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.

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.