the cast of cheers – family
these dublin boys are buzzing loudly across the seas. their debut is set to release sometime this year and if this first taste is any intimation of what’s to come, we are all in for a big treat. this track has an early police vibe meets futureheads. you can pre-order this single’s 7″ at rough trade. www.facebook.com/thecastofcheers
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fort lean – sunsick
the brooklynites’ facebook page states, “fort lean is about getting too drunk at your own picnic.” play this energetic diddy and you could expect just that on your checkered blanket. this track is a new 7″ coming out at the end of the month. it packs a punch and should give you extra mid-week pep. www.facebook.com/fortlean
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beach fossils – shallow
brooklyn’s beach fossils are working on their sophomore album and have released this track to remind us that despite all the members’ side project, the core group is still on point and we should all be bunching our panties in anticipation for the new album. this track is dreamy, jangly, and fuzzy, but most importantly, it does not disappoint. the single is out later this month. www.facebook.com/beachfossils
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rangleklods – young and dumb
band name, aside, denmark’s esben andersen is pretty impressive. he’s a one man act with some serious electronic skills. this track reminds me of lcd soundsystem, which is one hell of a comparison. it’s from his home ep released last year. his debut album is dropping next month and i’d keep my ears peeled. we could have another james murphy on the horizon. www.da-dk.facebook.com/rangleklods
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fixers – swimmhaus san diego
the oxford quintet are dropping their “iron deer dream” single next month, followed by their debut, we’ll be the moon, in may. this is iron deer’s b-side, a shimmering and eclectic pop tune with california flair. it’s certainly still winter, but you couldn’t tell while listening to this summer-ific diddy. www.fixerstheband.com
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superhumanoids – geri
i featured this l.a. trio last year. they have been hard at work on their debut album, exhibitionists, due out later this year, but they have released another dreamy morsel to keep us in check. this track unloads on you immediately, but the synths twinkle and it’s catchy as hell and should provide you with some excellent driving music. www.superhumanoids.com
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polica – give you the ghost – lay your cards out (feat. mike noyce)
this minneapolis bunch are set to release their debut album in a couple of weeks. for those of you wanting some fresh, sexy, and r&b-tinged tunes, elate yourself a good one. these guys are sultry and then some, hella smooth, and i could eat her vocals over a bowl of cereal any day. who knew the midwest was so smoldering? www.thisispolica.com
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mirel wagner – no death
this lady is from finland by way of ethiopia. her self-titled debut already saw a european release, but her album graces us here in the states next month. she’s been writing music since she was 16 and this is stark and stunning music. her voice is simple, yet memorizing and her lyrics tell a dark and haunting story that is sure to leave an impression. turn off the lights and enjoy. www.mirelwagner.com
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electric guest – mondo – this head i hold
this l.a. duo’s debut album was produced by danger mouse. i could almost stop there, but i’ll give you a couple more morsels. these boys got mad soul and this tune is all kinds of energetic. fans of gnarls barkley should shine up their dancing shoes. the album is out in april. now, if danger mouse produces your first record, well, that must mean you ain’t not the shit, right? www.electricguest.com
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air – le voyage dans le lune – parade
the championed french duo are releasing their highly anticipated album next week and another track has surfaced in the form of a video. “parade” is played over scenes from excursion to the moon, so it’s meant to juice us up for their take on georges méliès’ silent film. i don’t need to sell you on how good the song is. it’s air kids. www.en.aircheology.com
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phèdre – in decay
their website states they are “three lovers from monaco, raised in a cave of gold.” two of those three lovers are also in hooded fang. their self-titled debut album is out digitally next month and their lead single is a stunner. this is surely one the slickest and quirkiest songs to come by in a while. it’s got some ariel pink flair, so throw on some glitters and strut your best. check out the song’s video below. www.phedreamour.com
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dr. dog – be the void – lonesome
the pennsylvania crew are back with their seventh album in a couple of weeks. this new track from be the void is easy rock-n-roll with swagger. it’s got plenty of soul for devoted fans and young newbies alike. they’ve proven themselves to be indie classics and thankfully, their greatness just keeps on giving. www.drdogmusic.com
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frankie rose – interstellar – night swim
we featured brooklyn’s frankie rose’s first song from her new album, interstellar, at the beginning of the year. another song has surfaced and it sounds like the lady is on a roll. she’s got a knack for modern new wave pop laced with romance. really, there’s nothing not to love. mark the album’s release, february 21st, on your calendars, kids. www.missfrankierose.com
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tiny victories – those of us still alive – lost weekend
this brooklyn duo is set to release their debut ep next month and this lead track is weekend worthy fun-ness. it’s got tons of energy and anthemy melodies loaded with synths. in short, the song shines and if you are planning a romp or two over the weekend, turn this sucker up, and skip a doo. www.facebook.com/pages/tiny-victories
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holy esque – rose
these boys are from glasgow and recently joined forces with kevin burleigh, who’s worked with glasvegas (another stellar glasgow band), to lay down this track. the roughness of the lead vocals is spot on for this song and the drama is all time. they definitely have similarities to glasvegas, but that’s certainly not a bad thing in this case. www.facebook.com/holyesque
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