The groove is on the loose

New Hot Chip… Thank Gawd!

Our favorite electric dweebs are back with two new tracks off their upcoming album “In Our Heads,” set to drop on June 12th. I’ve been waiting for this day for what seems like foreverrrrrr!

Virgin Magnetic Me, Please!

I’ve got a bit of an obsession with this insanely uhmazing DJ from Tel Aviv, Shai Vardi, going by the name Virgin Magnetic Material. His beats are deep and funky and he’s not shy about remixin old classics. Check out a few tracks below and become a fan on Facebook to be the first to snag his latest releases.

Caveman, you’re a beauty

Indie rock quintet, Caveman, is making a serious entrance onto our playlists, ipods, and music apps with their debut album CoCo Beware. Their sound is wonderous and seductive, similar to that of Tennis or Youth Lagoon. Check ‘em out here because it’s certain you’ll be seeing more of them at a summer festival near you.

Grab the album here.

Salivating Over These Newbies

Ay ay ay… so much new music to be consumed lately!!! If you’re bored with the same ‘ol songs on your ipod, check out a few of my favorite new artists. They’re young, fresh and ready to eat on up.

1. Bright Moments, “Travelers”

Sounds like: Beruit, The Walkmen

2. Teen Daze, “Let’s Groove Tonight”

Sounds like: Well, on a normal day, Youth Lagoon. On this track, French Horn Rebellion or Star Slinger

3. The Lumineers, “Flowers in You Hair”

Sounds like: Givers, The Head and the Heart

4. Coco Morier, “Explosions”

Sounds like: Little Boots, Lykke Li

5. Lanie Lane, “What Do I Do”

Sounds like: Amy Winehouse, Alice Russell

Check back in a few days for a post on the Coachella Fine Print (aka the “no-namers”) you don’t wanna miss…

Van Sessions: Nicki Bluhm and The Gramblers

Prepare to be blown away by Nicki Bluhm and The Gramblers. It’s not just the sweet vocals or the killer guitarist or the use of whistling that makes we smile, it’s their humble nature and the ease with which they create music… in a VAN (which may or may not be down by a river.) Check out these three covers that reinvent the music of our parent’s age:

Sunday Dreamin’

I’m loving this whimsical version of The Everly Brother’s “All I have to do is dream” by the LA duo Tashaki Miyaki. Perfect for a snoozy Sunday and it might even make Grandma change her mind! Download here.

SXSW: High On New Music

From the amazing BBQ to the rocking parties at Hype Hotel and the W, to a Friday night VIP jam sesh with Skrillex, I’d say Austin was a pretty honky-tonk good time. While there were just too many good shows to name, here are my top 5 in the new artist category:

1. Star Slinger

With a rhythm similar to Gramatik, this dude samples sick soul songs and gets his disco on like no other.

2. Electric Wire Hustle

Smooth, soulful and full of hustle… the good kind.

3. Polica

With sexy, inquisitive vocals and a female lead that slithers across the stage like a snake, they are indie rock at its finest.

4. Alabama Shakes

They might not be totally new, but their southern innocence and their ever so careful xylophone player make them incredibly lovable.

5. Fun.

That’s what they are.

6 (Extra Credit). Gary Clark, Jr.

Some say he’s the new Jimi Hendrix. I just think he’s raw rock n’ roll. mmmmmm.