New Music Weekly: 'The Throw' by Jagwar Ma (2013)

Artist: Jagwar Ma
Song: The Throw
Year: 2013

Your Weekly Song Post: 'Lay It Down' by The Rubens (2011)

This week's song post goes to Australian indie-blues-soul-rock band The Rubens and their song Lay It Down. The Rubens are an indie-rock band hailing out of Menangle, NSW Australia, which was formed in February 2011, and consists of members Zaac Margin (guitar), Elliott Margin (vocals and keyboards), Sam Margin, (guitar and vocals), and Scott Baldwin (drums). I only discovered this band recently and really dig their sound and energy, and if you are keen on artists such as the Black Keys, or Cold War Kids then you will definitely like The Rubens. Lay It Down is one of their first single releases and I am stoked to hear more of their work! Also, be sure to check out this song and a few others at The Rubens' Unearthed Page HERE, cheers!

Your Daily Feature: 'Midnight City' by M83 (2011)

Today's feature song is Midnight City by French dream-pop/shoe-gazing artist M83. M83 (named after the spiral galaxy, Messier 83) is French musician Anthony Gonzalez who has been active on the scene since around 2001 and is based out of Antibes, France. Midnight City is a single release off of M83's upcoming Hurry Up, We're Dreaming album, which is set for an October 18th, 2011 release, so definitely look forward to that. If you like what you hear go to the website HERE and if you do it soon you can get a free mp3 download of this there!

Your Daily Feature: 'Sister Wife' by Alex Winston (2011)

Today's feature song is Sister Wife by American indie-pop-rock artist Alex Winston. Alexandra Winston is 23-year old singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist from Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. Sister Wife is a single-release/title track off of her 2nd EP Sister Wife, which was released out in April 2011. If you like what you hear you can head over to her MySpace page HERE, or her official website HERE. On another note I hope that you all like the new blog-name, I was getting a bit tired of the old one and felt it needed an upgrade of sorts.

Your Daily Feature: 'What Am I Supposed To Do?' by Sietta (2011)

Your Daily Feature track for today is What Am I Supposed To Do? by Australian electronic-soul duo Sietta. Sietta is the duo of James Mangohig (producer/instrumentalist) and Caiti Baker (vocalist) and they originate out of Darwin in the Northern Territory of Australia. Now its interesting because when I first heard this song I thought it was a new Beyonce song, but turns out its this great new duo from Darwin! What Am I Supposed To Do? is a new single release, and it can be heard and downloaded for free on their Facebook page HERE, so check that out if you like it.

Feature Song of the Day = 'Can't Hear my Eyes' by Ariel Pink's Haunted Graffiti (2010)

Today's feature song is Can't Hear My Eyes, by Los Angeles based recording artists/psychedlic-indie-pop collaboration Ariel Pink's Haunted Graffiti. Ariel Pink (Ariel Marcus Rosenberg) is a recording artist who is the primary member of the band, which has had various other musicians and personnel do bits and pieces of work under the band name, and their are about 17 of them in total so I won't name them all here.  Rosenberg has been active on the music scene in L.A. since 1996. Can' Hear My Eyes comes off of the lastest album titled Before Today, which was released on June, 8th 2010. If you like what you hear you can find this album on ITunes, or you can head over Ariel Pink's website HERE.

Feature Song of the Day = 'Can't Shake This Feeling' by Grum (2010)

Today's feature song is Can't Shake This Feeling, by UK electro-artist Grum. Grum (Graeme Shepard) has been active on the synth-electro music scene since 2007 and he originates out of Leeds, UK. Can't Shake This Feeling comes off of his May 2010 debut album titled Heartbeats, which I would highly recommend checking out if you are into the synth-electro scene and are fond of artists like Cut Copy, Van She, The Presets, Miami Horror, and Tesla Boy.  If you like what you hear be sure to visit his MySpace page HERE, and note that you can purchase this album now on ITunes or Amazon.

Todays Feature Song = 'Jacksons Last Stand' by Ou Est Le Swimming Pool (2010)

Today' s feature song is Jackson's Last Stand by British synth-pop group Ou Est Le Swimming Pool. Ou Est Le Swimming Pool originate out of Camden, London UK and consisted of members Charles Haddon (ex-lead singer, is now deceased), Joe Hutchinson, and Caan Capan. This song was the 3rd single released by the group, and it was released on July 12th, 2010 which later also appeared on their debut album titled The Golden Year. The release of that album was delayed from its original release date when the lead vocalist Charles Haddon tragically committed suicide on August 20th, 2010  following a performance in Belgium, and so I will dedicate this post in honor of his memory as well as to honor his friends and family. R.I.P.

Feature Song of the Day = 'Hello, How Low Can You Go?' by Ross De Chene Hurricanes (2010)

Today's song is...Hello, How Low Can You Go?, by Australian indie-garage-rock band Ross de Chene Hurricanes. Ross de Chene Hurricanes originate out of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia and consists of members Justin Kuchel (on Drums), and Mark Doman (on Vocals and Guitar). Hello, How Low Can You Go? comes off of their Kicking the Jams album which was released in October of 2010, and is available for free download at their website HERE. For any further info on this band check out their MySpace page HERE, or you can also check out their Unearthed page HERE. Good stuff!

Today's Feature Song = 'A Common Tale' by Radio Star (2011)

And the song of the day is...A Common Tale by Australian indie-rock-trash-pop group Radio Star. Radio Star originate out of Melbourne, Australia's Upper East Side and consists of members Zack, Will, Patty and Jake. A Common Tale is a new single released in February of 2011, and is currently available as a free mp3 download on their Unearthed page HERE, and also be sure to check out their MySpace Page HERE for more info and music.

Today's Feature Song = 'Little By Little' by Radiohead (2011)

Today's feature song is Little By Little by British experimental rock Gods Radiohead.  Now Radiohead has been around just about forever, and we are all well aware of their work, but I had to post a song off their latest album titled King of Limbs, which was of course just released this month (February of 2011). Knowing Radiohead like we do, we also know that they never fail to disappoint, and this album, while a bit more mellow, is anything but disappointing. I had the luxury of actually seeing them live in Vancouver B.C. upon the release of their Hail To The Thief album, and to this day it is still the highest quality concert (in every way) that I have been to, and I believe it has something to do with the band's quality of presence and performance, and of course the beautiful natural setting their at Thunderbird Stadium. If you haven't yet bought their new album, do it, you won't be sorry, it is available at their website for purchase and download HERE. Everything in its right place...

Feature Song of the Day = 'Need You Now' by Cut Copy (2011)

Today's feature song is...Need You Now, by Australian indie-synth-pop group Cut Copy. Cut Copy are fresh out of Melbourne, Victoria (Australia) and consists of members Dan Whitford (vocals, keyboards, and guitar), Tim Hoey (bass guitar and sampler), and Mitchell Scott (drums). It all began with Dan Whitford who is both a DJ and a graphic designer, and in fact Whitford released the first single and EP on his own before he recruited the other band members that comprise the band today. I have had the privilege of seen Cut Copy live on two occasions, and I highly recommend checking them out live if you ever get this chance, a very good show. Need You Now comes off of their recently released (February 8th, 2011) Zonoscope album. If you like what you hear from these lads then head on over to their MySpace page HERE, or head on over to the band website and get yourself a free mp3 download when you sign up for their mailing list HERE.
Cut Copy – Need You Now found on Pop

Feature Song of the Day = 'The Show Goes On' by Lupe Fiasco (2011)

Today's feature song is The Show Goes On by Chicago based rapper/hip-hop artist/producer/CEO Lupe Fiasco. Lupe Fiasco has been active out on the rap-pop music scene since 2000 and he was born and raised in Chicago, Illinois USA. He started off by recording songs in his father's basement and then became a member of a group called Da Pak, which would disband a short time following its inception. A little later on he met rapper/producer Jay-Z who helped get a record deal with Atlantic Records. By 2006 he had released his debut album, followed up by a second album in 2007 and charted hits as well. Its amazing how much a person's life can change or not change in the short span of just a year or two, which never ceases to amaze me. The Show Goes On is the first single release off of his upcoming third studio album titled LASERS. This single was released in the USA on November 9th, 2010 and it peaked at #57 on the US Billboard Hot 100, and at #23 on the US Rap Songs (Billboard). Check out his website HERE for more info and songs by Lupe Fiasco.

Feature Song of the Day = 'King of the Stars' by Dr Don Don (2011)

Today's feature song is Australian mid-summer dance hit King Of The Stars, by Dr Don Don. Dr Don Don is actually the dance alter-ego of Sydney-based hip-hop producer Chasm (Chris Hamer-Smith). King of the Stars is his second single, which was released in Australia on January 15th, 2011. If you want to check out some of his other works you can head on over to his website HERE, or his MySpace page HERE, or even to his Facebook page HERE. He also has this song up for listening on a Soundcloud page HERE. Enjoy peeps!

Today's Feature Song = 'Not In Love' by Crystal Castles (feat. Robert Smith) (2010)

Today's feature song is Not In Love (feat. Robert Smith) by Toronto-based Canadian electronica-band Crystal Castles. The song featured here involves guest vocals by Robert Smith, who is the lead-singer for a little band called The Cure. Crystal Castles have been active on the electronica music scene since 2004 and consists of producer Ethan Kath and vocalist Alice Glass. They have released 2 studio albums, and Not In Love (feat. Robert Smith) appears on their Crystal Castles II album, which was released in April of 2010. It is the 3rd single release, and a remix version at that, that comes off of that album. Be sure to check out their website HERE, or their MySpace page HERE for more band and music information. Snap!

Feature Song of the Day = 'I Can Show You' by Tim and Jean (2010)

Today's Feature Song is I Can Show You, by Australian indie-electro-pop duo Tim and Jean. Tim and Jean are Tim Ayre and Jean Capotorto who come out of Perth, Western Australia. They started up a MySpace page and ended up entering Triple J's Unearthed High School competition for unsigned bands, in which they made it to the finals with their song Come Around. They were later then selected to by that radio station to play at the Parklife Festival. They have not yet released an official album or EP, but they have played internationally and in America when they were a supporting act for Moby. If you like what you hear on this post then go check out their MySpace page HERE for more songs and band info, or you can also check out their Unearthed page HERE which includes a free and legal 128kbps-mp3 download of their song Come Around (which is also available for purchase at HQ in the ITunes store. They do sound a bit like Passion Pit, especially the keyboard style they play in this song, so if you are a Passion Pit fan you will probably dig the musical styles of Tim and Jean. Check it!

Today's Feature Song = 'Crazy For You' by Best Coast (2010)

Today's feature song is Crazy for You by American indie-garage-pop trio Best Coast. Best Coast are based in Los Angeles, California and its members are Bethany Cosentino ( songwriter/lead vocals), Bobb Bruno (multiple-instruments) and Ali Koehler (drums). This song appears as the second track of of their Crazy for You album, which was released in July, 2010 on the Mexican Summer Record Label. The album peaked at #36 on the US Album Charts upon its release. If you like what you hear and you want some more band info and songs to listen to then come off it and check out the Best Coast MySpace page HERE. Something tells me they like cats...

Today's Feature Song = 'Breaker Breaker' by Peter, Bjorn, and John

Today's feature song is Breaker Breaker by Swedish indie-rock band Peter, Bjorn, and John. Peter, Bjorn, and John have been active on the rock-music scene since 1999, they are based out of Stockholm, Sweden, and consist of members Peter Morén (vocals, guitar and harmonica), Björn Yttling (bass guitar, keyboards and vocals) and John Eriksson (drums, percussion and vocals). Breaker Breaker is a single that will appear on their latest album titled Gimme Some, which is set to be released in the USA on March 28th, 2011. Check out their website HERE for more band information.

Feature Song of the Day = 'Finale' by Funeral Party

Today's feature song is a littlet track called Finale, by American four-piece indie/alternative-rock band Funeral Party. Funeral Party have been active on the music scene since 2004, they originate out of Whittier, California USA, and consist of members Chad Elliott (vocals and keyboards), James Lawrence Torres (guitar), Kimo Kauhola (bass guitar), and Tim Madrid (drums). According to their Wikipedia page they decided to form the band after hanging out together in the local park, and they named the band after a song by The Cure. Finale is a single, and it was released in December of 2010. It also appears on their upcoming debut studio album titled The Golden Age of Knowing, which is set to be released in the USA on March 29, 2011. You can, however purchase the single on ITunes or Amazon at present. If you like what you've heard then head over to their band website HERE for more band info. Hoorah!

Today's Feature Song = 'Through the Night' by Grum

Today's feature song is Through the Night, by UK electro-artist Grum. Grum (Graeme Shepard) has been active on the synth-electro music scene since 2007 and he originates out of Leeds, UK. Through the Night comes off of his May 2010 debut album titled Heartbeats, which I would highly recommend checking out if you are into the synth-electro scene and are fond of artists like Cut Copy, Van She, The Presets, Miami Horror, and Tesla Boy.  If you like what you hear be sure to visit his MySpace page HERE, and note that you can purchase this album now on ITunes or Amazon.