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Album Review: The National - 'Trouble Will Find Me'

2013-05-17T10:58:00.001-04:00

The National, whose music many have labeled as gloomy, dark, and writhing with insecurities, stays the course with their latest, Trouble Will Find Me. But the biggest difference between this album and any previous is the band members have settled into themselves (the members ages now range from late thirties to early forties) and this comfort has eased tensions that would surface during the

The National's Matt Berninger Sings a Lullaby

2013-05-08T16:18:00.001-04:00

Here's a six year old video of Matt from The National singing a snippet of "Vanderlyle Crybaby Geeks" with his baby daughter, Isla, strapped to his chest.

The National - "Sea of Love" Official Video

2013-05-08T15:04:00.002-04:00

The first video from Trouble Will Find Me which is out May 20(UK)/21(US). Video directed by Sophia Peer. PRE-ORDER via itunes.

Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds: 'Push The Sky Away' Album Review

2013-02-06T12:49:00.000-05:00

On this the band's fifteenth album Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds step back from the edge of passionate rage they know so well, to simmer and stew throughout Push The Sky Away's nine songs. There isn't a track on the new record that knocks you down and straddles your chest like the seminal “Stagger Lee”, screaming in your sweaty face. The music on Push The Sky Away seeps into your skin on each

Nick Cave: NEW Video "Jubilee Street" NSFW

2013-02-04T12:28:00.000-05:00

"Jubilee Street" is the second song shared from Nick Cave and The Bad Seeds fifteenth studio album, Push The Sky Away, and Mr Cave had this to say about the video and actor Ray Winstone. “It was a real pleasure hanging around the set and watching Ray do his thing. He is a master. What a great actor. And of course, working with my friend and collaborator John Hillcoat is always a blast.”

Devendra Banhart: New Album And Single

2013-02-04T11:38:00.000-05:00

On March 12, 2013, Devendra Banhart releases his Nonesuch debut, Mala, and typical of Banhart it's heavy on songs that don't wear out their welcome. The second track shared by the label is "Never Seen Such Good Things" and it's a bass heavy lilting beauty that may be the best pop song you've heard this year. It wouldn't sound out of place on a Strokes record, it's simply a great melody with

Hipstereo Xmas Mix

2012-12-06T09:33:00.000-05:00

mary margaret o'hara christmas evermore marvin gaye purple snowflakes billy beau santa's coffee roy orbison pretty paper If this works out, there will be more to come...

The National: New Songs "Ryland" and "I Need My Girl"

2011-12-09T21:42:00.001-05:00

No time to chat, or take these new songs by The National apart, just time to grab them from the net, tag 'em and post 'em. But this is good news, the band are working on new songs for the next album. These songs were ripped from streams posted by CBC Radio's program, Q. Check the page for videos of the songs or links to youtube videos. The National - Rylan (new song live) by

Timber Timbre: "Swamp Magic" Video + More

2011-11-25T08:16:00.000-05:00

Happy Halloween everybody south of the Canadian border! And north of the Mexican border! WHAT?! Oh, Happy Thanksgiving, I mean (wasn't that last month?). Well, then this spooky Timber Timbre video doesn't exactly fit the day now does it? What the hell, here it is anyways, since I'll be enjoying a Timber Timbre performance tonight, I've kinda got their music on my mind. Timber Timbre -

Hipstereo's MP3 Player Mix: November 24th

2011-11-24T13:10:00.000-05:00

photo: colm williamson (happy birthday, Colm) britt daniel (spoon) modern world (wolf parade cover) May 2008 damien jurado nothing is the news richard swift whitman gardens & villa black hills the berg sans nipple convert the measurement culture reject inside the cinema little scream the heron and the fox blackout beach beautiful burning desire john vanderslice sea salt

Stream: The Black Keys: "Run Right Back"

2011-11-22T15:37:00.002-05:00

One of the most eagerly anticipated releases of the year will be under more than a few Christmas trees next month and that record is The Black Keys El Camino. Here's another bite to get you drooling once again after "Lonely Boy" was launched as the first single. Stream "Run Right Back". » Launch/PopUp NPR Player

Tom Waits: "Chicago" Video, Stream, Lyrics

2011-11-01T10:42:00.001-04:00

"Chicago" kicks off the wild trip that is Tom Wait's new record, Bad As Me. Chugging along on the backs of a handful of horns, the song's narrator laments the sad state of his hometown and decides to follow his woman to Chicago... where things may be better. "Chicago" The seeds are planted here But they won’t grow We won’t have to say goodbye If we all go Maybe things will be better in Chicago

Rhode Island: " ...light the windows in these places let through... "

2011-10-23T17:11:00.000-04:00

Rhode Island are a band from Leeds, UK. Just had a brief listen and that was enough to pass along this stream of their new record. Light The Windows In These Places Let Through by rhodeislandband

Jason Bajada: "Down With The Protest" Video

2011-10-23T16:57:00.000-04:00

"Down With The Protest" by Jason Bajada Lined up your crosshair Never thought anything of it Your urgency is waning I was down with your protest, once when you wanted I never feel anymore I never laugh at your jokes & tired punchlines I’d never call you without a raincoat The flood’s too strong for my arms I know there’s no need to wallow here In our past Yes, you left far too fast I’d rather

Hipstereo's MP3 Player Mix: September 12th

2011-09-12T04:08:00.011-04:00

three mile pilot what's in the air canon blue indian summer (des moines) explosions in the sky welcome, ghosts look into the air downpilot edge of the flood calexico two silver trees caribou melody day menomena TAOS Mp3s courtesy of temporary residence, city slang, and tapete records. BONUS: Tom Waits - "Strange Weather"

Video: William Shatner "Rocket Man" + Stream: "Fuck You"

2011-09-11T10:12:00.000-04:00

William Shatner - Lucy In The Sky With Diamonds William Shatner - Fuck You

Hipstereo's MP3 Player Mix: September 10th

2011-09-10T05:26:00.001-04:00

from bubblegum to sky hello hello hi ulysses the falcon irving situation sebastian grainger & the mountains american names two gallants the hand that held me down bright eyes lua eric bachmann carrboro woman the faint birth the rural alberta advantage don't haunt this place frank, AB mp3s courtesy of eenie meenie records and saddle creek records.

Feist To Present 'METALS' at CBC's Glenn Gould Studio

2011-09-06T15:55:00.000-04:00

On October 8th Feist will be joined by special guests Mocky, Jeff Tweedy, Ed Droste (Grizzly Bear), Bry Webb (The Constantines), Doug Paisley, Joel Gibb and more. With her upcoming record Metals to be released on Arts & Crafts October 4 fans from across Canada can win the opportunity to visit Toronto for this unique performance celebrating it's release. Portions of the concert will be

Monthly Spotlight: Francis

2011-09-04T17:39:00.000-04:00

From Dalarna in central Sweden, the band Francis is singer Petra Mases (Vocals, Piano), Jerker Henriksson (Guitars, Backing vocals), Petter Nygårdh (Drums), and Tim Grundtman (Bass, Backing vocals). With only two and a half months past since the release of their first full length record, Lekomberg, We Were Kin, the band is still working at getting noticed outside of Sweden. And I know you'll

Bon Iver & James Blake: “Fall Creek Boys”

2011-08-24T14:52:00.000-04:00

Blake and Vernon meet at this past SXSW in Austin, Texas and worked up a few tracks. This one is interesting, but just not my cup of tea. Yet, it can't be ignored, especially the barking dog, or whatever that was. Woof! “Fall Creek Boys”

Lyrics: Tom Waits "Bad As Me"

2011-08-24T14:46:00.000-04:00

Tom Waits' first all new studio album in seven years will see it's way to stores on October 25th. Titled, Bad As Me (not Bad Ass Me), this one not only grinds and clanks (in a most musical way) it also honks like a drunk goose in a black Borsalino and Cuban heels. Go here to hear what I mean. "Bad As Me" You’re the head on the spear You’re the nail on the cross You’re the fly in my beer You’re

Ryans Adams "Lucky Now" MP3 Stream

2011-08-23T20:49:00.000-04:00

Listening to Ryan Adams' single from his upcoming release, Ashes & Fire, I had a thought I'd never had before while listening to Adams... he has that same gift which Wilco's Jeff Tweedy possesses, an honest voice. When Tweedy sings I believe everything he says and I feel the same about Adams while listening now. In fact, I think Adams and Tweedy should team up, for one song, at least. Honest.

Video: General Fiasco "The Age That You Start Losing Friends"

2011-08-23T17:53:00.000-04:00

Just found this in my inbox and had to post the video so you could hear this. This is some great hooky guitar rock, I want to hear more. No, in fact, I need to hear more... now.

Tom Waits: "Bad As Me" Stream

2011-08-23T17:42:00.001-04:00

Bad As Me, Tom Waits' upcoming release, will hit stores and online sites late October, but his first single, the title track, has already been released. Give it a listen and then buy it because you love it. "Bad As Me" Bad As Me Track List: 01. Chicago 02. Raised Right Men 03. Talking At The Same Time 04. Get Lost 05. Face To The Highway 06. Pay Me 07. Back In The Crowd 08. Bad As Me 09.

Video: Jenn Grant "Getcha Good"

2011-08-23T03:43:00.007-04:00

Live at Honest Ed's (a Toronto institution... a shopping institution) Jenn Grant - “Getcha Good” Director - Southern Souls Album - Honeymoon Punch Label - Six Shooter Records From her 2006 album Orchestra for the Moon dreamer [MP3]