Nova Scotia’s Wintersleep have announced their Spring tour dates, as well as released their new single, “Nothing is Anything (Without You),” which could very well be the soundtrack to your summer fling. It might not be an everlasting classic, but it’ll be stuck in your head for a memorable period of time. This track is off their upcoming record, ...
Ane Brun is a Matador of Song at Bowery Ballroom
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Live Reviews
Friday, 11 May 2012 07:29
In her performance at Bowery Ballroom, Ane Brun was able to balance minimalism with impact, creating stirring compositions that were enigmatic in their subtlety. This was evident from the first song, “These Days,” which she sang with controlled urgency, backed by soft organ and just enough percussion to push the pulse. This, and every one of her ...
Imagine Dragons Wow The Independent in San Francisco
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Thursday, 10 May 2012 16:56
Years from now, when Las Vegas-based Imagine Dragons are playing to sold out arenas and aren’t considered a new band; fans will look back on nights like Tuesday at the Independent in San Francisco and wonder why they weren’t there. They’ll wonder how they could have missed out on such a ridiculously talented band and notice that back in 2012, Ima...
The Walkman Release "We Can't Be Beat" Off Heaven And Announce Tour Dates
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Wednesday, 09 May 2012 11:06
Fat Possum Records is pleased to release "We Can't Be Beat," the lead track from The Walkmen's upcoming album Heaven, on May 29th. The record is the band's sixth and was produced by Phil Ek (Fleet Foxes, Shins, Band of Horses) in Seattle.
The Walkmen just celebrated their 10th anniversary and are still comprised of the same members that star...
While the majority of Angelinos spent their Cinco de Mayo drinking strong margaritas at unnecessarily busy Mexican restaurants, I spent mine at The Fonda Theatre in Hollywood with Ernest Greene and his band, Washed Out.
I’ve been a fan of Greene’s tranquil brand of chillwave since he released his first EP in 2009, and I was one of the many who h...
For the past half-decade, Silversun Pickups have brought their brand of fuzzed out, droned guitar rock to the masses. The quartet has been one of the best new bands to come from the indie hotbed of Silver Lake in Los Angeles. They’ve garnered legions of fans across the globe with by doing what they do best: writing catchy tunes while remaining tr...
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TV Appearance: LA rockers @BewareoDarkness just made their network TV debut on @ConanOBrien. New album and tour. http://t.co/F2bkpYkoKR
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Interview: Samuel and Sinosa of LA avant pop band @folchen discuss their latest album and musical etch-a-sketch. http://t.co/yzE3rFnINV
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Review: Limits of Desire from Small Black. The "drum and drifting voice carries us through." @SmallBlk @jagjaguwar http://t.co/Q4PcACz0sa
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Featured Artist: The Neighbourhood, now touring the US, supporting their new album @ColumbiaRecords. @thenbhd http://t.co/wQH8As8arH
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