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1/19/2008 5:02:14 PM

it's back

Quote :

"Both RapidShare.de and RapidShare.com sites are currently still operating and the consequences, if any, of the claimed injunction have yet to be seen. So far, they have not been sued."

1/19/2008 7:06:53 PM

yay

1/19/2008 7:23:18 PM

This new Destroyer album is pretty great. 'Dark Leaves for a Thread' is the song of the year so far.

1/19/2008 8:24:54 PM

Hot Chip without the voiceover
hxxp://lix.in/dede2f0a

[Edited on January 19, 2008 at 8:59 PM. Reason : ]

1/19/2008 8:59:09 PM

i like that magnetic fields album

los campesinos is still ripping up the ipod

1/20/2008 5:39:29 PM

that hot chip was sort of disappointing on first listen. felt pretty uneven

1/20/2008 5:40:28 PM

hot chip is kinda meh for me.

1/20/2008 5:49:23 PM

just some i thought may be of interest...

The Whigs-- Mission Control (2008)
hxxp://rapidshare.com/files/85642227/The_Whigs-Mission_Control-2008-RTB.rar

The Mars Volta-- bedlam in goliath (2008)
hxxp://www.sendspace.com/file/bzlogl

Also, The Whigs will be at the Local 506 next week (Jan. 30th/Wednesday), so go see their show if you sample the record and like it.

[Edited on January 23, 2008 at 12:14 AM. Reason : .]

1/23/2008 12:02:05 AM

that new hot chip "Made in the Dark" is great stuff. My favorite track on the album is Shake A Fist

1/23/2008 10:09:42 AM

Okay, the Volta is down, but I found another link out there, so PM me if you need it.

If anyone could put up a good cop of the Hot Chip, I would appreciate it. That link is dead now too, unfortunatley.

1/23/2008 1:59:35 PM

A couple albums I'm looking forward to this year:

AZ - "undeniable" on February 5th
Jack Johnson - "Sleep through the static" on February 5th
Millencolin - "Machine 15" on April 7th
Roger Clyne and the Peacemakers - new album sometime this year

more to come later

1/24/2008 1:39:06 PM

I think the Jack Johnson is already out there. I believe I saw it the other day.

1/24/2008 1:58:39 PM

a bootleg/online version, or you saw it in a store?

everywhere I look says it doesnt come out til Feb 5

1/24/2008 2:10:51 PM

Quote :

"This new Destroyer album is pretty great. 'Dark Leaves for a Thread' is the song of the year so far."

kinda sounds like an outtake from rubies if you ask me.

i do really like "shooting rockets" a LOT though

1/24/2008 2:17:14 PM

^^ a leak of the record, i mean.

1/24/2008 3:33:15 PM

to update, the Jack Johnson has definitely leaked. If you want it, PM me.

Also, the new Fuck Buttons is out there...

[Edited on January 24, 2008 at 7:23 PM. Reason : .]

1/24/2008 7:22:30 PM

hxxp://download.yousendit.com/87034DBB30CDBF69

hot chip - made in the dark



I really looking forward to wolfparade's new album. Dont know when its supposed to drop though

1/24/2008 7:46:50 PM

The Steeldrivers - The Steeldrivers [2008]

Quote :

" The Steel Drivers hail from Nashville, TN and concoct a sound that combines elements of tradition with contemporary flourishes. One might call the group's self-titled debut neo-acoustic. It's a sound that relies on mandolins, fiddles, and guitars, one that skirts bluegrass without being constricted by it. Banjoist Richard Bailey, bassist-vocalist Mike Fleming, mandolinist-vocalist Mike Henderson, fiddler-vocalist Tammy Rogers, and guitarist-lead vocalist Chris Stapleton deliver 11 full-bodied tracks on The Steel Drivers, highlighted by Stapleton's scratchy, Tom Waits meets bluegrass vocals. The fact that Stapleton's vocals serve as the band's calling card will make it easy for the the Steel Drivers to stand out among other neo-acoustic bands. But while the band's "big sound" -- Stapleton's hoarse vocals, the group harmony, and bright production -- really calls attention to itself one track at a time, it can be a bit bombastic song after song. The first three songs, "Blue Side of the Mountain," "Drinkin' Dark Whiskey," and "Midnight Train to Memphis" are like a one-two-three punch of sonic energy. "Midnight Tears" and "If You Can't Be Good, Be Gone" stick closer to bluegrass and offer a slight pause after the first three. But even here, the Steel Drivers' vocal attack along with the crisp production seldom allows the music a chance to breathe. The ballad-paced "Sticks That Made Thunder" is an exception to the rule, a track that winningly shows off the band's softer side. The Steel Drivers are a talented lot, and the sonic blast of many of these songs presented individually will probably take radio listeners by surprise. Taken as a whole, however, The Steel Drivers are stuck in overdrive. "

hxxp://www.mediafire.com/?0ej50v5ygny




the young republic - 12 tales from winter city

Quote :

" SONG BY TOAD's review of "12 Tales From Winter City" "... There’s some pastoral indie-pop, full-on rock ‘n’ roll, a little bit of rag time and some pure country in amongst the various styles in this record. All eight of the band studied music, and this interest in any and all styles shows through in the music they themselves produce, which is unrestrained by any one category. Nonetheless it all holds very well together. They have put a lot of work into their orchestration, making sure that all eight instruments aren’t fighting one another for attention, with the lovely She’s Not Waiting Here This Time testament to this hard work. It starts out all sparse and lovely, with no more than a little dash of piano and guitar underpinned with a little brush work on the drums. Half way through however, a drum roll heralds the arrival of a choir of angels and swelling cinematic orchestration. It’s superb, and this kind of surprising and unselfconscious genre-hopping is what is best about this album THE DAILY GROWL's review of "12 Tales From Winter City" "The Young Republic are obviously American, with a bit of a country influence... I know they’re Dylan nuts, and their Bob covers set at End of the Road Festival is still one of my festival, if not general musical highlights of the year. They’ve also got a big love for The Beatles, so that’s maybe where the strong pop sensibility comes from. In other places (like on She Comes and Goes) where the strings really get going there’s a reminiscence of Arcade Fire. So plenty to enjoy all round then. "

hxxp://www.mediafire.com/?7nmnsjgzywz





Blood On The Wall - Liferz [Social Registry 2008]

Quote :

" Liferz finds the band expanding their sound and honing their aesthetic while staying true to their roots. Approaching the new material in the studio with the same earnest energy that characterizes their live shows, Blood On The Wall have crafted their best record to date. The raw energy is still there - tracks like album opener Hibernation and the relentlessly catchy "Rize" nearly bubble over with the band's patent explosiveness. But Blood On The Wall are no one-trick pony, and Liferz is most definitely a diverse outing. The band balances their frenetic bursts with tempered songs like the slow-churning Lightning Song. Having gone from hometown heroes to national fan favorites and critical darlings, the band has earned its reputation as top of the rock heap. Along the way they've been able to translate their notoriously wild live show effectively to the studio, putting out raucously fun records. Liferz is a portrait of a band at the top of their game - somehow they have managed to get even more "awesomer". "

hxxp://www.mediafire.com/?ch0ojuxwqd5

1/24/2008 11:40:32 PM

ive had that blood on the wall for a while but havent listened..."Awesomer" was well, awesome

still kickin the newest His Name is Alive and Los Campesinos

the new Magnetic Fields is really fucking good too

1/27/2008 7:03:57 PM

i don't know if this has been posted yet. hercules and love affair hercules anthem
http://gorillavsbear.blogspot.com/2008/01/blind.html

1/27/2008 8:27:01 PM

http://www.pitchforkmedia.com/article/feature/48163-interview-rivers-cuomo

Quote :

"Pitchfork: Can you elaborate on what a more experimental Weezer record might sound like? RC: Longer songs, non-traditional song forms, different people writing and singing, instrument switching, TR-808s, synths, Southern rap, and baroque counterpoint-- for starters."

1/28/2008 1:04:51 PM

jack johnson is now on spinner's listening party

1/28/2008 1:59:16 PM

BTW-- that JJ that I had was a fake, and I looked for it elsewhere and it's nowhere to be found. I know the promo copies are definitely out, so it should just be a matter of days.

Here's the first single, though.

hxxp://www.sendspace.com/file/1wgcou

also, here's the full album for Hercules & Love Affair
hxxp://www.megaupload.com/?d=G9R9HUB6

[Edited on January 28, 2008 at 7:20 PM. Reason : .]

1/28/2008 7:20:12 PM

^thanks. i've been looking forward to that hercules album. "hercules theme" is the best single i've heard so far this year

1/28/2008 7:35:24 PM

got xiu xiu's women as lovers from schoolkids. i'm absorbing it now. very xiu xiu-ish.

1/29/2008 9:43:56 PM

from what i can tell, the hot chip is no good

1/31/2008 5:14:42 PM

^i didnt really like it at first but there are several songs that I like a lot now.


Mainly Ready for the floor, bendable poseable, and Touch to much

the slower songs are decent but not really what I was expecting from hot chip

1/31/2008 7:30:24 PM

new Jack Johnson--sleep through the static
hxxp://www.mediafire.com/?2kdsq7mm1mw

haha, I guess I'm the only one that like the Hot Chip record.

Vampire Weekend received 4 stars in Spin and an 8.8 on pitchfork... that should bode well for the band. I really hope the Cradle books them.

[Edited on January 31, 2008 at 8:03 PM. Reason : .]

1/31/2008 8:01:58 PM

fucking thank you!

Jack Johnson is a big guilty pleasure of mine.

1/31/2008 8:04:38 PM

No problem man--- I had just sent it to your inbox too in case you didn't check the thread.

I hope you enjoy it.

1/31/2008 8:05:38 PM

spin is almost as bad as rolling stone

1/31/2008 8:10:06 PM

I used to really hate Spin, but I got a free subscription and it has some enjoyable content. Granted, half of their mag is still shit, but they do a better job than in recent years, imo.

1/31/2008 8:17:59 PM

Quote :

"^i didnt really like it at first but there are several songs that I like a lot now. Mainly Ready for the floor, bendable poseable, and Touch to much the slower songs are decent but not really what I was expecting from hot chip"

i agree with everything said here

1/31/2008 8:56:40 PM

im diggin the new mars volta

2/2/2008 12:15:16 PM

the new xiu xiu is the bomb

2/2/2008 1:59:30 PM

new protest the hero is out. kezia was a delight so i look forward to hearing th enew stuff.

2/2/2008 2:32:22 PM

that vampire weekend album seems like a poor man versions of the first clap your hands say yeah

its mildly entertaining, but i'm not buying the hype machine

2/2/2008 7:24:28 PM

new islands song on their myspace page is good.

i have high hopes for the album.

2/2/2008 8:09:02 PM

^^ agreed

2/2/2008 9:27:36 PM

Bon Iver-For Emma Forever Ago (2008)
hxxp://rapidshare.com/files/88528746/Bon_Iver-For_Emma_Forever_Ago-2008-RTB.rar


I'm really enjoying this record so far.

2/2/2008 11:54:58 PM

Somebody needs to make a Bon Iver / Megafaun mashup record.

DANGER MOUSE, I'M LOOKING IN YOUR DIRECTION.

2/3/2008 12:09:39 AM

is there a music station or television show that plays the stuff in this thread? i bet i'd like some of it if i heard it, but i dont even know where you guys find this stuff

2/3/2008 12:16:35 AM

People are providing a lot of links. You can download and hear for yourself.

2/3/2008 12:20:48 AM

yes i'm aware of that...i'm just asking how yall find out about these things...i've literally not heard of hardly any of these groups(bands?)...i dont watch many music stations(i think mtv is gay), and i never hear stuff like this on like the radio(dont listen often and only listen to like 96 rock and 97.5 pretty much)

2/3/2008 12:29:45 AM

You might hear some of it on KNC, XDU, or XYC, but most of us hear about it though friends, through music blogs, or, I dunno, just however the fuck anybody hears about anything that isn't on TV or radio.

2/3/2008 12:36:38 AM

i'm getting tired of rap...most white girls dont like it and the ones that do typically go for black dudes...plus it just has that negative stigma and they are always talking about drugs and hos...plus no good shit comes out on a regular basis anymore...aint had a decent year since 05...plus the shit that gets big now is stupid shit like soldier boy

2/3/2008 12:44:49 AM

valid points.

2/3/2008 12:58:18 AM

Quote :

"Somebody needs to make a Bon Iver / Megafaun mashup record. DANGER MOUSE, I'M LOOKING IN YOUR DIRECTION."

LOL

Maybe you can pitch that idea to them on Feb. 18th when they play together at the 506.

2/3/2008 12:09:57 PM

i got my promo copy of the megafaun album from brad. the artwork is badass.



still can't believe justin's album (bon iver) blew up so much. good for him

regarding vampire weekend.. i think "a-punk" is a great song. the rest of the album i couldn't really give a shit about one way or another. people sure are buying into the hype though.

[Edited on February 3, 2008 at 12:40 PM. Reason : picture]

2/3/2008 12:38:48 PM