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Shortstraw: Good Morning, Sunshine

Mona — Fri, 17 May 2013 13:01:34 +0000

Just like freshly-brewed coffee and fluffy pancakes, start your day right with a healthy serving of Shortstraw‘s new album entitled Good Morning, Sunshine.

Awarded as the Best Indie Band at the 2012 MK Music Awards, Shorstraw is a five-piece Johannesburg-based band composed of Alistair (lead vocals/guitar), Oliver (drums, backing vocals), Russell (bass guitar), Tom (lead guitar), and Gad (keys, backing vocals).

Originally a two-piece drums/guitar band, the boys formally took the name Shortstraw and started performing gigs in 2008. They have been making waves in the indie scene as an opening act for The Kooks for the 5Gum experience and is currently touring South Africa.

Packed with a collection of 12 polished tracks, Good Morning, Sunshine travails the trash folk indie territories with a splash of trip-happy attitude.

Kicking things off is Couch Potato, a lively folk ensemble that mixes quirky guitar play-ups with some energetic drum lashes. One thing’s that makes this track stand out is its hip and well-written lines. Surely, this sonic gem will find its way to anyone’s playlist

Gimme My Fix (It’s Only Recreational) follows the same sonic mold as the previous track, though it’s a bit edgier in its drum notes. Alistair’s enthralling vocals gives more power to the track.

Title track Good Morning, Sunshine and Bikini Weather make the ideal summer anthem as both shed hints of surf pop rock in every melody. While The Wedding Blues treats us some thick riffs and heavy guitar arrangement. Press play and let Alistair and Shane Durrant’s vocal slithers in every beat.

The collection closes in a soft cooing folk blend with 127 hours. The simple, saccharine folk strings build slowly to a celebration of drum beats, horns, and keys.

In Good Morning, Sunshine, the band has planted their spot in the indie landscape. With fun, infectious tunes and strong lyricism, Shortstraw is certainly something to look out for.

Track List:
1. Couch Potato
2. Gimme My Fix (It’s Only Recreational)
3. Good Morning, Sunshine
4. Cold Shoulder
5. Bikini Weather
6. Mo Money (Featuring Zubz)
7. LCBSS
8. Say My Name
9. Boxing Day
10. The Wedding Blues (Featuring Shane Durrant)
11. Backbone
12. 127 Hours

Baby Brave and the Love Bites: The Hornet’s Nest of Unrequited Ambition that was 1960′s Vogue

Mona — Tue, 14 May 2013 13:01:48 +0000

When Emily and Jo of Love Bites join forces with Sian and Mike of the Braves, you can never get less than perfection. In The Hornet’s Nest of Unrequited Ambition that was 1960′s Vogue, the four-piece indie pop machine paints a series of peculiar lyrics and sunny folk melodies.

Baby Brave and the Love Bites opens the set with CockRoach, a record that infuses toe-tapping beats with highly infectious melodies reminiscent of Camera Obscura.

Thirsty seconds on 24 blues and you get images of a chill summer afternoon in the city. Saccharine female vocals play around as they tumble and slither down each note. A chorus that sounds like a round-nursery song splashes colors and energy all throughout the track.

Hedgehog slows things a sustaining guitar note, accompanied with hints of drums and hand clapping.

A personal favorite, Take Your Castle to Spain encapsulates the band’s sound. Press play and get lost in feverish beats, flute solos, and melting vocals.

In The Hornet’s Nest of Unrequited Ambition that was 1960′s Vogue, the band sparks up something magical that keeps the listener hooked from start to finish.

Track List:
1. CockRoach
2. 24 Blues
3. Hedgehog
4. Laisse Le Chick Habit
5. Take Your Castle to Spain

Pet Milk: Philadelphia Punklife

Valerie — Sun, 12 May 2013 13:01:07 +0000

Formed in 2010, Pet Milk is a Pennsylvania band that’s fairly new in the scene but it seems they already found a good niche.

Philadephia Punklife is far from a punk EP you would expect; instead it’s filled with sweet pop rock that’s fitted for some feel-good movie. It contains only four tracks but it does the trick if you’re trying to decide whether this band will make it to your personal playlist.

This is the second release for the crew. Their first record was a Demo back in 2010 and their most recent release is a live single titled, Don’t Get Out.

Subtle and sweet, this indie shoegaze pop album seems tailor made for fun summer days. Philadephia Punklife starts with the uptempo Phantom Lovers. Even though you can hardly make out the vocals, the beat is catchy and easily gives off a pleasant mood.

Meanwhile, I Don’t Love Anyone is a mild Bikini Kill-inspired cut. The sugary vocals and fun beat makes the song an easy favorite. You’ll find yourself bobbing your head easily. Christian Solicitors employ a more new wave touch but still carries that same undefined vocals which seem to sink deep into the instruments.

Finally, the EP is finished off with Husker Dudes. It’s one of the most catchy cuts on the EP. Involving a more punk rock mix compared to the others, the male vocals make an appearance and the guitar riffs in the back ground solidify the track.

These songs seem made for teens and the perennial fun times as well as romance that seem to be so magical at this age. It’s a nice little getaway compilation if you like saccharine shoegaze pop rock. Take a listen and grab the free download.

High Pop: Hip Hip Hooray

Valerie — Sat, 11 May 2013 13:01:21 +0000

If your’e in the mood for some hazy, garage rock and saccharine pop, then High Pop is the band you should be listening to.

After a successful run with their previous record, Hip Hip Hooray delivers the same sweet and intoxicating punk fuzz pop they’ve come to master. Treading this route the second time around has its benefits though, the band sounds more polished than ever and seem more comfortable with their chosen genre.

Be prepared for track after track of energy filled, freaky indie rock mixed with a whole lot of sugary pop when you listen to this record.

Hip Hip Hooray is like a long lost cassette or record you discover one lazy summer afternoon. The more you listen to the album, the easier it is to get lost in the mood and imagery painted by the music.

Kickstarting this love affair is the fuzzy indie folk pop number, Loner. It’s a track that maintains the right amount of lo-fi dirty guitars, warbled vocals and catchy harmony to mimic how it feels like to look through a kaleidoscope of colorful beauty.

Each track resonates with a lo-fi appeal that’s highlighted by the beautiful harmonies High Pop creates even with just simple instruments. A few cuts worth noting include Crawl, I Like the Smell, Sparkler as well as the grungy, Fast Kids.

Personally, the album is refreshing. It’s hard not to compare it to a soundtrack in a Sofia Coppola film; beautiful, ethereal and all that indie lo-fi goodness rolled into one.

If you have a soft spot for this type of music then don’t skip out on this one. The album is worth checking out and downloading, no doubt about it.

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The Oh Hellos: Through the Deep, Dark Valley

Valerie — Fri, 10 May 2013 13:01:41 +0000

If you need some cheerful music where you can sing along and simply be happy, take a listen to The Oh Hellos. Siblings, Tyler and Maggie Heath along with some friends, join together to create this remarkable indie folk, alternative concept album of sorts.

According to the duo, the record is meant to be listened to straight; all of it in one sitting and enjoyed entirely. Through the Deep, Dark Valley is an 11-track album sprinkled with sweet and happy indie folk sounds.

Although there are plenty of themes and subjects explored in the lyrics, most of it centers around faith and overcoming ones mistakes. Filled with charming tracks, it’s an album that cleanses and refreshes.

Opening track, The Valley, is an uptempo single that sounds as if it’s welcoming you into its open arms. Featuring vocal chorales, upbeat guitar strumming and an overall joyful atmosphere; this is one track worth noting. Following closely is Like the Dawn which is a melodic track with guitar plucking and lovely, sweet vocals by Maggie. It’s a stirring cut that conjures up images of campfire melodies with friends and family.

In Memoriam, The Lament of Eustace Scrubb and Wishing Well are among the quieter tracks on the record. Each one is reflective and carries a bit of melancholia in it. Meanwhile, When I Was Young and The Truth is a Cave, are both more jovial while carrying a nice message in them.

The Oh Hellos might be new to this but they certainly know how to capture the listener’s attention. Delivering catchy tracks with poetic lyrics, this is a celebratory record that’s filled with hope and happiness. The quieter cuts are calming and helps to create a nice pace for the record. If you love The Lumineers, Sufjan Stevens and the likes give Through the Deep, Dark Valley a listen. You will definitely enjoy!

Either/or Records: Either/Or and More Vol. 3

Valerie — Thu, 09 May 2013 13:01:01 +0000

We’ve featured tons of compilation records here on the blog before.�Adding one more can’t hurt, right? So here’s a little something from indie label, Eitherorrecords.

The company is described as a label created by musicians for fellow musicians. Specializing in a variety of indie rock, punk, emo and summer rock bands, the label is the perfect haven for new artists.

This is the third compilation from them and it’s a nice venue to discover brand new groups to add to your regular playlist.

Either/Or and More Vol. 3 is �one hefty compilation. It’s composed of about 30 tracks from the independent label, Eitheror Records.

The compilation is made up of bands that were part of their roster since they formed back in 2009. It’s�a big list to go through but luckily there are plenty of great picks on here.

For instance, opening single from Turnover, is pretty good. It’s a standard pop punk track from the Virginia-based band. Fast, chanty vocals, distorted guitars and overall, fun beat; it’s a perky start for the record. There’s also a nice Beach Boys cover from Michigan band, Citizen. They did a pretty good job creating a slightly updated version of Barbara Ann.

A few other tracks worth the mention include Alison Weiss’ Fingers Crossed,�Beast Makes Bomb’s 1,2,3,4 and final track from His Day Has Come, Where I Belong. You’ll find a ton of other great tracks on here. It’s a great album to sort through so take a listen and enjoy!

Aaahh Records Presents The Braaahhlitz Compilation

Valerie — Sun, 05 May 2013 13:01:56 +0000

For the last two years, the Aaahh Record’s crew gathered up several musicians and holed up in a small village called Bralitz (somewhere near Berlin.) With nothing but music, plenty of time and some fresh air, they’ve been creating wonderful music and have been churning them out in little compilations like this one.

This Braaahhlitz Compilation is the result of last year’s mini gathering. It’s comprised of 8 tracks filled with guitars, flutes, a whole lot of handclaps and just simple music that makes your hearts flutter or gather up that book and curl up in the corner.

With guitars and some neat whistling, Angela opens up the record. Armed with trumpets and sweet singing, the song has a nice “loungey,” laid-back folk feel to it. It makes you wonder who Angela is by the end of it all. Following closely is Easy to Say. There’s the same jaunty tune and beautiful guitar playing. Flutes decorate the background and complement the somber, low-key vocals.

Balkan Chameleon, on the other hand, is� a gypsy folk number the guys probably recorded while gathered around the night campfire. Meanwhile, Mono and Horsemen, drag down the tempo and create an atmosphere of mystery, tension, misery and reflection. Both tracks are quite rich lyrically and musically. They’re the kind you can leave on as background music while you drift off into your dreamland.

If you love these tracks, you’ll have something to look forward to this year as the guys prepare for Braaahhlitz 2013 this August. They’re also giving people a chance to drop by. You can check out more at their site. For the meantime, don’t miss out on this one. You’ll find a track to love on here, that’s for sure.

Related Links:
Aaahh Records Official Website
Aaaahh Records on Facebook
Aaahh Records on Twitter

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Val Emmich: Bulldozzzer

Valerie — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 13:01:43 +0000

For deep and raw acoustic music, it’s hard to beat the moodiness of Val Emmich. This Jersey city native has released previous albums before and each one features a special touch.

For Bulldozzzer, Emmich keeps his audience on their toes by delivering fresh yet subdued set of tracks that highlights his beautiful vocals and intimate songwriting. You can expect barely whispered singing fluttering over keyboards and guitars.

Apart from being a rock singer, he’s also an actor who has appeared in shows like Ugly Betty and 30 Rock as well as indie film, Fighting Fish.

Without broadcasting it, Bulldozzzer provides tracks that peels back a bit of the curtain in the life of the singer/songwriter. It’s filled with reflective tracks that ask the who and what of life. Coupled with Emmich’s deep, stirring vocals; each track takes on a whole new dimension.

Walking Cane starts the album in a somber, quiet tone. Emmich’s voice rumbles on as it gently flows with the acoustic guitars. Lyrically, it echoes an artists soul as he contemplates moments in life when a simple relationship grows into a dependency of sorts. Good or bad, it’s not for us to judge but for us to merely listen.

Flat and title track, Bulldozzzer, can be found in the middle portion of the record. The former incorporates a slight uptempo beat without really stirring up much of the sand. It’s a low key track with sweet, almost sultry vocal work from the singer. Meanwhile, the latter is a quiet single with powerful lyrics. It’s about a man dealing with his moment of anger and the repercussions that come with it.

Bulldozzzer as an album is beautiful. Those who can appreciate the beauty of quiet indie rock (almost lo-fi) will adore this album and keep it close. The beauty of it is that it’s so understated, you can easily leave it playing in the background all day long. Give it a listen and enjoy!

Track list:
1. Walking Cane
2. Tenderest
3. My Will Will Not
4. Like Minded
5. Flat
6. Bulldozzzer
7. Little Girl
8. If Not For You
9. Last
10. Audience

Derek Clegg: All Those Days To Feel Better

Valerie — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 13:01:18 +0000

When Derek Clegg makes an appearance here at the Frostclick blog, you can be sure that he definitely has something good in tow. Sure enough, his latest album, All Those Days To Feel Better is something to look forward to.

Like his previous releases, this one is an indie acoustic folk affair that carries Clegg’s laid back vocals and beautiful melodies. His guitar skills, vocal and lyrical work still take center stage like it always has.�

Composed of 12 tracks, the album is offered absolutely free under a Creative Commons License.

All Those Days to Feel Better is a compilation you play when you’re lounging for the afternoon and want some good music. From the onset, you’ll feel a gentle tug on your heartstrings as Golden starts with quiet guitar plucking and an easy-listening vibe. The tempo ups a bit as it reaches the refrain and chorus. True to his style, Derek Clegg’s music soothes the soul in a beautiful way.

The title track comes in as the third single on the record, it’s an acoustic affair that laments a bit about life. It’s followed by Leaving and Alive which are relatively more upbeat compared to the other cuts in the record.

This is the seventh album for the artist and he’s definitely put his best foot forward as always. The album carries the same sentimental acoustic pop vibe that has always been characteristic of his sound. If you’ve always been a fan of his music, this album will fit easily into your playlist. It definitely does mine. Take a listen, download and enjoy.

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Chrome Sparks: Sparks EP

Valerie — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 13:01:43 +0000

For dreamy soundscapes to perk up your mood, Sparks EP is a treasure trove. The man behind the sound is Ann Arbor, Michigan native, Jeremy Malvin or better known as Chrome Sparks.

This young producer is just starting out but he’s already making waves. Sparks EP is his latest effort and comes with 6 electro/dance tracks brandishing the producer’s skill to make any sound smooth and lush.

His first single Marijuana is far from a drug-infused weed track but actually a cut with beautiful samples, beats and just overall awesome sound. That’s something quite rare to find in today’s slew of beat producers.

Starting with Your Planet, Chrome Sparks easily wins you over to his fold. Even if you’re a novice and think that electronic music is the same old thing over and over again, the artist proves you wrong. Sure, there’s the repetitive nature of the sound but Chrome Sparks succeeds where many have failed; that’s creating electronic music and making it NOT boring.

Dig a little bit into the record and you’ll find that it’s quite refreshing. After hearing countless electronic compilations, this is probably the only one that doesn’t make me want to switch the music.

Sparks EP is a smooth compilation with surprisingly awesome tracks in it. There’s a good balance between traditional electronic sound and enough experimentation to keep everyone’s attention. Check out the record and if you like it, grab it. It’ll be worth it.

Track list:
1. Your Planet
2. Marijuana
3. Cosmic Claps Of Love
4. Send The Pain On
5. Gates To Heaven
6. Luna Luxor

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