Sunny Days Cloudy

Rainy Days - Wren

I don't know much about this band but I know that their music is the kind of different that isn't found around every corner. Each of the tracks featured are seemingly split up into two coherent songs which makes for a welcome change in the pace and tone. A fair warning: adjust your ears; this is a great album but I didn't think so the first time I gave it a listen, so if you're up for it, hear it out and then judge. Also, look out for a cover of one of the greatest classic pop songs ever made.

(As far as I know)The following videos are not the official ones, but they are shot by the artist himself.

Abusing Sunshine - Wren

This is the video that incited me to track down this band and get the album. I don't believe that the simplicity of this video as any symbolism to it but the single-angle aspect is brilliant.


A Philistine On The Sidewalk - Wren


The vocals are by Brittany Soldo and the music and lyrics are by Cody Weber (Wren). I wish this song was on the album.

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Blastin' Bieber

Lee Bannon does it again! I am not fan of Justin Beiber nor do I understand the craze. I mean sure the kid can sing, but there are plenty his age and younger that can. He has yet to set his mark in my opinion. But Lee Bannon? Well this man has put the pre-teen craze's voice to good use. First time I heard this, I had the biggest grin on my face. That feeling has yet to change, and thus, without further a due. I present to you...

Lee Bannon x Justin Bieber Beat Tape

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Jumpin' Joints

I've been M.I.A. for a while now... But as you can tell I'm back with a vengeance. This is Fats Waller's , an amazing Jazz album. Listening to this album brings me great joy as every single track screams out "SAMPLE ME!". seriously, this album in it's entirety makes for some great hip-hop sampling. Smooth, funky... 'nough said, just Listen.

The Joint Is Jumpin'

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The Young Sound

The Bit Parts EP

Fresh from the still-rattled gulf coast, the Youth Sounds have not been stopped by the recent disasters. I discovered this new band a few days ago and was shocked to find out that these are their first tracks, ever. Their sound seems so worked, as if they have been recording for a long time and have just released their favorite tracks on an EP. I haven't analyzed the tracks enough so I can't formulate a concrete opinion; but I'm only just discovering this band and if my first impression is anything to go by, I plan on following their next releases with great excitement

1. As Strangers Would - Youth Sounds - The Bit Parts
   
2. Smoke And Mirrors - Youth Sounds - The Bit Parts
   
3. What Is It Like - Youth Sounds - The Bit Parts

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A Boombox Can Change The World

BOOMBOX - THE LONELY ISLAND (Feat. JULIAN CASABLANCAS)

Being a big fan of the Lonely Island, I was so happy to stumble upon their latest video. As usual, the concept for this video is straight out of left field and goes right to the funny bone. The Strokes lead singer provides the vocals; great gig for him. Enjoy.

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Corner Rap

TSOL - Shad

This is the first rap album I have ever posted and this is with good reason. Listening to rap these days is really hard for me, is it just me or are rappers less creative ? Regardless, I had the great fortune of stumbling onto this nugget brought to you by the Canadian rapper who goes by the name of Shad. This is his third album and having listened to his previous work, this is an overall improvement to his sound but his lyrics are still as potent and grounded as they were since he picked up the mic. The origin of his name is colorfully explained in "A Good Name", "Keep Shining" seems like it revolves around the standard rap brag yet it stands out as a polar opposite and the fantastic vibe surely does not hurt. "We, Myself & I" is by far the high energy track of the album and the use of the letter "I" in the first verse is the kind of creativity I was talking about. "At The Same Time" has a darker tone but the underlying message is meant to uplift and educate, the resulting sound is haunting yet beautiful; hard to get in a rap song. "Listen" has an oddly old-school vibe about it while still sounding very fresh and relevant, this track voices some of the concerns many of us have about the road rap is going down and the need for it to go back to the representation of the people. I have gone on long enough, so until the next post...

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