DJ Dave's Upcoming Music Picks
Well folks, DJ Dave here, and as I was browsing my dear blogo-net I couldn't help but notice that there is some amazing music coming down the pipe from some bands that you may not have heard of. Now, I realize that my music picks are often criticized, even villified. Heck, I've had my mix cds used for frisbees. Just ask Adrian, my taste in music can only be described as acquired. But, as a frontliner, life-on-the-edge, thrill-seeker with an eye for the cutting edge of trendiness, you tend to put your neck on the chopping block. Anyway. Not bitter. That being said, here are my picks for exciting new music.
Bloc Party -- Here's the video for "I Still Remember" from their upcoming cd "A Weekend In the City" (Feb. 6). Check it out. I predict these guys will be the next Coldplay. But hey, I also predicted that America wasn't ready to accept Will Ferrell as a movie star.
The Shins -- "Wincing the Night Away" (January 23). Okay, so this cd came out last week. Deal. Anyway. It's good. Really good. It's the kind of cd that you can put on and forget about. It won't offend you and that says a lot. If you're working and looking to listen (or not) to some calm, pretty pop music, you'll love it. Plus the song writing is great and the melodies are a delight. Ch-ch-check out the video from the first single "Phantom Limb"
Modest Mouse -- "We Were Dead Before the Ship Even Sank" (March 20). Not such a sunny title but a very sunny first single in "Dashboard." It sounds like they want to get played on the radio again after the surprising success of the ubiquitous "Float On." Plus they've added former Smiths guitarist/living legend Johnny Marr to their lineup. I don't know if they'll be able to capture the ears of radio again but it's definitely worth checking out or at least illegally downloading. Video for "Dashboard" isn't available yet but here's my favorite song of the last record.
The Good The Bad And The Queen -- Self titled (January 23). Calling them a supergroup would be an understatement. Blur/Gorillaz Damon Albarn, The Clash's Paul Simonon, The Verve's Simon Tong and Nigerian funk master Tony Allen comprise this new band. Oh yeah, and super producer Danger Mouse is producing. Wow. Just check out this dark cd for some gloomy rock at its best. Here they are in the kitchen.
Clap Your Hands Say Yeah -- Some Loud Thunder (January 30). These guys make weird, twisted pop. Voices and guitars are way out of tune but the songs are undeniably catchy and strangely beautiful. Here they've enlisted producer Dave Fridmann (Flaming Lips, Phantom Planet) to elevate their sound and it appears that it worked. Check out the video for "Over and Over Again (lost and found)" from their last record.
Peter Bjorn and John -- Writer's Block (February 6). I haven't been this excited about a record coming out in a long time. These guys are Swedish and they rule. They make lovely music that sounds both modern and old at the same time. When I first heard them I thought they were from the 60s but really ahead of their time. Turns out I was wrong but I think that description is kind of a great compliment. Plus, how often does whistling sound this cool?
Well music fans, that's all I've got for you. I guarantee that at least one of these records will make your day. Hope you enjoy. Happy listening!
Bloc Party -- Here's the video for "I Still Remember" from their upcoming cd "A Weekend In the City" (Feb. 6). Check it out. I predict these guys will be the next Coldplay. But hey, I also predicted that America wasn't ready to accept Will Ferrell as a movie star.
The Shins -- "Wincing the Night Away" (January 23). Okay, so this cd came out last week. Deal. Anyway. It's good. Really good. It's the kind of cd that you can put on and forget about. It won't offend you and that says a lot. If you're working and looking to listen (or not) to some calm, pretty pop music, you'll love it. Plus the song writing is great and the melodies are a delight. Ch-ch-check out the video from the first single "Phantom Limb"
Modest Mouse -- "We Were Dead Before the Ship Even Sank" (March 20). Not such a sunny title but a very sunny first single in "Dashboard." It sounds like they want to get played on the radio again after the surprising success of the ubiquitous "Float On." Plus they've added former Smiths guitarist/living legend Johnny Marr to their lineup. I don't know if they'll be able to capture the ears of radio again but it's definitely worth checking out or at least illegally downloading. Video for "Dashboard" isn't available yet but here's my favorite song of the last record.
The Good The Bad And The Queen -- Self titled (January 23). Calling them a supergroup would be an understatement. Blur/Gorillaz Damon Albarn, The Clash's Paul Simonon, The Verve's Simon Tong and Nigerian funk master Tony Allen comprise this new band. Oh yeah, and super producer Danger Mouse is producing. Wow. Just check out this dark cd for some gloomy rock at its best. Here they are in the kitchen.
Clap Your Hands Say Yeah -- Some Loud Thunder (January 30). These guys make weird, twisted pop. Voices and guitars are way out of tune but the songs are undeniably catchy and strangely beautiful. Here they've enlisted producer Dave Fridmann (Flaming Lips, Phantom Planet) to elevate their sound and it appears that it worked. Check out the video for "Over and Over Again (lost and found)" from their last record.
Peter Bjorn and John -- Writer's Block (February 6). I haven't been this excited about a record coming out in a long time. These guys are Swedish and they rule. They make lovely music that sounds both modern and old at the same time. When I first heard them I thought they were from the 60s but really ahead of their time. Turns out I was wrong but I think that description is kind of a great compliment. Plus, how often does whistling sound this cool?
Well music fans, that's all I've got for you. I guarantee that at least one of these records will make your day. Hope you enjoy. Happy listening!
posted by Dave at 8:35 PM
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