Ghost Trains

From the UK comes Ghost Trains an acoustic waterfall of beautiful lyrics. Tim Ellis and Joe Jennings are the two members of this amazing group, and as their Myspace says they got together after working with other bands, to create more intimate and harmonious music, I must agree they certainly have that going, and more. In this occasion I'm featuring the song "Ease Your Mind", in which they feature well their harmonious style as well as acoustic nostalgia.

Ghost Trains - Ease Your Mind

Ilinois preiew

So last week I posted about swing-state of Pennsylvania band Illinois, and I also mentioned about their up coming project including 114 songs and a movie. Yesterday I received the Youtube preview video of their upcoming movie, followed by the release of "Hang on " their first release on the journey starting election day, I've included the link to the first post explaining this fantastic project, and added an extra tag to make it easy to navigate back to all the post for this project as they come. Please notice I took down the folk tag, as their latest song is not folk its really Indie/Pop meets Psychedelic, something that it doesn't take a musician to appreciate. Stay tuned, for there is more to come.
Illinois first post

Illinois - Hang On

Zion I Santogold Remix (And More)

Boy, Oh Boy I got a second wind after I listen to Zion I and his remixes. Zion I partnered with Hip Hop producer extraordinaire Amplive are soon to release a full length album entitled "The Takeover" but before there will be a duel-side Mixtape called "The Search and The Seizure " which feature remixes and covers of Old School Hip Hop; as always I procrastinated to blog about the first remix of Public Enemies hit song "Enemy without a Pause", so today I decided to grow a pair (because I'm Hip Hop unsavy) and blog about this had pumping remixes, I specially like the Santogold remix of Starstruck cause it complements the Hip Hop surrounding her voice.

Zion I - Rebel without a Pause

Zion I - Gotsta Chill

Zion I - One (Santogold "Starstruck" Remix)

Tapes Tapes - The Dirty Dirty (Amplive Recession Remix)

The Glasses

Seattle based one man band The Glasses (Will) has just released his album "Story Problems". What I like about this "One Man band" is that, although he does this all mainly by himself (and help of some talented musical friends), the recordings are really solid his voice is very boyish and Indie genre complementary and it's something that I could see myself listening in an independent movie soundtrack; plus with the risk of using other people's lines, the songs are really catchy and fun to listen (which is what any artist really strives for...right?).

Download album - http://www.story-problems.com/

The Glasses - Confused Hair
The Glasses - Change of Seasons
The Glasses -Paper Airplanes

We Have Band

We Have Band has a new single do to be released on their label Kitsune on Maison on November 24th; although they've already had one of their songs on the Kitsune Minimix this will be their first single ever. A remix of their upcoming single was released today remixed by Micachu a London producer/band of the UK; although I understand what the idea behind the release I'm personally not a fan, I really believe think that the original work is much better and dancier than the remix (I know the remix is not meant to be but...). Regardless of my feelings on the Remix I'm still going to include it on the post, I'm also going to include the song that was on Kitsune Minimix, and the original version of "Oh!".

We Have Band - Oh!

We Have Band - Hear It In the Cans

We Have Band - Oh! (Micachu Remix)

Sneaky Sound System

Sneaky Sound System is all the hype lately, the song is a definate hit, and with the great Breakbot, and Gloves Remix is bound to be one of the greatest songs of this fall (unless something else comes along) I would feel really bad for not posting it, so here you have two.

Sneaky Sound System - When We Were Young ( Breakbot Remix) (Zshare)
Sneaky Sound System - When we were Young (GLOVES Remix) (Zshare)

Doctors and Dealers

Doctors and Dealers are soon to release their sophomore album early 2009 after their debut CD, "Confessions of a Drunken Mind". From the look of their single "On the Dancefloor" and from listening of their Myspace page, I have a very vintage 70 rock feel, I quite like it; even though its not really a bumping sound like I'm normally used to listen it still fulfill my need for good o'l music.

Doctors and Dealers- On the Dancefloor

Au Revoir Simone, Pacific! Remix

I've posted about Au Revoir Simone up coming album before, and they keep creating anticipation by sending this amazing remix by probably my all time favorite band, Swedish Pacific!. Pacific as always brings the harmonization and the amazing old school vibe, which in case you haven't notice is what makes a good song fun.

Oh, and Happy Birthday to me!!! no, really!!!

Au Revoir Simone - Sad Song (Pacific! Remix)

Pacific - Runway to Elsewhere (Breakbot Remix)

Oh No, Oh My

"Oh No Oh My" its an Austin band who are on their European tour, bringing an eclectic array of instrument to bring fun and creative music to different areas of Europe. Their new ep. "Dmitrij Dmitrj" is now available on itunes and its a walk in the park on a sunny day, though I'm not talking a sunny day in Texas summer, thats just hell.

Oh No Oh My - Walk in the Park

Oh No Oh My - Be a Star

The Heavy

UK band The Heavy are coming to the states to promote their newest album "Set Me Free" and to celebrate Halloween with us. This new ep. is loaded of funky beats, accustic guitars, and horns, but what is most amazing aspect is the soul that lead singer Swaby puts into every song. The album is available to download in iTunes, and it includes this F@*%ing amazing cover of Johnny Cash estate aproved song: "Doing time"; if you want to preview it you can listen to it on their Myspace page. I'm also including their tour dates just in case any of you can make it.

The Heavy - Set me free (Album Version)

The Heavy - Easier

Tour Dates:

• October 30: People Food, Mr. Roboto Presents Hallow’s Eve Party @ The Echo Los Angeles (w/ The Gray Kid, Pop Levi) <Tickets>
• October 31: Mr. Roboto Presents Halloween Party @ 103 Harriet San Francisco TIX <Tickets>
• November 1: Adrenaline Presents @ The Casbah San Diego (w/ Kenan Bell) TIX <Tickets>
• November 3: 88.5 WXPN World Café On-Air Session Philadelphia (Air date details TBD)
• November 5: Mercury Lounge New York, NY (w/ Illinois, Kenan Bell) TIX <Tickets>
• November 6: Union Pool Brooklyn, NY (w/ Kenan Bell)

Designer Drugs

I don't Know if you knew this, but Designer Drugs are on tour, in fact they where here in Dallas last Thursday; I'm telling you this because apparently not a soul in Dallas knew, as the Loft was pretty empty. It was really a shame see the turn out, since the set was simply amazing, I still do not regret not getting any sleep the next the day. Oh and Vega was cool only next time lets get a bigger house, huh? (This has been just a rant)

Designer Drugs - Zombies

Lehtmojoe - Tom Petty

Dallas local producer Lehtmojoe its working on releasing his yet untitled album; though yet on his beginning stages on the Bloggersphere love, there is many reason why this producer needs to be taken notice. We have the privileged of having a look at one of the tracks of his up and coming album, and I'm also including a link to Sound Check where you can check out some of his beats.

Tom Petty

Sound Click

Buffet Libre Rewind 2

Buffet Libre is set to release their latest Rewind set on January next year. They are gathering 120 artist to remix or reinterpret music from the great artist form the past, this time instead of only working with music from the 80's they branching out to the 70's and 90's. As you may know January is a long ways; however we have three songs to help us stay putt till then.

Sidechains Vs. Ultranate - Endless Summer Vs. Free

Deltawave - Lost Music (Sister Sledge Cover)

Supermal Vs Vince Flinn - Rough Justice

Illinois

Pennsylvania Folk band Illinois who you may remember form such soundtracks as "Weeds Vol. 3" or their latest LP. "What the Hell do I Know" are coming up with some awesome stuff starting this November. On November 4th Illinois will start distributing 114 songs they've prepared along with the short film featuring their front man Arch called: "The Adventures of Kid Catastrophe", done in collaboration with the "People-Food". The film will be released in a 6 chapter schedule starting election day along with the 114 songs, finishing with the grand finally on April 7th 2009. As you know I'm a big fan of Banjos and folks music, so I'll definitely will be in touch with the developments.

Illinois - Nosebleed

Illinois - Screendoor

GRUM

I've been into GRUM since I heard their single "Go Back"; eventhough I normaly like lyrics on my songs GRUM is sound is so compeling that it feels good and fresh. Recently they've released a bran new song called "Woah" , which like GRUM it always include 80's synths with mix of bass.

GRUM - Go Back (Le castle Vania Remix)

GRUM - Woah (Future Disco Mix)

Hey Champ

I must say if you are feeling like me, you are suffering of a Monday slump. There is really nothing better to make your day better is to listen to some good ol' music; from Chicago we have the band that has uplifted many peoples days by their combo of Independent rock with Electro music Hey Champ, has an old 80's feel with their combination of strings, synths, and keyboards, whenever I first heard them, the first thought that ran into my mind was, lets hope the vocals support their sound; turns out it did making this band a double threat.

Hey Champ - Cold Dust Girl

Hey Champ - Face Control

October Playlist

As you may have noticed it's actually Sunday the 12th, I normally like to post my playlist on the 1st, but I actually was able to make two playlist this month and I was really torn between posting two playlists, or just one filtered version. I chose the filtered version so here it goes; just an FYI this is the first time you listen to one of my playlists be advice, this is not one of those Nick and Norah cliches playlist, (probably made by Zach Braff, or as I like to call him Zach Barf) ergo is not going to be one of those that depressed College student is going to listen to feel more Indie.

1. Bipolar Badwise - Entwined
2. Electric Youth - Faces (demo)
3. Empire of the Sun - Walking on a Dream
4. Monsters are Waiting - Ha Ha
5. Passion Pit - Sleepy Head
6. Au Revoir Simone - Fallen Snow (Teenagers Remix)
7. Mt. Sims - The Bitten Bite Back
8. Metronomy - Heartbreaker
9. Fox the Fox - Precious Little Diamond (Original 12"version)
10. iamx - Spit it Out (Designer Drugs Remix)
11. The Twelves - I Feel Fine
12. Chip - Jupiter
13. Rainbow Arabia - Omar K
14. Of Montreal - Gronlandic
15. The Presets - Talk Like That (CFCF Remix)
16. The Virgins - Rich Girls (Twelves Remix)
17. Cut Off Your Hands - Happy as can be
18. Dead Confederate - The Rat

Well, there were some other songs I wanted to add but I think 18 is enough. Please be advice that there may not be a November Playlist, or many post during October, due to the up coming celebrations of peoples birthday including my own, and I'm ready to gear up into party mode.

DatA- Rapture video

Data video Rapture
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I'm not Wowed.

Designer Drugs

You know I've not been a big fan of the latest Designer Drugs remixes, but that all changed today when they released the latest remix of iamx, which I find brilliant and fun for this weekend (hint, hint, for all you DJ's out there); Yes, iamx the second half of Sneaker Pimps and to be honest thought I'm a big fan of them this isn't half bad.

iamx-Spit it Out (Designer Drungs Remix)

Low Slung Episode 10

It is time for another episode of the super Podcast Low Slung, I would like to apologize in advance but I'm not in my computer so things may get a bit weird. In this episode of Low Slung Radio Charlie Ashcroft start musical geographical journey with Hampshire and a pop punk band, Long Story Short and after a few other countries including: DOUBLEPARK (Sweden)MOVING TARGETS (Devon)ADALINE (Vancouver, CA)GENGHIS (Perth, AU), Ashcroft ends in California with Pop Noir, an really amazing tune... gosh I really wish I had an British accent!!! Sorry... it just slipped; any way hope you guys enjoy it, it is a very eclectic episode definitely created to raise your spirits.

Low Slung Episode 10

Listen and subscribe in iTunes

PS. If you would like to submit your band for consideration in Low Slung please email you song to: lowslungradio@gmail.com, or contact Charlie at: www.myspace.com/lowsungradio.

Carlon

Carlon is a four piece New Jersey Folk/Rock band who released their debut album in September 30th; to get everyone talking they've also have been touring around the country, and have just made their latest album available for full streaming at AOL Spinner. Today I'm posting their single Cantaloupe form their new album, and also Post Traumatic Stress of their first EP.

Carlon - Cantaloupe

Carlon - Post Traumatic Stress

Stream at Spinner

The Virgins - Rich Girls (Chimney Climbers Rmx)

The Virgins its one of those bands I've dropped the ball on, but God has given me a second chance to redeem myself. A few days ago The chimney Climbers a Swedish duo that have remixed the likes of DATA, Bangers in Cash, and the Cool Kids to name a few, recently released the remix of the Virgins single "Rich Girls". If you remember the song "Rich Girls" has already been remixed by RAC (Remix Artist Collective), and was use by the Twelves on their smashing mix, is a contagious song that will keep you bopping around, specially now that it has been given more electronic properties.
The Virgins - Rich Girls (Chimney Climbers Remix)_
The Virgins - Rich Girls (RAC Remix)_
The Virgins - Teen Lovers_

MMMatthias MMMix TTThree

I didn't know this was going to be such a good day, I got out of work early, we have a beautiful weather of 68 sunny, and my favorite German DJ MMMatthias just released his third mix. The compilation of music is amazing, it kind of makes you wish for the weekend to start early; but then again is it going to compare to this mix or is it going to fall short?

MMMatthias MMMix TTThree (SWshare)(Zshare )

Tracklist:
1. Djedjotronic - dirty and hard

2. Malente & Dex - hyperactive (Bobmo Remix)

3. Foamo - moving it over here (Urchins Remix)

4. Justice - planisphere (MMMatthias Remix)

5. Destroy Disco - fly or bounce

6. Bingo Players - get up (Diplo Remix)

7. Le Castle Vania - zero machine

8. The Bloody Beetroots - rombo

9. MSTRKRFT - bounce (Remix MMMash-up: Felix Cartal, Bloody Beetroots, A-Trak)10.Nacho Lovers - acid life (Surkin Remix)

Au Revoir Simone

Brooklyn Indie Band Au Revoir Simone is set to release a remix album, following their 2007 release, "The Bird Music" called: "Reverse Migration", which include remixes by Pacific!, The Teenagers, and Alex Taylor from Hot Chip, to name a few. Aur Revoir Simone has always been characterized by they subtle experimentation styles, and each and every remix brings a clear statement into each song.

Au Revoir Simone - Fallen Snow (Teenagers Remix)

Au Revoir Simone - Lark (Ruffand jam remix)

Shane Fontane - Are you game

Today Shane Fontane comes with an electrifying song full of bass, waling sirens, and elctro beats; it's the perfect pick me up everyone needs to get through a Monday, done just like Shane Fontane can do it.

Shane Fontane - Are You Game

Little Bear - Army of Trees

First, I want you to look at the guy on the picture above, then I want you to listen to the two tracks posted below. Little Bear is Nick Principe, a band of one who secluded himself to create an amazing Ep. of serene, lyrical, lo-fi goodness. I honestly don't know if its because winter is approaching or because true music draws you weather you want it or not, but I have listen to this Ep. nonstop ever since I first got it; Nick Principe's voice is sweet, serene,and without a care, it transports you to a meadow into a happy place in your mind.

Little Bear - The Beaverkill

Little Bear - A Song for the Jungle

Chairlift

So I know is Friday but due to my indiscretion of taking Two day off I have tons of music I haven't posted. This Tuesday was the release of the new CD by Chairlift called "Does You Inspire You". Just in case you were wondering yes it does include the Ipod song Bruises; however their music transcends past that song, its beautifully written mixed with a hint of Synths.

Chairlift - Bruises

Charilift - Evident Utensil

Rainbow Arabia

So I remember back in 2001 the world went on a craze with mixing Arabian music with pop culture (thanks Fucking Shakira) everyone had Arabian beats mixed with hip hop, and all the fatties were buying the Belly Dancing DVDs to loose weight (I was tempted). Rainbow Arabia is a duo form California who have taken Arabian music and added a splash of electro synths to their wailing and tribal calls, it is simply amazing, whats better is that they have a concert planned for the DFW area which I'm so going to check out.

Rainbow Arabia - Omar K

Rainbow Arabia - I Know, I See I Love I Go

Sydney Confirm Mix

Due to time constraints I was not able to post this yesterday. Sydney Confirm released yesterday a Mini Mix called " Two Woots for Cutureless Cultures"; which is humours to me since I just had a small conversation with one of the guys abut that same subject. It is normal to see a lot of kids (scenesters) on events which attract loads of media attention; many people know about artist like Hot Chip, Cut Copy, Presets, and others, because of car commercials, independent media exposure, or because a friend, " You" the blog readers has told them about those artist (just ask my roomate); however they have no appreciation about what the culture has to offer, or have done their homework to learn more about the artist history. So Sydney confirm has done a Mini Mix with the basics on electro music to teach those people the basics.

Sydney Confirm - Two Woots for Culturless Cultures

Populous and Short Stories

From Italy comes Populous with Shorts Stories. This Tuesday was the release of the third album by DJ Populous or Andrea Mangia, and MC Short Stories or Michael McGuire called "Drawn in Basics'; its jammed packed with synthesisers and hybrid digital sounds. Its a great alternative for fans of Postal Service (if there is anyone left) who like the relaxed beats they used to provide.

Populous - Only Hope

Populous - Porcelain

Buffet Libre Verbena #5

It has been a while since the guys form Buffet Libre release anything, I personally missed them loads. Today Buffet Libre released their new mix called Verbena No. 5, a compilation of the best Electro artist of today, some of the tracks still unreleased for the public.

Buffet Libre - Verbena No. 5

Track listing:
1. Sintonia Buffetlibre 2. Heads We Dance – The Human Touch 3. Louis La Roche – Peach (Sidechains Remix) 4. Alex Metric – Deadly On A Mission (Autokratz Remix) 5. Professor Groove & The Booty Affair – Lose Control (Diamond Cut ReLoss) 6. The Requesters – Strong Love 7. Miami Horror – Don’t Be On With Her 8. Xinobi – Valsa In Nova Jersey 9. Super Mal – Bigger Than Big (Bag Raiders Remix) 10. N.O.S. – Please (The Phantom’s Revenge Remix) 11. Baby Diamonds – Shooting The Stars 12. Overthrill – Your Life 13. Mission Control – Innerspace (Designer Drugs Remix) 14. Giorgio Moroder – E=mc2 (Culture Prophet Remix) 15. The Outrunners – These Girls Are Dressed To Kill (Russ Chimes Remix) 16. Radiohead – Reckoner (Frankmusik Remix) 17. Inner Party System – Die Tonight (LA Riots Remix) 18. Electric Youth – Replay (Justin Faust Remix)