Persona Sauna

FAAAAASHUN: WORK Collective

2012-05-25T14:51:00.000-04:00

As of late, I've been pretty mysterious, aka not updating. Not to fret. I have slightly switched my focus from the tunez to the trendz.

I, along with my partner Remy Walker, have launched WORK Collective. (If you didn't know, my name is Kevin O, hence the anagram WORK). Creating a new category of accessories, we've designed our own modern take on the 1950's sweater clips. A solution to "How can I jazz up my favorite collared pieces?!" if you will.

We're still in the initial phases of development but have slowly started to get our feet off the ground. SUP.

Check it out if you're one of those fashionable fiends who just so happens to have fantastic taste in music.

www.workcolletive.us

Lana Del Rey - Carmen

2012-04-24T15:26:00.001-04:00

Though you probably either love or love to hate her, Lana Del Rey won't be off your radar anytime soon. On the bright side of things, at least now when you see a girl wearing an ensemble that you just can't put your finger on, you can use "Lana Del Rey" as a plausible excuse.

Major Lazer feat. Amber of Dirty Projectors

2012-04-19T07:54:00.003-04:00

Though I'm not completely sold on Major Lazer (DJ Diplo and Switch) being better as a duo than solo acts, I'll still share this one because of Amber ala Dirty Projectors being in the track.

You can download the song & a Bonde De Role remix for free here.

Simian Mobile Disco - Seraphim

2012-04-10T15:12:00.002-04:00

I'm just gonna slide this video in here and pretend like nothing's changed.

hi.

If You Like Beach House, Best Coast or St. Vincent

2012-01-03T20:13:00.004-05:00

...then Melbourne's Alpine is just the fix for you.

NSFW: Licking.

Nicki Minaj & Big Sean - Dance (A$$)

2011-11-01T20:19:00.002-04:00

This song may or may not annoy the hell out of you. Don't take it too seriously and after the second or third listen, you might have a change of heart. That, or it'll be stuck in your head for the day.

Accepting hate mail.

New Video: Fanfarlo - "De.con.struc.tion"

2011-10-13T13:04:00.001-04:00

Still one of my favorite folksters, Fanfarlo has just released a new video for "Deconstruction" off their upcoming album.

Riff Raff & Kid Sister – Hide N’ Seek

2011-10-03T22:21:00.004-04:00

You know those random songs you have shuffled into your playlist just for the hell of it?

The ones you are debating whether or not are legit enough to not skip in front of your friends.

Yeah, I'm still on the edge with this one, but it's definitely worth at least one listen.

New Video: Florence & The Machine

2011-10-03T22:12:00.001-04:00

Florence and the Machine just unveiled their new video for "Shake It Out." It is the band's first single from their highly anticipated new album "Ceremonials," which comes out November 1st on Universal Republic.

Persona Sauna's Fall 2011 Mixtape

2011-09-21T08:14:00.001-04:00

I've mentioned this before, but I'll reiterate it. I'm a seasonal music listener. Spring/Summer are for the upbeat jamz, and Fall/Winter is reserved for all that wonderful dream pop.

With that said, it is time for my annual mix. Enjoy!

Persona Sauna Fa'11 Mixtape

Tracklisting:
Data Romance - The Deep
Wye Oak - Civilian
Oh Land - Rainbow
Mint Julep - Aviary
Icona Pop - Top Rated
Apparat - Candil de la Calle
Pepper Rabbit - Rose Mary Stretch
Slow Club - Two Cousins
M83 - Midnight City
TV Girl - Benny and the Jetts
Zola Jesus - Seekir
St. Vincent - Cruel
Washed Out - Amor Fait
Summer Camp - Better Off Without You
Austra - Identity
Foster the People - Helena Beat
Beirut - Santa Fe
Neon Indian - Polish Girl

Birdman featuring Nicki Minaj & Lil Wayne

2011-09-19T18:30:00.001-04:00

Ladies & gents, the lyrically stylings of Birdman.

#needsmoarnicki

Birdman - Y.U.Mad (featuring Nicki Minaj & Lil Wayne)

The Big Pink Return

2011-09-13T20:01:00.001-04:00

Check out the new track, "Stay Gold," from The Big Pink, which comes out November 7th.

New Video: Chromeo feat. Solange

2011-08-16T19:29:00.003-04:00

There's a lot of "WTF, HUH?" going on in Chromeo's latest video for "When The Night Falls" featuring Solange.

But, it's nice to see the less important Knowles sister doing something other than ruining covers.

Lady Gaga - Yoü and I

2011-08-16T18:53:00.003-04:00

Look at that little smiley face U in "Yoü." Ain't that so kewt and groundbreaking?

New video from Lady Gaga. I can only imagine what it would be like if TRL were still around with all these 6+ minute videos.

RIP TRL.

New Video: Girls - Vomit

2011-08-08T08:14:00.002-04:00

The first single from new the Girls album, Father, Son, Holy Ghost, has made its way to the web, and it's a perfect visual to accompany the track.

Father, Son, Holy Ghost will be released September 13th on Matador.

Download the track for free here.

Toro Y Moi - How I Know

2011-08-02T08:38:00.003-04:00

Toro Y Moi is definitely a favorite for some chillwave working music.

Check out the video for "How I Know," featuring Damien from Mean Girls.

Summer Camp - Better Off Without You

2011-07-21T09:48:00.001-04:00

A lovely little tune to liberate you from that summertime slump.

Summer Camp - Better Off Without You

Feist - "Now at Last"

2011-07-19T08:12:00.003-04:00

The unofficial music video for Feist's "Now at Last" features a toy robot wandering around rurual China, discovering the meaning of life.

#chinese wall-e

If You Like Robyn, Kylie Minoque & Dragonette...

2011-07-11T08:22:00.005-04:00

...then I know you're going to love models singing. What a wonderful thought. Florrie is a 22 year old musician s/ash model from the UK who is independently releasing her second EP in order to maintain complete creative control.

The Justin Wu directed video for "I Took A Little Something" comes off Experiments, and showcases both her talent and good looks, all of which are Dolce & Gabbana, in case you were wondering.

Gotye featuring Kimbra - Somebody I Used To Know

2011-07-07T09:00:00.004-04:00

Gotye, aka Wally De Backer, had his first single leaked from the forthcoming album Making Mirrors prior to release. #shocking

If you aren't familiar with this Belgium-born Australian, then be a dear and fix that. His vocals and lyrics are solid and genuine. Enjoy this video for “Somebody I Used To Know” featuring the always delightful Kimbra.

Track List:

1. Making Mirrors
2. Easy Way Out
3. Somebody That I Used To Know
4. Eyes Wide Open
5. Smoke and Mirrors
6. I Feel Better
7. In Your Light
8. State of the Art
9. Don’t Worry, We’ll Be Watching You
10. Giving Me A Chance
11. Save Me
12. Bronte

New Music from Mates of State

2011-06-29T09:11:00.005-04:00

Well here's a name I haven't said in awhile. Mates of State are back and just as cute as ever with "Maracas," the first video from their latest LP Mountaintops.

Though the video looks straight out of the early 90s, it's actually the band's first album of original material since 2008′s happy fest Re-Arrange Us. It's set to be released on September 13th via Barsuk Records.

New Video: David Guetta, Flo’Rida & Nicki Minaj

2011-06-29T08:48:00.001-04:00

Official video for David Guetta’s "Where Dem Girls At?" featuring Flo’Rida & Nicki Minaj.

>> FF's to Nicki part.

SBTRKT featuring Little Dragon

2011-06-27T21:15:00.004-04:00

SBTRKT of London is flying under the radar over here but not for long. His self titled debut comes out tomorrow, and this video for "Wildfire" featuring Little Dragon’s Yukimi Nagano has me very excited, and hot, to hear more.

My summertime sentiments exactly.

New Video: Robyn & Rye Rye

2011-06-16T10:11:00.002-04:00

Rye Rye adds just the right touch to Robyn's original version of "Be Mine."

So much swagger. This song will never get old to me.

New Video: Metronomy - The Bay

2011-06-15T09:46:00.000-04:00

Metronomy is back with "The Bay" from their album The English Riviera.

That's all I gots ta say.