New music from Volcano Choir- "Comrade"

Several weeks back the Justin Vernon led project Volcano Choir released the first track off their soon to be released LP, Repave called "Byegone." It was a big soaring number, extremely promising, and had me wondering what the rest of the album would shape out to be. Well today the band just offered up another new track titled, "Comrade" that is equally as impressive. Go give it a spin below.
Volcano Choir's 'Repave' comes out September 3rd on Jagjaguwar

http://volcanochoir.com/

Get to Know: RY X- "Berlin"

RY X has a new EP coming out called, Berlin this Aug. 28th. Originally from Australia but now based out of L.A., RY X has often been compared to Bon Iver due to his soft falsetto. Don't let that sway you either way though, just see for yourself and give a listen to the emotional title track below.



http://www.ry-x.com/

Watch Bears Den Cover "Don't Save Me" by Haim

U.K. trio Bears Den recently broke news that Agape, their debut EP will be getting a U.S. release date this August 27 via Communion Records. To celebrate the release, the band will be kicking off several tour dates in the States with Mumford & Sons and Daughter. 

If you head over to their website now you can grab yourself a copy of the song "Isaac" which is available for free download. http://www.bearsdenmusic.co.uk/

Also be sure to watch their excellent cover of the Haim track, "Don't Save Me" below.

Western Lows- "'Grapevine"

I've always had a little soft spot for some 90's shoegaze, and L.A. band Western Lows pay homage with their latest track, "Grapevine." The song comes off their recently released album Glacial which is out now via Jaxart Records.

 https://www.facebook.com/WesternLows

Die Mason Die- "You're Lonely"

Young and talented London quartet Die Mason Die's music has been described as ghost-folk. One listen to their haunting new single "You're Lonely" and you'll fully understand why. "You're Lonely" will be released September 9th via Young & Lost Club.

https://www.facebook.com/DieMasonDieMusic

Jesse Woods- "Lazerburn"

I've been long anticipating the upcoming debut LP, Get Your Burdens Lifted,  from Austin's own Jesse Woods. I first spoke of his music back in December sometime (read here) when he unveiled a song called, "Danger In the Dancehall" that was supposed to be off his debut. Whatever the delay was in the release I'm not sure, but now comes excellent news that Woods' debut rolls out next week on August 6th. Take a listen to a new track "Lazerburn" below.


https://www.facebook.com/JesseWoodsMusic

Local Natives- "Breakers" (Acoustic Live Session)

One of my favorite songs of the year off of one of my favorite albums. Watch Local Natives perform an acoustic version of their track, "Breakers" for the talented folks over at Green Couch Sessions.

http://thelocalnatives.com/

New Video: Gregory Alan Isakov- "Living Proof"

Gregory Alan Isakov recently put out a brilliant new album called, The Weatherman. It features this lovely track, "Living Proof" which he just released a new video for.

http://gregoryalanisakov.com/

Phosphorescent- "Terror In The Canyons (The Wounded Master)" live for Studio Brussel

Phosphorescent's latest disc, Muchacho is one of the finest 2013 has had to offer so far. One of the highlights off the album is the track, "Terror In The Canyons (The Wounded Master") which you can watch be played live on a rooftop in Belgium for the radio station Studio Brussel.

http://phosphorescentmusic.com/

Dan Croll- "In/Out"

Liverpool native Dan Croll is back with another infectious, hook filled track, this time with his new single, "In/Out." I've spoken in the past about how much I'm into his debut EP, From Nowhere which features both singer/songwriter and electronic elements that keeps his sound unique. If you haven't checked it out yet you really should, and in the meantime add this track to your Summer playlist to get things moving. 

http://www.dancroll.com/

New Music: David Ramirez- "Stone" (live from Ft. Worth)

Ever since discovering the music of Austin singer/songwriter David Ramirez late last year, he's become a real favorite of mine. Just a few short months ago saw the release of his EP called The Rooster, which features 5 captivating tracks that are not to be missed.
Today Ramirez unveiled a brand new song that he debuted for a live audience in Ft. Worth titled "Stone."

http://davidramirezmusic.com/

Gambles- "Far From Your Arms"

Gambles is the project of Matthew Daniel Siskin, who's debut EP Far From Your Arms came out this May. I heard the self-titled track from the EP just the other day and it has just left me floored ever since. It's one of the most raw, beautiful, and powerful things I've come across so far this year.


Gambles- "Far From Your Arms"
Far from your arms
it's taken me
through cities far
they've carried me
on the sound of a heart
barely holding on
you breath my lungs
you keep me strong

Smelled the cities hell
climbed the iron stares
traded clouds for dreams
lost a year at sea
on the sound of man
barely holding on
you breath my lungs
you keep me strong

But we're going down
nowhere I been
in a hollow sound
so hard to live

But through these roads
I move to you
heels dragging slow
but they drag for you
on the sound of a heart
stretched far so wide
you breath my lungs
stand by my side

But we're going down
nowhere I been
in a hollow sound
so hard to live

I'm an honest man
no harm to give
and on my blood
I will come home again

Far from your arms
it's taken me
through cities far
they've carried me
on the sound of a heart
barely holding on
you breath my lungs
you keep me strong

But we're going down
nowhere I been
in a hollow sound
so hard to live

I'm an honest man
no harm to give
and on my blood
I will come home again

more at https://www.facebook.com/iamgambles

Mother Falcon- "Dirty Summer"

I discovered this 18 piece ensemble out of Austin, Tx. a few weeks back and I'm absolutely hooked. They have a new album titled You Knew in stores now, and it features this infectious & joyous track called, "Dirty Summer." Watch the band playing a killer live version of the song below for the good folks over at 'Subway Tracks' in NYC.
Speaking of NY, the band is currently in the Big Apple doing a month long June residency before moving things over  to L.A. for the month of August. Check their website HERE for all the details.



https://www.facebook.com/motherfalconmusic

Get to Know: Foy Vance- "Janey"

Irish singer-songwriter Foy Vance recently signed on board with Glassnote Records, who will be releasing his new record, Joy of Nothing this August. It features this stunning track, "Janey" which you can catch below.
Here's a little about Vance via Glassnote's website: "Foy Vance hails from the seaside town of Bangor in Northern Ireland. As a child, Foy relocated with his father, a preacher, to the American Midwest settling in Oklahoma. With his father, Foy travelled the American South, widening his horizons and absorbing the rich musical traditions he was exposed to.  Returning to Ireland some years later, Foy began writing his own music, deeply shaped by the sounds of his youth."



http://www.foyvance.com/

New Video: Daughter- "Youth"

 UK trio Daughter unveiled  brand new video for the track, "Youth" taken from their debut disc, If You Leave. One of the best of 2013 so far.


http://www.ohdaughter.com/

Chvrches Live on Jimmy Fallon 6/19/13

Scottish band Chvrches stopped by Late Night with Jimmy Fallon last night to make their U.S. television debut, playing the track, "The Mother We Share." In other news from the group, they recently unveiled a brand new single, "Gun" which will appear on their debut full length The Bones Of What You Believe which comes out this Sept. 24th in N. America.



http://chvrches.tumblr.com/

Volcano Choir- "Byegone"

The Bon Iver led project Volcano Choir released the first taste of their upcoming sophomore release Repave, with the soaring first single called "Byegone." It's hits stores this Sept. 3rd via Jagjaguwar.

http://volcanochoir.com

Rodeo Queen- "It's Not All That Serious"

Last month I told you about the excellent new project out of Houston, Texas called Rodeo Queen, and his upcoming full length debut he had in the works. That debut LP, Goodness Gracious is out today, and just last week he unveiled a third new song off the album titled, "It's Not All That Serious" which is a beautiful slow burner featuring slide guitar and piano.
Listen to it below and pick up the album, Goodness Gracious which is available now on his bandcamp or at rodeoqueenmusic.com/.


http://rodeoqueenmusic.com/

The National play 'NPR Tiny Desk Concert'

I've been about all things The National ever since their latest disc dropped, Trouble Will Find Me. The band has been on a bit of a whirlwind promoting with TV appearances (Letterman, Fallon & Colbert) and surprise shows in support of their latest effort. Just recently they fit in a stop at the NPR offices to play a stripped down 'Tiny Desk Concert' which featured four songs off of Trouble Will Find Me including, "This is The Last Time" "I Need My Girl" "Pink Rabbits" and "Sea of Love."


http://www.americanmary.com/

Get to Know: Vance Joy-"Riptide"

Vance Joy is a talented young musician hailing from Australia, who was said to have cut his teeth playing Melbourne’s open mic circuit. His debut EP, God Loves You When You’re Dancing came out out internationally, and since then he's landed opening slots touring with Of Monsters & Men and fellow Aussie, Julia Stone, along with appearances at SXSW. Unfortunately the EP isn't in stores here in the U.S. as of yet, but you can pick up his single "Riptide" which came out on iTunes a few weeks back along with another track, "From Afar."

http://www.vancejoy.com/

Volcano Choir announce 'Repave'

While you patiently wait for a new Bon Iver album, Justin Vernon has been keeping plenty busy with side projects of late. His latest, Volcano Choir announced plans for their second LP titled, Repave. It comes out this Sept. 3rd and they released this album teaser below that sounds pretty damn amazing. 

TOUR SCHEDULE:
09/06 – Chicago, IL @ Metro
09/07 – Indianapolis, IN @ Vogue
09/08 – Toronto, Ontario @ Phoenix
09/09 – Burlington, VT @ Higher Ground
09/11 – Boston, MA @ Paradise
09/12 – Washington, DC @ 9:30 Club
09/14 – New York, NY @ Webster Hall
09/27 – Madison, WI @ Orpheum Theater
09/28 – Milwaukee, WI @ Past Theater
10/18 – Minneapolis, MN v First Ave.

 http://volcanochoir.com/