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Tuesday, January 27, 2009
 

Today's Quick Mention:  I saw that Pitchfork and Idolator both ran stories yesterday about the OiNK users and the fines and community service that the judge handed down to them.  I thought they made out pretty well, but perhaps I'm just cool with anything that doesn't involved jail.  Any thoughts?  Was it fair or unnecessary?

And now I have an EP for your listening pleasure.  Enjoy.


 

:Marissa Nadler - River Of Dirt The weather in Austin is usually pretty good, but yesterday it was foggy and misting, which actually ended up being a perfect fit for this song and its dreamy sound.  Yes, I realize that probably sounds a little boring, however, I think once you listen you'll find yourself fairly enthralled.  Just remember to put on some headphones first.  Little Hells is due out March 3.

:Dan Auerbach - The Prowl To be honest, this project sort of confuses me, especially when Dan describes it as a mixture of music that he likes.  Was that not what he was doing in the Black Keys?  I mean, this really doesn't sound that different than what was on Attack And Release.  Anyhow, despite the wonky reasoning, I still like what this guy does, so I'll certainly seek out Keep It Hid when it gets released on Nonesuch Records on February 10.

:Penny Century - Valencia "I am not saying you are stupid/But you're wrong"  It's no secret, 2008 was a pretty damn good year for sugary sweet Swedish pop music.  And 2009?  It'll probably be just as good, but right now it seems as if many of the acts over there are switching it up and venturing out a bit.  I've already posted up a few that weren't what would normally be expected, and now I've got this, which is pop at its core but certainly not shy about showing some love for the sounds of yesteryear.  The Valencia EP is out now.

:Wild Light - California On My Mind:  Admittedly, I wasn't really feeling this band's radio ready pop rock ways when I first gave it a listen.  But, as is just totally necessary sometimes, I shut off the brain, found a little objectivity and discovered that they're really quite enjoyable - the kind of music that fills a room nicely.  Their album, Adult Nights, will be out on March 3, and if you're in town on Thursday you can catch them with Tapes N' Tapes at one of the best venues in town, the Parish.

:Eula - Housewolf Spastic is most definitely an understatement when trying to describe what this band is trying to do with their sound.  In fact, I think that there will be a large number of you who will very easily find plenty of things to love AND hate about it.  Personally, I think it's a fun listen that hints at a whole lot of potential, and I hope that their Language Of Threat EP is full of the same.  Expect to find out in March.

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