Yet another one of those singer slash songwriters that are distinctive and catchy enough to stand out from the crowd. The drums add a good americana feeling to it every other song, even though James Vincent McMorrow is of irish origin.
Reminds me of Midlake at times, only the lyrics are far more conventional.
Now this is one artist where I feel really embarrassed I haven’t known him earlier.
The soft, laid-back R&B from the 60s and 70s just fires up my good mood, no matter what I do in the background (or foreground). Superb guitar skills make this man a remarkable, true blues, funk & soul protagonist. One of those musicians that have an enormous potential which is never recognized or discovered by the mainstream. Nevertheless, he’s had and declined his offers, for a good reason, too.
Listen to his album Here Comes Shuggie Otis.
Enjoy.
Now this easy listening rock music from the british isles does not – I repeat: does not – lack a good share of psychedelic feeling to it. Of course, being british, there’s no lack of humor in the lyrics, either.
Especially Jim Noir’s EP Zooper Dooper makes me smile, and at the same time, I can’t exactly refrain from tapping my feet to the music.
Hammond space organ sounds, groovy drums, James Bond guitars, soft, detached vocals – all packaged nicely in a 70’s rainbow box.
Actually, the album reminds me a lot of the even crazier, much more eccentric Magnus Moriarty™.
I came to know about this one because the first few sounds of a song made my ears go gigantic. The song is called Been Broken and instantly reminded me a lot of Keep the Lights On by the Wave Machines, which is attractive just for its beat simplicity. Yet, this one was more intricate, more subtle and just this bit more intimate. It literally sneaked its way into my ear.
The whole album, Fake Blood, is easy to listen to. Laid back guitar and drums arranged for mellow indie pop songs that go well with many things except sweaty disco nights.
Long time no hear no news, but lately, I suddenly stumbled upon a „new“ 2010 EP by Remy Zero. I instantly remembered that I had some intense listening moments with this band.
Keeping the good old alternative rock tradition, they have a thumping sound to them.
Sadly, the drummer passed away in 2010, and, as a result, the band has ceased to exist.
Zulu Winter’s long awaited debut album came out recently.
Catchy pop and disco tunes with some good drum work, as known by Two Door Cinema Club, along with a warm, dark sound create a dense atmosphere that fans of the Killers will probably like. The voice reminds me a little of Coldplay’s lead singer, Chris Martin, but the music is far more interesting and makes me move quite a bit.
Eccentric bands can always raise my attention. So do ALT-J with their mellow yet intricate songs, accompanied by quirky vocals that give the humorous lyrics a body.
Check out this indie supergroup from the US. Dense, dark and intense guitar sounds combined with slow, relaxed, sometimes hypnotic beats make you shoegaze the night away. Have a glass of red wine, or two. Or whiskey.
Not to be confused with the band The Conduits from the Netherlands.