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New Songs; August 2012

2012-08-31T22:26:00.000-07:00

Here are the Music Videos of new songs released in August 2012.

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New Song (Video): Duquesne Whistle by Bob Dylan

2012-08-31T11:32:00.001-07:00

Song: Duquesne Whistle
Artist: Bob Dylan

Release: August 30, 2012 (Album Release)
Genre: Folk - Rock
Length: 5:43
Web: Artist Site | Twitter | FaceBook

This song starts as a simple folk song. But once Mr. Dylan starts singing you know there's nothing simple about it. While some might say he's not a great singer and point to some diva with vocal range like Christina, I'd point out that singing is about expression.

When we're talking about expression, the depth, the soul, the intelligence of Mr. Dylan there's not many musicians (alive or dead) who can compare.

You might not get it on first listen but this is not candy, it's an acquired taste.

If you don't know who Bob Dylan is .... Well a little bio is not going to do it justice. Without Bob the Beatles could have been just a pop band:

Bob Dylan’s career has lasted the better part of fifty years now. That’s pretty remarkable. What is more impressive is that Dylan has remained not only active for almost all of that period, but controversial. He has never gotten by on sentimentality or nostalgia. He has never repeated his successes. For better or for worse, Dylan has always pushed his work ahead.

Bob Dylan is as great a songwriter – ah, let’s not beat around the bush – as great an artist as America has produced. But he’d be the first to tell you that he is part of a long line, one link in an endless chain. You can follow his influence backward or forward according to your own inclination. Or you can spend a long time just listening to Dylan’s five decades of contributions. Wherever you go into it, and whatever you get out of it, your time will be well spent - Bill Flanagan - New York, 2007

His new album Tempest is coming Sept. 11.

New Music Video: Champion by The Chevin

2012-08-30T13:35:00.002-07:00

Song: Champion
Artist: The Chevin

Release: August 22, 2012 (Official Video Release)
Genre: Rock - Alt
Length: 3:48
Web: Artist Site | Twitter | FaceBook

Seen The Chevin perform this song on Letterman last night ... Wow! Even Dave was quite impressed. As I know lots of people don`t stay up to 12:30 AM I figured I`d list the new video.

The soaring vocals take the cake!

The Chevin is a Leeds, UK based indie rock band formed in 2010. The band is composed of four childhood friends, Coyle Girelli (lead vocals and guitars), Mat Steel (guitars and keyboards), Jon Langford (bass guitar) and Mal Taylor (drums.) The band gets their name from the The Chevin, a ridge overlooking their home town of Otley, West Yorkshire.

The band has toured Europe supporting Franz Ferdinand, White Lies, The Airborne Toxic Event and The Pigeon Detectives.

Their new album Borderland is being released Sept. 25.

New Song (Video): Knock Knock by Band of Horses

2012-08-29T13:35:00.000-07:00

Song: Knock Knock
Artist: Band of Horses

Release: August 25, 2012 (Video Release)
Genre: Rock
Length: 5:14
Web: Artist Site | Twitter | FaceBook

Unfortunately the video for this song gets in the way of a good tune. Isn't a music video supposed to promote a band? But forget the vid, here's a good song about something we can all relate to ... Knocking on the door, when nothing is going your way?

Band of Horses, originally briefly known as Horses, is an American rock band formed in 2004 in Seattle by Ben Bridwell. They have released three studio albums, the most successful of which is 2010's Grammy nominated Infinite Arms.

The band's line up, which included Mat Brooke for their debut album, has undergone several changes, although the current members, Bridwell, Ryan Monroe, Tyler Ramsey, Bill Reynolds, and Creighton Barrett have all been with the band for several years. Band of Horses 4th studio album, Mirage Rock, is due out in September 2012.

Their new album Mirage Rock is available September 18th.

New Song (Video): Feel Again by OneRepublic

2012-08-28T13:58:00.002-07:00

Song: Feel Again
Artist: OneRepublic

Release: August 28, 2012 (Song Release)
Genre: Rock
Length: 3:18
Web: Artist Site | Twitter | FaceBook

A nice, feel-good song which celebrates new chapters in life. Wherever you are, whatever your situation, things DO change ... They might not happen exactly when or how you want but hang in there long enough and they do happen.

As Woody Allen says "80% of success is just showing up" so just keep showing up!

OneRepublic is an American rock band from Colorado Springs, Colorado. Formed in 2002 by Ryan Tedder and Zach Filkins, the band achieved massive success on MySpace, becoming the most prominent unsigned act on the website then. They signed onto Mosley Music Group in 2006, and released their debut album, Dreaming Out Loud in 2007.

Their new album (untitled as of yet) will be released November 13.

New Song: Robotic by Hannah Georgas

2012-08-23T13:40:00.002-07:00

Song: Robotic
Artist: Hannah Georgas

Release: August 22, 2012 (Song Release)
Genre: Rock - Alt
Length: 3:58
Web: Artist Site | Twitter | FaceBook

Here's a catchy ditty that features a beautiful voice. As we start coming up to the end of summer don't we all want to hit reset?

Hannah Georgas is a Canadian pop/rock singer-songwriter, currently based in Vancouver, British Columbia. She was nominated in the category of Best New Artist of the Year at the 2011 Juno Awards.

This is the first single from Hannah Georgas' self-titled sophomore album, out October 2, 2012 on Dine Alone Records.

New Song: Lover Alot by Aerosmith

2012-08-22T13:09:00.001-07:00

Song: Lover Alot
Artist: Aerosmith

Release: August 22, 2012 (Song Release)
Genre: Rock
Length: 3:35
Web: Artist Site | Twitter | FaceBook

Here's a fresh one for you, 2 hours old. Aerosmith has been pronounced dead multiple times so it's great to hear they can still put out a good rocker! I'm sure with all the new fans from Idol and this worthy song they'll kick their way up to the top again.

Aerosmith is an American rock band, sometimes referred to as "The Bad Boys from Boston" and "America's Greatest Rock and Roll Band." Their style, which is rooted in blues-based hard rock, has come to also incorporate elements of pop, heavy metal, and rhythm and blues, and has inspired many subsequent rock artists.

The band was formed in Boston, Massachusetts in 1970. Guitarist Joe Perry and bassist Tom Hamilton, originally in a band together called the Jam Band, met up with singer Steven Tyler, drummer Joey Kramer, and guitarist Ray Tabano, and formed Aerosmith. In 1971, Tabano was replaced by Brad Whitford, and the band began developing a following in Boston.

New Song (Music Video): What Makes A Good Man? by The Heavy

2012-08-21T12:50:00.001-07:00

Song: What Makes A Good Man?
Artist: The Heavy

Release: August 21, 2012 (Official Video Release)
Genre: Rock
Length: 3:22
Web: Artist Site | Twitter | FaceBook

Soul and Rock have always made a good partnership. Think Curtis Mayfield and you get a good idea where The Heavy is coming from musically. Good, powerful uplifting tune.

The Heavy are a British rock band from Noid, England, a small hamlet near Bath and formed in 2007. They are best known for the single How Do You Like Me Now?

Song is from The Heavy's album 'The Glorious Dead', released 20 August 2012 on Counter Records / Ninja Tune.

New Song (Music Video): Oh Love by Green Day

2012-08-17T12:56:00.004-07:00

Song: Oh Love
Artist: Green Day

Release: August 16, 2012 (Official Video Release)
Genre: Rock - Punk
Length: 5:09
Web: Artist Site | Twitter | FaceBook

This song is ... satisfactory. It's a fine tune, nothing wrong with it, but on the other hand it doesn't set the music world on fire. I guess as Billie Joe once said:

"Sometimes I think we've become totally redundant because we're this big band now, we've made a lot of money – we're not punk rock any more. But then I think about it and just say, 'You can take us out of a punk rock environment, but you can't take the punk rock out of us.'"

Or, it's hard to lead a revolt from behind the walls of your mansion.

I can't blame Green Day, they seem true to their roots but change is a young mans game.

Green Day is an American punk rock band formed in 1987. The band consists of lead vocalist and guitarist Billie Joe Armstrong, bassist and backing vocalist Mike Dirnt, and drummer Tre Cool. Cool replaced former drummer John Kiffmeyer in 1990, prior to the recording of the band's second studio album, Kerplunk, and has been a member of the band since.

The first single from ¡Uno! - coming September 25th.

New Video: I Wish You Would / Cold by DJ Khaled ft. Kanye West & Rick Ross

2012-08-16T12:57:00.001-07:00

Song: I Wish You Would / Cold
Artist: DJ Khaled ft. Kanye West & Rick Ross

Release: August 13, 2012 (Official Video Release)
Genre: Rap
Length: 5:59
Web: Twitter | FaceBook

The first part (I Wish You Would) is a aggressive anti-violence song and matches good raps with a hard electronic back-beat. The 2nd song of this set just leaves me cold ...

Khaled Bin Abdul Khaled (born November 26, 1975), better known by his stage name DJ Khaled, is an American record producer, radio personality, rapper, DJ & record label executive. He is a radio host for the Miami-based urban music radio station WEDR and the DJ for the hip hop group Terror Squad.

In 2006, Khaled released his debut album Listennn... the Album. He went on to release We the Best (2007), We Global (2008), Victory (2010), We the Best Forever (2011), and Kiss the Ring (2012). In 2009, Khaled became the president of record label Def Jam South.

New Song (Video): The House That Heaven Built by Japandroids

2012-08-15T12:41:00.001-07:00

Song: The House That Heaven Built
Artist: Japandroids

Release: August 13, 2012 (Official Video Release)
Genre: Rock - Alt
Length: 4:58
Web: Artist Site | FaceBook

Simply put: THE SONG OF THE YEAR! I know it's only August but this song has rock anthem written all over it ... Energetic, meaningful and a call to action.

What are YOU doing today to make your life better, the World better? Are you sitting around whining and griping, or are you kicking down the walls that hold us down??

Japandroids is a Canadian rock duo from Vancouver, British Columbia. The group consists of Brian King (guitar, vocals) and David Prowse (drums, vocals). Formed in 2006, Japandroids rose to prominence in 2009 following the release of their debut album Post-Nothing. The group toured extensively throughout 2009–2010, earning praise for their energetic live performances.

Their sophomore album, Celebration Rock, was released on May 29, 2012 in Canada and June 5, 2012 internationally.

New Song (Video): LONGEVITY by YEASAYER

2012-08-14T13:30:00.002-07:00

Song: LONGEVITY by YEASAYER
Artist: LONGEVITY by YEASAYER

Release: August 21, 2012 (Album Release)
Genre: Pop-Alt
Length: 3:12
Web: Artist Site | Twitter | FaceBook

This is a bit heavy (bass-wise) to be considered Pop. But maybe this is sign of music to come ... We've been regressing to blander and louder, so at some point it needs to turn around?? A bit more complexity in this case would be a good thing.

Yeasayer is from Brooklyn. The band's three core members, Chris Keating, Ira Wolf Tuton and Anand Wilder, first came to attention after appearing at the SXSW festival in early 2007. Their first single consisted of a double A-side of the tracks "Sunrise" and "2080". Following the release of debut album All Hour Cymbals in October 2007 by We Are Free, Yeasayer described their music as "Middle Eastern-psych-snap-gospel" . Live performances often include psychedelic visuals.

"Longevity" is the 2nd track from Yeasayer's new album Fragrant World that will be released August 20th in EU/ August 21st in N. America.

New Song: Researching the Blues by Redd Kross

2012-08-09T09:48:00.000-07:00

Song: Researching the Blues
Artist: Redd Kross

Release: August 7, 2012 (Album Release)
Genre: Rock
Length: 3:52
Web: Artist Site | Twitter | FaceBook

This straight-out rocker comes at you full force and takes no prisoners. If you have to research the blues you might as well have an attitude!

Redd Kross, a rock band from Hawthorne, California, had their roots in 1978 in a band called The Tourists begun by brothers Jeff and Steve McDonald while they were still in middle school. With the addition of friends Greg Hetson and Dave Keller on guitar and John Stielow on drums, the band's first gig was opening for Black Flag.

Their new album, "Researching The Blues" was released on Merge Records August 7, 2012.

New Song: Phenomenon by Team Spirit

2012-08-08T11:57:00.000-07:00

Song: Phenomenon
Artist: Team Spirit

Release: August 2, 2012 (Song Release)
Genre: Rock - Power Pop
Length: 3:34
Web: Artist Site

A fun, straight-forward power pop song ... And there's nothing wrong with that! Everyone needs an uplift now and then and this song is good fuel.

One day (former Passion Pit keyboardist) Ayad Al Adhamy looked over at his dusty guitar and decided that it was time. He picked it up, fell back in love and Team Spirit was born.

Needing a band, he got in touch with his old friends Roman Tobias Pettigrew and Champagne Dave Weingarten. The lineup was completed by Cosmo Kilburn Di Giulio whom we found and nearly lost after a night’s drinking in a country music bar.

New Song: Chained by The xx

2012-08-07T11:42:00.001-07:00

Song: Chained
Artist: The xx

Release: August 7, 2012 (Song Release)
Genre: Rock - Alt
Length: 2:45
Web: Artist Site | FaceBook

Something's amiss and song reflects life. It's understated, it's not quite clear but when it works it's GREAT ... But it always doesn't work.

We all know that feeling and this song takes it on both thematically and musically.

The xx are an English indie pop band, formed in London in 2008. The group released their debut album, xx in August 2009. The album ranked highly on many best of 2009 lists, placing number one on the list compiled by The Guardian and second for NME. In 2010, the band won the Mercury Music Prize for their debut album.

They are currently working on their second album, Coexist, which is to be released on 11 September 2012.

New Song: We Come Running by Youngblood Hawke

2012-08-03T12:12:00.003-07:00

Song: We Come Running
Artist: Youngblood Hawke

Release: Jun 12, 2012 (Album Release)
Genre: Rock - Pop
Length: 4:09
Web: Artist Site | Twitter | FaceBook

Here's a good modern pop tune. Remember when pop tunes were the leading edge of music? Probably not, as that was a long time ago. But done properly Pop doesn't have to be sugar coated, simplistic or boring ... Here's to GOOD pop!

Inspired by the Herman Wouk novel of the same name, Youngblood Hawke was born out of late night creative musings between longtime friends Sam Martin and Simon Katz.

Youngblood Hawke captures the sound of 5 friends in mid-journey. It is the snapshot of a state of mind where, one mountain has been climbed, and there are more in the distance. But for right now, the view is beautiful.

Their new EP is out August 14th!

New Song (Video): Reboot The Mission by The Wallflowers ft. Mick Jones

2012-08-02T12:14:00.003-07:00

Song: Reboot The Mission
Artist: The Wallflowers ft. Mick Jones

Release: August 2, 2012 (Video Release)
Genre: Rock
Length: 3:32
Web: Artist Site | Twitter | FaceBook

For some people it was Lennon and McCartney, if a bit younger it was Joe Strummer (RIP) and Mick Jones.

The Wallflowers have had some promises of greatness. Combining with Mick Jones for this new song shows there's more to come. This Ska/Reggae influenced rocker has that defiant sound, which in these times of trouble are going to be necessary. Fight the power.

The Wallflowers is a rock band from Los Angeles, California, fronted by Jakob Dylan (yes, the son of THAT Dylan). Formed in 1989 and originally known as The Apples, the ensemble has gone through numerous personnel changes but focuses on Dylan, Jaffee and Richling.

They have released five studio albums, one compilation album and have had various songs on television and movie soundtracks. They have won two Grammy awards for Best Rock Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal and Best Rock Song for their song "One Headlight" in 1998.

Their new album Glad All Over will be released October 2.

Michael Geoffrey "Mick" Jones (born 26 June 1955) is an English rock guitarist, vocalist and songwriter best known for his works with The Clash until his dismissal in 1983, then Big Audio Dynamite with Don Letts before line-up changes led to the formation of Big Audio Dynamite II and finally Big Audio. Jones plays with Carbon Silicon along with Tony James and recently toured the world as part of the Gorillaz live band (which includes former Clash member Paul Simonon).

New Songs 2012 - July

2012-08-01T11:50:00.003-07:00

Here's a link to the YouTube Playlist for New Songs added in July 2012:

http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL494E7F6749FE0F29&feature=plcp

New Song (Video): Like the Way by Aer

2012-07-31T11:36:00.000-07:00

Song: Like the Way
Artist: Aer

Release: July 30, 2012 (Album Release)
Genre: Hip Hop
Length: 3:40
Web: Artist Site | Twitter | FaceBook

A feel-good song about the joy of new love. I put it in as hip hop due to the lyrical structure but it's more reggae pop ... If there was such a category. A fun, rollicking tune!

David von Mering and Carter Schultz of Wayland, MA create music that finds its roots in reggae, acoustic pop and indie rock, with smooth guitar riffs and a strong rap component. Aer has gone on multiple College tours all over the country and sold out headline shows.

Aer's debut album The Bright Side comes out July 30th following the release of their single "Floats My Boat".

New Song (Video): Brats by Liars

2012-07-30T11:38:00.002-07:00

Song: Brats
Artist: Liars

Release: July 30, 2012 (Video Release)
Genre: Rock - Electronic
Length: 3:03
Web: Artist Site | MySpace | FaceBook

I'd describe this song as Hard Electronic ... As opposed to dreamy, atmospheric and other adjectives that you usually associate with Electronic this is gritty, driving and gets ya feet shuffling.
The vid is stimulating as well!

Liars is a three-piece band formed in 2000 consisting of Angus Andrew (vocals/guitar), Aaron Hemphill (percussion, guitar, synth), and Julian Gross (drums). Although initially lumped into the New York dance-punk scene of the early 21st century, they have come to be categorized by their dramatic stylistic shifts between albums, while retaining a consistent interest in rhythm and sound texture.

'Brats' is the second single taken from Liars new album, WIXIW.

New Song (Video): Hail Bop by Django Django

2012-07-27T11:41:00.001-07:00

Song: Hail Bop by Django Django
Artist: Hail Bop by Django Django

Release: July 24, 2012 (Video Release)
Genre: Rock - Alt (Psych)
Length: 4:02
Web: Artist Site | Twitter | FaceBook

Well since today is the start of the London Games it's fitting we're featuring a UK band ... It just happens to be a great song! Forget London 2012, it's London 1969. This modern psychedelic tour de force catches the spirit of swingin' London without sounded dated.

Django Django are a British psychedelic quartet. The band consists of David Maclean (drummer and producer), Vincent Neff, (singer and guitarist), Jimmy Dixon, (bassist) and Tommy Grace (synth operator). The quartet, who met at art school in Edinburgh, formed in 2009.

The Guardian gave the album 5 stars out of 5 whilst NME rated the album 8 out 10. Tuppence Magazine gave the album 4.5 out of 5, describing it as "a new modern classic" referencing the innovative use of African sounds and musical fusion.

Ribbon Music will release Django Django's self titled debut album in the US digitally August 14th and on CD and LP September 25th. Album already available everywhere else: http://smarturl.it/DjangoDjango

New Song (Video): Happy Home by Onuinu

2012-07-26T13:48:00.002-07:00

Song: Happy Home
Artist: Onuinu

Release: July 19, 2012 (Video Release)
Genre: ElectroPop
Length: 5:23
Web: Artist Site (Bandcamp) | Twitter | FaceBook

Summertime and the livin' is easy (or supposed to be anyways). This breezy song has that nice, easy bounce to it that makes for a good summer song.

Dorian Duvall is Onuinu. He's been crafting electro pop in Portland, OR for the past few years where the music community has been watching and waiting for this,his first full length album Mirror Gazer.

That album is set for release Sept. 11.

New Song (Video): Perfect Vision by Icky Blossoms

2012-07-25T11:16:00.000-07:00

Song: Perfect Vision
Artist: Icky Blossoms

Release: July 17, 2012 (Album Release)
Genre: Rock - Alt
Length: 6:34
Web: Artist Site | Twitter | FaceBook

This song has that dreamy feel ... or is it a nightmare? Very atmospheric, but not the kind that will put you to sleep, I'll put solid money that this song will end up in a move theater near you soon.

Icky Blossoms bloomed from the blizzards of 2011 in Omaha ,Ne. Consisting of three multi-dimensional artists, Derek Pressnall, Nik Fackler and Sarah Bohling, Icky Blossoms draw from old friendships, rhythmic experiments and a love for robust melodies to create music stretching from hazy pop to pulsing dance. Music that feels familiar yet so unfamiliar, like the sun heating your face, old haunts, or falling in love.

Icky Blossom's self-titled debut LP is available in stores and online now! Visit Saddle Creek's site for links to order it on vinyl, CD or the "I Want It All" bundle which includes the album on exclusive colored vinyl, a limited 7" and more:
http://saddle-creek.com/store/543

New Song: Purple by California Wives

2012-07-24T11:49:00.003-07:00

Song: Purple
Artist: California Wives

Release: July 18, 2012 (Song Release)
Genre: Rock - Alt
Length: 2:37
Web: Artist Site | Twitter | FaceBook

Here's a solid new guitar-driven song from a new band. How solid? They caught the ear of Joy Division's Peter Hook so if that isn't credibility what is? I haven't heard the rest of the album but if this is any indication there's some great music just over the horizon.

After a formative performance at the SXSW Billboard Official Showcase in 2011, national outlets started taking notice, with Pitchfork stating "Chicago new wave aesthetes California Wives caught our ears" and My Old Kentucky Blog firmly declaring "This could be the next buzz band everyone is talking about..."

Their debut Album Art History is available September 4th, 2012.

New Song (Video): Something More Beautiful by Beth Orton

2012-07-23T13:17:00.001-07:00

Song: Something More Beautiful
Artist: Beth Orton

Release: July 16, 2012 (Video Release)
Genre: Folk
Length: 3:31
Web: Artist Site | Twitter | FaceBook

A nice ballad from her new album Sugaring Season, out October 2nd. As another song goes rainy days and Mondays always get me down. As it is Monday (and rainy), and misery loves company,
this song hits the spot just so

Beth Orton (born Elizabeth Caroline Orton, 14 December 1970) is a BRIT Award–winning English singer-songwriter, known for her 'folktronica' sound, which mixes elements of folk and electronica. She was initially recognised for her collaborations with William Orbit and the Chemical Brothers in the mid 1990s.

American films and television programmes such as Felicity, How to Deal, Charmed, Dawson's Creek, Vanilla Sky and Grey's Anatomy have featured her music and provided her with exposure to a more mainstream American audience.