Weaves - Coo Coo SCS

This week so far has been a bit of a fun one for me, a few great shifts at work and last night I had a brilliant time watching Bruce Springsteen on his The River tour with my old papa. It may have rained the entire time but the music shone through (boy that sounds cliché when I hear it) And another layer of icing on the cake is this beauty of a track by Toronto 4 piece Weaves. Coo Coo is about as wacky and crazy as the title suggests, quirky vocals and lyrical content with the controlled madness that is the guitar, drums and other electronic effects. They are coming to the UK in June and supporting Beach Slang in Manchester so definitely check them out if you get the chance, I sure will. Enjoy!

Turnover - Humming YTV

One big thanks to Run For Cover Records for releasing this video for all of the fans. What at first has the hints and bits of a standard indie rock summer track grows and after several listens has much more subtleties and  intricate bits than first imagined. Breezy and laid back vocals that is balanced with chill drums and a crackin' yet relaxed guitar hook. Humming is off of Turnovers second album which was released in early 2015 so this video has been a long time coming. Despite the long delay, this video fits in nicely with the current climate, sun coming through the windows, afternoons in the park you get my drift. Enjoy!

The Superjesus AS

For this months Artist Showcase, I wanted to shout about The Superjesus. This 4 piece are from Adelaide, Australia and have released 3 albums to date from the late 90s through to the early 00s. The lead singer is one Sarah McLeod and for me is the power house that draws me into the tracks. Her vocals really show off her accent and unique tone which is something I find amazing to hear.

All of the albums that there have released so far (Sumo, Jet Age & Rock Music) have been masterpieces and things I could listen to at any time of day but the progression from Sumo through to Rock Music has definitely been in my favour because RM has to be my favourite release from these guys so far. The highlights being the often varying of emotion from track to track with the slower more aggressive tracks blended in perfectly with the more upbeat poppy rock songs. A couple of my top songs are Stick Together which I have listened to an embarrassing amount of times on repeat and Over & Out which you can listen to yourself in the video below. 

They have also released the single for a new album that will be released at some point in 2016 which I am super pumped for. Keep up with the band HERE or check out their Facebook HERE You could even throw them a bone of a Like or two if you want. Enjoy!

  

Steve Gunn - Ancient Jules YTV

Steve Gunn is certainly one man to be impressed by, from his numerous quality solo releases through to his work with Hiss Golden Messenger and Kurt Vile amongst others. He is definitely a hard worker to say the very least, and his standard hasn't dropped with his latest single Ancient Jules. The beautifully shot video works wonders on my ears with the almost 80's rock and roll guitar lines and gentle vocal. It showcases everything great about the man and the country that is America and has got me for one excited for the album Eyes On The Lines which is out on the 3rd of June. Enjoy!

Modern Pleasure - Messina SCS

This new Modern Pleasure track has got summer festival vibes written all over it. Messina which was released by the Leeds 5 piece just a few days ago is full of jangly guitars and breezy vocals that are perfect for a June afternoon sitting on the sunny grass at Isle Of Wight festival (or wherever) with a cold fruity little number in your hand. Alternatively it is great to listen to sitting at home on a miserable tuesday day and just dreaming of a warmer climate....either or. Enjoy!

Mary Chapin Carpenter - Oh Rosetta YTV

This week I have chosen a little nugget of new music in the form of Oh Rosetta by the one and only Mary Chapin Carpenter. Saying that, I hadn't heard of her before I listened to The Things We Are Made Of album last Friday. Turns out, this lady has been making music since the late 80's....the more you know. OR is a slow ballad chocked with undying faith and emotion, using bare bones instruments and a beautiful distinctive voice that unites and makes for a stunning track. Check out the lyric video below. Enjoy!   

Megan Mayfield WMF

Name: Megan Mayfield

Age: 17

Location: Tucson, AZ

Occupation: Student/Hostess

1. At this second, favourite artist/band in the world?

BØRNS, BØRNS, BØRNS!

2. What song is guaranteed to get you in a good mood?

We Are the World by USA for Africa or What a Wonderful World by Louis Armstrong.

3. Which artist/band that no longer makes music would you want to hear new stuff from (dead/alive)?

The Immediate. One of the members was Conor O'Brien, who went on to create the masterpiece that is Villagers. They had a really cool sound, sadly they only made one full album in the span of their bandship.

4. Which festival anywhere in the world would you go to (money is no object)?

Glastonbury seems like loads of fun.

5. Dream festival head-liners, Fri, Sat & Sun?

CCR, Queen, Phoenix

6. If you could master any instrument which would you choose?

I feel like mastering the harmonica would be awesome. You could pull it out and just go full Dylan on everyone.

7. What artist/band wouldn't you miss if they stopped making music?

Halsey

8. Favourite decade for music?

All of them. That's literally the hardest question, I've been stumped on this for way too long. It's so hard! Every decade has so many artists that I love dearly. But if I get down to it, I really love the 70s-80s.

9. And favourite artist from that decade?

David Bowie or Billy Joel

10. What artist/band would your friends be surprised to know you liked?

I don't talk about it much, so it may be surprising...but jazz just really gets me goin'. Anyone from Sinatra and Louis Armstrong to Nat King Cole and Ella Fitzgerald. All of the classics.

11. Ideal musical dinner guest/guests and what would you eat?

Bo Burnham, he's absolutely hysterical and so clever. He seems like a great person to hang around. We'd probably eat tacos, just because who doesn't like tacos?



12. Artist/band that you are a fan of that more people should be listening to?

Jacko Hooper, he's a cool guy.

13. Last album you listened to in its entirety?

Hunky Dory by David Bowie

14. Last concert you went to as a fan?

It was really George Ezra...but I'm going to say Billy Joel, because I will be seeing him in nearly a week. (May 14th)

Any links to social media:

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Misty Miller - The Whole Family Is Worried AA

So April has ended and we are left with yet another great month of albums. You can check out Aprils playlist by clicking this aptly named link: April Playlist It has been quite a rock and roll month with spectacular albums from Tacocat, Weezer, Frightened Rabbit and The Coathangers and all the rest, too many to name. Recently I decided to change up this feature by including my top 3 albums of the month descending down from three to the big one. I just found it too hard picking just one favourite.

My third favourite was called Welcome The Worms from Bleached. The LA band's second album and I am enjoying the heavier sound that they are progressing with from their début release Ride Your Heart which I also greatly enjoyed as was one of my favourites from that year. My stand out tracks from WTW are the head thumping Wednesday Night Melody which is in the video below (so be sure to check it out) and Sour Candy which has a more classic pop punk rock feel which I get hooked on after like 10 seconds in. 

Buy the album HERE or you know any decent music store.

My second favourite was Out Of The Garden by Tancred. This album is the third release from Tancred artist Jess Abbott. This musician is a phenomenal talent. From her time as part of the band Now Now and her previous solo work she has gotten pretty darn brilliant at creating guitar led rock tracks without being repetitive and dated but sounding current, modern and exciting. There were too many crackers to pick a stand out track so below is a single from the album called Bed Case.

Pick it up on vinyl HERE

My absolute favourite has to be The Whole Family Is Worried by Misty Miller. I have been waiting for this LP to drop for a long time now and about 5 seconds into the album playing, I knew I was on to a winner winner chicken dinner. It plays the fine line of guitar pop with being catchy enough to be an ear-worm without being an overly produced or manufactured nightmare. This album has classic summer vibes written all over it, perfect for blasting up to 11 whilst driving through the main street of town or any other tarmac laden area you choose. My favourite tracks include Devil which is a beautiful piece of poetry accompanied by complimenting gentle electric guitar and slowly adding drums as the song builds and Marmalade which starts off sounding like a spooky theme tune to Scooby Doo then transitions to an almost Doo Wop girls style, Happy Days background music. It is a masterful bit of pop. I first heard of MM a few years ago now, supporting Nina Nesbitt and I knew from then that she was a true stand out talent and will be destined for big things. 

You can stream this LP in a bunch of places......or get it at you know AMAZON and such. Enjoy!

King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard - Gamma Knife YTV

What better way to get you through the Tuesday blues than this tasty slice of psych from King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard called Gamma Knife. The video for this track is as out there as I have come to expect from the boys after seeing their previous creative releases. A thing with warlocks/cult members from various colour sectors performing a spell of types with 'Gamma Knifes' (obviously). Anyway the song showcases how great musicians they all are and I am in awe of that guitarist....boy oh boy he has some skills. Enjoy!