Thursday, August 28, 2008
New Blog Post
So yeah.. I'm not really keeping up with this very well. I've been busy, but that's no excuse.. I know there are at least 1 and at most 3 of you are very interested in what I have to say. So, when I think of something cool to post about, I sure will do it.
Friday, August 8, 2008
Follow-up
So, I promised some videos, HERE THEY ARE, PEOPLE.
Built To Spill, indie kings from Boise, Idaho, were highly influential in the usage of layered guitar work that creates a beautiful sonic landscape. Bands such as Modest Mouse have drawn a heavy influence from these pioneers of rock. They have many, MANY great songs, but here's just a taste of a few.
Built To Spill - You Were Right
Built To Spill - Stop the Show
Built To Spill - Big Dipper: Here's one with just a studio recording, it reminds me of Matt's new band, The Direct Method, every time I hear it.
Okay, on to the other band I mentioned, ISLANDS. The man behind Islands, Nick Thorburn, was previously in a short lived, but amazing, band called The Unicorns. Sprawling, epic indie rock with a Caribbean flair, Islands recent release "Arm's Way" is a strong contender for album of the year.
Islands - Rough Gem: This video is silly. Listen to that bass, too!
Islands - Abominable Snow: One of the better live videos I could find. Youtube does NOT do this band justice.
BONUS SONG:
The Unicorns - Tuff Ghost
So, in conclusion, if you're going to try one album from each band (you should), check out Islands - Arm's Way, and Built To Spill - Perfect From Now On. Built To Spill especially, for you Modest Mouse fans.
Built To Spill, indie kings from Boise, Idaho, were highly influential in the usage of layered guitar work that creates a beautiful sonic landscape. Bands such as Modest Mouse have drawn a heavy influence from these pioneers of rock. They have many, MANY great songs, but here's just a taste of a few.
Built To Spill - You Were Right
Built To Spill - Stop the Show
Built To Spill - Big Dipper: Here's one with just a studio recording, it reminds me of Matt's new band, The Direct Method, every time I hear it.
Okay, on to the other band I mentioned, ISLANDS. The man behind Islands, Nick Thorburn, was previously in a short lived, but amazing, band called The Unicorns. Sprawling, epic indie rock with a Caribbean flair, Islands recent release "Arm's Way" is a strong contender for album of the year.
Islands - Rough Gem: This video is silly. Listen to that bass, too!
Islands - Abominable Snow: One of the better live videos I could find. Youtube does NOT do this band justice.
BONUS SONG:
The Unicorns - Tuff Ghost
So, in conclusion, if you're going to try one album from each band (you should), check out Islands - Arm's Way, and Built To Spill - Perfect From Now On. Built To Spill especially, for you Modest Mouse fans.
Thursday, August 7, 2008
Here a blog, there a blog..
I've caved in and started a blog because I wanted to be cool like everyone else.
This first entry will be brief, still testing things out and gotta spread the word and all that.. I guess I'll just "pull an Alex" and recommend some music. These two bands have been dominating me lately. Music lovers.. do yourselves a favor. CHECK IT OUT. The bands are "Islands" and "Built To Spill". Album RECS, in order:
Islands - "Arm's Way", "Return to the Sea"
Built To Spill - "Perfect From Now On", "Keep It Like A Secret", "There's Nothing Wrong With Love"
I'll post some videos and stuff soon.
This first entry will be brief, still testing things out and gotta spread the word and all that.. I guess I'll just "pull an Alex" and recommend some music. These two bands have been dominating me lately. Music lovers.. do yourselves a favor. CHECK IT OUT. The bands are "Islands" and "Built To Spill". Album RECS, in order:
Islands - "Arm's Way", "Return to the Sea"
Built To Spill - "Perfect From Now On", "Keep It Like A Secret", "There's Nothing Wrong With Love"
I'll post some videos and stuff soon.
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