Tuesday is that beloved day of the week when new releases in albums occur and today here’s a brief look at some great indie flavors for you to add to your music library.
1. Green River Ordinance-Under Fire
Last week we featured music from this great indie Dallas sensation. Over the past 2 years, we’ve heard and presented some excellent flavors from these guys. What I enjoy most about their music is the intrigue of the stories told in such beautiful sound-scape. The band doesn’t shy from volume, with 15 songs on this release. Standout tracks include Lost in the World, Heart of the Young, and the title track Under Fire. And if you haven’t already picked up some flavors of their work, you can get a few tracks for free at Noisetrade.
2. Miike Snow-Happy to You (Deluxe Version)
For these 3 Swedish lads, their dance/electronica style has caught the attention of some pretty big names in music (including Madonna and Vampire Weekend). I was looking around so get some information on the album released today and, starting at his website, found only a video and a little note about their tour. That’s faith in your fanbase! I like that. And what I take from how they’re presenting this album, it’s the music that will sell itself. No flashy ads or contests (not that there’s anything wrong with those), just “here’s the music and buy it if you like it.” Again, that’s admirable. For me, I enjoyed the track God Help This Divorce, possibly better suited for people in the end of a relationship. Well-crafted and arranged all the same. Also the song Garden, which takes some well laid instrumentation and sews it into an intriguing storyline. Even if you’re not a big fan of electronica but you enjoy great songwriting, there’s still something great here to offer you.
3. Andrew Belle-The Daylight EP
I was blessed and privileged to not only meet Andrew last year but also record as session with him at Fly Boy (which you can read and listen to here) on a tour stop for his album The Ladder. Another gifted songwriter and story-teller, I was further drawn into Andrew’s music after hearing the stories behind songs from the album. His new EP has a very similar effect. Like the other albums mentioned here, you have to hear them for you. But I also encourage you to check out this cool blog that comments on his music and the new release. Tracks that I am enjoying from The Daylight include
Depending on your relationship status, today is either a great day or a horrible one. I personally am not a big fan of Valentine’s Day despite being very happily married to an amazing woman. But my wife and I have very similar views on February 14th, so it’s a good thing. Our view, and possibly yours as well, is why spend 1 day a year celebrating expressively your love and affection for someone when we’re given 364 days to do so (plus one this year)? All the same, it is a great opportunity to pick up some candy and do something special for someone you care greatly for.
