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Free Music Friday : Pronto, Shame and Faunts

// March 12th, 2009 // No Comments » // Totally Free Music!

This week I’ve got a track from Wilco’s Mikael Jorgensen solo project Pronto. Very, very cool stuff… fans of Wilco and AAA music will rejoice with this one.

All is GoldenPronto
“Monster” (mp3)
from “All is Golden”
(Contraphonic)

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Secondly we have a real rock and roll band… one description said it was too soft for hard rockers and metal heads but too hard for hip indie folks. I say it’s just right. Check out the Shame Club.

Come OnShame Club
“Transamerica” (mp3)
from “Come On”
(Small Stone Records)

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The smooth sounds of effervescent guitars, mathematic loops and synthesizers, surging drums, and seemingly nomadic bass lines will lead you to the Faunts, a band I was introduced to on Twitter via Jeremy Pinnix!

Feel.Love.Thinking.Of.Faunts
“Explain” (mp3)
from “Feel.Love.Thinking.Of.”
(Friendly Fire Recordings)

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Free Music Friday : The Twitter Friend Edition

// March 5th, 2009 // No Comments » // Music & Entertainment, Totally Free Music!

This week I’m featuring music from friends I’ve met on Twitter.  There are a lot of great bands on Twitter these days and some have figured out how to get their music out to new fans and listeners.  Here are a few.  Enjoy!

Joshua Armstrong Joshua Armstrong is a singer/songwriter from one of my favorite towns, Nashville, TN.  The track featured here is called To Your Rescue.

MP3- To Your Rescue : Joshua Armstrong

Buy:  Joshua Armstrong - Starting Over

Website

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Ethan WaldmanEthan Waldman is a singer/songwriter who wrote and recorded his album during the month of February for the 2009 RPM Challenge.  Featured song is called Isn’t It Strange.

MP3- Isn’t It Strange : Ethan Waldman

Download Album: Bandcamp

Website

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Dr. PantsDr. Pants is a bundle of joy, rolling power pop, funk and jam all into one.  The featured track is perfectly named Bootyfest.

Mp3- Bootyfest : Dr. Pants

Buy: Dr. Pants - The Cusack-Loggins - EP

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Free Music Friday : Goodbye February

// February 26th, 2009 // No Comments » // Totally Free Music!

First off, goodbye February! Hello, March. My birthday month.. woohoo.

Free Music Friday is getting fun, I had an inbox full of indie labels/bands wanting to get on. That means you guys are reading and downloading!!! Very cool, glad to share new music with you all. As always, if you hear of some cool music please share!!!

First this week is a tex-mex, Beatles’ infused harmony alt band called The Krayolas. I’m really digging this track, it’s fresh and just feels good. The title track (not this mp3) of this album is also one of my favorites on this album, Long Leaf Pine.

Long Leaf Pine (No Smack Gum)The Krayolas
“Corrido Twelve Heads in a Bag” (mp3)
from “Long Leaf Pine (No Smack Gum)”
(Talking Taco Music)

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For the AAA lovers, the band Kentucky Nightmare has nailed this track. It’s got the slow groove you would love from Wilco, the edge you’d find from Steve Earle and maybe a little of that Cracker twang. Great track.

Take Her FavourKentucky Nightmare
“Caroline & I” (mp3)
from “Take Her Favour”
(Standard Recording Company)

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Sometimes a track just grabs me… not sure exactly why I like it but I do. This is one of those tracks. I like the intensity in the chorus and the vocals… Maybe one of you can tell me why I dig this track so much? It’s good, enjoy!

Your TokyoMy Fiction
“Go” (mp3)
from “Your Tokyo”
(Sugar Rush – Sol Records)

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Free Music Friday : The Stimulus Edition

// February 19th, 2009 // No Comments » // Totally Free Music!

Wait.  The stimulus edition?  Free music isn’t necessarily a way to get money into the economy… or is it?  I think it is.  When you hear new music you may fall in love with it and one track (if good) only leaves you wanting more. This week for sure. 

You’ve got to hear one of my favorite singer/songwriters from Nashville… Tom Yarbrough.  You are going to want to buy his album.  He’s got another album due out this year but just in case you missed this one, I thought I’d better share.

Far Cry From GoneTom Yarbrough
“Far Cry From Gone” (mp3)
from “Far Cry From Gone”
(The Velvet Farm)

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Secondly, is something pretty close to home. Well, my back yard actually. Recently I told you guys of an indie film called Oversold that I was fortunate enough to have a song that I wrote, sang and produced on. Many of you guys asked about it and some even laughed to know that I used to play music. Here it is- be easy. :)

American SpiritSunshop
“Like A Child” (mp3)
from “American Spirit”
(Tone Box Records)

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Last is a debut from a pretty cool/raw rock band called His Mischief. Very reminiscent of White Strips, Raconteurs, WolfMother and if you listen closely you’ll pick out some classic Who… I really dig this album. It’s set to hit online stores in April but you can grab the track Freaks Up Front now.

The Perfect LoverHis Mischief
“Freaks Up Front” (mp3)
from “The Perfect Lover”
(Modern Radio Record Label)

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Free Music Friday : 2009 Begins Now

// January 16th, 2009 // No Comments » // Totally Free Music!

Ok, technically 2009 started 14 days ago, but for Free Music Friday it begins now. I’ve been a bit slack and missed two weeks in a row! Sorry. I’m making up for it by putting up 4 tracks instead of 3. Enjoy.

First group is Blue Giant from Oregon. They have throw together an interesting mix of psych-country. Don’t ask me what psych-country is, just listen and then you’ll know. Pretty cool stuff.

Target Heart EPBlue Giant
“Blue Sunshine” (mp3)
from “Target Heart EP”
(Amore!Phonics)

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Next up is Billy Boy Arnold. When I first heard this I figured it was just an old school re-release but not at all. This is some very cool blues music that is fun to listen to.

Billy Boy Sings Sonny BoyBilly Boy Arnold
“Mellow Chick Swing” (mp3)
from “Billy Boy Sings Sonny Boy”
(Electro-Fi Records)

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And for the first time I’m featuring a comedian. I heard this guy a few years back and couldn’t quit laughing… Now he’s made a track available.. It’s clean, nothing to worry about with the kids. Just listen, he’s talking about my life! :) Enjoy Brian Regan.

Brian Regan LiveBrian Regan
“You Too & Stuff” (mp3)
from “Brian Regan Live”
(Uproar)

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And last today we have Willie and The Wheel. That would be Willie Nelson and Asleep At The Wheel… kind of a bayou song for a cold day! This is for my sis-n-law who loves Willie Nelson more than life itself. :)

Willie And The WheelWillie Nelson, Asleep at the Wheel
“Hesitation Blues” (mp3)
from “Willie And The Wheel”
(Bismeaux Records)

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Free Music Friday : "It's Friday" Edition

// December 19th, 2008 // No Comments » // Totally Free Music!

Nope.  No snazzy titles this week… just “It’s Friday”.  It’s been a crazy few weeks and I haven’t had a chance to really scope out new music as much as I would like.  Even more so, find good free music to give you guys.  I do apologize and most likely will miss next Friday..  Not sure yet, maybe I’ll surprise you with an end of the year wrap up!  We’ll See.

This week is a mixed bag.  Not saying these are all great, but knowing we all have different tastes in music I wanted to put up some options!  Enjoy.

First up is a band that walks the Shoegazer style of Pavement & Sonic Youth… The band is called Light Sleepers and I do dig this track!

We Are Gathering DustLight Sleepers
“Sandrine’s Paris” (mp3)
from “We Are Gathering Dust”
(Smalltown America)

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Another cool pop/alt track… notice the Pop is first. Mellow but good.

Tape & ScissorsKiss Me At The Gate
“The Very Thought of You” (mp3)
from “Tape & Scissors”
(Superphonic Records)

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A little Canada action, eh? In the sort of emo/punk rock style… good track.

Acoustic BlueprintsPassenger Action
“This Position” (mp3)
from “Acoustic Blueprints”
(Smallman)

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Free Music Friday : The "Thank You" Edition

// December 5th, 2008 // No Comments » // Totally Free Music!

What a crazy week!  My indie label/music company has been selected as a finalist in a small biz program by Wired.com – This is my thank you to all those that have voted and are going to vote!!!  right?!  :)   Thanks guys!

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This Could Be A PossibilityValencia
“The Space Between” (mp3)
from “This Could Be A Possibility”
(I Surrender Records)
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Can someone please tell me why I love this track??? It’s pretty addicting and keeps showing up on the playlist!

L.E.S ArtistesSantogold
“L.E.S Artistes” (mp3)
from “L.E.S Artistes”
(Lizard King)

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Target Heart EPBlue Giant
“Blue Sunshine” (mp3)
from “Target Heart EP”
(Amore!Phonics)
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Free Music Friday : The “Thank You” Edition

// December 5th, 2008 // No Comments » // Totally Free Music!

What a crazy week!  My indie label/music company has been selected as a finalist in a small biz program by Wired.com – This is my thank you to all those that have voted and are going to vote!!!  right?!  :)   Thanks guys!

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This Could Be A PossibilityValencia
“The Space Between” (mp3)
from “This Could Be A Possibility”
(I Surrender Records)
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Can someone please tell me why I love this track??? It’s pretty addicting and keeps showing up on the playlist!

L.E.S ArtistesSantogold
“L.E.S Artistes” (mp3)
from “L.E.S Artistes”
(Lizard King)

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Target Heart EPBlue Giant
“Blue Sunshine” (mp3)
from “Target Heart EP”
(Amore!Phonics)
Buy at Amore!Phonics – buy direct from the artist!
Buy at Blue Giant CDs and Vinyl!
Buy at eMusic Selects Blue Giant!
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Free Music Friday : Too Early For Holiday Music?

// November 21st, 2008 // No Comments » // Totally Free Music!

I don’t think so! You guys will need some stuff to listen to while putting up the Christmas tree.

The first track is a pretty cool remix of Jingle Bells- the second is a classic to all, Bing Crosby’s “White Christmas” and lastly is a little gem I found, an entire album of Christmas piano from the 1920′s.

Christmas Remixed 2Joe Williams
“Jingle Bells” (mp3)
from “Christmas Remixed 2″
(Rock River Music)

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Bing Crosby ChristmasBing Crosby
“White Christmas” (mp3)
from “Bing Crosby Christmas”
(Spectra Records)

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A Piano Christmas in the 1920'sJohn Tasker Howard
“The First Noel” (mp3)
from “A Piano Christmas in the 1920′s”
(Lyrichord)

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Free Music Friday: Garage & Pop & Alt, Oh My!

// November 13th, 2008 // No Comments » // Totally Free Music!

Got some good stuff this week!  Some garage rock, pop/rock and modern/alt rock… Enjoy it!

Prima Donna is clearly inspired by the early punk of groups such as X-Ray Specs, the Damned, and the Sex Pistols as well as ‘70s glitter such as Mott the Hoople and David Bowie, the group’s sharp ‘n’ concise songwriting sidesteps any notions of the group being ‘retro.’ How retro can a group be if their average age is 22?

After HoursPrima Donna
“Stray Doll” (mp3)
from “After Hours”
(Acetate Records)

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War Tapes is a Los Angeles 4-piece that successfully blends the attitude and edge of today’s post-hard-core scene with an appealing nod to 80’s new-wave and post-punk. All the while, War Tapes demonstrate a knack for creating huge hooks, turbulent soundscapes, and fist pumping, heart breaking sing-a-long choruses.

War TapesWar Tapes
“Dreaming of You” (mp3)
from “War Tapes”
(Sarathan Records)

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Tim Mahoney has crafted one great pop/rock track…  It’s familiar sounding as many singer/songwriter/rock guys are- but it’s done well.  The chorus makes you want to get in your car and drive to the beach.  Cheesy sounding I know but when you hear it you’ll know what I mean.

Stay - LeaveTim Mahoney
“Piece of You” (mp3)
from “Stay – Leave”
(Tim Mahoney band)

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