Archive for August, 2007
Jacob Fletcher
The week continues with UK folkie Jacob Fletcher. The pain in his voice can be heard throughout every second of his music and makes it known that he couldn’t care less. It could come across as a bit self-destructive, but his voice is poignant and crisp, leading your ears astray. The name of the album is, All the Dead Roads to the Kingdom and you can buy it here. RIYL: Fionn Regan
Jacob Fletcher-Suburban Dream [mp3]
Jacob Fletcher-Dust and Bones [mp3]
After wrapping up a long tour around the world, Ben Harper and the Innocent Criminals locked themselves in a Paris studio for less than two weeks and the new results is Lifeline. It is his most intimate offering of Harper’s career. The best thing is that the studio he used to record the album, was pretty much as old skool as possible, using no pro-tools. The instore brought many songs to life, especially the ones that I thought were a little on the saddo side.
Ben Harper-Fight Outta You [mp3]
Ben Harper-Younger Than Today [mp3]
Devendra Banhart
I wish he would just do an album of Spanish songs. Don’t forget he’s doing a Native American Benefit.
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Ogden Theater (Native American benefit) | Denver, Colorado |
and the new album, Smokey Rolls Down Thunder Canyon will be released via XL Sept. 25th. He’s also on the cover of the latest Fader, which you can download here.
Devendra Banhart-Carmencita [mp3]
Devendra Banhart-Samba Vexillographica [mp3]
Eulogies
Eulogies is an old fashioned rock band that is fronted by Peter Walker. By old fashioned, there’s no tricks, no glitches, just great lyrics, amazing vocals, and most importantly, the album cover looks like there’s a giant liger, but I could be wrong. Their self titled album will be released on Sept. 11 via Dangerbird Records. The album was co-produced by Hrishikesh Hirway (The One AM Radio) and here’s the best news yet, they’ll be hitting the road w/Film School. HELL YEAH!!!!
October
10 Seattle, WA – Crocodile Café
11 Portland, OR – Dantes
12 Sacramento, CA – Blue Lamp
13 San Francisco, CA – Bottom Of The Hill
16 Austin, TX – Emos
17 Dallas, TX – Cavern Club
19 Atlanta, GA – The Earl
20 Chapel Hill, NC – Local 506
21 Washington, DC – Rock N Roll Hotel
22 Philadelphia, PA – Johnny Brendas
24 Boston, MA – TT The Bears
25 New York, NY – Mercury Lounge
26 Hoboken, NJ – Maxwells
28 Cleveland, OH – Beachland
29 Toronto, ON – El Mocambo
30 Pontiac, MI – Pike Room
31 Chicago, IL – Schubas
November
01 Chicago, IL – Schubas
03 Minneapolis, MN – 400 Bar
05 Denver, CO – Larimer Lounge
08 San Diego, CA – Beauty Bar
15 Los Angeles, CA – Echople
The Prinzhorn Dance School
Here are some approved links. You can listen to the album here and here’s a DFA approved song.
The Prinzhorn Dance School-Realer Pretender [mp3]
Kanye West
The new album is going to be rad…. New remixes of his first single keep on surfacing….
Kanye West-Stronger (Timbaland Drums Remix) [mp3]
George & Caplin
IMHO, one of the most underrated bands in town. I had the pleasure of catch George & Caplin at the Denver Post Underground Music Showcase and I was floored at the craftsmanship of the band. Their album does them zero justice on their ability to transform swan songs to delicate moments in time. The name of their latest album is He Really Got Through to Advertising and you can purchase it here.
George & Caplin-Highway Driveway [mp3]
George & Caplin-He Really Got Through[mp3]
Oakley Hall
I don’t think that Merge has released a bad album this entire year. Who knew psych country rock existed that side of the Mason Dixon Line (namely Brooklyn), and actually be good. The kids are going to be releasing their latest offering I’ll Follow You Sept. 11th to give 50 and Kanye a run for their money. You can buy the album here.
Oakley Hall-Rue the Blues [mp3]
Oakley Hall-I’ll Follow You [mp3]
The Killers in Boulder!!!! The Killers have announced a very small intimate show in Boulder the night before their Red Rocks Show. The Victims Pre-Sale : Boulder, CO, US On Tuesday, August 28, 2007 at 10:00 AM MST members of The Victims, the official fan club of The Killers, will have access to purchase pre-sale tickets to the Boulder, Colorado show on September 3, 2007 and are eligible for early entry. To purchase tickets login to www.thekillersvictims.com, go to The Road, and click the “Buy Pre-Sale Tickets” link next to the show you would like to attend. Tickets are available on a first-come first-serve basis. Limit two (2) tickets per person. Purchase your tickets as soon as possible because quantities are limited. Tickets will be on sale to the general public on Friday, August 31, 2007. Show date and venue is listed below. Pre-Sale Start: Tuesday, August 28, 2007 at 10:00 AM MST Pre-Sale End: Friday, August 31, 2007 at 9:00 AM MST 9.03.07 Boulder, Colorado, US :: Fox Theatre
and now from the Fox Theatre:
Doors/Show: 8:00 PM / 9:00 PM
Ages: All Ages
The Fox Theatre is pleased to announce a very special show with The Killers. Tickets go on sale Friday, Aug 31 at 10am Mountain time. Tickets will be available at the Fox Theatre Box Office located directly across the street from the Fox in Albums on the Hill. A limited number of tickets will also be available online at www.foxtheatre.com. Please understand that a large amount of people will be trying to purchase a small amount of tickets and we expect these to sell out very quickly. No tickets will be available over the phone. Crazy, I know.
The Fox is super super small….
The Killers-Somebody Told Me (Josh Harris Mix) [mp3]
The Killers-Mr. Brightside (Thin White Duke Remix) [mp3]
Kevin Drew Think about everything you love about Broken Social Scene’s music. It’s usually the ones that are sung by Kevin Drew. Yeah, that’s how I feel, not that the rest of the band is in the backseat, it’s just a matter of preference. The new album, Spirit If, being released Sept. 18 via Arts and Crafts , is absolutely beautiful. The rest of the band plays a supporting role, but it’s mesmerizing. There is not one bad song on the entire album, and I feel exhausted at how amazing this year has been in music.
Kevin Drew-F -ked Up Kid [mp3]
Kevin Drew-Backed Out on The…[mp3]
