Just a quick reminder for all of You Crazy Dreamers… Aimee Mann forthcoming album will be released, June the 3rd !
Monthly Archive for May, 2008
Not so new album release but it may be new to some of you. Laura sent me this a few months back and I’ve been playing him in my car for the last few weeks. I’m not even sure if you’ve already blogged about him but just in case you haven’t I wanted to since I can’t get his songs out of my head.
I’ve been in one of those funks lately so my taste in music has been slightly on the pop side not to say this is pop, but it most certainly isn’t Americana, so forgive me if this is not your cup of tea. I promise I have some good old Americana/Folk to post about soon. Thanks Laura for introducing me to City and Colour!
You can find their new video here.
“Bring Me Your Love” is City and Colour’s sophomore studio album. It evolves and adds layers to the sentiments in those vulnerable moments shared by Green on his original independent release. Co-produced by Dan Achen (Junkhouse) and recorded at Catherine North Studio in Hamilton, the first song “Forgive Me” opens with footsteps on a wood floor, the whirling of a nearby fan, and the rustling of Green picking up his acoustic guitar and sitting on a leather chair to perform on the former altar of this church-turned-studio. Every instrument used in the recording is “pre-loved”, vintage gear complementing the warmth and honesty of Green’s compositions – an intentional approach to capture the essence and intimacy of how records used to sound. Instruments and vocals were carefully recorded live off the floor, giving the songs depth and intimacy, and eschewing the cut-and-paste approach that is so common in today’s recordings. The album feels like a throwback to the days when an album’s thrills and beauty were found not just in exceptional songs and musicianship, but also in its blemishes and simplicity.
On MySpace
Some of you have already noticed that I’ve got a last.fm account for about a year. I’ve subscribed an account only to get stats about artists I’m listening… and I’m not really addicted with everything dealing with community, and not convinced with their similar artists listing. But for the first time las week, I’ve finally found an artist that really matches my mood while listening to Colby Stead ..
A promising young british songwriter named Josh Geffin ! Promising ? Yes, Josh only released a single 4 tracks E.P. for the moment but what a collection ! A stunning debut, a perfect resume for any major label seeking to enlarge their acoustic songwriter catalog. Josh finger style acoustic guitar and delicate compositions remind me Andy Whittle. As usual, when each track is a pure wonder, here’s the intro song :
Josh is currently working on his first full length, some pre-album demo tracks are available on his myspace page. Be sure we’ll update you with a release date !
Artist : Josh Geffin.
Label : none
Where to buy : CdBaby – Itunes
You should also enjoyed : Andy Whittle, Colby Stead
On AOL Stripped
Click Here to watch intimate performances of “Coffee Shop,” “Can’t Let Go,” “Great Companion,” and “Magnetismo.” You can also flip through some photos and watch exclusive interview snippets.
So It Goes, Colby Stead’s 2008 collection will be released on 31st of May.
Be sure to check his website and myspace page for dates and cd availability. Count on me for a complete review in the coming weeks.
So fluent !
Some are favorites and you can spend almost a full day, a full week joining the explanations without success. I’ve just, just just – i’m listening to the first song ; while writing these few lines – bought Merz last release from Emusic… and here am I ; writing, listening… absolutely matching my mood. Pause and replay… an acoustic guitar, couple verses.. then angels…. Absolutely matching my altitude. Fly high…
Thanks Mr Lambert, no matter the rest of your album… this one is delightful.
This post is just supposed to be a reminder for all of you who have forgotten Loveheart… Be blind, jump the fastest music store and bring home ‘Moi et mon camion’ new Merz’s album.. it will drive you where you want for more than a full year.
“Merz aka Conrad Lambert has a life as unorthodox as his music. He began his travels at 18, after his schooling in West Yorkshire, and has made friends in 48 countries. His parents live in Mongolia, his grandmother was born in Babylon (Long Island that is). He’s currently settled in Bristol, where, distanced from the industry, he writes his curious music.” NME – if someone could point me on who’s the hell is this NME – no matter everyone ?? .com ????
As usual – i’ve finally found time to listen this pure jewel from start to end – enjoy the intro album titled first track, and another favorite one from Loveheart -nb : full discography is a must have !
Artist : Merz
Labelle : Grönland Records
Where to buy : Grönland Records | Emusic.com
Yes, my love and devotion for Bon Iver continues.
Just a quick note.
GO SEE HIM!
I love this song. I swear every week I have a new favorite.
Someday my pain, someday my pain
Will mark you
Harness your blame, harness your blame
And walk throughWith the wild wolves around you
In the morning, I’ll call you
Send it farther onSolace my game, solace my game
It stars you
Swing wide your crane, swing wide your crane
And run me throughAnd the story’s all over you
In the morning i’ll call you
Can’t you find a clue when your eyes are all painted Sinatra blueWhat might have been lost -
Don’t bother me
