Stormy Weather

When I found out about a new album by The Black Keys, it was like seeing dark grey clouds on the horizon after a long spell of dry, hot summer days; the gust of chilled air filled with that distinct ionic smell of rain, the darkening sky, and the distant rumble of thunder. After months without a decent complete album compelling me to replay it countless times, the rain arrived in the form of Brothers. It's a solid work, and a much appreciated return to their driving, lo-fi blues rock beginnings, after the distant departure they took with their previous album, Attack and Release. Here are two songs from the new album. Unfortunately one of my favorite tracks, Everlasting Light, does not have a video, but you can download it, and the songs featured here, at The Hype Machine.

Spring again

Another great song for spring, and a really "interesting" video to go with it. This song reminds me of all my great friends that I'm really lucky to have.

On June 1st, Hooray for Earth will be releasing their EP, entitled MOMO, on the Dovecoat Records label, then they're going on an east coast tour with Surfer Blood and The Pains of Being Pure at Heart. Check them out if you're a native of the Atlantic coastal states.

Spring

Spring is here, and with it comes moderate temperatures cool breezes, and sunshine; the perfect prescription for everyone's seasonal affective disorders. Here's are two doses of music that I find exemplify the uplifting spirit of spring, i.e. rock your socks. If you like what you hear, find and download the mp3s through The Hype Machine.