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Check out the title track from Best Coast's upcoming album, set to release May 15. Can I get a cheers to California? Best Coast-The Only Place

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Recently on a trip to Charlotte, NC a friend pulled me aside at a party and told me to listen to the song playing on the stereo. He had thrown on The Submarine's "1940 (AmpLive Remix)" and little did I know it would soon become a top played song on my iTunes. The dark, undulating backbeats take a ride along haunting vocals from female lead singer Blake Hazard. Blake, the

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Why there isn't more hype around these guys right now is a mystery to me, but something tells me it's a matter of weeks -days, even-before they're blowing up the blogosphere. Preston Walker and Henry Allen, the artists behind the Los Angeles-based duo Virtual Boy, have crafted an electronic album with intricate attention to classical technique and a severe amount of style. The self-titled

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It's no secret that French electronic duo, Air, is inspired by the celestial. From their debut album "Moon Safari" to their latest album "Le voyage dans la lune", it seems space has been on their minds. This particular album comes with a twist-the music serves as the soundtrack for a beautiful-if not overly- restored version of Georges Méliès 1902 film of the same name. The album contains

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It's impossible to say what exactly Port of Morrow will sound like as a whole, but judging by The Shin's recent single, "Simple Song", it seems to be a much more grainy, in-your-face, whimsical kind of project with classic Shins attention to detail and catchy melodies. Looking forward to March 20th, when the full album is released. Hear "Simple Song" below, or listen on the neat little

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Via Jonk Music, an article by Zoe Camp of CMJ: It's unlikely that you'll hear a back story as cool as Mauro Remiddi's. Before he began to record as Porcelain Raft, Remiddi traveled from his native Italy to London, Berlin, North Korea, and finally New York. Along the way, he caravanned with the Berlin Youth Circus performing gypsy Klezmer music, created reinterpretations of traditional North

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Being able to attend Monday Night Residency shows at The Echo may be one of the greatest things to result from my turning 21 this past fall. This February, shows will be devoted to LA duo Electric Guest. Backed by their producer Danger Mouse, it's no surprise these guys a mean beat. Electric Guest-This Head I Hold Electric Guest-American Daydream Get More: Electric Guest,

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Miike Snow Miike Snow‘s upcoming album Happy To You could turn out to be one of the best of 2012. “Paddling Out” is a strong track from this Swedish trio that holds the electro-synth-pop feel that makes Miike Snow such an original sound. After the strength of their debut album, self-titled Miike Snow, the band will need an arsenal of amazing tracks to keep up but honestly I expect nothing

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Xander Singh of Pepper Rabbit, an LA based indie pop duo, announced just last Friday that  "Pepper Rabbit will live on only in the realm of the 2 records and any live shows that have already been performed. There will be no more Pepper Rabbit records or shows". Singh broke the news with an eloquent and truthful letter he posted via Facebook. Huge bummer for their fans, but I expect and look

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As other blogs have been posting their "Best of" lists for 2011, I've been wondering how to contribute to the music recaps of the year. Instead of a full-fledged list, I thought I would compile some tracks from this year that I've enjoyed featuring female vocals. As a member of the female tribe, I suppose I also feel an urge to represent my singing sisters, and these gals absolutely brought

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It takes a delicate balance of concentration and ignorance to sit down and actively listen to music, especially when you're expanding your repertoire and looking for some new tunes. It's a fight of wanting to dissect and analyze while letting it take over the brain reigns at the same time. Hopefully, every so often you'll come across something that makes the time and effort worth it. Coming

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Early December is about the time I start wishing I went to Hogwarts (yes, still). If you're taking part in the university system, then chances are the cruel, cruel event that is finals week is upon you. Here are some tunes on the mellow, minimalist, and instrumental sides to make the studying just a little bit easier. 1. Four Tet-Sing 2. Damien Jurado-Nothing Is The News 3. 

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French electro-pop princess, Yelle, released her video for "Comme Un Enfant" out into the wild yesterday. What do you know-she's doing choreography with funky costumes in a studio setting...again. I was really hoping to see something different from her, but it seems to be what she does best. Maybe I just miss the "Ce Jeu" french fry glasses... Nevertheless, here's "Comme Un Enfant"

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Channy Casselle (of Gayngs) is making ripples in the music world with her new project "Poliça". All I really needed were the two tracks up on their site to pique my interest. Channy's vocals resemble a darker Ellie Goulding with a thick texture of synths and drums laid out underneath-a hint of funk coming through. Check them out in LA on the 18th at The Satellite if you're a Southern

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Some tunes for your sugar-consuming festivities...it's all in the titles.1. Wolf Parade-Ghost Pressure2. Tobacco-Hairy Candy3. Magnetic Man-Box Of Ghosts4. Crystal Castles-Black Panther5. Holy Ghost!-Some Children6. !!!-Must Be The Moon7. Okkervil River-Black8. Royksopp-The Fear9. Karen Elson-The Ghost Who Walks10. Apparat-Black Water11. Don Diablo-Teen Scream Machine (Nightriders Remix)12. Nosaj

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The Hollywood Bowl got it's euro-pop fix last night for the dual performance of Robyn and Royksopp. Ever since Robyn took the stage at Coachella this past spring, she's been the number one artist on my to-see list. The woman is absolutely nuts in the best way possible, and her dance moves are in a league of their own. In a performance including 3 encores and wicked visuals, Robyn won the hearts

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No, not that October...I'm talking about the month of pumpkins, leaves and of the only time you'll get to see Darth Vaders, pirates, and scantily clad cats dancing to the Party Rock Anthem together. Today, Orange County experienced the first hint of fall weather and let me tell you, it was glorious. So, for those stormy days when you'd prefer a hot toddy and a comfy chair to Scream 2 and cheap

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Is it just me, or are these electronic artists that keep popping out of the abyss ridiculously, ridiculously talented? Young Montana? is among that number-he hasn't been in the blogosphere for even a year yet. Consequently, there's still an air of mystery about him and not much info to share, but here's hoping he does a North American tour soon. He just dropped a new track "BONSOIR" on his

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Darren Williams a.k.a. Star Slinger, is a Manchester based remix scientist and mastermind (if I do say so myself). His mixes are fuzzy delights for the ear, and it's hard to believe he was completely off the charts a year ago. He's worked with the music of two of my personal faves-The Morning Benders, Washed Out-and he just keeps pulling out goodies from his sleeves. His recently released track,

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...of everyone at the Hollywood Bowl tonight for TV On The Radio, Arctic Monkeys, Panda Bear, Warpaint and Smith Westerns. Studying some Gregorian chant instead-juxtaposing the very beginnings of music with that of today is a strange experience. Here's what probably went down: Warpaint-Billie Holiday Smith Westerns-Still New Panda Bear-Last Night at the Jetty Arctic Monkeys-The Hellcat

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Not much time to write these days, but time enough to listen, and this one is worth it. Thanks Jonk Music. SBTRKT-Trials of the Past

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I love when things like this happen. Check out this article from Pitchfork for details, but the gist is: Aphex twin is remixing and reworking Penderecki (pictured above), as well as playing some Steve Reich with members of Television, Portishead, and Goldfrapp, and more in Poland this month. Radiohead's Johnny Greenwood is also premiering music he wrote in response to Penderecki's "Polymorphia".

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In spite of their petty feuds with a few other bands (hem hem..Arctic Monkeys..),  I can't bring myself to not like these guys. If it puts a smile on my face and a lilt in my step I'm sold, and dammit I love me some English accent. The Kooks, ladies and gentleman. New (third) album "Junk Of The Heart" out Sept. 13. Oh look at that, the title song: The Kooks - Junk of the Heart (Happy) by

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 Los Angeles State Historic Park seriously got down for FYF fest this past Saturday. Bigger names like Simian Mobile Disco, Cold War Kids, Death From Above 1979, and the Descendants drew the larger crowds, but it was truly a victory day for the smaller acts. (Disclaimer: y'all are getting the iphone quality photos-the legit camera USB cord is missing in action...) ______________________________

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Skream + Benga + Artwork = the group we like to call Magnetic Man. They make electronic magic, and that's all I'm going to say. Check out the tracks below, the rest of the album slams as well. Magnetic Man-Crossover (feat. Katy B) Magnetic Man-I Need Air

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