All treats, no tricks. Just a few album releases worthy of your time, plucked from my October listening.
Brave New Brief, September
Slightly new venture ... collecting my favorite new albums monthly into one easy newsletter as opposed to trusting social media algorithms. Give it a try, I'm liking Substack as a place to find thoughtful writing, good recommendations, and zero advertising.
Remember six months ago this week ...
Remember six months ago this week when this album came out and it was all anyone could talk about?
Still that good. Especially when Lucy sings. :)
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When you want to be surprised by every single track...
Shamir - "Homo Anxietatum"
Evolved indie-rock with a twist, shaken not stirred.
https://album.link/bnw015
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Most appropriately named ...
Most appropriately named band award goes to ...
Slowdive - "Everything Is Alive"
Scuba gear on, descend, float, experience wonder & awe.
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When you want to treat yourself
When you want to treat yourself AND support Bandcamp Friday ...
Literate, bittersweet, melodic.
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Sound Of Freedom - Playlist & thoughts
I think its safe to say that no one with whom I worked on this film imagined it would turn into a box office phenomenon, even though we all believed in the importance of shedding light on this horrific subject. In a further twist, now the far right have made the film part of their culture war against mainstream media, something I disagree with vehemently. Please take a moment to read an enlightening interview with the director, published by the LA Times, that gives the whole story. My viewpoint mirrors his. And I made a playlist of the gorgeous music in the film so you can listen while you read!
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Who’s bringing the serenity ...
Who’s bringing the serenity into your day ...
Angelo De Augustine “Toil and Trouble”
Making introspection oh so soothing.
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When you need a little lightness in your week ...
When you need a little lightness in your week ... while still acknowledging that the world is falling apart.
Chris Farren
”Doom Singer”
Perfect example of indie power-pop.
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When you need a fresh new Friday afternoon playlist
Young Fathers
"Heavy Heavy"
Indescribable in most sublime way.
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When you can’t decide if you want to have a dance party or be really angry, have both …
Sweeping Promises
”Good Living Is Coming For You”
B-52s meets Sleater-Kinney.
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Remember back in May when we saw their incredible show at The Greek?
The National
"First Two Pages Of Frankenstein"
Kind of an obvi rec, but they have so many albums you might not have realized this one is a must-have.
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Sound Of Freedom - in theatres now
This compelling movie that I worked on last year is (finally) out and in theatres near you!
It's heavy subject matter but I assure you it is well worth watching. An amazing true story with a feel good ending despite many fraught moments throughout the film.
To get a little Europe in your summer …
En Attendant Ana
"Principia"
Paris-based indie rockers channelling Belle & Sebastian with a little Stereolab thrown in
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Because you still care enough to listen to something truly indie & unsigned (and awesome) …
chinos
“try on”
Chad & Eric from Rock Band #47 are back and better than ever
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When you need a beautiful way to feel like you’re not the only one that thinks its hopeless …
Fenne Lily
"Big Picture"
Introspective singer-songwriter with a bite
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When you’re feeling the pain and joy of life in equal measure …
Abraham Alexander
"SEA/SONS"
Gifted singer and writer addresses the struggle and the beauty
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So you can say you found 2023's Horsegirl ...
Feeble Little Horse
"Girl With Fish"
Girls, guitars, feedback, good times.
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Spring Season = New Indie Music!
MAR 19: Spring season brings new music from Joy Oladokun, H. Hawkline, New Pornographers, also loving Robert Forster, Cola, Black Belt Eagle Scout and plesae put your ears on Shalom asap!
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The Church are on tour
Epic live performance by The Church at KCRW; air date TBD! But meanwhile catch them on tour!
