Video Of The Week: She & Him – In The Sun
posted March 19, 2010, 9:55 am by dscanland | Filed Under Video | 
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Tags: She & Him, M. Ward, Zooey Deschanel, Volume 2, Video
M. Ward has been busy again and released another She & Him album with Zooey Deschanel (yes, the actress). If the video for In The Sun is any sign, the album should be quite fun.
Recs from Dinosaur Bones
posted March 17, 2010, 8:28 am by dscanland | Filed Under Recommendations from the Celebrity Mind | Leave a Comment
Tags: Dinosaur Bones, Attack In Black, Land of Talk, Timber Timbre, French Kicks, Recommendations
In late 2009, Ontario’s Dinosaur Bones entered the studio with producer Jon Drew (Fucked Up, Tokyo Police Club, the Arkells) to lay down the foundation for their long-anticipated debut LP. Until then, anxious fans can take solace in a 7-inch, being released February 2nd 2010 – consider it a preview of what is to come.
We caught up with the band to find out what they’ve been listening to lately: Read more
Video Of The Week: Album Leaf – There Is A Wind
posted March 12, 2010, 9:22 am by dscanland | Filed Under Video | Leave a Comment
Tags: The Album Leaf, A Chorus of Storytellers, There Is A Wind, Video
The Album Leaf have a new album out called A Chorus of Storytellers on Sub Pop. They’ve done a great video for the lead single called There Is A Wind.
I love the Hot Wheels corvette being played with in the dirt. So many visual metaphors. Enjoy and have a great weekend.
Recs from Meghan Wolf
posted March 10, 2010, 9:00 am by dscanland | Filed Under Recommendations from the Celebrity Mind | Leave a Comment
Tags: Meghan Wolf, Rachel Platten, Dallin Applebaum, Owen Beverly, Recommendations
Meghan Wolf quietly released Theory of Gravity late last year to rave reviews. We caught up with Wolf and found out some music that keeps her motivated:
Episode 67: Indie Of The Year 2009 Wrap-up
posted March 9, 2010, 7:07 pm by dscanland | Filed Under Podcast | Leave a Comment
Tags: Amplexus, Fortune and Spirits, Wedlock, Bassel, Indie Of The Year, Podcast
It’s a little late because I was hoping I would have some music from Back-up Johnny to put in here but alas, I don’t. Anyway, thanks to all of the IOTY 2009 contestants and congrats to the top winners.
- Broken Bottle Blues No. 2 - My Cousin, The Emperor (A Long Way From Home)
- Until The Morning – Mark Sanderlin (The One You Need)
- The Arrival – Tona (Direct Deposit)
- As Sweet as the Summer – Bassel (Bassel EP)
- The Handbook For The Recently Deceased – Amplexus
- Addition By Subtraction – Wedlock (Continuity)
- Archangel, the Murderer – Fortune & Spirits (Demos)
Video Of The Week: OK Go – This Too Shall Pass
posted March 5, 2010, 9:57 am by dscanland | Filed Under Video | Leave a Comment
Tags: OK Go, This Too Shall Pass, Video
OK Go have done it again with yet another very cool, one shot(?) video. Mousetrap anyone?
Cool little Apples in Stereo video featuring Elijah Wood
posted March 5, 2010, 12:37 am by dscanland | Filed Under Video | Leave a Comment
Tags: Apples In Stereo, Travellers in Space in Time, Video
Recs from War Tapes
posted March 3, 2010, 9:09 am by dscanland | Filed Under Recommendations from the Celebrity Mind | Leave a Comment
Tags: Ravonettes, Last Shadow Puppets, Passion Pit, Mew, War Tapes, recommendations
War Tapes includes Neil Popkin (singer/rhythm guitarist, from Boston), his sister Becca Popkin (bassist, also from Boston), Matt Bennett (lead guitar, from Hawaii) and William Mohler (drummer, from SoCal). They’ve been raking in rave reviews since their 2006 live debut, and the early buzz on War Tapes earned airplay on such tastemaker radio stations as BBC Radio 1 and Live 105 in San Francisco, while “Dreaming of You” was aired on NBC’s New Year’s Eve with Carson Daly (and “The Night Unfolds” for a week in March).
We caught up to the band for a slew of great recommendations: Read more
Follow Deep Elm Records on Twitter and Get 2 Free CDs
posted March 1, 2010, 6:49 pm by dscanland | Filed Under Contest | 3 Comments
Tags: Deep Elm, Contest, Free CDs
Deep Elm Records is giving away 2 Free CDs of your choice to everyone following the label on Twitter (www.twitter.com/deepelm). The label has set aside over $30,000 in Free CDs to give away to fans as a way of saying thanks for supporting this truly independent record label. Supplies are limited, so act fast! Read more
Minus The Bear announce new album, Omni
posted February 26, 2010, 5:43 pm by dscanland | Filed Under Releases | Leave a Comment
Tags: Minus The Bear, Omni
Seattle-based quintet Minus the Bear are very excited to announce the release of their new album, OMNI, set for a May 4th release on Dangerbird Records. Produced by Grammy Award winning producer Joe Chiccarelli (The White Stripes, My Morning Jacket), OMNI showcases the quintet’s remarkable gift to craft visionary and gripping compositions, and with the assistance of Chiccarelli, revealing new layers in their songwriting as they pursue the next level in their inimitable musical style. With the exploration of erotic themes and fascinating tales of human sexual relationships, OMNI is a riveting new album of rich soundscapes illustrated by Minus The Bear’s trademark precision and tremendous growth as artistic lyricists and songwriters. Beginning April 21st, Minus the Bear will embark on a 6-week North American tour premiering these new tracks. Dates to be announced shortly.OMNI marks the first release for the band on Dangerbird Records.
