New York
posted by Jared at 9/30/2007
Sunday, September 30, 2007
Saturday, September 29, 2007
Friday, September 28, 2007
Wednesday, September 26, 2007
Tuesday, September 25, 2007
I Was A Cub Scout
I'm completely infatuated with these two at the moment. Synth crackle pop!
posted by Jared at 9/25/2007
Athlete
I've never been a huge fan of Athlete, but I can't stop listening to their latest, Beyond The Neighbourhood. The beginning of this one reminds me a bit of a song by Headlights and oddly enough they also have a song entitled "Tokyo." Hmmm...
posted by Jared at 9/25/2007
The Narrator
Whiny wonderful rock from the windy city.
posted by Jared at 9/25/2007
Iron And Wine
Sam kicks it up a notch on this track.
posted by Jared at 9/25/2007
Nina Nastasia & Jim White
Beautiful collaboration from these two.
posted by Jared at 9/25/2007
Monday, September 24, 2007
The Deadly Syndrome
The Ortolan. Definitely my favorite CD right now.
posted by Jared at 9/24/2007
The Mugs
I'd love to catch a live set from The Mugs, but they only have a couple dates scheduled right now - this Friday at Schubas in Chicago and a WOXY.com lounge act on November 13.
posted by Jared at 9/24/2007
Fior Fiero
Fior Fiero is an electronic duo comprised of Roger Thomasson and Marco Panella. I highly recommend them if you enjoy acts like +/-.
posted by Jared at 9/24/2007
The Most Serene Republic
Population is the name of the new disc from The Most Serene Republic, and it'll be available October 2 from Arts & Crafts.
posted by Jared at 9/24/2007
Art In Manila
Art In Manila is the latest project fronted by Orenda Fink. They're playing twice this week in DC, opening Wednesday and Thursday nights at 9:30 for Rilo Kiley. Hot hot!
posted by Jared at 9/24/2007
Sunday, September 23, 2007
Friday, September 21, 2007
Cary Brothers - Honestly
Cary Brothers seems to be a singer/songwriter fave among everyone. Here's his video for "Honestly," which is part of the soundtrack for Feast of Love.
posted by Jared at 9/21/2007
Wednesday, September 19, 2007
Glen Hansard & Marketa Irglova
I still haven't had a chance to see Once, but here's a great song from the critically acclaimed film.
posted by Jared at 9/19/2007
Jens Lekman
I haven't been able to get this one outta my head for days.
posted by Jared at 9/19/2007
Jeremy
Two guys but only one guy's name. Neither of them is a Jeremy.
posted by Jared at 9/19/2007
Eldridge Skell's The Rude Staircase
"builds tension and grabs attention by really cramming darkness into the spaces between sounds in an uneven interstitial bumpy car ride soundtrack on dusty dirt road donkey trail of desire."
posted by Jared at 9/19/2007
Tuesday, September 18, 2007
Cajun Dance Party
The only chick in this band doesn't like to wear pants. I've only seen her in dresses.
posted by Jared at 9/18/2007
The Start
For fans of Client.
posted by Jared at 9/18/2007
Jose Gonzalez
A Swedish genius covering Massive Attack. I don't think there's any way this one could turn out bad.
posted by Jared at 9/18/2007
Rogue Wave
It seems that someone's been listening to Band Of Horses a little too much. Still, I think I like this new disc from Rogue Wave better than the last.
posted by Jared at 9/18/2007
A Place To Bury Strangers
Self-proclaimed as the loudest band in New York.
posted by Jared at 9/18/2007
Sunday, September 16, 2007
Muscles
Here's a video for "Sweaty" from Muscles. Guns Babes Lemonade is out on Modular next month, and it's spectacular. Can't we get this guy to the States sometime soon?
Muscles on MySpace
Muscles on The Hype Machine
posted by Jared at 9/16/2007
Saturday, September 15, 2007
Friday, September 14, 2007
tonight: The Teenage Prayers
We're lucky enough to have The Teenage Prayers breezing through the district for their No Sex Tour. If you're feelin' sexy (or not sexy) tonight, you should come to The Red & The Black for a great show.
posted by Jared at 9/14/2007
Thursday, September 13, 2007
Wednesday, September 12, 2007
contest: Devendra Banhart
Oh, DB! Who'd like to go see this godfather of the freak folk revolution on October 1? I've got two tickets for the DC show at the 6th & I Historic Synagogue. Please e-mail me (5ActsBlog at gmail dot com) and for the subject line include the title of his new disc coming out Septmber 25 on XL. I will pick a winner at random in one week. Good luck!
posted by Jared at 9/12/2007
Tuesday, September 11, 2007
Lounge Act: Pash
Support Pash and WOXY.com by listening to the Lounge Act today at 3:30pm ET.
posted by Jared at 9/11/2007
Hearts Of Palm UK
I have one word to describe this electro-pop duo - adorable. Hearts Of Palm UK is highly recommended for fans of other chicky groups like Au Revoir Simone.
posted by Jared at 9/11/2007
Rhythm King And Her Friends
Here's some more hot electro beats from a super duo. The latest from Rhythm King And Her Friends is entitled The Front Of Luxury, and it's out next month from Kitty-Yo.
posted by Jared at 9/11/2007
Le Loup
Le Loup loves the complicated titles. Their much anticipated debut - The Throne Of The Third Heaven Of The Nations' Millennium General Assembly - is out today via Hardly Art. I guarantee you'll agree that this is one of the loveliest and most experimental of the year. Catch their official album release party September 29 at Black Cat.
posted by Jared at 9/11/2007
Dirty Projectors
Dirty Projectors have several dates with Ecstatic Sunshine before they head off to Europe for a major tour beginning October 15. I hear the live show makes you appreciate this bunch even more, so check their MySpace page to see if they're coming near you.
posted by Jared at 9/11/2007
Petra Haden
Here's Petra Haden doing an awesome cover of Journey's "Don't Stop Believin'." It's from a great covers album - Guilt By Association. Please invest some time to listen to the rest of this compilation. It even features Luna covering Paula Abdul's "Straight Up." Does it get better than that?
posted by Jared at 9/11/2007
Monday, September 10, 2007
Saturday, September 08, 2007
Hang The DJ - 09/07/07
01. Lali Puna - Faking The Books
02. Trembling Blue Stars - Idyllwild
03. Charlotte Gainsbourg - Set Yourself On Fire
04. Maps - Don't Fear
05. Young Galaxy - Outside The City
06. To My Boy - Talk
07. Caribou - Sundialing
08. The Fiery Furnaces - Ex-Guru
09. Junior Boys - In The Morning (Hot Chip Remix)
10. Mylo - In My Arms
11. Ra Ra Riot - Each Year (RAC Mix)
12. Bloc Party - Hunting For Witches (RAC Mix)
13. Shiny Toy Guns - Le Disko
14. Muscles - Ice Cream
15. Jamie T - Calm Down Dearest
16. Calvin Harris - The Girls
17. Digitalism - Pogo
18. Feist - 1234 (Van She Remix)
19. The Bird And The Bee - F-cking Boyfriend (Peaches Remix)
20. Kate Nash - Mouthwash
21. Coconut Records - Nighttiming
22. The Shins - Australia (Peter Bjorn And John Remix)
23. Peter Bjorn And John - Young Folks (Diplo Remix)
24. Tilly And The Wall - The Freest Man (CSS Remix)
25. You Say Party! We Say Die! - Monster
26. Blonde Redhead - Spring And By Summer Fall
27. Silversun Pickups - Dream At Tempo 119
28. The Thermals - Here's Your Future
29. White Rabbits - The Plot
30. Yeah Yeah Yeahs - 10x10
31. Love Of Diagrams - Form And Function
32. Howling Bells - Low Happening
33. Forget Cassettes - The Catch
34. Los Campesinos! - Sweet Dreams Sweet Cheeks
35. Oh No! Oh My! - I Love You All The Time
36. Modest Mouse - We've Got Everything
37. Regina Spektor - Hotel Song
38. Love Is All - Talk Talk Talk Talk
39. Pash - The Best Gun
40. The National - Apartment Story
41. The Western Civilization - Bruise The Paper
42. Bound Stems - Rented A Tent (A Tent, A Tent)
43. The Eames Era - When You Were A Millionaire
44. +/- - Ventriloquist
45. The Rosebuds - Cemetery Lawn
46. Rilo Kiley - Breakin' Up
47. The Concretes - Kids
48. Cloud Cult - Take Your Medicine
49. Grizzly Bear - Knife (Girl Talk Remix)
50. Tears For Fears - Shout
51. New Young Pony Club - The Get Go
52. The Myrmidons - Clap (See The Stars)
53. Teddybears - Different Sound
54. LCD Soundsystem - Someone Great
55. VHS Or Beta - Burn It All Down
56. Poni Hoax - Budapest
57. Aesop Rock - None Shall Pass
58. K-OS - Sunday Morning
59. Kanye West - Stronger
60. The Teenagers - Homecoming
61. Northern State - Better Already
62. Foals - Hummer
63. The Cribs - Men's Needs (CSS Remix)
64. Throw Me The Statue - Lolita
65. Thrushes - Heartbeats
66. Handsome Furts - Dead + Rural
67. Iron And Wine - Boy With A Coin
02. Trembling Blue Stars - Idyllwild
03. Charlotte Gainsbourg - Set Yourself On Fire
04. Maps - Don't Fear
05. Young Galaxy - Outside The City
06. To My Boy - Talk
07. Caribou - Sundialing
08. The Fiery Furnaces - Ex-Guru
09. Junior Boys - In The Morning (Hot Chip Remix)
10. Mylo - In My Arms
11. Ra Ra Riot - Each Year (RAC Mix)
12. Bloc Party - Hunting For Witches (RAC Mix)
13. Shiny Toy Guns - Le Disko
14. Muscles - Ice Cream
15. Jamie T - Calm Down Dearest
16. Calvin Harris - The Girls
17. Digitalism - Pogo
18. Feist - 1234 (Van She Remix)
19. The Bird And The Bee - F-cking Boyfriend (Peaches Remix)
20. Kate Nash - Mouthwash
21. Coconut Records - Nighttiming
22. The Shins - Australia (Peter Bjorn And John Remix)
23. Peter Bjorn And John - Young Folks (Diplo Remix)
24. Tilly And The Wall - The Freest Man (CSS Remix)
25. You Say Party! We Say Die! - Monster
26. Blonde Redhead - Spring And By Summer Fall
27. Silversun Pickups - Dream At Tempo 119
28. The Thermals - Here's Your Future
29. White Rabbits - The Plot
30. Yeah Yeah Yeahs - 10x10
31. Love Of Diagrams - Form And Function
32. Howling Bells - Low Happening
33. Forget Cassettes - The Catch
34. Los Campesinos! - Sweet Dreams Sweet Cheeks
35. Oh No! Oh My! - I Love You All The Time
36. Modest Mouse - We've Got Everything
37. Regina Spektor - Hotel Song
38. Love Is All - Talk Talk Talk Talk
39. Pash - The Best Gun
40. The National - Apartment Story
41. The Western Civilization - Bruise The Paper
42. Bound Stems - Rented A Tent (A Tent, A Tent)
43. The Eames Era - When You Were A Millionaire
44. +/- - Ventriloquist
45. The Rosebuds - Cemetery Lawn
46. Rilo Kiley - Breakin' Up
47. The Concretes - Kids
48. Cloud Cult - Take Your Medicine
49. Grizzly Bear - Knife (Girl Talk Remix)
50. Tears For Fears - Shout
51. New Young Pony Club - The Get Go
52. The Myrmidons - Clap (See The Stars)
53. Teddybears - Different Sound
54. LCD Soundsystem - Someone Great
55. VHS Or Beta - Burn It All Down
56. Poni Hoax - Budapest
57. Aesop Rock - None Shall Pass
58. K-OS - Sunday Morning
59. Kanye West - Stronger
60. The Teenagers - Homecoming
61. Northern State - Better Already
62. Foals - Hummer
63. The Cribs - Men's Needs (CSS Remix)
64. Throw Me The Statue - Lolita
65. Thrushes - Heartbeats
66. Handsome Furts - Dead + Rural
67. Iron And Wine - Boy With A Coin
posted by Jared at 9/08/2007
tonight: The Alphabetical Order
The Alphabetical Order will be putting out I Am Magically Happening! next month. Until then, you can get your fix of this local DC band tonight at Velvet Lounge.
posted by Jared at 9/08/2007
tonight: Blisspop
The one and only Mr. Will Eastman has put together a fine late night event for this evening at 9:30 Club. Doors are at 11 and there will be live performances by The Dance Party, Soft Complex, and Georgie James.
posted by Jared at 9/08/2007
Friday, September 07, 2007
Hang The DJ at Rock & Roll Hotel
Please stop by Rock & Roll Hotel tonight and say hi to me! I'll be DJing upstairs, and downstairs will be a night of comedy with Pleaseeasaur and Neil Hamburger. Doors are at 9, and It all starts around 9:30.Rock & Roll Hotel
1353 H Street NE
Washington DC 20002
posted by Jared at 9/07/2007
Thursday, September 06, 2007
The Last Town Chorus / Mark Olson
NOVA people: please make some time tonight to check out Mark Olson (founding member of The Jayhawks) and labelmates The Last Town Chorus at Iota in Arlington. Show starts at 8:30!
posted by Jared at 9/06/2007
Wednesday, September 05, 2007
tonight: O'Death / Rock Plaza Central
Rock Plaza Central will be blessing us this evening at Black Cat, one of many stops for their first US tour! Also playing tonight and joining the band for most of the tour will be their New York buddies O'Death.Chris Eaton from Rock Plaza Central comments: “You know, we’re probably too old for this sort of thing. And we basically picked an awful time to release and promote a CD because we also ‘released’ two children within the same couple of months. The last six months have meant turning down a lot of offers because we couldn’t find a way to do that without neglecting our duties as parents. And husbands. And boyfriends. And girlfriends. This tour is how we’ve come to solve the problem. I’m just happy we finally have this chance to make music together with fans in places we never thought we’d be.”
Make sure to catch these two collectives when they gallivant through your area. Dates below (US and Canadian).
09/05 Washington, DC – Black Cat
09/06 Oberlin, OH – Oberlin College
09/07 Champaign, IL – Void Room
09/08 Chicago, IL – Schuba’s with the Signing Choir
09/09 Minneapolis, MN – 7th Street Entry
09/12 Seattle, WA – Neumos
09/13 Portland, OR- Dante’s
09/14 Vancouver, BC – Pat’s Pub
09/19 San Francisco, CA – Rickshaw Shop
09/20 Los Angeles, CA – The Echo
09/22 Claremont, CA – Pomona College
09/23 Phoenix, AZ - Rhythm Room
09/24 Tucson, AZ - Plush
09/26 Austin, TX - The Mohawk
09/27 Dallas, TX - The Cavern
09/28 New Orleans, LA - One Eyed Jacks
09/29 Birmingham, AL - The Nick
09/30 Atlanta, GA - The Earl
10/01 Athens, GA - Tasty World
10/02 Chapel Hill, NC - Local 506
10/03 Nashville, TN - Exit In
10/04 Lexington, KY - The Dame
10/05 Windsor, ON - Phog Lounge
10/06 Toronto, ON - Sneaky Dee's
10/09 Hamilton, ON - Casbah
10/11 Guelph, ON - E-Bar
10/13 Montreal, QC - Casa Del Popolo
10/14 Ottawa, ON - Zaphod's
Also! How had I not heard RPC's cover of "SexyBack" until just now? Please check it out below played to JT's video. Amazing! I wonder if I'll be able to get a special request/dedication tonight...
posted by Jared at 9/05/2007
Tuesday, September 04, 2007
Bridges And Powerlines
See below for some hot live dates for Bridges And Powerlines. 09-15 Delancey, NYC
09-26 ABC Tavern, Harrisburg PA
09-27 Soapbox, Wilmington NC
09-28 The Cave, Chapel Hill NC
09-29 Lit Lounge, NYC
10-13 Metro Gallery, Baltimore MD
Also, to celebrate this mini-tour the guys have posted three new tracks on their MySpace page from their 2008 full-length. I can't wait to hear the rest of it!
posted by Jared at 9/04/2007
Monday, September 03, 2007
Happy Labor Day
So I thought I'd be clever and post a few songs with "labor/labour" in the title. Unfortunately I only came up with one in my music library. Hope everyone had a relaxing weekend!
posted by Jared at 9/03/2007
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