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If you've been following my writings on my old blog you will not at all be surprised to see me writing about another Swedish band. This time it is Icona Pop.
They only came to my attention after being featured on the Kitsuné compilation with their track 'Manners.'
Manners (Extended) by IconaPop
Icona Pop are Caroline Hjelt and Aino Jawo, DJ's, artists and now band members.
'Manners' is very much a girl-power song. Not least because of the defiantly delivered vocals, but also the lyrical content and the heavy percussive influence really drives it home.
They also have another track floating around the Interwebs. 'Still Don't Know' is another track of pure pop fun in a similar vein to 'Manners.'
Still Don't Know by IconaPop
I, for one, hope to see more from them this year and am hopeful that the photo used on their website is in fact an album cover.
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Friday 7 January 2011
Thursday 6 January 2011
NEW HOME
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Blue Valentine
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Having not seen it yet and been given a synopsis, I feel it would be ludicrous not to use that to describe the film. So, here it is:
"One of the standout films at this year’s Sundance, London and Cannes Film Festivals, the critically-acclaimed BLUE VALENTINE is an intense, tender and beautifully observed love story for anyone that’s ever been in love. Driven by stand-out performances from Academy Award nominees Ryan Gosling (LARS AND THE REAL GIRL, HALF NELSON) and Michelle Williams (BROKEBACK MOUNTAIN, SYNECDOCHE NEW YORK, SHUTTER ISLAND), the film follows the path of a contemporary married couple with a young daughter as they contemplate the blissful early days of their relationship in contrast to their current marital challenges. Flooded with romantic memories of their courtship when they were both full of youthful hope about their lives together, Dean and Cindy use one night to try and save their marriage. Brooklyn-based folk rock band Grizzly Bear provides a fitting soundtrack to this beautifully cool film - an honest, heartfelt and refreshingly real portrait of a relationship on the rocks."
I believe this is out on the 14th January.
If that's not enough to tempt you, then have a look at the trailer.
Having not seen it yet and been given a synopsis, I feel it would be ludicrous not to use that to describe the film. So, here it is:
"One of the standout films at this year’s Sundance, London and Cannes Film Festivals, the critically-acclaimed BLUE VALENTINE is an intense, tender and beautifully observed love story for anyone that’s ever been in love. Driven by stand-out performances from Academy Award nominees Ryan Gosling (LARS AND THE REAL GIRL, HALF NELSON) and Michelle Williams (BROKEBACK MOUNTAIN, SYNECDOCHE NEW YORK, SHUTTER ISLAND), the film follows the path of a contemporary married couple with a young daughter as they contemplate the blissful early days of their relationship in contrast to their current marital challenges. Flooded with romantic memories of their courtship when they were both full of youthful hope about their lives together, Dean and Cindy use one night to try and save their marriage. Brooklyn-based folk rock band Grizzly Bear provides a fitting soundtrack to this beautifully cool film - an honest, heartfelt and refreshingly real portrait of a relationship on the rocks."
I believe this is out on the 14th January.
If that's not enough to tempt you, then have a look at the trailer.
TEETH
Y'all may already have heard of TEETH, I mean, 'See Spaces' was pretty hard to miss. Not least because it's absolutely aces and also because there were approximately 32,594 remixes released, and that's being conservative.
Recently, they've been cooking up some phat beatz in the studio for their new album and have released a demo version of their track 'U-R-1,' which you can listen to right here.
They've also put the tracks from their first tape up on the web. A little rough around the edges, but it's pretty frenetic stuff and sounds good for busting moves. Reminds me a little of Heartsrevolution, but they're still very different.
Jammers by TEETH
You can also catch these guys on a mini-tour with none other than Sleigh Bells and, for one night only on 14th Feb, MEN. That could possibly be the best line-up you'll see all year. For realsies.
EB 14TH LONDON TICKETS http://bit.ly/OMGLONDON
FEB 15TH BRIGHTON TICKETS http://bit.ly/OMGBRIGHTON
FEB 16TH NOTTINGHAM TICKETS http://bit.ly/OMGNOTTINGHAM
Recently, they've been cooking up some phat beatz in the studio for their new album and have released a demo version of their track 'U-R-1,' which you can listen to right here.
They've also put the tracks from their first tape up on the web. A little rough around the edges, but it's pretty frenetic stuff and sounds good for busting moves. Reminds me a little of Heartsrevolution, but they're still very different.
Jammers by TEETH
You can also catch these guys on a mini-tour with none other than Sleigh Bells and, for one night only on 14th Feb, MEN. That could possibly be the best line-up you'll see all year. For realsies.
EB 14TH LONDON TICKETS http://bit.ly/OMGLONDON
FEB 15TH BRIGHTON TICKETS http://bit.ly/OMGBRIGHTON
FEB 16TH NOTTINGHAM TICKETS http://bit.ly/OMGNOTTINGHAM
Wednesday 5 January 2011
Lady Lazarus
Where have I been lately? Despite my moral obligation to stuff my face full of food and get lots of cool stuff in the name of the birth of our Lord and Saviour, I should still be on here more often.
Well, much like Lazarus, who was himself apparently brought back from the dead by that very same Lord and Saviour, I am back, and I do intend to be back for good.
Today's post is about Lady Lazarus. Currently based in Savannah, Georgia, this lady is quite the creative powerhouse. Melissa Ann Sweat is a poet, writer, almost-journalist, almost-film student at Werner Herzog’s Rogue School, and fine artist originally from San Jose, Calif.
Crafting beautifully minimal and atmospheric songs that get almost get by solely with a piano and a barely there voice which create a wonderfully dreamy atmosphere that you could just get lost in forever.
Sick Child - Lady Lazarus
Well, much like Lazarus, who was himself apparently brought back from the dead by that very same Lord and Saviour, I am back, and I do intend to be back for good.
Today's post is about Lady Lazarus. Currently based in Savannah, Georgia, this lady is quite the creative powerhouse. Melissa Ann Sweat is a poet, writer, almost-journalist, almost-film student at Werner Herzog’s Rogue School, and fine artist originally from San Jose, Calif.
Crafting beautifully minimal and atmospheric songs that get almost get by solely with a piano and a barely there voice which create a wonderfully dreamy atmosphere that you could just get lost in forever.
Sick Child - Lady Lazarus
Friday 17 December 2010
My Best Albums of 2010
Initially, I was pretty reluctant to do a 'best of' list since it would be filled entirely with stuff that you've probably seen elsewhere. Unless of course you get all your hot music news from me. In which case, I feel I must tell you, you can do better. Honestly.
But then I thought, what the hell, let's do this!
In no particular order:
1. First Aid Kit - The Big Black And The Blue
What's not to like? The wonderful vocals, that are actually properly sung and not just spoken, over the top of the gentle guitars are just beautiful. I just want to sit on the floor cross legged in front of them sitting on stools, wearing big cable knit jumpers and have them sing to me.
2. Solar Bears - She Was Coloured In
An exceptional and atmospheric record, that is rewarding with every listen. Really feels like it could be used as a film score.
3. Delorean - Subiza
I think it is actually physically impossible to be unhappy when listening to this album. Equally good on the iPod, or for busting moves in da club. Actually, it's so fun it'll have you busting moves when it's on your iPod.
4. Foals - Total Life Forever
I'll leave it to Hot Chocolate to describe what I think of each of the tracks on this album:
5. Crystal Castles - Crystal Castles (II)
It was a toss up between this and Ariel Pink's Haunted Graffiti, but in the end I felt it would be ridiculous to not include an album that has racked up so many listens, not that that was the sole criterion for these choices. Far from it. But, I'm a sucker for bangin music and I did really like it.
There you go, them's me top 5. Like I said, the decision process was not based on what I've listened to the most, which may be a bit ridiculous. But, the decisions make sense to me, although I am disappointed I didn't find room for Ariel Pink.
Silly me.
I hope these choices weren't too offensive, but feel free to (politely) stake your claim for your favourites. If indeed anyone is out there and reads this.
But then I thought, what the hell, let's do this!
In no particular order:
1. First Aid Kit - The Big Black And The Blue
What's not to like? The wonderful vocals, that are actually properly sung and not just spoken, over the top of the gentle guitars are just beautiful. I just want to sit on the floor cross legged in front of them sitting on stools, wearing big cable knit jumpers and have them sing to me.
2. Solar Bears - She Was Coloured In
An exceptional and atmospheric record, that is rewarding with every listen. Really feels like it could be used as a film score.
3. Delorean - Subiza
I think it is actually physically impossible to be unhappy when listening to this album. Equally good on the iPod, or for busting moves in da club. Actually, it's so fun it'll have you busting moves when it's on your iPod.
4. Foals - Total Life Forever
I'll leave it to Hot Chocolate to describe what I think of each of the tracks on this album:
5. Crystal Castles - Crystal Castles (II)
It was a toss up between this and Ariel Pink's Haunted Graffiti, but in the end I felt it would be ridiculous to not include an album that has racked up so many listens, not that that was the sole criterion for these choices. Far from it. But, I'm a sucker for bangin music and I did really like it.
There you go, them's me top 5. Like I said, the decision process was not based on what I've listened to the most, which may be a bit ridiculous. But, the decisions make sense to me, although I am disappointed I didn't find room for Ariel Pink.
Silly me.
I hope these choices weren't too offensive, but feel free to (politely) stake your claim for your favourites. If indeed anyone is out there and reads this.
Wednesday 15 December 2010
Dude Locker Christmas Album 2010
Today, I'm just going to point you in the direction of this, the Dude Locker Christmas Album 2010.
There is a real good mix of music on here. Hip-hop, metal, indie-folk and more in-between.
The Dude Locker is a DIY art space based in Columbus, Ohio. Those of you with exceptional memories will remember that this is also the home of Way Yes who were featured on here not much more than 3 weeks ago. And yes, they are on this album, providing an excellent Christmas version of 'Dreadlock Holiday.'
This is available on a 'name your price' basis, but remember that these guys aren't super-mega rich stars like Radiohead who can afford to give away their music for free. And, hey, it's Christmas dude.
There is a real good mix of music on here. Hip-hop, metal, indie-folk and more in-between.
The Dude Locker is a DIY art space based in Columbus, Ohio. Those of you with exceptional memories will remember that this is also the home of Way Yes who were featured on here not much more than 3 weeks ago. And yes, they are on this album, providing an excellent Christmas version of 'Dreadlock Holiday.'
This is available on a 'name your price' basis, but remember that these guys aren't super-mega rich stars like Radiohead who can afford to give away their music for free. And, hey, it's Christmas dude.
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