away for yet another year. With that being said, 'Pink Priest' has produced some pretty impressive minimalist tunes for the chill of October and November. Tones and drones are 'Pink Priest's' forte, the fact that Watson can turn a slow hum into something so hauntingly beautiful, makes him a forced to be reckoned with in the world of ambient music. "She Was Dressed As A White Witch" my favorite of 'Priest's,' begins with a epic buzz that rings in your eardrums, until the faint sound of watery keyboard work is subtly placed throughout it. It's a great song for a foggy Autumn morning or a icy, crisp, Fall night. Also check out Watsons other project the breathtakingly sweet 'Wild Safari'. Snag "She Was Dressed As A White Witch," "It Melts My Heart" and "Apricot" all in shiny Mp3 format, after the jump.

Pink Priest - She Was Dressed As A White Witch

Pink Priest - It Melts My Heart

Pink Priest - Apricot

Expect a LP by next year, but if you cant wait till then the East Camden cassette comes out later this year. Also check out the Cold Rock 3" on Kimberly Dawn Recordings.

Weed Diamond

2009-09-20T16:23:00.000-07:00

'Weed Diamond' not to be confused with "Weed Demon," is a outstanding lo-fi solo project out of Denver, Colorado. Although this is a lo-fi outfit the sound doesn't come on as strong as other genre members. Which isn't necessarily a bad thing, Perry's soft vocals are a nice change from the shrill of other acts. "All Of Denver Is Wasted" is 'Diamond's' stand out single. Coastal guitar strums and a heavy percussion create a reasonably epic track. Grab "All Of Denver Is Wasted," some bonus Mp3's, and peep the tour dates, after the jump.

Weed Diamond - All Of Denver Is Wasted

Weed Diamond - Nothing to Write Home About

Weed Diamond - Mr. Vacant Stare

Dates:
Oct 10 2009 8:00P
THE 100 HOUSE w/ TBA Denver, Colorado
Nov 7 2009 8:00P
TBA (details soon) w/ Daughters of the Sun and WOODSMAN!! DENVER
Dec 3 2009 8:00P
Larimer Lounge Denver, Colorado

Weed Diamond is coming out with tapes on both Mirror Universe and Leftist Nautical Antiques later this year.

Wild Safari

2009-09-20T13:26:00.000-07:00

'Wild Safari's' elegance is only outclassed by their attention to every detail. All I can say is that this is one of the most beautiful projects I have ever had the privileged of listening to. When talking about post-rock many bands come to mind EITS, GYBE, DMST, but none really compare to 'Wild Safari's' superior warm, ambient feel. "Second Base," can be compared to the feeling of warm clothes or a foggy mountain drive. Guitars whimper and synth drones delicately in the background of this, 6 minute too short, track. When you can listen to something all day and never get tired of it you know that, this is the pinnacle of ambient music. Grab "Second Base" and a bonus Mp3, after the jump.

Wild Safari - Second Base

Wild Safari - History Of Savannah

'Wild Safari' has a split with 'Cough Cool' coming out on Woven Tones in the near future.

Buffalo Thunder

2009-09-20T12:48:00.000-07:00

This local band is one of my favorite lo-fi acts to date. 'Buffalo Thunder' really is something special, lyrically endearing, instrumentally equally as lovable. "Summer Crush" a beam of light admix the variable shit storm of up and coming lo-fi tracks, it is both stubborn and playful at the same time. Guy has a summer crush, he writes about it, hum's a little and all is right with the world. The track opens with some vibrant guitar work and is followed by ho's, hum's and aggressive percussion. Snag the Mp3, after the jump.

Buffalo Thunder - Summer Crush

Catch 'Buffalo Thunder' at The Den, in Tacoma, October 15th.

Candy Claws

2009-09-19T20:39:00.000-07:00

'Candy Claws' is an experimental, ambient, dream-pop project based out of Fort Collins, Colorado. Soft vocals, watery instrumentals, and shimmering fragments are assembled to produce some of this years warmest melody's. This is how dream-pop should sound. "Catamaran," is the bands stand out single, starting out with a sample of some ocean waves followed by a mellow strum of guitars and low key percussion. "Lantern Fish," is another mellow track that provides a catchy guitar hook and some great electronic work. Grab both Mp3's, a copy of "The Sun Is My Girl," and watch the video for "Catamaran," after the jump.

Candy Claws - Catamaran

Candy Claws - Lantern Fish

Candy Claws - The Sun Is My Girl

Catamaran from Candy Claws on Vimeo.

"In the Dream of the Sea Life" is out mid-October on Indiecater Records.

Herr Jazz

2009-09-18T19:50:00.000-07:00

This band has been on our radar for some time now. They've been all over the Seattle scene via the Vera and other low key venues. So much so that the band has formed a home town following that covers their songs from time to time. 'Herr Jazz's' sound is best described as lo-fi, tropical, punk. The difference between these guys and all the other bands popping up all over the place is they were lo-fi/tropical before it was hip and trendy. "Olympia" is without a doubt one of the best 'Jazz's' best songs. The guitar screams with 'Abe Vigoda'-esque reverb spilling over onto leaping progressive percussion. "Hey Merlin, Thanks for the Free Coffee" is another standout track that deserves a listen. Snag a copy of both Mp3's, a free EP and check out the tour dates after the jump.

Herr Jazz - Olympia

Herr Jazz - Hey Merlin, Thanks For The Free Coffee

Dates:
Sep 25 2009 8:00P
w/ Christmas, Moon Runners Seattle, Washington
Oct 22 2009 8:00P
THE VERA PROJECT w/ Times New Viking Seattle, Washington
Dec 4 2009 8:00P
HEALTHY TIMES FUN CLUB w/ The Pharmacy, Baby Birds Don’t Drink Milk Seattle, Washington

The self titled cassette is out on MASA Recs. Also, check out this awesome SE exclusive free EP.

Cough Cool

2009-09-18T13:15:00.001-07:00

'Cough Cool' is a breezy, ethereal, lo-fi project out of Pennsylvania. The sounds that this guy produces are unbelievable, every song that I've heard sounds so gentle and well thought out. From the ambient bass hooks to the intoxicating guitar parts, 'Cough Cool' is what so many lo-fi bands strive to be but sadly don't make the cut. "Flower Reading" is a hazy, reverb drenched track that serves as the soundtrack to either late night star gazing or a sunny Sunday afternoon. No matter which way this song is enjoyed, nothing takes away from it's subtle beauty. Pick up the Mp3 after the jump.

Cough Cool - Flower Reading

"Digestible Doom" is out soon on Abandon Ship, "Buy Some Dust" is out soon on Bathetic, And a split 7" with SE favorite Ganglians is in the works as well.

New: Washed Out

2009-09-18T12:16:00.000-07:00

Everyone knows 'Washed Out,' right? Yeah, you all know 'Washed Out'. Well the master of "glo-fi" has created an amazing remix of 'Small Black's,' "Despicable Dogs." Other than remixing what is arguably this summers best song young Ernest Greene has been blowing up all over the "blogosphere" (Ugh, I just got mad douchechills). With tracks like "Belong" and "Hold Out," Greene has risen to Summer indie-rock stardom. The remix is just as breezy and hypnotic as anything else 'Washed Out' produces but 'SB's' vocals take the song to another level. (UPDATE) Snag the remix and grab a couple Mp3's after the jump.

Small Black - Despicable Dogs (Washed Out Remix)

Washed Out - Belong

Washed Out - Hold Out

"Life Of Leisure" is out now on Mexican Summer, "Feel It All Around" is out this Autumn on Mexican Summer, and the "High Times" cassette is out now on Mexican Summer.

Bahamas

2009-09-17T12:31:00.000-07:00

'Bahamas' is a great solo project based out of Ontario, Canada. Soft vocals and warm guitar parts make up this bands major sound. It's a gorgeous soundtrack for the fall. The beautiful "Lonely Loves" is one of my favorite folk songs of this year and "Already, Yours" comes in at a extremely close second. Pick up both Mp3's and check out the tour dates after the jump.

Bahamas - Lonely Loves

Bahamas - Already, Yours

Dates:
Sep 25 2009 8:00P
RIFFLANDIA - The Metro Theatre w/ Woodpigeon Victoria, British Columbia
Sep 30 2009 8:00P
POP MONTREAL - Ukrainian Federation w/ Amy Millan Montreal, Quebec
Oct 1 2009 8:00P
Montreal House w/ Amy Millan Peterborough, Ontario
Oct 2 2009 8:00P
Zaphod Beeblebrox w/ Amy Millan Ottawa, Ontario
Oct 3 2009 8:00P
The Grad Club w/ Amy Millan Kingston, Ontario
Oct 14 2009 8:00P
The Mod Club w/ Amy Millan Toronto, Ontario
Oct 15 2009 8:00P
Pike Room w/ Amy Millan Detroit, Michigan
Oct 16 2009 8:00P
Empty Bottle w/ Amy Millan Chicago, Illinois
Oct 17 2009 8:00P
Turf Club w/ Amy Millan Minneapolis
Oct 18 2009 8:00P
West End Cultural Center w/ Amy Millan Winnipeg, Manitoba
Oct 19 2009 8:00P
Amigo’s w/ Amy Millan Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
Oct 20 2009 8:00P
The Marquee Room w/ Amy Millan Calgary, Alberta
Oct 21 2009 8:00P
Myer Horowitz Theatre w/ Amy Millan Edmonton, Alberta
Oct 22 2009 8:00P
Communitea Cafe w/ Amy Millan Canmore, Alberta
Oct 24 2009 8:00P
The Biltmore Cabaret w/ Amy Millan Vancouver, British Columbia
Oct 25 2009 8:00P
Triple Door w/ Amy Millan Seattle
Oct 26 2009 8:00P
Doug Fir w/ Amy Millan Portland, Oregon
Oct 28 2009 8:00P
Cafe DuNord w/ Amy Millan San Francisco, California
Oct 30 2009 8:00P
Spaceland w/ Amy Millan Los Angeles, California
Nov 4 2009 8:00P
Middle East (Upstairs) w/ Amy Millan Boston, Massachusetts
Nov 5 2009 8:00P
Mercury Lounge w/ Amy Millan New York, New York
Nov 6 2009 8:00P
Bell House w/ Amy Millan New York, New York
Nov 7 2009 8:00P
Johnny Brenda’s w/ Amy Millan Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Nov 8 2009 8:00P
DC9 w/ Amy Millan Washington, Washington DC

"Pink Strat" is out now on Nevado.

ALASKAS

2009-09-17T11:21:00.000-07:00

There are always a few bands out there that are doing something completely original, some good and some not so good. 'ALASKAS' is a example of a band that has successfully made a sound that is not only original but also produces some boss tracks. "Pronoun" is a hopping, tribal ballad that makes up good use of a rhythmic guitar part and a thudding drum piece. "I Am Yours" is very similar in some aspects but "Pronoun" is most definitely the stand out. Snag a copy of both Mp3's and check the tour dates out after the jump.

ALASKAS - Pronoun

ALASKAS - I Am Yours

Dates:
Sep 19 2009 8:00P
ALBUM RELEASE AT HEALTHY TIMES FUN CLUB with Total Bros, Magic Johnson and Wet Paint Seattle, Washington
Oct 1 2009 8:00P
EAST COAST TOUR BROOKLYN, New York
Oct 3 2009 8:00P
The Whitehaus with Nameless, Many Mansions, Coralcola Boston, Massachusetts
Nov 12 2009 8:00P
TBA with Railcars and Cole Seattle, Washington

"Set Yourself Free" is out now on Highfives and Handshakes.

Hanoi Janes

2009-09-16T21:44:00.000-07:00

This next band is from Germany, that's right Sachsen, Germany. I know, I know, your first reaction is probably double ugh but the 'Hanoi Janes' are really something special. Don't worry their more Beach Boys than Bach. Somehow this band has successfully broken through obscurity and signed with the amazing Captured Tracks. "Across The Sea" is 'Hanoi's' first proper single and is one of the better songs I've heard this Summer. Their catchy drum claps and up beat guitar parts really play a big part in this bands intrigue. So don't get caught up on the stereotypes and give this band a listen. Grab Mp3's, peep a new vid, and check out the German only tour dates after the jump.

Hanoi Janes - Across The Sea

Hanoi Janes - Sag Sag Sag

Hanoi Janes - Crystal Veins

Across The Sea

Dates:
Sep 26 2009 8:00P
Ebersdorfer Open Air bei Chemnitz, Sachsen
Oct 16 2009 8:00P
Club Sanitätsstelle Chemnitz, Sachsen
Oct 17 2009 8:00P
Steinhaus Bautzen mit HELGA BLOHM DyNASTIE Bautzen, Sachsen
Oct 30 2009 8:00P
Guerilla House Party Zwickau, Sachsen

No news about a release but as always we'll keep you posted.

Beach Fossils

2009-09-16T20:17:00.000-07:00

Listen guys, I'm sorry to do this to you again but this shit is so good. I know that lo-fi beach rock gets old, just like all good things it will come to an end, but not today! So check 'Beach Fossils' out, yes, the name is exactly how the music sounds. Summery, beachy, goody? Yes, perfect. Anyway, "Daydream," one of our favorite, songs of the year, starts with an outstanding guitar hook and progressively gets better. It's definitely a grower (sorry). Grab two Mp3's and check out the tour after the jump.

Beach Fossils - Daydream

Beach Fossils - Vacation

Dates:
Sep 21 2009 8:00P
Kung Fu Necktie w/ Reading Rainbow & Hot Guts Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Sep 25 2009 8:00P
Market Hotel w/ Wavves, Ganglians Brooklyn, New York
Oct 9 2009 8:00P
Butcher Shoppe w/ Prince Rama of Ayodhya Allston Rock City, Massachusetts
Oct 10 2009 8:00P
TBA w/ Prince Rama of Ayodhya, Lord Jeff Northampton, Massachusetts
Oct 12 2009 8:00P
Zoomduke w/ Prince Rama of Ayodhya, Great Valley, Quilt, Tivoli, New York
Oct 16 2009 8:00P
Market Hotel w/ Air Waves, PC Worship Brooklyn, New York

No mention on release, but we'll keep you posted.

Small Black

2009-09-16T19:29:00.000-07:00

Brooklyn NY's 'Small Black' showed up on the scene late this summer and the hype has been palpable. They seemed to have taken good old fashion synth pop and put a lo-fi twist on it something that seems to be going on a lot now a days. While "Despicable Dogs" is the stand out with spacey vocals and a woozy synth part, "Weird Machines" comes in at a close second. Grab both Mp3s and check out the dates after the jump.

Small Black - Despicable Dogs

Small Black - Weird Machines

Dates:
Sep 18 2009 8:00P
SHOWPAPER Benefit - New Todd P Space w/ Lemonade (Lombardy @ Varick) Brooklyn - Greenpoint, New York
Sep 26 2009 8:00P
Gowanus Studios Party Brooklyn - Gowanus, New York
Oct 20 2009 4:00P
CMJ - Cake Shop Manhattan, New York
Oct 21 2009 8:00P
CMJ - Santo’s Party House - Oh My Rockness Party w/ Cymbals Eat Guitars, MORE New York, New York
Oct 22 2009 8:00P
CMJ - Bell House -Gothamist Party Brooklyn - Gowanus, New York
Nov 7 2009 8:00P
Market Hotel w/ Pictureplane Brooklyn - Bushwick

"Small Black EP" is out October 13th on Cassclub.

New: Panda Bear

2009-09-13T17:08:00.000-07:00

'Panda Bear' was at ATP this weekend, he played a full set which included two new songs. They sound pretty good considering the shitty recording quality. According to EW, Noah will start working on the follow up to the stellar "Person Pitch" later this month. Hopefully he releases some new material soon and doesn't pull a Sufjan. Mp3's and full performance download after the jump.

Panda Bear - Untitled #1 (Live At ATP)

Panda Bear - Untitled #2 (Live At ATP)

Pick up the whole set here.
Photos via (abzpunkphoto), Mp3's Via (GVB)

Video: Grizzly Bear - While You Wait For The Others

2009-09-13T15:51:00.000-07:00

Here's the video for the "Veckatimest" standout "While You Wait For The Others." Like every other 'Grizzly Bear' video it's pretty weird but overall, entertaining. Leave your > symbols at the jump.

Dates:
Sep 25 2009 8:00P
Skidmore College [Sport & Rec Center] (w/ Gang Gang Dance) Saratoga Springs, New York
Sep 26 2009 8:00P
Michigan Theater (w/ Beach House) Ann Arbor, Michigan
Sep 27 2009 8:00P
Metro (w/ Beach House) Chicago, Illinois
Sep 28 2009 8:00P
Metro (w/ Beach House) Chicago, Illinois
Sep 30 2009 8:00P
First Avenue (w/ Beach House) Minneapolis, Minnesota
Oct 1 2009 8:00P
Blue Note (w/ Beach House) Columbia, Missouri
Oct 3 2009 8:00P
Austin City Limits Festival Austin, Texas
Oct 3 2009 10:00P
SOLD OUT: Emo’s [ACL Aftershow] Austin, Texas
Oct 5 2009 8:00P
SOLD OUT: Variety Playhouse (w/ Beach House) Atlanta, Georgia
Oct 6 2009 8:00P
The NorVa (w/ Beach House) Norfolk, Virginia
Oct 7 2009 8:00P
Electric Factory (w/ Beach House) Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Oct 8 2009 8:00P
Orpheum Theatre (w/ Beach House) Boston, Massachusetts
Oct 14 2009 8:00P
Vogue Theatre Vancouver, British Columbia
Oct 15 2009 8:00P
Crystal Ballroom Portland, Oregon
Oct 16 2009 8:00P
Moore Theatre Seattle, Washington
Oct 18 2009 8:00P
Treasure Island Music Festival San Francisco, California
Oct 20 2009 8:00P
Hollywood Palladium (w/ Beach House) Los Angeles, California
Oct 21 2009 8:00P
Belly Up Tavern (w/ Beach House) Solana Beach, California
Oct 31 2009 8:00P
SOLD OUT: Barbican Hall (with the LSO) London
Nov 1 2009 8:00P
SOLD OUT: Vicar Street Dublin
Nov 2 2009 8:00P
ABC Glasgow
Nov 4 2009 8:00P
SOLD OUT: Cathedral Manchester
Nov 5 2009 8:00P
Leeds Metropolitan University Leeds
Nov 6 2009 8:00P
Anson Rooms Bristol
Nov 8 2009 8:00P
Cirque Royal Brussels
Nov 9 2009 8:00P
Melkweg Amsterdam
Nov 10 2009 8:00P
Grunspan Hamburg
Nov 11 2009 8:00P
Postbahnhof Berlin
Nov 12 2009 8:00P
Theaterfabrik München
Nov 14 2009 8:00P
Sala Verdi del Conservatorio Milano
Nov 15 2009 8:00P
Fri-Son Fribourg
Nov 16 2009 8:00P
WuK Wien
Nov 17 2009 8:00P
Volkshaus Basel
Nov 19 2009 8:00P
Kulturkirche Köln
Nov 20 2009 8:00P
Crossing Border Festival (Royal Theatre) The Hague
Nov 21 2009 8:00P
La Cigale Paris
Nov 24 2009 8:00P
SOLD OUT: Vega Musikkens Hus Copenhagen
Nov 25 2009 8:00P
Rockerfeller Oslo
Nov 26 2009 8:00P
Debaser Stockholm

"Veckatimest" is out now on Merge blah blah blah.

Dog Bite

2009-09-13T15:15:00.000-07:00

Sample music maybe over blogged these days but the truth is there are some great bands popping up using the legendary SP404. Take 'Dog Bite' for example, this Atlanta based solo artist has found a nice little niche using the uber-tool. "On the air" is a beautiful piece that incorporates jittery guitar parts and shimmering percussion to create a blissed out and uniformly terrific song. Snag "On The Air" and another great anthem after the jump.

Dog Bite - On The Air

Dog Bite - Teenage Lovetron

Sloppy Tender

2009-09-13T14:23:00.001-07:00

'Sloppy Tender' puts out some awesome shit-gaze stuff from Brooklyn NY. I would classify it as tropical, watery, hazy, noise. There's no vocals and no real recognizable melody, its definitely not a easy listen but worth the recognition. It's pretty fucking out there. Anyway check them out. Two Mp3's after the jump!

Sloppy Tender - Bruise Cruise

Sloppy Tender - Freshly Shaved Head

"No More Rad Girls" is self released and it's free!

Fluffy Lumbers

2009-09-13T12:28:00.001-07:00

'Fluffy Lumbers' is another great lo-fi solo project from New Jersey. Like his buddy's from 'Real Estate' he creates beachy, surf rock that fits right into this summers unusual boom of the sub-genre. "Cruisers" is a great song that has the standard bedroom feel and "Cruisers Pt. 2 (Police Cruisers)" is a late, great, high energy, summer jam. Get both Mp3's, a bonus, and peep a live video of him covering 'The Cranberries' after the jump.

Fluffy Lumbers - Cruisers

Fluffy Lumbers - Cruisers Pt. 2 (Police Cruisers)

Fluffy Lumbers - Shore Patrol

The Police Cruisers 7" is out now on Weird Hug.

Fools Gold

2009-09-13T11:35:00.000-07:00

'Fool's Gold' has been a band that we've been tracking for some time now. Even before WTKDK we had mentioned them to our friends. So we were excited to hear their first proper single "Surprise Hotel" and even more excited when "Nadine" was released. The music that 'Fool's Gold' produces is truly original, the fact that Luke and the crew croon in Hebrew is innovative enough, but to throw an African and Latin vibe into the instrumentals makes it extraordinary. "Nadine" is definitely the stand out between the two tracks, Top's wispy voice rolls over a buoyant bass line followed by an airy horn part that completes the song. Pick up both Mp3s, a 'Memory Tapes' remix of "Nadine," and check out the tour dates after the jump!

Fool's Gold - Nadine

Fool's Gold - Surprise Hotel

Fool's Gold - Nadine (Memory Tapes Remix)

Dates:
Sep 15 2009 8:00P
The Independent - LIVE 105 Emerging Artist Series San Francisco, California
Sep 19 2009 9:00P
Navy Pier - World Music Festival Chicago, Illinois
Sep 20 2009 8:00P
Bottom Lounge w/ BLK JKS - World Music Festival Chicago, Illinois
Sep 29 2009 7:00P
Amoeba Records - instore Hollywood, California
Oct 3 2009 8:00P
Pappy and Harriet’s (Manimal Festival) Pioneertown, California
Oct 8 2009 8:00P
The Loft w/ metronomy La Jolla, California
Oct 9 2009 8:00P
The Roxy w/Metronomy Los Angeles, California
Oct 10 2009 8:00P
Bottom of the Hill w/ metronomy San Francisco, California
Oct 11 2009 8:00P
Holocene w/ metronomy Portland, Oregon
Oct 12 2009 8:00P
Nectar Lounge w/ metronomy Seattle, Washington
Oct 13 2009 8:00P
Red Room w/ metronomy Vancouver
Oct 16 2009 8:00P
Cameo Brooklyn, New York
Oct 17 2009 8:00P
Cake Shop New York, New York
Oct 19 2009 8:00P
Knitting Factory Brooklyn, New York
Oct 20 2009 8:00P
TBD NYC NYC, New York
Oct 21 2009 8:00P
Bowery Poetry Club -IAMSOUND Records CMJ showcase NYC, New York
Oct 29 2009 8:00P
Fool’s Gold on Morning Becomes Eclectic KCRW

"Fool's Gold" is out September 29th on IAMSOUND Records.

New AA Bondy

2009-09-12T23:23:00.000-07:00

If you've never heard of 'AA Bondy' you are missing out my friend. Bondy's new single "When The Devil's Loose" has been on heavy repeat at SE headquarters* these days. It's a dusty, bluesy, Dylan-esque work that lives true to Bondy's former sound. Although his melody's haven't evolved from 2007's masterwork "American Hearts," that's not necessarily a bad thing. Bondy's smokey voice carry's him through the hazy instrumentals and melancholy lyrics. Grab the Mp3, check out the tour dates, and watch a live vid after the jump.

AA Bondy - When The Devil's Loose

Dates:
Sept. 8 Allston, mass-Great Scott
Sept. 9 New York-Mercury Lounge
Sept. 10 Washington, DC-Rock & Roll Hotel
Sept. 11 Philadelphia, PA-Kung Fu Necktie
Sept. 12 Pittsburgh, PA-Brillobox
Sept. 14 Knoxville, TN-Pilot Light
Sept. 15 Chapel Hill, NC-Local 506
Sept. 16 Athens, GA-Tasty World
Oct. 12 Berlin, GERmany-Lido
Oct. 13 Hamburg, Germany-Ubel
Oct. 14 Cologne(Koln), Germany-Kulturkirche
Oct. 15 Munich, Germany-Atomic
Oct. 17 Leeds, UK, Brudenell
Oct. 18 Dublin, Ireland-Whelans
Oct. 19 Birmingham, UK-Glee Club
Oct. 20 Manchester, UK-Academy 3
Oct. 21 London, UK-The Social
Oct. 22 London, UK-Shepherds Bush Empire
Oct. 24 Amsterdam, Netherlands-Paradiso (upstairs)
Oct. 26 Utrecht, Netherlands-Tivoli
Oct. 27 Frankfurt, Germany-Batschkapp
November 03 - Charlottesville, VA - The Southern
November 04 - Asheville, NC - Grey Eagle
November 05 - Atlanta, GA - The Earl
November 06 - St. Augustine, FL - Cafe 11
November 07 - Orlando, FL - The Social
November 09 - Tallahassee, FL - Club Downunder
November 10 - Birmingham, AL - Bottletree
November 11 - New Orleans, LA - The Parish
November 12 - Houston, Tx - Walters on Washington
November 13 - Austin, Tx - The Parish
November 14 - Dallas, TX - Cambridge Room
November 16 - Little Rock, AR - Sticky Fingerz
November 18 - Louisville, KY - Zanzabar
November 20 - St. Louis, MO - Gargoyle Club
November 21 - Chicago, IL - TBA

"When The Devil's Loose" is out October 27th on Fat Possum.
*SE does not actual have a headquarters. :(

Dominique Young Unique

2009-09-12T18:23:00.000-07:00

'Dominique Young Unique' is a young nerd hop MC from Tampa, Florida. She's only 17 years old and somehow sounds like shes been in the game all her life. Just crowned Florida's best young musician, I feel she has a long career ahead of her. Give her a listen, Mp3 after the jump.

Dominique Young Unique - Music Time

Girls US/Euro Tour

2009-09-12T16:32:00.000-07:00

The San Fran based 'Girls' have decided to take their show on the road and are headed to Europe at the end of this month. 'Girls' Californian bedroom rock was a soundtrack to the last month of our summer. Most of "Albums" songs are a fresh take on beach bum rock, with lyrics that talk of "Beach House's" and "Bottle's Of Wine." "Hellhole Ratrace" is a perfect soundtrack for a road trip or just a sunny sunday afternoon. Pick up "Hellhole Ratrace" and "Lust For Life" then check out the tour dates after the jump.

Girls - Hellhole Ratrace

Girls - Lust For Life

Dates:
Sep 9 2009 9:00P
Great American Music Hall San Francisco, California
Sep 10 2009 9:00P
Bootleg Theatre LOS ANGELES, California
Sep 15 2009 6:00P
Amoeba, EARLY RECORD RELEASE SHOW San Franfuckingcisco Home!, California
Sep 21 2009 8:00P
Lexington London
Sep 23 2009 8:00P
Rotown Rotterdam
Sep 24 2009 8:00P
Reeperbahn Festival Hamburg
Sep 25 2009 8:00P
Debaser Malmo
Sep 26 2009 8:00P
Debaser Stolkholm
Sep 28 2009 8:00P
Paradiso Amsterdam
Sep 29 2009 8:00P
Big Bang Club Berlin
Sep 30 2009 8:00P
Atomic Cafe Munich
Oct 1 2009 8:00P
Club Exil Zurich
Oct 3 2009 8:00P
At La Barcelona
Oct 4 2009 9:00P
moby dick Madrid
Oct 6 2009 9:00P
point ephemere Paris
Oct 7 2009 9:00P
Botanique - Wiltoofbar Brussels
Oct 9 2009 9:00P
The Bodega Social Club Nottingham
Oct 10 2009 9:00P
Korova Liverpool
Oct 11 2009 8:00P
Night and Day Cafe Manchester
Oct 13 2009 9:00P
Captains Rest Glasgow
Oct 14 2009 9:00P
Sneaky Pete’s Edinburgh
Oct 15 2009 8:00P
Brudenell Social Club Leeds
Oct 16 2009 9:00P
The Cooler Bristol
Oct 17 2009 9:00P
Academy 3 Brimingham
Oct 19 2009 8:00P
The Albert Brighton
Oct 20 2009 9:00P
Hoxton bar & Kitchen London
Oct 21 2009 8:00P
Forum Tunbrige Wells
Oct 23 2009 9:00P
Y Fuwch Goch SWN festival Cardiff

"Album" is out September 22nd on True Panther Sounds.

Neon Indian

2009-09-12T14:09:00.000-07:00

Well by now most of you have probably heard of 'Neon Indian,' 'Vega's' initially side project that has actually grown more popular than his original exploit. While 'Vega' seems to go for a less gritty more danceable approach to music, 'Neon Indian' strives for a sandy, breezy, sample oriented style. Check out these two stellar remixes and a original song from "Psychic Chasms." Mp3s and dates after the jump.

Au Revoir Simone - Another Likely Story (Neon Indian Remix)

The Silent League - Here's A Star (Neon Indian Remix)

Neon Indian - Deadbeat Summer

Dates:
Sep 11 2009 8:00P
The Outland Ballroom Springfield, Missouri
Sep 12 2009 8:00P
MONOLITH FESTIVAL Morrison, Colorado
Sep 24 2009 8:00P
VICE Presents @ Westergas Factory Amsterdam
Sep 25 2009 8:00P
Novylon Antwerp
Sep 26 2009 8:00P
Cargo London
Sep 28 2009 8:00P
Harley Sheffield
Sep 29 2009 8:00P
BARFLY Camden
Oct 2 2009 8:00P
Emo’s (ACL after party avec !!!) Austin, Texas
Oct 14 2009 8:00P
Spannk Gainsville, Florida
Oct 15 2009 8:00P
Rokbar Miami, Florida
Oct 16 2009 8:00P
Club Down Under Tallahasee, Florida
Oct 17 2009 8:00P
TSI Jacksonville, Florida
Oct 18 2009 8:00P
The Earl Atlanta, Georgia
Oct 19 2009 8:00P
Rock n’ Roll Hotel Washington D.C
Oct 20 2009 8:00P
The Barbery Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Oct 24 2009 8:00P
Music Hall of Williamsburg New York, New York
Oct 25 2009 8:00P
La Paloma Sabanera Hartford, Connecticut
Oct 27 2009 8:00P
Lincoln Hall Chicago, Illinois
Oct 28 2009 8:00P
Magic Stick Detroit, Michigan
Oct 29 2009 8:00P
The Bishop Bloomington, Indiana
Oct 30 2009 8:00P
University of Wisconsin (Der Rathskeller) madison, Wisconsin
Oct 31 2009 8:00P
Granada Theater Dallas, Texas
Nov 7 2009 6:30P
FFF Fest Blue stage Austin, Texas
Nov 8 2009 8:00P
Bash Riprock’s Lubbock, Texas
Nov 10 2009 8:00P
Savoy! Cork
Nov 11 2009 8:00P
Kilby Court Salt Lake City, Utah
Nov 12 2009 8:00P
Neurolux Boise, Idaho
Nov 13 2009 8:00P
Lemon Beat Guadalajara
Nov 14 2009 8:00P
Pasaje America Mexico City
Nov 15 2009 8:00P
Nectar Lounge Seattle, Washington
Nov 16 2009 8:00P
Shine Vancouver, British Columbia
Nov 17 2009 8:00P
Mississippi Studios Portland, Oregon
Nov 19 2009 8:00P
rickshaw shop San Fransisco, California
Nov 20 2009 8:00P
Echoplex Los Angeles, California
Nov 21 2009 8:00P
Club congress Tuscon, Arizona
Nov 22 2009 8:00P
Rhythm Room Phoenix, Arizona
Dec 10 2009 8:00P
Savoy W/White Lies Cork
Dec 11 2009 8:00P
Primavera Club Madrid
Dec 12 2009 8:00P
Academy W/White Lies Dublin
Dec 12 2009 8:00P
Primavera Club Barcelona
Jan 2 2010 8:00P
Corner Hotel W/Chairlift Melbourne
Jan 7 2010 8:00P
Manning Bar W/Chairlift Sydney
Jan 8 2010 8:00P
Empire Sydney
Jan 9 2010 8:00P
Chillwave Festival Melbourne

"Psychic Chasms" is out September 28th on Lefse.

Spectrals

2009-09-12T12:27:00.000-07:00

'Spectrals' is lo-fi pop from across the pond. Hailing from Leeds, 'Spectrals' seems to posses a more American feel than anything else. With citing influences such as the 'Beach Boys' and calling himself the aforementioned "bleach boy" you would assume that he was from California, but you would be wrong. The sound he produces is close to that of his major influence, although it does seem more bedroom and less beach. "Don't Mind," his first single is a tribute to late Summer fun and "Leave Me Be" is more of a thought out jam that implements a cleaner recording technique. Mp3's and tour after the jump.

Spectrals - Don't Mind

Spectrals - Leave Me Be

Dates:
Sep 21 2009 8:00P
Brudenell Social Club W/ Nodzzz, Lovvers & Teen Sheikhs Leeds
Sep 26 2009 8:00P
The Fenton W/ Televised Crimewave & Trash Kit. Leeds
Oct 5 2009 8:00P
The Lexington W/ Sic Alps, Ty Segall & The Pheromoans London
Oct 7 2009 8:00P
The Fenton W/ Sic Alps, Ty Segall & Blood Crips Leeds
Oct 18 2009 8:00P
The Cockpit W/ The Big Pink Leeds
Oct 20 2009 8:00P
The Plug - Dirty Bingo Vs. Loud & Quiet Tour W/ Crocodiles & The Hipshakes. Sheffield
Oct 26 2009 8:00P
Old Blue Last W/ Desolation Wilderness (K Records). London
Oct 28 2009 8:00P
The Library W/ Desolation Wilderness (K Records) Leeds
Oct 29 2009 8:00P
The Basement W/ Desolation Wilderness (K Records) York
Oct 30 2009 8:00P
Chameleon Arts Cafe W/ Desolation Wilderness (K Records) Nottingham
Nov 25 2009 8:00P
Now Wave @ The Deaf Institute W/ Wavves & Mazes Manchester

'Spectrals' plans for an EP and an LP if not this year, then early in the following.

Desolation Wilderness

2009-09-10T18:31:00.000-07:00

A good lo-fi band from Washington state? A question that has been on my mind all summer. I figure there's a couple, Herr Jazz is the first one that comes to mind. With that being said, This next band shattered my expectations. I find myself surprised that I have not discovered this band already, since I have been binging on hazy, lazy, lo-fi surf rock these days. Although 'Desolation Wilderness' do credit themselves on being beachy they take a different approach to things other than say Real Estate. The music 'Des Wild' produces is far sutler and watery than any other band in the sub-genus of the "no-wave/shit-gaze" genre. "Boardwalk Theme" starts with a great guitar part that is drenched in reverb and soaked in the strumming of a backing guitar part. By the bridge you're hooked. Make sure to grab a copy. Mp3 and tour dates after the jump.

Desolation Wilderness - Boardwalk Theme

Dates:
Sep 10 2009 8:00P
3rd Floor Concert Hall, Community School of Music & Arts Ithaca, New York
Sep 11 2009 8:00P
Bennington College Bennington, Vermont
Sep 12 2009 8:00P
Silent Barn w/ Real Estate Brooklyn, New York
Sep 13 2009 8:00P
Cake Shop w/ The Intelligence, City Center, Gary War New York, New York
Sep 14 2009 8:00P
Death by Audio w/ Calvin Johnson, Arrington de Dionyso New York, New York
Sep 15 2009 8:00P
Philadelphia w/ Catholic Block Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Sep 16 2009 8:00P
Twisted Branch Tea Bazaar Charlottesville, Virginia
Sep 17 2009 8:00P
Gallery 5 w/ Cold Toast Richmond, Virginia
Sep 18 2009 8:00P
Snug Harbor w/ Sian Alice Group Charlotte, North Carolina
Sep 19 2009 8:00P
the Green Bean Greensboro, North Carolina
Sep 21 2009 8:00P
JJ’s Bohemia w/ Forest Magic! Chattanooga, Tennessee
Sep 22 2009 8:00P
Little Hamilton Nashville, Tennessee
Sep 23 2009 8:00P
Starlight House (3219 W. 7th Street) Little Rock, Arkansas
Sep 24 2009 8:00P
The Gallery (120 North 9th) w/ Real Live Tigers Fort Smith, Arkansas
Sep 25 2009 8:00P
Mountain House Dallas, Texas
Sep 26 2009 8:00P
Lamberts Austin, Texas
Sep 28 2009 8:00P
Hangart w/ Stephen Steinbrink Tucson, Arizona
Sep 29 2009 8:00P
’Ye Olde Bike Saviours House’ - 519 W. 19th St. w/ Stephen Steinbrink Tempe, Arizona
Sep 30 2009 8:00P
UC Irvine w/ Christmas Irvine, California
Oct 1 2009 8:00P
Silverlake Lounge w/ Christmas, Devon Williams, Infinite Body Los Angeles, California
Oct 2 2009 8:00P
Biko Garage w/ Christmas Santa Barbara, California
Oct 3 2009 8:00P
Center for Non-Violence w/ Christmas Santa Cruz, California
Oct 4 2009 3:00P
Mosswood Ampitheatre (early show) Oakland, California
Oct 5 2009 8:00P
Sacramento w/ Christmas Sacramento, California
Oct 6 2009 8:00P
The Green House w/ Christmas Arcata, California
Oct 8 2009 8:00P
Punx w/ Christmas Portland, Oregon
Oct 9 2009 8:00P
The Northern w/ Christmas, Lapuda Olympia, Washington
Oct 26 2009 8:00P
Old Blue Last London, London and South East
Oct 27 2009 8:00P
Meze Festival Newport, Wales
Oct 28 2009 8:00P
The Library Leeds, Midlands
Oct 29 2009 8:00P
The Basement York, Midlands
Oct 30 2009 8:00P
The Chameleon Nottingham, Midlands
Oct 31 2009 8:00P
Delawab Belfast, Northern Ireland
Nov 1 2009 1:00P
Start Together Studio Belfast, Northern Ireland

"New Universe" is out now on the amazing K-Records.

Cat Killer

2009-09-10T12:21:00.000-07:00

Cleveland Ohio's 'Cat Killer' is slowly on the rise to dream pop stardom. With blogs such as NPIP picking up his scent, its easy to conclude that this guy means business. Even though it is a solo project 'Cat Killer's' sound is only limited by the hazy recording methods taken that only adds to the already ethereal lyrics and guitar riffs. "Tree Limbs Together" is more of a late Summer song rather than a Fall jam, so snag a copy and take it to your end of the summer parties. Cat Killer also has a free EP(He even sends the CDR to your house!) out on his MySpace so make sure to message him about that. MP3 after the jump.

Cat Killer - Tree Limbs Together

There's no plans for a tour until a proper release, so we'll keep you posted.

Navajo Bixby

2009-09-09T20:27:00.000-07:00

The New Jersey based 'Navajo Bixby' is best described as a fusion of Panda Bear, El Guincho and The Beach Boys. "Many Ways" starts out with a poppy guitar rif and soon becomes a epic SP-404 beach party meltdown. "Moonlighting" is just as incredible, it starts with a simple strum which later on turns into a mish mash of odd Willy Wonka samples and what sounds like old surf rock guitar parts. The songs posted make up the debut demo from 'Navajo' but we'll make sure to keep you posted on any new updates.

Navajo Bixby - Many Ways

Navajo Bixby - Moonlighting

Young Buffalo

2009-09-09T18:46:00.000-07:00

Little is known about new comers 'Young Buffalo' but what we do know is that put out some great tunes. Take "New Beat" for example, this tribal freak-folkish song is reminiscent of olden day AnCo. "Catapilah" on the other hand is more of a up tempo foot stomping rumpus of awesomeness. Young Buffalo have a brand new demo on their MySpace for free, so be sure to pick up a copy. Mp3s and tour dates after jump.

Young Buffalo - New Beat

Young Buffalo - Catapilah

Dates:
Sep 11 2009 8:00P
proud larry’s w/ sanders bohlke oxford, Mississippi

First Post

2009-09-09T18:45:00.000-07:00

Welcome to the brand spanking new Small Estuaries (formerly known as 'What The Kids Don't Know'). Tyler and I plan to bring you the best of new music. This blog will have a lot less dialog and a lot more music then the former blog. This is to ensure that Ty and I won’t get burned out and so that we can post basically anytime as soon as great music is released. If you are a band and would like to contact us feel free to send us an e-mail. Also the MP3's that we do post are for demo use only, you really should just by the album.

Thanks for reading,

-Brian And Tyler