HAUNTED TOURS

cactus-mouth:

Mindtroll // “Haunted Beach”

Now I understand that this track (and band) will definitely not be for everyone, but I am loving it. Mindtroll is a Brooklyn avant-pop/riot grrrl band that shook me up and made me laugh (which is not a reaction that I usually have when listening to music). They are loud, frenetic, and full of unbridled energy.

Now if you are a fan of riot grrrl music then you probably know that the genre was more about energy and message rather than musical proficiency. Mindtroll stays true to form here. In this world singing takes a back seat to shouting (with or without a megaphone), production is not even a factor, and on top of everything they throw in an accordion. Where many people would see all of these things as negatives, I see them as cause for totally loving this band. They are completely devoid of any pretense, they don’t take themselves too seriously, and they have more energy than they know what to do with. Mindtroll is the very definition of fun and I can’t really think of a better compliment to give them than that.

Download all they got on their bandcamp for free.

I love this band because they have a song called JASON!!! and for other reasons too.

andreainspired:

Cults - “Never Heal Myself”

This new Cults album is like candy. There isn’t a single song on this album that I don’t want to shake my tush to. Oof…and I can’t say I didn’t use two double negatives in this sentence.

You can listen to it in its entirety over on NPR Music.

YES!

awdcastles:

Seapony — “Where We Go”

The many lofi surf pop albums out there really put a damper on the entire sound of it all. It becomes difficult to decide whether you can really appreciate any of these albums for a respectful amount of time. Seattle’s Seapony follows this twee path to indie pop goodness, almost feels a little bit late, but at the same time, the trio open their album, available on Hardly Art, and finish it as smoothly as one would want from a surf pop album. With sun-bleached reverb washed over the entire album, the sand-coated jams behind it keep it worth listening to.

Stream a few more tracks from the trio @ Seapony’s Soundcloud

mp3//Seapony — Where We Go

fuckyeahchillwave:

Teen Daze - Surface

From the upcoming EP ‘A Silent Planet’

Read more on Teen Daze’s Tumblr.

rickyeatacid:

riding on the metro

forever

The Drums - Me and the Moon (Matthew Dear Remix)

I might have posted this before. But anyway, this never fails to make me feel. Especially, early evening, sun setting over the ocean houses.  

andrewharlow:

[mp3] Blouse - Into Black

These guys are really good. 

I might have already posted this song before, but anyway, here it is again because it is that good!

yvynyl:

Cults - Make Time

Hey now - what’s this?  New jam! Me likey.

Get this bonus track when you pre-order the self-titled debut on iTunes.

unholyrhythms:

Exhausted and intoxicated on confusion, I lost myself in the faceless crowd. Realizing that I no longer could claim ownership to your heart, I felt relieved yet pained. As the anger began to build, I resisted breaking down. Succumbing was too simple, too predictable, too perfect. If I were to accept defeat, I would no longer remain untouched. My heart, which once beat a soft and steady rhythm, began to shake. A strange, strong, boisterous palpitation caused great alarm. Gripping my chest, I retired to an isolated hideout - a reluctant refuge. My innards, shaking and swirling, began to pulsate - signalling vulnerability. Blindness, alluring darkness - sacchariferous silence. 

Clandestine, lo-fi, smooth jams from San Francisco’s Running In The Fog. Humble and ethereal, warm and a tad unassuming, “Faaaade” is a space-time, other worldly tune accented by extraterrestrial reverberant touches. A coy, cherished chanteuse cooing ritualistically - habitually. Sublime.

♫ File under: lo-fi, space goth pop coast to coast, sigh

boyattractions:

Gold-Bears — Record Store

Between Craft Spells’ slam dunk of a debut and the Pains’ glorious sophomore return Belong, 2011’s been a pretty stellar year for indie pop. A lot can be owed to Slumberland, who, since the days of Velocity Girl and Black Tambourine, has proven itself as the go-to source for jangly, melodic hooks and lovesick anthems. The latest group to hop on the imprint is Gold-Bears, who are set to follow up a handful of singles on Magic Marker and Cloudberry with their full-length debut Are You Falling In Love?. Leading off the record is the killer single “Record Store”, which is takes the raw fervor of Bizarro-era Wedding Present and gives it a joyous, fuel-injected facelift. Guitars wail, drums crash down at breakneck speeds, and we’re left with a brilliant, smoldering piece of pop music— one that won’t be growing old anytime soon.

[mp3]

CRAY CRAY INTANE! Listen to it now. Be ready for it.

smokedontsmoke:

Glow Marrow = Build The Floor

[photo]

These LA dudes are making some waves with their four song EP called Broadheart. It’s a lot meatier than I expected a four song EP to be. It’s the analog elements layered with electronic sounds that fill out the otherwise hollow corners found in a lot of similar music.

Look for another release this summer, and if you’re on the west coast, keep an eye out on their tour dates.

site/bandcamp

headunderwater:

Abadabad - Park Slope (I’m Sorry)

I heard this the other day, but I feel more compelled to share today. This song is rather wonderful.

You can pick this joint up for free on his bandcampz

via flashlightag:

long walk.

I found this track digging through soundcloud last night, and was immediately taken aback by it’s beauty. A heart-wrenching vocal melody is laid down on a bed of warm surf-guitars and vintage drum machines. It’s undeniable catchiness gripped onto my ears, and I caught myself humming the song’s chorus hours later. Praying for more.

boyattractions:

Pictureplane — Real is a Feeling

Denver’s Pictureplane 90s house nostalgia expert has upcoming album, Thee Physical, which is out July 19th on Lovepump United. He’s offered up a preview with a new track, Real is a Feeling.

[mp3]

headunderwater:

Bermuda Bonnie - Kohl’s

A story about a girl who shoplifts a swimsuit then heads to the pool and adventures ensue. Naturally.

This is the first of a series of singles that BB is going to release in the next few months. Currently it is only digital. But you can download it fo’ free on bandcamp.

teendaze:

MP3 (Mediafire): Teen Daze - The Bluest Water I’d Ever Seen
MP3 (Bandcamp): Teen Daze - The Bluest Water I’d Ever Seen

Another new track from the growing collection of songs I’ve been working on. Again, keep in mind, that this isn’t a single, or for a specific record, but just a taste of some new material.

The video was important to me when it came to this song. I had such a vivid picture in my head of what the visual accompaniment to the song would look like, I felt like the two couldn’t be exclusive.  

Hope you all enjoy this, and keep your ears open for a new record announcement coming very soon!

Love!

fuckyeahchillwave:

Ian Malcolm - Beach Syrup

http://soundcloud.com/ian-malcolm

axisofpraxis:

blueberryboat:

Eleanor Friedberger - My Mistakes

I use one hand to hold the fork as a microphone while the noodles are boiling.  My other hand stays level with my hips.  I move the weight from my left foot to my right.

yohuna:

Star Canyon - Snow Day

So beautiful I had to share it with you.  Star Canyon is the project of 19-year-old Celia Mckinnon, a new friend.  We go to school together.  And even though we just met a few weeks ago, I have a hunch forged through doppelganger memories (like hitting our musical theatre career peak in sixth grade, her in the role of Annie and me as Christopher Robin,) and a love of singing sweet harmies to Best Coast that we’ll be friends for a long while.  This is the only song she has recorded with the help of Morgan Ching, but expect to hear great things from this bright shining star.  

MP3 DOWNLOAD

yvynyl:

Wet Illustrated - Gypsy Town

NorCal pop rockers just announced that they will be putting our their new LP with True Panther Sounds. They are, in their words, “WayStoked!”

Previously: “Born Stoked”

corvettecity:

This is a new song from our upcoming LP. We also have a facebug now. 

teendaze:

MP3: Here We Go Magic - Tunnelvision (Teen Daze Edit)

I was listening to this record for the first time in a little while, and when Tunnelvision came on, I thought, this could be a really great dance song.  One house beat and a few synths later, and you’ve got my attempt at turning into that dance song!

unholyrhythms:

Exhausted and intoxicated on confusion, I lost myself in the faceless crowd. Realizing that I no longer could claim ownership to your heart, I felt relieved yet pained. As the anger began to build, I resisted breaking down. Succumbing was too simple, too predictable, too perfect. If I were to accept defeat, I would no longer remain untouched. My heart, which once beat a soft and steady rhythm, began to shake. A strange, strong, boisterous palpitation caused great alarm. Gripping my chest, I retired to an isolated hideout - a reluctant refuge. My innards, shaking and swirling, began to pulsate - signalling vulnerability. Blindness, alluring darkness - sacchariferous silence. 

Clandestine, lo-fi, smooth jams from San Francisco’s Running In The Fog. Humble and ethereal, warm and a tad unassuming, “Faaaade” is a space-time, other worldly tune accented by extraterrestrial reverberant touches. A coy, cherished chanteuse cooing ritualistically - habitually. Sublime.

♫ File under: lo-fi, space goth pop coast to coast, sigh

flamgirlant:

Family Portrait - “Wait”

You guys have been listening to Family Portrait’s debut LP, haven’t you?  This track is my favorite.  Warm and lingering but… hesitant.  That’s the part that gets me.  Like fingertips to the inside of an elbow or along a collarbone.