Ethereal, shrouded in a mysterious darkness, “The Architekt” by Arms And Sleepers enters a world fit for the Tim Burtons and Michel Gondrys of the world. There’s a special abstract reality to the song that truly defies description. Like a dream, there’s a lot going on and much of it is hazy, just out of your limited vision which in itself jumps from one point in time to another without hesitation. There’s electronic elements that border both folk and trip hop. The vocals are split between the two cast members, Ben Shepard and Catherine Worsham of Uzi and Ari, while the music is provided by the Arms And Sleepers duo Mizra Ramic and Max Lewis. It’s moody but not depressing, hypnotic but borderline anxious, dreamy but with a clear direction forward.
Mr Little Jeans - Stones In The Attic (via RCRD LBL)
Well, I guess whoever still actually follows this tumblr can benefit from my procrastination on schoolwork.
An any rate, the summary is… Mr Little Jeans is a London-based Norwegian girl who recorded in LA. Sorry, but that’s all I’ve got. As described by RCRD LBL, this track is “Lykke Li-ish” and I’m always in for some percussive elements. So far, I’m apparently the only one who’s hearted this song on Hypem, where I found an interesting cover of Beyonce’s “Single Ladies” below that’s been out since February, which I also recommend checking out. (btw, i really hated this song until now)
If you’re up for something bordering mainstream pop, “Angel (RAC Remix)” is good too. (Yup, once again, RAC’s Andre Anjos is on the case and adds his analog touch on upcoming breakthrough artists such as this one).
here’s streaming music my brother recommended since it gets tiresome to go through individual dj programs.
KCRW’s all-new, all-music channel blending the collected talents and tastes of all KCRW’s DJs into a single voice streaming 24 hours a day. Always on, no time slots – just the best of KCRW whenever and wherever you want it.
Gorgeous fan video by Esteban Diácono, an Argentinian motion graphics designer, that enhances an already beautiful and delicate composition by Olafur Arnalds. It’s full of life and bursting with color and contemplative quotes.
Tallest Trees is a psychedelic experimental pop band from Nashville, TN that creates sweeping soundscapes over pop structured songs with instantly memorable melodies using instrumentation including samplers, guitars, keyboards, drums, and more. It’s members are Thomas “Trees” Samuel and Dabney “Voice” Morris. They are currently touring in support of their highly anticipated, forth-coming, yet untitled album.
If you enjoy Animal Collective, Grizzly Bear, and the likes…this is a nice addition to the collection. Trust me, create a playlist, and you’ll see.
Danger Mouse and Sparklehorse - Just War (Feat. Gruff Rhys)
If you haven’t listened to Dark Night of the Soul yet, I highly recommend that you do. Depending on your musical preference, there will be songs you absolutely love and songs you absolutely won’t. The ones in bold are my personal faves off the album.
Tracklisting: 1. Revenge (featuring The Flaming Lips) 2. Just War (featuring Gruff Rhys) 3. Jaykub (featuring Jason Lytle) 4. Little Girl (featuring Julian Casablancas) 5. Angel’s Harp (featuring Frank Black) 6. Pain (featuring Iggy Pop) 7. Star Eyes (I Can’t Catch It) (featuring David Lynch) 8. Everytime I’m With You (featuring Jason Lytle) 9. Insane Lullaby (featuring James Mercer of The Shins) 10. Daddy’s Gone (featuring Nina Persson) 11. The Man Who Played God (featuring Suzanne Vega) 12. Grim Augury (featuring Vic Chestnutt) 13. Dark Night Of The Soul (featuring David Lynch)
Glasser appeared on one of Urban Outfitter’s Compilations (lstn #2), and will have another track featured on the next one (lstn #6) that comes out tomorrow. Perhaps it’s this one? I don’t know, I just saw the artist name in passing while looking up Zaza and seeing their blog about the UO mixtape.
Aside from remixes, looks like Delorean has been working on their own material too.
Chicago-based DJ who doesn’t have a myspace? Props. Found out about Sparkletone through Fairtilizer. Check out his website. No fuss, just the music, all of which is available to freely download.
I guess the primary reason I mention Sparkletone is because he’s taken tracks I initially didn’t care for and has made me want to listen to them. When you can forget the original is when I call it a good remix. That includes this Fever Ray track and the Major Lazer track.
