Lord Huron
This is some mellow mellow music. Lord Huron uses the hollow distance of reverb almost instrumentally, allowing the harmonies and up tempo guitars to play off of each other while the echo grounds the full sound. Instead of using the effect to carry the arrangements into ethereal wafts the tracks on the new EP Mighty are assertive adventures through many many layers of sound – particularly on the title piece. If you’re in need of music to get lost in or distract a busy mind look no further.
[MP3] Mighty
Electric Owls
Electric Owls has turned unusual electronic musical manipulations mixed with banjos and unfussy vocals into a rather addictive new flavor of music. It doesn’t strive to disturb or rage it is just- very matter-a-factly – fun and refreshing. Helmed by Andy Harod (The Comas) their second EP Cullowhee Songs is infused with creativity and a clear musical curiosity which makes for some good good listening. No word of a tour right now but I certainly hope the new brings Electric Owl east as I’d love to hear this live.
[MP3] When I Was A Flood
The Dig
The Dig are a vocally suave foursome whose newest release Electric Toys is a pretty fantastic representation of their knack for combining a good twisty tale with catchy riffs. Upon first listen the arrangements sit comfortably in the ears as above average poppish rock but give it a deeper listen and you catch the lyrics that are unfurling underneath. “Your Already Gone” is a perfect soundtrack bit for moment of self loathing, particularly during those more fickle romantic moments. Other tunes from the new album catch you with the basic story telling.
[MP3] Two Sisters In Love