MP3: Modest Mouse - "Lamp Shades of Fire" / "Poison"

Modest Mouse played a set this past weekend at the Sasquatch Music Festival and they introduced two new songs which will be featured on their new LP. The new album is due out in 2011 but exact date is currently unknown. This is the first new music from Mouse in 4 years (With the exception of their B-Sides album). I will try to keep you posted about a release date but until then check out these two songs from Sasquatch.

Modest Mouse - Lampshades On Fire

Modest Mouse - Poison

MP3's: Radiohead - 20 Best Covers

Radiohead has so, so many influences and has a gigantic range of musical styles that can be from one extreme to the other. A couple days ago Stereogum posted their "Radiohead's 20 Best Cover Songs" and I absolutely loved this list of songs I thought that I would share it with you guys here. This list ranges from so many great artists, such as Neil Young, Joy Division, and Pink Floyd. Any Radiohead fan should definitely check this out

20 - “Wonderwall” (Oasis Cover)
19 - “Down By The River” (Neil Young Cover)
18 – “Sing A Song For You” (Tim Buckley Cover)
17 – “I’ll Wear It Proudly” (Elvis Costello Cover)
16 – “Cinnamon Girl” (Neil Young Cover)
15 – “Shot By Both Sides” (Magazine Cover)
14 – “On The Beach” (Neil Young Cover)
13 – “Tell Me Why” (Neil Young Cover)
12 – “Rhinestone Cowboy” (Glen Campbell Cover)
11 – “The Thief” (Can Cover)
10 – “Unravel” (Björk Cover)
9 – “All For The Best” (Miracle Legion Cover)
8 – “The Rip” (Portishead Cover)
7 - “Love Will Tear Us Apart” (Joy Division Cover)
6 – “Nobody Does It Better” (Carly Simon Cover)
5 – “Wish You Were Here” (Pink Floyd Cover)
4 – “Union City Blue” (Blondie Cover)
3 – “Ceremony” (Joy Division Cover)
2 – “After The Gold Rush” (Neil Young Cover)
1 – “The Headmaster Ritual” (The Smiths Cover)

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ALBUM STREAM: Bon Iver - Bon Iver (Self-Titled)

Bon Iver hits us with their new self-titled LP and its absolutely a masterpiece. Justin Vernon is simply a genius and his voice is smooth and silky. This album is just a beautiful collection of music but its different from 2008's (2007 if counting self-release) For Emma, Forever Ago. This album features more instrumentation and vibrant electric guitars rather that the silky acoustic foundation on the previous album. After For Emma, we got Blood Bank EP which offered us some more great Bon Iver but now, in 2011, we can again indulge ourselves in another full length album. Definitely give this a listen and pick it up June 21 via Jagjaguwar.

1 - Perth
2 - Minnesota, WI
3 - Holocene
4 - Towers
5 - Michicant
6 - Hinnom, TX
7 - Wash
8 - Calgary
9 - Lisbon, OH
10 - Beth Rest

MP3: The Wombats - Techno Fan (Afrojack Remix)

The Wombats from Liverpool have been producing some great hits from their last two albums, the latest which came out last month was call This Modern Glitch. That album featured this song, "Techno Fan", and now it has been remixed by Afrojack. He turns this song in to one banging club song with some real rubbery synth action!

The Wombats - Techno Fan (Afrojack Remix)

ALBUM STREAM: Arctic Monkeys - Suck It and See

 Arctic Monkeys have been the top British rock band for a while and I finally got my hands on the new album  that I've been anticipating. This album is a follow up to their previous release Humbug which was a very impressive album that received good reviews overall. Matt Helders said “Some of the songs are a bit more instant...A bit more poppy, certainly than ’Humbug’ was." So check it out and if you like it be sure to pick it up June 7th (June 6th for those in the UK) via Domino Records.

1 - She's Thunderstorms
2 - Black Treacle
3 - Brick by Brick
4 - The Hellcat Spangled Shalalala
5 - Don't Sit Down 'Cause I've Moved Your Chair
6 - Library Pictures
7 - All My Own Stunts
8 - Reckless Serenade
9 - Piledriver Waltz
10 - Love Is A Laserquest
11 - Suck It And See
12 - That's Where You're Wrong

ALBUM STREAM: Death Cab For Cutie - Codes and Keys

Death Cab For Cutie is a staple in any Indie diet. This is their 7th studio release and it offers us that great Death Cab flavor but is much more musical. This album is different from the others because theres a lot more instrumentation and its more of a "full band" effort. I have always been a big Death Cab fan and this album does not disappoint me one bit so stream this album below and pick it up next Tuesday, May 31st.

1 - Home Is a Fire
2 - Codes and Keys
3 - Some Boys
4 - Doors Unlocked and Open
5 - You Are a Tourist
6 - Unobstructed Views
7 - Monday Morning
8 - Portable Television
9 - Underneath the Sycamore
10 - St. Peter's Cathedral
11 - Stay Young, Go Dancing

MP3: The Rosebuds - Woods

"Woods," is featured The Rosebuds' upcoming Merge release Loud Places Fly Low. The steady piano in this song pushes the floating guitar chords along in this beautiful tune. Ivan Howard belts out his vocals which I assume to be about divorce and tops this off making it a fine listen.

The Rosebuds - Woods

MP3: Arcade Fire - “Culture War” / “Speaking In Tongues” (ft. David Byrne)

Arcade Fire's Grammy winning The Suburbs was a fantastic album that skyrocketed their popularity level. 2010 was definitely their year and now, on August 2nd they are releasing a deluxe edition of the album. The two songs below are going to be bonus tracks on that album. These tracks really supply that Arcade Fire feel and stand up with the other tracks on that album.

Arcade Fire - Culture War by ListenBeforeYouBuy

Arcade Fire - Speaking In Tongues by ListenBeforeYouBuy

MP3: Digitalism - "Forest Gump" (Feat. Julian Casablancas)

First off, sorry for not posting the past few days, I haven't had access to my computer since Tuesday night. Anyways, here is a cool track with a Digitalism and Julian Casablancas  (The Strokes) collaboration. This track has a hard hitting synth with a powerful beat while Julian offers his scattered style of vocals. You can check out I Love You Dude on June 20th via Cooperative.

Digitalism - Forrest Gump ft. Julian Casablancas by WATM Magazine

MP3: Light Vibes - “Wish We Had”

Wow, this song is just simply amazing. I recently just found this duo who go by the name of Light Vibes although they only have two songs floating around the Internet. They are working on a full length album, so i cant wait for that. For now, check out this glimmering song.

Light Vibes - Wish We Had

MP3: Two Door Cinema Club - "Something Good Can Work" (RAC Remix)

Well, in case you ever wondered (and i know you have :P), Two Door Cinema Club is my favorite band. I will basically post anything thats related to them as long as it doesn't disappoint me. This remix does not disappoint me, although it does change up the feel of this optimistic, bright song. The song changes into a dark feeling with the underlying instrumentals. The instruments and the vocals clash but in a way that only RAC could make work.

Two Door Cinema Club - Something Good Can Work (RAC Remix)

MP3: Cosmonaut Grechko "Coloreye" + "Singin" (Blue Satellite Remix)

Russian producer Cosmonaut Grechko has released his new EP Alaska 2100 today and it nothing short of amazing. Down below are two songs from the EP, one of which is a remix of "Singin" featuring a remix artist by the name of Blue Sattelite. The other track is just Cosmonaut doin his thing and its called "Coloreye"

Cosmonaut Grechko - Singin' feat. Joywave (Blue Satellite Remix) by Blue Satellite

Coloreye by Cosmonaut Grechko

MP3: Cults - "Make Time"

Heres a song from New York's Cults. Its very catchy with a groovy, yet simplistic guitar part that keeps your head boppin'. They have a self titled debut coming out June 7th but this song actually won't be on the record (Although it should be)

Cults - Make Time

MP3: Bon Iver - "Calgary"

Ahh, new Bon Iver. These guys have been riding great success with 2008's For Emma, Forever Ago  and 2009's Blood Bank EP and now the new self titled album is going to be released on June 21st. The first single off of the album is called "Calgary" and its a nice smooth, soft song and Justin Vernon's vocals are outstanding. Listen to the song below and pick up that album in about 5 weeks.

Bon Iver - Calgary

MP3: Deadmau5 – Raise Your Weapon (Madeon Remix)

This song has been floating around blogs today and they all have this weird radio intro, well luckily i found one that didnt have it. Either way this track is just stellar, I cant stop replaying it. This is probably the sickest thing you will listen to today.

Deadmau5 – Raise Your Weapon (Madeon Remix)

MP3: Swedish House Mafia – Save The World Tonight

Well well, this track will most definitely find its way to the radio and will most likely be a total smash hit. This track has been on blogs recently but its been ripped at less than amazing quality but now we have the official mp3 release of it and i definitely recommend checking this out. Once again we have another essential track for summer 2011.

Swedish House Mafia – Save The World Tonight

MP3: Kyle Andrews - "Lazer Tag With Imaginary Friends"

Heres a cool track thats very playful and has a cool synth hook along with some great vocal work. The chorus is also very catchy and the acoustic guitar blends nicely with the electronic aspect of the song. You can pick up Kyle's new album Robot Learn Love on Elephant Lady, August 16.

Kyle Andrews - Lazer Tag With Imaginary Friends

MP3: Memory Tapes - "Wait In The Dark"

Memory Tapes is a man by the name of Dayve Hawk. He released his debut album Seek Magic and it recieved good reviews. He is back with a soft and brilliant song which will be featured on his new album. That album, Piano Player comes out July 5th via Carpark Records

Memory Tapes - Wait In The Dark

MP3: Foster The People - Pumped Up Kicks (Gigamesh Remix)

I must admit, Foster The People may be my new favorite group. Thats a pretty bold statement, but what I am sure about is the huge impact that these guys have had on music while just riding on one EP. The new LP torches is due out later this month and that album could make them kings of the world. Now Pumped Up Kicks isn't a new song, but I recently stumbled upon this remix which I absolutely love. It adds an 80's vibe to this killer song. So enjoy this remix and be on the look out for Foster The People!

Foster The People - Pumped Up Kicks (Gigamesh Remix)

MP3: Saskatchewan - “Dreamboat”

You may see a reoccurring theme in a lot of my posts...summer. Even though its still spring this is still the time of year where a lot of summer feeling tracks come out. This track falls right in that line, its very dreamy (and yes its called Dreamboat) and very refreshing.

Saskatchewan - Dreamboat

MP3: Death Cab For Cutie – “Underneath The Sycamore”

Another new Death Cab For Cutie song off the new album Codes and Keys due out May 31st. Theres really no key explanations to this song, if you already know Death Cab you know what they're all about and this track doesn't steer away from their style. This is probably my favorite song I've heard from the new album


Death Cab for Cutie - Underneath The Sycamore by ATL REC

MP3: Arctic Monkeys - "Reckless Serenade"

This is the third song to be released from Arctic Monkeys newest album Suck It and See. The previous two tracks (“Don’t Sit Down Cause I’ve Moved Your Chair,” “Brick By Brick”) are pretty dark and feel very 60's to me. Unlike those two, this song is softer and a little more poppy. Its basically a ballad in my books. Also, dont forget to pick up Suck It and See  on June 7th via Domino Records


Arctic Monkeys - Reckless Serenade by kaneomak

MP3: The Phoenix Foundation - "Buffalo"

 

Check out this new song from New Zealand natives Phoenix Foundation. I could definitely see these guys getting somewhere if they keep producing hits like this. It has the danceable beats and simple guitar lines and it seems to pick up more depth as the song forming a stampede of sound (I apologize for the corniness). This song is simply huge in its laid back fashion.

Phoenix Foundation - Buffalo

MP3: Youth Lagoon - "Montana"

Its almost hard to come up with the right words to describe this song. I mean beautiful could apply but it doesnt really cover it. Every sound that reached my brain in the 4 minutes and 33 seconds that it played hit a different portion of me. There is quite a flood of lo-fi Indie Pop music going around but this song just stands out. Its real spacey and the dripping piano just yanks the heart strings. The build up in the middle of the song just sets you at ease and climaxes with the distant vocals returning. As far as a release from Youth Lagoon, The Year of Hibernation is due out July 5th.

Montana by Youth Lagoon

MP3: Hodgy Beats - "Mystery"

The OFWGKTA crew is making quite a name for themselves in music and are being the "next big thing" In my previous post I had a song from Tyler, The Creator who is the groups leader. It seems like Tyler is getting a good portion of the recognition so here is a song from a different artist named Hodgy Beats (In my oppinion, better than Tyler, The Creator). Not much is really known about Hodgy Beats but this track will hold us over until we get some more information about a release.

Hodgy Beats - Mystery

MP3: Tyler, The Creator - "She" (Feat. Frank Ocean)

Here we have a song from Tyler, The Creator. Its real dark and deep but remains chill and simple at the same time. Frank Ocean adds a different element to this song with a somewhat sexy feel.

Tyler, The Creator - She (Feat. Frank Ocean)

MP3: Friendly Fires - "Blue Cassette"/"Hawaiian Air"

Here we have 2 tracks from Friendly Fires. These guys havnt had much goin on in a while since their last release a few years ago but here they are, back with 2 songs to hold over our appetite for Pala.

"Blue Cassette" Is a really full, thick dance party and "Hawaiian Air" is a more playful and straitforward song. I have a feeling Friendly Fires is going to be the band that supplys us with plenty of Summer 2011 Anthems. Look for Pala on May 16th via XL records.

Friendly Fires - Blue Cassette

Friendly Fires - Hawaiian Air

MP3: 8in8 - "Nighty Night"

Sometimes simplicity is the key to a great song. Here is a prime example of this. A great song that tugs the heart a little has very simple instrumentation, but when constructed tastfully it turns into a great sounding song.

8in8 - Nighty Night

MP3: Other Lives - "Dustbowl III"

Here is a nice Indie-Folk track thats very calm and relaxing. The intensity level gets higher as the song progresses which is what makes this such a beautiful track. You can get Other Lives new album Tamer Animals on May 10th.

Other Lives - Dustbowl III

MP3: Freelance Whales - "Hannah" (Ra Ra Riot Remix)

Here is a very cool remix of "Hannah". Theres a hint of psychedelic mixed with the electro-pop base. I really dig the slappy synth arpeggios. This track is definatly worth a listen and best of all its in support of th victims in Japan. You can go to Freelance Whales website and order the rest of their Benefit for Japan EP where 100% of the proceeds go to the releif efforts.

Freelance Whales - Hannah (Ra Ra Riot Remix)

MP3: Slowdance - "Sweetness"

Slowdance offers us a very chill tune here. Soaked in simplistic, light synths and calming vocals its a great track that will cool off those summer days that are soon approaching.

Slowdance - Sweetness

MP3: 1,2,3 - "Work"

Pittsburgh natives 1,2,3 are a trio that feature pop melodies and fuzzy guitars crammed into a Folk-like style. They are scheduled to release their debut album New Heaven on June 21st via Frenchkiss. You can listen to a new song featured on that album called "Work"

In an interview with frontman Nic Synder says “Work is a blue-collar anthem for his fellow people of Pittsburgh: “I painted houses for three years for a small crew that my friend ran. He’s incidentally in jail now because he had a little side action, but, he told me I should write a working class anthem. I said I didn’t know if I could. I still don’t know, but, I wrote this song anyway.”

1,2,3 - Work

MP3: Foster The People - "Houdini" (RAC Remix)

Foster The People have already made a name for themself despite the fact that theyr only realeased a 3 song EP. Their full legnth LP entitled Torches is highly anticipated and will live up to the hype is FTP stays true to the foundation they have already Planted. Torches expected to drop May 24th via Columbia Records.

Remix Artist Collective (RAC) has remixed one of their tracks off of the EP called "Houdini". This remix is very bright and features some shimmering synths while the vocals soar right on through.

Foster The People - Houdini(RAC Remix)

MP3: Washed Out - "Eyes Be Closed"

Sup Pop records have signed Washed Out, an electronic act that may end up turning some heads. His debut album entitled Within and Without will be released on July 12th under his new label, nearly two years since his last release Life of Leisure EP.

Here is a track from the upcoming release entitles "Eyes Be Closed". This is a really relaxing and atmospheric tune. There are points in the song with drawn out synths which space the vocals very nicely and offer a great listen. There are even points where it seems to be beautifully hectic.

Washed Out - Eyes Be Closed

MP3: Klaxons - "Echoes" (Designer Drugs Remix)

Great new remix from the Designer Drugs crew. Suprisingly it didn't end up on the Mixtape these guys put out recently. The song is full of agressive bass and intensity adding a great element to this already awesome song.

Klaxons - Echoes (Designer Drugs Remix)