Lissie

Lissie

Lissie's Twitter /Lissie's Myspace / www.Lissie.com

-Also known as Elisabeth Maurace

-From Rock Islands, Illinois

-Recorded her EP Why You Runnin with Bill Reynolds (Band of Horses)

-Toured with Ray Lomontagne and City & Colour!

-Recorded with Jaquire King after he recorded with Kings Of Leon, which resulted with her 12 Song Album Catching a Tiger.

- Katy Perry & Mumford & Sons are fans of Lissie.

-Does a cover of Bad Romance by Lady GAGA. Check it out, CLICK HERE!

Songs to Listen to: When I'm Alone (Below), Everywhere you Go, Wedding Bells.

Free Downloadable MP3 of Everywhere I go, CLICK HERE!

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE TORRENT FOR HER ALBUM CATCHING A TIGER(2010)!

Conclusion: She has such a refreshing sound that I think completely reflects her appearance. She's the kinda girl who doesn't wear makeup and doesn't spend her time trying to be something she isn't, and with that in mind... Lissie doesn't need to spend time producing her music because when it comes down to it, it's beautiful just the way it is! If you like singing and feeling good about your music, you have to listen to this one! :)

PS. Torontonians, She has an upcoming concert at the Opera House in January, I'll be there! :D

Matt & Kim: Sidewalks

Matt & Kim, Sidewalks. Following the release of Grand (January, 20th,2009), this Brooklyn duo released their third album Sidewalks on November 2nd, 2010. What I personally really like about this band is just what each of them has to offer. We have Matt's corky happy go lucky voice and Kim's talented drumming skills. Although an OK sounding album, I just don't think it properly showcases their charm as artists. There are a lot more synthesizers and mellow electronic indie songs and It's just not the Matt & Kim I fell in love with. Although there is still the possibility that I could learn to love the album, my first impression of it was mediocre. I don't want to sound like I'm totally hating on the album, I just had expected more from this release. I still love them, and will continue to listen to them. If you're not a fan already then I recommend you check out my early post on the band's profile. (Click here to see it!)

Free Downloadable MP3 of Cameras, CLICK HERE!

Songs to listen to: Where you're coming from(no where on youtube, strange!), Block after block, Cameras.

DOWNLOAD ALBUM TORRENT, CLICK HERE!

Little Dragon

Litte Dragon

[Left - Right: Hakan Wirenstrand(vocals/ keyboard), Yukimi Nagano (vocals /percussion), Fedrick Kallgren (vocals/bass), Erik Bodin (vocals/ drums)]

http://www.little-dragon.se/

Little Dragon's Twitter

Little Dragon Myspace

-Gothenburg, Sweden

-High school Friends and started playing together under the name Ava when they were 14-16.

-The band is named after Yukimi because of her nickname as the Little Dragon. She would get super flustered in the studio and that's how she got the nickname.

-Toured with Gorillaz

-Played with Chester French and works with the Producer of TV on the Radio.

-Really puts emphasis on art aspects associated with them, ie; album art, music videos. This band is great for showcasing talented artwork.

"An enticing blend of twee indie pop hooks and crisp electronic beats"

-allmusic.com

Free Downloadable MP3 of Twice, CLICK HERE!

Songs to listen to: Twice, Recommendation, After the Rain

Conclusion: After a month of listening to them, I get it. They're amazing. Start with their self titled album and get into their latest. You will not regret it. My friend Alex was the one who first mentioned them to me, and I definitely owe him one! If you're a Massive Attack, or Portishead fan, you will definitely like these guys! Check them out at Wrong Bar this coming January! I'll be there! :)

I just thought this was funny.

We're practically friends now! hahaha, or not. :)

Who wants to teach me how to make a gif, shit. Haha.

Fanfarlo

Fanfarlo

Justin Finch (bass/ vocals), Cathy Lucas (vocals/ keys/ mandolin/ glock/ vocals/ musical saw), Leon Beckerman (I think), Simon Bolthazer (vocals/ keys/ mandolin/ clarinet), Amos Memom (drums)

www.Fanfarlo.com

Fanfarlo's Twitter

Fanfarlo's Myspace

-London based/ Simon is from Sweden

-Their song Reservoir appeared in Greys Anatomy Season 6.

-Their song Atlas appears on the Twilight Soundtrack.

-Their album Reservoir (2008) was produced by Peter Katis, who is also responsible for albums by Interpol, Frightened Rabbit, The National, and Swell Season.

-Toured with Snow Patrol and now are touring with Freelance Whales.

Songs to listen to: Atlas, Ghosts, Outsider, Drowning Men

Conclusion: They're cool. If you're a Swell Season fan, this is totally well suited for you! They're opening for Freelance Whales in December at the El Mocambo, should be good! Definitely something to check out!

Florence & the Machine @ The Sound Academy

Florence & the Machine @ The Sound Academy November 3, 2010

It was amazzinnnggg! I wasn't in my regular spot up by the barricade, but only because I had the honour of getting to meet her(refer to the pictures on the right). This was all thanks to my amazing friend Jordan. She was unbelievable in person, such a great sweet energy. I had major butterflies just being in front of her. She signed all our tickets with our names and went off to put on another amazing set. If you ever have a chance to see her, her vocals are mind shattering. Amazing.

Check out this Cover of Mario's I Don't Want to Know if you haven't already! :D CLICK HERE!

Also here's an interesting Cover done by The XX of Florence & the Machine's You've got the Love. CLICK HERE!

Here's footage from her show the other night. Enjoy!

Smith Westerns

Smith Western

[Left to right : Collin Omori (front man), Colby, Max Kakacek(guitarist), Cameron Omori]

-Chicago, Illinois

-Toured with Big Pink, Girls, and are currently with Florence and the Machine

-Playing November 3, 2010 @ Sound Academy, Toronto

-"Chicago's Smith Westerns are yet another band singing urgent,

ramshackle garage songs about teenage frustrations and longings"

-Pitchfork

-Their Album Cover for their 2009 EP is Nirvana's Nevermind Album flipped upside down chopped up with a picture of a painting of the Virgin mary holding a baby. Once they do press their Vinyl they are probably going to change the cover to avoid legal trouble.

Click here to Download this Album!

Free Downloadable MP3 of Girl in Love, CLICK HERE!

Songs to listen to: Girl in Love, Tonight, & Be My Girl.

Conclusion: They seem like such a great synthetic grunge sound that will be good for looking out the window on the bus music. Currently downloading their album and am super excited to see them live tomorrow with Florence. I can definitely hear the Nirvana influence and if your a fan of new music with hints of typical garage band sound then check this out. They're awesome!