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Weekend Viewing – The Bullits

admin — Sat, 21 Jan 2012 20:11:17 +0000

How to describe The Bullits? For starters, The Bullits is mostly the work of only one man: Jeymes Samuel, a British musical wunderkind who’s collaborated with the likes of Gorillaz and KT Tunstall. Another thing: while artists usually conceive of music videos after they’re released a single, The Bullits mix audio and visual together in a sort of high stakes, action-adventure movie-slash-soundtrack concept, which results in something that’s both sonically and visually compelling at the same time.

After releasing a video called “Close Your Eyes” in late 2010 that featured Jay Electronica and Lucy Liu, The Bullits are back with their new video for “Supercool,” featuring actress Rosario Dawson. It’s off their debut album, “They Die By Dawn & Other Stories,” which is set to drop soon and rumored to feature guest appearances from Mos Def, Jay Electronica and Tori Amos. For now, check out “Supercool,” featuring Rosario Dawson, below:

Weekend Viewing – Jason Schwartzman Interviews Ben Kweller

admin — Sat, 14 Jan 2012 16:06:49 +0000

Got five minutes to spare this weekend? Then check out this hilarious clip that landed in our inbox this week. The poolside video features actor and musician Jason Schwartzman interviewing his pal Ben Kweller about his new record, “Go Fly A Kite.” Watch for a cameo from a well-known Olympian, who’s landed a new gig as Kweller’s “stunt double.”

Ben Kweller’s new album, “Go Fly A Kite,” will be available in stores and online on February 7 via The Noise Company. In the meantime, check out his chat with Jason Schwartzman below:

Weekend Viewing – Summer Camp

admin — Sat, 07 Jan 2012 22:23:42 +0000

UK tunesters Summer Camp are heading our way next month for their first journey to the United States since the release of their critically acclaimed debut album, “Welcome To Condale” this past November. The band, known for their jangly beats and vibrant, 80s-flavored pop got dazzling reviews across the board for “Condale,” with one reviewer even proclaiming it as “the stuff Britpop dreams are made of.” Now, North American audiences will get a chance to see the group as it swings through NYC, Washington and L.A. Full tour dates are available at their official website wearesummercamp.com.

In the meantime, check out one of our favorite Summer Camp tunes, “Better Off Without You,” below:

Christmas Listening – Joni Mitchell

admin — Sat, 24 Dec 2011 03:24:12 +0000

One of our favorite holiday songs ever. This is the live version of Joni Mitchell’s classic, “River,” recorded at London’s Royal Albert Hall in 1970. Enjoy and have a wonderful holiday! See you in 2012!

Weekend Listening – Sleigh Bells

admin — Sat, 17 Dec 2011 15:41:02 +0000

Don’t let their festive name fool you, the latest song from Sleigh Bells is anything but a cozy Christmas carol. Instead, “Born to Lose,” off their forthcoming sophomore album, “Reign of Terror,” is a high volume assault of big beats and driving guitar riffs, paired against singer Alexis Krauss’ dreamy voice.

“Reign of Terror” (album artwork seen above) is the highly anticipated follow up to 2010’s “Treats.” Prior to its release, Sleigh Bells will embark on a full tour of Florida, where guitarist Derek Miller grew up, with fellow Floridian Diplo and Brooklyn’s Liturgy. Check out the band’s website for all the dates and details. And take a listen to their new single, “Born to Lose,” below: