Music

Death From Above 1979 | The Physical World [ALBUM REVIEW]

Wake up wake up, it's Christmas morning! That new Death from Above 1979 record you wanted is here and ready to unwrap. Good thing you got that Delorean last Christmas to take you back 10 years to when you actually might've enjoyed this. Sabastien "and the mountains" Grainger and Jesse "MSTRKRFT" Keeler are together again to bring you what can only begrudgingly be described as a new DFA 1979 record.

Shimmering Stars | Bedrooms of the Nation [ALBUM REVIEW]

If the opening song doesn't make you feel like running around grabbing strangers in the street, possibly whilst shedding articles of clothing, looking for adoration that you so deserve because of that one time you got your hair just right in spite of the cowlick, than your brain probably doesn't work. However, "Anomie" has the ability to do that.

Cobalt Cranes | Flowers On Your Grave [CANADIAN PREMIERE]

Fuzzed out guitars, a voice made of reckless sunshine and just enough outlaw to put some bad ideas in your head. Cobalt Cranes' "Flowers on Your Grave" makes me want to steal a Chevelle, rob a small town bank for building supplies and beer money and start a new community in the middle of the forest. Best summer ever man.

Stefana Fratila | Tristă cu Frică [ALBUM REVIEW]

Okay, so here's the thing with Joanna Newsom; sometimes I don't want to have to get into a crocheted hot air balloon to reach the top of Whimsy Mountain in the town of Gelfling. As an alternative, how about taking a stroll through the lush green hills of Endor with your little furry, though terrifying, Ewok buddies to their treetop metropolis? I know what you're thinking, "but I'm gonna have to hear that terrible 'Jub-Jub' song the whole time!" No worries friend.

White Fence | For the Recently Found Innocent [Album Review]

There will be many mentions of how White Fence’s new album For the Recently Found Innocent was produced by Ty Segall, Tim Presley’s newfound partner in psychedelic crime. More noteworthy, though, is the mere fact that these songs were given the full studio treatment. Innocent… is Presley’s fifth album, but it’s his first solo effort to feature studio polish, such as live drumming. The album is cleaner and, with less of the bedroom fuzz and crackle, perhaps a bit less uniquely White Fence. But much of Presley’s trademark style remains.

Got a Girl | I Love You But I Must Drive Off This Cliff Now [Album Review]

Every artist would rather have their music speak for itself than answer, “What are your influences?” and “How did you get together?”, questions that only become more overwhelming in actress-plus-established-musician situations. The combination this time around is Mary Elizabeth Winstead and Dan “The Automator” Nakamura. Winstead you would know from Scott Pillgrim vs. The World and Death Proof, while Nakamura you’d know from literally a million things.

FESTIVAL DE MUSIQUE ÉMERGENTE 2014

Franco-phone a friend because it's time once again for the Emerging Music Festival (FME). In its twelfth year this seasoned vet of a music machine is here to deliver a wide array of musical acts to shove in your ear and eye holes. With 65 acts spanning a myriad of different genres from symphonic pop (Rich Aucoin) all the way to metal (Ghoulunatics), there's something for every music fan. Hell, there may even be a dog in a tutu riding a unicycle with a theremin.

Stefana Fratila | Evil [VIDEO]

"Evil" is a simple yet effective new video utilizing the wonders of 80's style contrast to effectively present a song with vocals that need not be overshadowed by high concept....unless you watch it with "They Live" glasses. That's when all the zombie/alien propaganda takes over and you'll need Fratila and Munoz (the director) to "Rowdy" Piper/David your way through the darkness. 

Hands off, Shepard Fairey. They don't need your help. 

Angus & Julia Stone | A Heartbreak [VIDEO]

Hiring a top-shelf name to produce your record won't get you anywhere on the name alone. That's not the way it works anymore. Our attention spans are about ten seconds for the unknown, and thirty for the super famous. If it isn't instantly capturing, the public won't absorb it into the zeitgeist. This is why Angus & Julia Stone have their work cut out for them.

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