Unbelievably good music. The voice makes me relax and feel safe, the music is perfect for an epic couch experience. Just turn it up loud, and you’ll be gone for a while.
Strings attached, the sounds could be described as piano indie rock, but then again, there’s also a good portion of singer-songwriter to it because the lyrics are quite interesting as well.
Caution: Might make you want to stay where it’s taken you.
I can only say: Russian post-punk. Soft and dark songs, quite relaxing to fall asleep with.
The 2010 album Alps is making its way into my ear, late enough in early 2013. The fact that they are russian adds a little awe to the whole thing, especially because they’re so good. No flaws. Not scandinavian.
This band is special in the way that their music is dense yet intricate, noise rock and pop meet at a party, so to speak.
I’d be glad if I might compare them to Conor Oberst on a shoegazing trip.
Thee More Shallows – Book Of Bad Breaks (2007)
This is Adam Green, only more enthusiastic, a little faster and generally more … interesting. At least as funny and meaningful, but much more something to dance and listen to at the same time.
Fishboy – Classic Creeps (2011)
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.
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.