Archive | July, 2013

Now Playing: Kings of Leon – “Supersoaker”

17 Jul

Today’s a great day for me and anyone else who’s a fan of Kings of Leon. The quartet dropped “Supersoaker,” the first single from their upcoming sixth LP, Mechanical Bull. Cannot wait to have them perform at Life is Beautiful Festival, October 26-27 in Las Vegas!

Welcome to the summer of Kings!

Now Playing: Joey Bada$$ – Summer Knights #Mixtape #MusicMonday

15 Jul

Recently I was asked what am I listening to and I actually couldn’t give a direct answer since I’ve been all over the place with my music selections these days. The easiest thing to say was my July Playlist because those bands I’m totally digging right now but actually for the last week I’ve been hooked on the the new Joey Bada$$ mixtape, Summer Knights. Definitely something you’re going to want to download and you can do so by clicking THIS link.  My favorite track thus far, “My Yout” ft. Collie Buddz.

 

Chipotle + Music = Nourishment For Your Belly and Brain – Meet the guy behind the music while you eat

12 Jul

I love Chipotle and have always dug their music when I step foot into a store. Since they are celebrating two decades of burrito goodness, Westword in Denver ran a series of articles on the mad successful franchise including THIS ONE on Christopher Golub, the man behind the soundtrack you enjoy each and every time you eat at a Chipotle.

Now Playing: @PassionPit remix of @PortugalTheMan “Purple Yellow Red & Blue”

10 Jul

Love this. Two of my Life is Beautiful performers on one track! Check out this Portugal. The Man “Purple Yellow Red & Blue” remix by Passion Pit. The original track is awesome by itself (PTM performed it live on Conan last night) but this electrofied version in contagious. Listen and repeat! Cannot wait until October!

Now Playing CHVRCHES – “Falling” (HAIM Cover) – WOW WOW WOW

9 Jul

First song you should listen to this morning is this ridiculous cover of HAIM’s “Falling” by Chvrches. If you’re a fan of Chvrches you know how soft and sweet Lauren Mayberry’s vocals are which stand out in this track with the band’s electro beats, making this an instant hit. Now perhaps HAIM want to give their try at “Recover” in the near future?!

 

Best of 2013……so far

8 Jul

We’ve officially passed the halfway mark of 2013 which means a lot of “best of” lists are starting to trickle out on the internet. Below are a few you’ll want to check out.  What are some of your favorites from 2013 so far?  As for mine?  Check out my Spotify playlists from the first half of the year and you’ll get a good taste.

Time Magazine – The 25 Best Songs of 2013 (so far)

Paste Magazine – The Best Albums of 2013 (so far)

NPR Music’s 50 Favorite Songs of 2013 (so far)

Stereogum’s Top 25 Music Videos of 2013 (so far)

DoYouHearTheMusic.com July 2013 Playlist

5 Jul

I had planned to post this yesterday but I guess the 4th of July celebrations got in the way! Either way, it’s time to head into the weekend and with that, here is a new playlist to crank up while you’re enjoying the holiday weekend. Hope you enjoy!

New Music: Thelma Plum – “Around Here”

3 Jul

It’s a good day for new music so why not share my latest obsession, Thelma Plum.  Personally I think you’re going to fall in love with her sweet and soulful sound, just like I did.  The 18 year old is the latest gem to blossom out of Australia and I suggest you give a listen to her EP, Rosie, immediately but in the mean time, give a listen below to “Around Here.”

 

New Music: Beck – “I Won’t Be Long”

2 Jul

Long live new music Tuesday! Beck has dropped yet another new single! This one, “I Won’t Be Long.” Give a listen and get ready for Beck to rock the stage at Life is Beautiful this October in Las Vegas!!

 

Life is Beautiful #DTLVMS Wednesday at Park on Fremont

2 Jul

Fireworks, Grilling, Apple Pie, and some good American music sounds just what the doctor ordered this 4th of July and we’re getting things started a night early! The next installment of the Life is Beautiful Downtown Las Vegas Music Showcase is going Americana this Wednesday night as we invade the parking lot at Park on Fremont for an evening of sweet music. Homegrown festival act, Beau Hodges Band will headline a great night of music also featuring Justin Mather, Easy 8’s, Kalsey Kulyk and Megan Barker! Hope you can make it, going to be a fun one!  Also if you’re one of the first 50 people in attendance you’ll be able to snag one of these schnazzy posters designed by local artists Hernan Valencia.

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