The Maroon Cafe

Kisses| Bermuda

2010-03-12T10:12:24-08:00

Jesse Kivel just might be the busiest dude in 2010, despite his current stint with L.A. based foursome Princeton (check below) he’s found time to form another tandem, this time with someone special. Kivel and girlfriend Zinzi Edmunson who’s also a fashion blogger, are part of a new duo called Kisses. The two are dream pop to say the least and if “Bermuda” is any indication of what’s to come from there full length, they could be on the verge of some Sonny & Cher comparisons. Our 2010 Summer soundtrack just received another entry.

Kisses- Bermuda

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Broken Bells | The Ghost Inside [Live at the Boat]

2010-03-12T09:59:30-08:00

Crusin the internets yesterday and found a Broken Bells live performance for their track, The Ghost Inside. Broken Bells debut album is in stores now. Also, after the jump check out their performance on Letterman this past week, for their lead single, High Road.

Princeton| Calypso Gold [Official Video]

2010-03-11T10:36:33-08:00

Brothers Jesse and Matt Kivel, Ben Usen & David Kitz are Princeton, a four piece set out of L.A. who could be mistaken for the West Coast version of Vampire Weekend. Since ‘09 they’ve created buzz, and with there latest video and single for “Calypso Gold,” that buzz should heighten. Definitely one to keep an ear out for as the months continue.

Toro Y Moi| Talamak [Official Video]

2010-03-11T04:41:27-08:00

Toro Y Moi returns with his second release “Talamak” from his debut album “Causers Of This.” Not much going on here but does have us geeked about the warm weather and the good times that await. More on this dude next week, Lp is in stores now.

Avi Buffalo | What’s In It For [Audio]

2010-03-11T08:29:30-08:00

A few weeks ago we featured a mix tape from Urban Outffiters [here], one of the tracks that we constantly play is Avi Buffalo’s, What’s In It For. This single is off their forthcoming self-titled album due out April 28th.

Avi Buffalo – What’s In It For

The Knocks Feat Samuel | Fader [Temper Trap Cover]

2010-03-12T08:43:01-08:00

An extremely well done cover of our second favorite track off of Temper Trap’s debut album, Conditions has arrived in our inbox this morning. Fader is covered by the production group The Knocks, and it features vocals from up and coming NYC artist Samuel (above pic). Head to their respective MySpace pages and get familiar with these talented acts.

The Knocks Feat Samuel – Fader [Temper Trap Cover]

Royce Da 5′9″, Crooked I, Pharoahe Monch [Live @ SOBs Video]

2010-03-10T19:39:48-08:00

Even though I recorded video from last night’s show at SOB’s, why would I put it up when Vibe has put footage from a better angle. I will say this, New York has to be the toughest city to get crowd support in, so so sad. Anyway, check out a bit of yesterdays show above and after the jump.

She & Him| In The Sun [Official Video]

2010-03-10T09:36:35-08:00

She & Him are a few weeks away from there 2nd Lp hitting stores, to hold us over the duo have released visuals to there fun single “In The Sun.” While we could give you over 10 reasons on why we adore Zooey (Non 500 Days Of Summer) so much, we’ll leave that up to you after you watch the vid. “Volume 2” will see daylight on March 23rd.

MGMT| Flash Delirium [New Single]

2010-03-10T09:08:59-08:00

MGMT have released there first single “Flash Delirium” from the highly anticipated sophomoric album “Congratulations.” We’re still trying to decipher what’s going on with this track and while we may be a little miffed, the new sound may grow on us. Lp to hit stores on April 13th.

MGMT- Flash Delirium

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Lupe Fiasco, Mike Shinoda and Kenna | Resurrection [Video Premiere]

2010-03-10T05:58:51-08:00

Visuals for Lupe Fiasco, Mike Shinoda and Kenna’s track Resurrection has surfaced. Great cause and great video. This weekend while your home doing nothing, check out their documentary on MTV this Sunday (March 14). Also head over to their Music For Relief site for more info on where and how to donate.

Mumford and Sons| Cousins [Vampire Weekend Cover]

2010-03-08T19:52:55-08:00

Mumford and Sons continue to amaze us here at the cafe. Watch the superb cover of Vampire Weekend’s “Cousins” above. Who knew that the lads from across the pond would be fans, we’re sure not complaining.

Watch the original [Here]

The Drums| Best Friend [Official Video]

2010-03-08T19:39:30-08:00

The jury is still out on Brooklyn/Florida natives The Drums. Granted that they’ve managed to place number 5 on this year BBC sound list and while there live performances could use an extreme upgrade, popping out quirky singles such as the one above “Best Friend,” seems to be a norm. This is far from groundbreaking music and sometimes you just have to take it for what it’s worth. Either you love them or hate em, they’ll continue to be all over 2010 whether we disagree or not. There yet untitled debut Lp via Moshi Moshi will hit stores on March 28th.

KiD CuDi | Pursuit Of Happiness [Alternate Version]

2010-03-09T05:21:09-08:00

When KiD CuDi isn’t recording songs with Snoop [here] or making episodes of How to Make it In America [latest episode here], he is releasing or re-releasing alternative versions of his video. Check out the very dope Pursuit Of Happiness.

J*Davey| Get Together [Official Video]

2010-03-08T06:48:04-08:00

We gave you the teaser last week [here] and now the full version has surfaced. J*Davey has released the visuals for “Get Together,” our favorite track from there Boudir Synema Ep. Not sure what’s behind that door but lets hope that light leads us to a major label debut album this year, via Warner Bros. Download the free Ep below.

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The Roots Picnic 2010

2010-03-07T11:16:03-08:00

It’s that time of year again. The Roots 3rd annual Picnic is upon us. Black Thought, ?uestlove and the rest of the crew, get together and bring out some known acts a few up and coming music acts and rumor has it that a certain old school group might be reuniting *cough cough Run DMC* Tickets are on sale now, and the concert is June 5th an Festival Pier in Philadelphia.

The lineup so far

Vampire Weekend
Clipse
Mayer Hawthorne
The Very Best
DJ Jazzy Jeff
Tune Yards
Bajah + The Dry Eye Crew
MM Jamboys
Das Racist
Pattern Movement

Get Tickets Here!

Sonnymoon| “Houstalantavegas” Drake Cover [Live Video]

2010-03-05T12:29:05-08:00

We introduced you to Sonnymoon earlier this week and besides the tons of emails and downloads regarding there fascinating “Houstalantavegas” cover, the New England duo is simply one the best things going for 2010. Here’s a visual to the track which is also on there “Golden Age” album.

Psychobuildings| Paradise

2010-03-05T09:04:09-08:00

What do we know about Psychobuildings? it would be very cliche and corny for me to insert a joke about buildings actually going berserk so I’ll save you and myself the trouble. However Psychobuildings is from Brooklyn and apparently is reviving my Talking Heads fetish. Have a listen to “Paradise” which is a b side off the “7 inch single. Track is full of David Byrne-esque vocals, David Byrne-esque vocals & more David Byrne-esque vocals. Turn this up, all the way up!

Psychobuildings- Paradise

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Bodega Girls| Primetime Sexcrime [Official Video]

2010-03-04T14:05:04-08:00

Boston funksters The Bodega Girls make an appearance………..well not visually because there video for “Primetime Sexcrime” is a bunch of old 70’s television clips mixed together. We appreciate the effort and the vintage inspired track itself is just as good.

Django Django | WOR [Audio]

2010-03-04T08:00:20-08:00

Although Scottish group Django Django have more than two members, their core is Dave (programming/percussion) and Vinnie (vocals/guitar). The duo’s latest work is WOR, sounds like nothing I’ve ever heard before. Which is a good thing. The sheer energy and rhythm of the song is incredible.

Django Django – WOR [Download]

Gin Wigamore | I Do [New Video]

2010-03-04T06:12:07-08:00

It’s been a while since we spoke about Gin Wigamore [here] on this site. Quite frankly, we overlooked her. Wigamore released a CD in New Zealand late last year, and had a drop a few singles in 2009. But thanks to the good people over at thecouchsessions, she is back on our radar. Her latest track, I Do, has a Jason Mraz and Jack Johnson feel to it. But please don’t put her in that category, her raw voice and versatility is her shining point.