fighting my way back to civilization
loyal subjects! I am forever sorry for taking this long to get back to you from the torid jungle of good and bad music. on my leave, i decided to change my usual list-like format to one where i inform you of the music, not just list them all off. i'm going to try to grab a couple of bands or artists from a variety of catagories just to please people the most. on with the show!
new music:
So.It.Goes - this four-piece pop/rock/classic punk/excellent band from Minnesota definitly have a place in my heart. they've got this song out called "No Guns" and it just makes me want to have a good time. they're releasing a cd in June called "Histronics" and i advise picking it up, or at least listening to it at a booth. "Popaganda" is for sure one of the best songs off of that record.
Subcity Dwellers - officially called Winnipeg's "Punk Ska Orchestra" this 8-9 member band are good. wait, scratch that, they're fan-fucking-tastic. their last CD out was in 2005, so this is a bit of an older one, but i know a lot of you out there have yet to hear of them, so i figured i'd put the word out. great songs are "Red Dress," and "Tension."
The Grass and Mud River - these are two seperate bands, but with a similar sound, and a great vibe. they're rockabilly, but they're good. influences include Neil Young, and the Beatles for both, and The Grass love Bob Dylan, where Mud River loves Kris Kristofferson. Just from the influences you can tell this is good music. possibly one of your new favorite bands.
young and sexy - alright, there is a chance you've heard of this Vancouver-based band. they've been around since 2002, and have been in my heart since late 3003, after their softmore record "Life Through One Speaker." early this year they released their latest, and possible greatest album to date. "Panic When You Find It" is a definite pick for best albums of 2006, and if you want to hear some good music you should get this album. the band itself ranges from ambient rock, to folk, to sophisticated pop.
there you have it, folks, another update, and a witnessing of evolution in music-blogs!
new music:
So.It.Goes - this four-piece pop/rock/classic punk/excellent band from Minnesota definitly have a place in my heart. they've got this song out called "No Guns" and it just makes me want to have a good time. they're releasing a cd in June called "Histronics" and i advise picking it up, or at least listening to it at a booth. "Popaganda" is for sure one of the best songs off of that record.
Subcity Dwellers - officially called Winnipeg's "Punk Ska Orchestra" this 8-9 member band are good. wait, scratch that, they're fan-fucking-tastic. their last CD out was in 2005, so this is a bit of an older one, but i know a lot of you out there have yet to hear of them, so i figured i'd put the word out. great songs are "Red Dress," and "Tension."
The Grass and Mud River - these are two seperate bands, but with a similar sound, and a great vibe. they're rockabilly, but they're good. influences include Neil Young, and the Beatles for both, and The Grass love Bob Dylan, where Mud River loves Kris Kristofferson. Just from the influences you can tell this is good music. possibly one of your new favorite bands.
young and sexy - alright, there is a chance you've heard of this Vancouver-based band. they've been around since 2002, and have been in my heart since late 3003, after their softmore record "Life Through One Speaker." early this year they released their latest, and possible greatest album to date. "Panic When You Find It" is a definite pick for best albums of 2006, and if you want to hear some good music you should get this album. the band itself ranges from ambient rock, to folk, to sophisticated pop.
there you have it, folks, another update, and a witnessing of evolution in music-blogs!
posted by iconic_dork at 8:52 PM
7 Comments:
Carolyn Mark, who was in Neko Case's band has a solo album [or more?] that is quite good. Country-esque.
I listened to The Grass's latest album today...I forget the name of it. But I think you misslabeled them as being "rockabilly." They seem more country-rock than anything. Good album. Reminded me of Hank Williams III and The Drive-By Truckers.
Hey-oh!
I was trying to download these Subcity Dwellers to hear what they're all about. From what you describe, their sound interests me. I, most unfortunately, cannot find any of their stuff. Next time I see you online could you send me those two songs (maybe more?) that you recommended?
By the way, I like this way better. I can't possibly know what is worth investigating by name alone. I for one, appreciate a description.
Catch you later,
Uncle YUK
Here are a bunch of songs to download;
http://www.clickcaster.com/wichita-gunman
thanks WG, i love the sites and the replies are excellent, keep 'em coming!
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hey doug, for the Subcity Dwellers, go to their myspace site (www.myspace.com/subcitydwellers, or www.subcitydwellers.com). they've got some good songs on there, and i can send you what i have whenever we're online together.
i'm glad you like the site now :)
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