Here we go, a new track from Madeon, “The City” available today in the States. Head over to iTunes and download.
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My New Music: Family of the Year
22 AugWow, I can’t believe I haven’t put these guys below on the blog after their album has been on repeat for me the past month plus. Without further adieu, your music for today.
Four words: Family of the Year
Who? A four-piece indie outfit from LA with ties to different parts of the country and across the pond.
What? A kickass, highly talented band throwing you a bit of indie-rock and pop, folk, island vibes and more in a way that works and will have you hand clapping and boot stomping in no time.
Why you should listen? Just play their new album, Loma Vista, and you’ll understand exactly why.
A reason you’ll be excited? If you like GROUPLOVE, you’re going to really dig these guys as they feature an array of vocals and variety of instruments to craft a fun, uplifting sound.
Why I’m excited: This band has been around since 2009 but I only recently discovered them and can’t wait to dive into earlier works but am more impressed with their most recent album which is seriously on repeat a few times a week.
If you like: GROUPLOVE, The Belle Brigade, Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros, The Lumineers, GIVERS.
Final thoughts: It’s just some damn good music so listen up.
New Music: Mumford & Sons – “I Will Wait”
7 AugWho’s excited? I know I am and counting down the days until Mumford & Sons release the much anticipated album, Babel on September 25. Here is the official audio of “I Will Wait” released today by Mumford & Sons.
Thanks for the tip, Paste Magazine.
New Music – Lollapalooza Edition: Dry The River
1 AugLollapalooza Week on DoYouHearTheMusic.com continues with another rising act you should most definitely be listening to.
Three words: Dry The River
Who? A fast rising band from across the pond
What? An English folk-rock band
Why you should listen? How about they’ve not only played South by Southwest but the biggest music festival in the world, Glastonbury. And that was before their debut LP, Shallow Bed was released
A reason you’ll be excited? Give a listen to their EP Weights & Measures and you’ll understand why they’ve been invited to play so many esteemed festivals. On Shallow Bed listen to the tracks
Why I’m excited: I’m still fascinated by how much amazing music has been coming out of the U.K. the past few years and this is another group gaining a lot of steam. I’ve also heard their live shows are much more rocking then their recorded works (think a la The Avett Brothers)
If you like: Mumford & Sons, The Head and The Heart, Fleet Foxes, Boy & Bear, Benjamin Francis Leftwich, King Charles
Final thoughts: Melodies, harmonies, real music. These guys display all of it and in such a perfectly balanced way.
Friday, August 3, 3:20 p.m., BMI Stage
New Music – Lollapalooza Edition: Milo Greene
31 JulLollapalooza Week on DoYouHearTheMusic.com continues with another rising act you should most definitely be listening to.
Two words: Milo Greene
Who? Not just one person as you may imagine (and some people really thought) but rather a five-piece band from Southern California
What? “a collection of voices that live and breathe simultaneously with the breadth of an omniscient, collective consciousness”
Why you should listen? You ever have that moment when you just need to chill out and disappear from the world? Tune into this when that happens
A reason you’ll be excited? Listen to the tracks “1957” and “Silent Way”
Why I’m excited: These guys are brilliant. How else do you explain them creating an alias, “Milo Greene,” while in college to serve as their booking agent/manager? Fast forward as they morphed into literally, Milo Greene. Musically, I love how these five individuals have found a way to craft a whole bunch of music styles under one roof through each of their own unique strengths. When listening to the self titled album I feel like I’m being taken on an adventure and I like it.
If you like: Of Monsters and Men, The Lumineers, Vacationer, The Apache Relay
Final thoughts: I really dig Marlana Sheetz’s voice, stunning. Check out their performance on Letterman earlier this summer. And at Lollapalooza, Milo Greene pulled an early time slot but for those of you going, this is a great way to start your Saturday. Bring a blanket and just chill out on the grass as you watch this rising band take you on your own adventure.
My recommendation, arrive early and stop at the Google Play stage to a couple songs from the Kopecky Family Band and then continue moving to the Playstation Stage for Milo Greene.
Saturday, August 4, noon
New Music – Lollapalooza Edition: The Dunwells
30 JulSo this week it’s all about Lollapalooza on DoYouHearTheMusic.com. Most everyone is familiar with a lot of the acts performing this weekend so I’m going to throw some info out there on some artists and bands you may not be up to speed on. Today’s group is actually a band I cannot wait to see, one of the must see shows for me.
Two words: The Dunwells
Who? Two brothers, two cousins and one more mate from Leeds, England.
What? A five piece band destined to make it across the pond in America. Check out their debut album, Blind Sided Faith.
Why you should listen? Their indie-folk sound is full of beautiful harmonies any music fan will love – plus they add a little slice of Americana to their music.
A reason you’ll be excited? These boys are now on a mini US Tour so get out and see them at a venue near you.
Why I’m excited: These guys just bring it and I can’t wait to see them perform live. From their folk to blues and rock to soul, they are all over the place but in a unique way that blends together perfectly.
If you like: Mumford & Sons
Final thoughts: At Lollapalooza these guys have to compete in the same time slot as Alabama Shakes, The Temper Trap, fun. and B.o.B – how’s that for being relative nobody’s right now? I’ve seen every act but The Dunwells and I cannot wait to see them rock the BMI Stage this weekend. I promise that for anyone opting to check these guys out, you will be thankful and have one heck of a story to tell when they break it big.
My recommendation, catch the top half of Alabama Shakes and make your way to The Dunwells.
Saturday, August 4, 4:30-5:10 p.m.
Music Monday: Slightly Stoopid ft. Chali 2na – “Just Thinking”
30 JulOh yes, you read that headline correctly, Slightly Stoopid have dropped “Just Thinking” featuring the one and only Chali 2na of Jurassic5 and Ozomatli fame. The hip-hop baritone guests on the track which will appear on the album Top of the World dropping August 14.
Five For Friday: Lollapalooza Edition No.1
27 JulSo here we are, one week away from Lollapalooza and the excitement is building. So many great bands and musicians over three wild and crazy filled days in Chicago! As Grant Park gets ready to be invaded by 100,000 people, I’m running down a small little guide if you find yourself attending and for those who plan to watch the YouTube stream.
- Let’s get it out of the way, headliners. Night One: pits Black Sabbath vs. The Black Keys – only US date for Black Sabbath, Night Two: Avicii vs. Red Hot Chili Peppers – RHCP dominated Bonnaroo with a fiery set, Night Three: Justice vs. Jack White – what I’m most interested in is how the crowd sways, when Childish Gambino and Kaskade play at the same time.
- Some afternoon delights for you. Bands like First Aid Kit, The Growlers, Michael Kiwanuka, The War On Drugs, Milo Greene, JC Brooks & The Uptown Sound, Kopecky Family Band, Chancellor Warhol, Moon Taxi, GIVERS, Bombay Bicycle Club, Outasight, Hey Rosetta!, Oberhofer and more pull early time slots but I promise will be worth arriving for. These bands are awesome and this is some new music you should really be checking out.
- Time Conflicts. A tip of the hat to the schedulers for finding the easiest way to pull a crowd a part as there are many times over the three days that will have festivalgoers torn. For instance, on Saturday at the same time you’ll have to decide between Alabama Shakes, The Temper Trap, The Dunwells, B.o.B and fun. Good luck!
- When the sun goes down, the action heats up. Late night Lollapalooza brings forth some amazing late night shows and some of the best memories of the weekend. Tickets are sold out to the advertised shows but make a few friends and you’ll find out where the rocking parties are. (Last year I caught CULTS, The Black Lips, Crystal Castles, Skylar Grey)
- Who I’m excited for. Well I’ve been fortunate enough to see so many of these acts live before that I’m mostly craving the opportunity to see many for the first time like Of Monsters and Men, The Gaslight Anthem, The Dunwells, Miike Snow, M83, The Weeknd, Twin Shadow, Amadou & Mariam, Dum Dum Girls, The Devil Makes Three, First Aid Kit, Milo Greene, DEV, Dry The River and Moon Taxi. Plus after finally seeing Alabama Shakes live at Bonnaroo, I can’t wait to see them again, simply amazing live.
New Music: Jukebox The Ghost – Safe Travels
26 JulThree words: Jukebox The Ghost
Who? An amazing band from DC that you need to be listening to ASAP if you are not already
What? A trio who has been together for nearly a decade but has recently found success in the last few years and especially this summer with Safe Travels
Why you should listen? Their new album brings a contagious indie-pop sound through your speakers and will have you tapping your feet in no time
A reason you’ll be excited? Listen to the songs “Somebody” and “Say When” and it will all make sense and if you are heading to Outside Lands in a couple weeks, the fellas are playing on Friday
Why I’m excited: Because it’s just flat out awesome music and I put them on my Summer Playlist Vol.I last month
If you like to listen to: Jack’s Mannequin, Sleeper Agent, The Lonely Forest, Ben Folds, GROUPLOVE, and why not, Billy Joel.
Final thoughts: For the last month plus I have been kicking myself for not even realizing they were performing at Café Where at Bonnaroo this year! I can’t believe I missed this one, especially since I started listening to them the week following and haven’t been able to stop since
Five For Friday: Passion Pit, The Gaslight Anthem, Slightly Stoopid, Firefly, Guest Blogging
20 JulCheck it out. I’m trying something new at DoYouHearTheMusic.com with a Five For Friday post. The Triple F is five nuggets of musical goodness to get you through the weekend. In other words, the soundtrack to your weekend begins right here!
- Passion Pit – yes some “mental health” issues of Michael Angelakos have forced the band to cancel some July dates but next week their new album Gossamer drops and boy oh boy should you be excited. If you haven’t yet given a listen, hop on over to NPR to stream the album.
- The Gaslight Anthem – the Jersey Boys are back with another rocking album, Handwritten, which will also be released next Tuesday. Their fourth album may very well prove to be their best as the fellas once again bring that Springsteenesque rock and roll but with a more refined conviction. This album can also be streamed via NPR, HERE.
- Slightly Stoopid – Miles and Kyle are back with “Top of the World,” the title track off their seventh studio album which drops August 14, 2012. Give a listen HERE.
- Firefly Music Festival in Delaware began today and you better believe if I still lived on the east coast, I would be there right now. Fantastic line-up which includes headliners The Killers and The Black Keys as well as some of my favorites, Michael Franti, Allen Stone, Lupe Fiasco, GROUPLOVE, Walk The Moon, CULTS, The Head and The Heart.
- Earlier this week I had the opportunity to guest blog for my friend Dayna Roselli. Check out the post HERE.
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