Posted August 28, 2010 by Matt at 4:32 pm · Filed under Music News (general), New Releases, Promising Artists
Really feeling this new artist off of Flying Lotus’ Brainfeeder label.
Check out his myspace, or check out his tune called “Army of Fear” right here…
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Posted August 20, 2010 by Matt at 8:00 pm · Filed under New Releases, Promising Artists
Heard this song the other day, thought it was awesome, hope you like it too. Definitely great for a summers day (don’t let the picture fool you).
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The band is called Breathe Owl Breathe, Check out their myspace.
Posted May 26, 2010 by Matt at 11:44 pm · Filed under DIY, Film, Local Art, Lost Classics, Music News (general), New Releases, Promising Artists, Upcoming Shows
Our good friend and yours Elijah Wyman just got done working in the studio with Scott Solter, and we’re very proud of the results…
Particularly this one…
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“Small Towns” brings Elijah’s tiny mtns project to that next level. With the help of Scott’s studio wizardry (he has helped such artists as Jon Vanderslice and the Mountain Goats in the past), we find tiny mtns probably a mile further down the road of pop songwriting and sound quality than he has ever been before. With a taste of raggae, a heart connected to the average man, and rhythm that will stick with you for weeks and weeks, Elijah has found his new voice.
We really hope you enjoy it.
And while you’re at it… Why not check out this video by “In The Car Media“, friends of Grinding Tapes who are currently at work on a Dreamtigers video (goosebumps). This was their submission into this year’s Boston 48 Hour Film Festival:
In The Green (48 Hour Film Project 2010) from IN THE CAR MEDIA on Vimeo.
The video is still in the running for awards from the annual film festival. But besides being a very well made film, it prominently features tiny mtns’ “Small Towns” during the credits.
Posted April 28, 2010 by Jason at 6:00 pm · Filed under Promising Artists
My girlfriend discovered Faded Paper Figures a couple weeks back on Pandora. They’re pretty good! The vocal tone and thoughtful lyrics immediately bring to mind Ben Gibbard (in a good way). Check them out:
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Posted April 23, 2010 by Matt at 10:44 am · Filed under New Releases, Promising Artists
Fergus and Geronimo is a great new act that has released a hand full of singles in the last year. They’re supposedly going to be in Boston on June 10th 2010, although the details are still to be announced.
Enjoy this tune and maybe you’ll be as anxious for their full length as I am.
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Posted March 4, 2010 by Jason at 8:00 am · Filed under New Releases, Promising Artists
StreightAngular have been relentlessly touring around New England for the last few years, but they finally just came out with their debut full-length this summer. The new album is called After and Before was was released on Polk Records.
StreightAngular bring to mind the silliness and pop-sensibility of the Pixies, the nosiness of Sonic Youth, and the brutal intensity of early punk. My very favorite song of their is called “Empathetic Environmentalist”, which was included on After and Before, but will also be featured on their upcoming live album, Station Identification. Check out this sneak preview of the live version, recorded on air at WUML.
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Posted March 3, 2010 by Matt at 2:00 pm · Filed under Promising Artists
I first heard about Janelle while working at Newbury Comics. Her debut EP was quite devisive throughout the staff. Then I saw her about a year or so ago opening for Jamie Lidell. I have to say, she was absolutely excellent.
She has been popping up all over the internet since in that cute pompador. Pitchfork gave her the solid Best New Music for her first album single “Tightrope”. But I want to point out the excellent “Come Alive (The War of Roses)” which I think sums up the live show and the attitude of this former Outkast backup singer a little better.
Expect big things from this girl.
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Posted February 26, 2010 by Matt at 3:18 pm · Filed under New Releases, Promising Artists
Looking for some 60s style pop to brighten up your weekday?
Look no further than Gigi’s “Maintenant” from the excellent Tomlab Records. This album has all sorts of big pop sounds to brighten up your mood.
Check it out!
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Posted February 2, 2010 by Jason at 9:24 am · Filed under Music News (general), New Releases, Promising Artists
Seer Group blends sun-warped nostalgia for cassette tapes and analog synthesizers with the sugary-sweet melodies of early video game soundtracks (think Mega Man III vs. Boards of Canada). These guys are new to Grinding Tapes and are currently finishing up their contribution to a split cassette single with Sylphid. This will be our first ever electronic release. Needless to say, we are very excited!
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Posted February 1, 2010 by Matt at 5:36 pm · Filed under Film, New Releases, Promising Artists
Modern Drift by Efterklang from Rumraket on Vimeo.
