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Gourmet – There You Go

“There You Go” from South African band Gourmet is really good! Out via the 1991 label and hooked up to Kitsune “There You Go” ticks all boxes of a potential alt-pop hit and is ready-made for all manner of crossover success.

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09-28-17

Teen Ravine – Hall of Horrors

We’re loving the baroque balladry of “Hall of Hours” from Toronto’s Teen Ravine. Really simply, “Hall of Horrors” is a beautiful piece of songwriting and arranged in a way that indicative of a supremely talented artist. A++.

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09-28-17

Premiere: Desert Moons – Deep Water

“Deep Water” is new from talented Aussies Desert Moons. The twosome of singer Jake Dobson and brother Simon Dobson, “Deep Water” follows on from strong debut track “Rough Trade” and traffics in a drum machine-led sound of cinematic string sweeps and good dark pop melodics.

Frontman Jake Dobson describes “Deep Water”, “‘Deep Water’ is a metaphor for feeling outside your comfort zone. Just like deep ocean waters, the idea of being in uncharted territory can be a confronting concept. At times in my life, I’ve had no choice but to face my demons head on, however ended up in a more advantageous position by addressing these challenges. It’s helped define my character and realise that fear is only a delusion created by the mind”.

Desert Moons will perform their first live show tomorrow night (technically tonight in AUS) (9/29) at Rare Finds #33 held at Oxford Art Factory’s Gallery Bar in Sydney. Enjoy the B3SCI Premiere of “Deep Water” from Desert Moons below.

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09-28-17

Sam Bruno – Hello Hater (WRLD Remix)

The Dutch future bass legend, WRLD, has delighted my ears with his recent remix of Sam Bruno’s “Hello Hater.” Playful vocals ride atop perky synths and bubbly percussion, creating a wondrous atmosphere reminiscent of a children’s picture book. If you’re looking for a fun, euphoric dance track to fuel this weekends adventures, you’re in the right place.

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09-27-17

Tulpa & BLANKTS – Antidote

“Antidote” by Tulpa and Blankts is a gem. This alternative pop record tells a story from start to finish. It’s interesting use of vocal chops and warm sound design really sets it apart from what we’ve been hearing lately. Make sure to head to SoundCloud to listen to the rest of their discography. Enjoy.

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09-27-17

San Holo – I Still See Your Face

San Holo delivers his signature sound in his newest track entitled, “I Still See Your Face.” The sweet melody of this track has stayed stuck in my head for a few days. It’s emotional, fun, and quirky all at the same time. Check out this track, and catch him in your city during his upcoming world tour.

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09-22-17

Kainalu – Love Nebula

Kainalu’s sweet psychedelic vibes won me over within seconds on his track, “Love Nebula.” If you’re a fan of Toro y Moi or Washed Out, definitely check out this guy. I think this one-man-band is here to stay and I’m definitely looking forward to more music from him.

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09-22-17

Premiere: Cautious Clay – Cold War

We love this song! “Cold War” new from Cautious Clay blends a diverse melange of styles into a remarkably accessible and listenable pop song (this song could be a hit on pop radio right now) that we can’t stop spinning. Born and raised in our hometown of Cleveland and now relocated to Brooklyn, Cautious Clay is the project of musician Josh Karpeh. Josh describes the track, “A lot of times, love for someone begets patience and/or complacency, but not the other way around,” he reflects. “That’s why catching feelings is simultaneously uplifting and disruptive to personal identity for many people.” Stream the B3SCI Premiere of “Cold War” from Cautious Clay below.

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09-22-17

Premiere: Upstairs Open – You Got Love

“You Got Love” is the debut track from Upstairs Open, the UK-based duo of Daniel James and Courtney Paynter. Buoyed by magnetic set of melodies and a cinematic in style arrangement and rhythmic churn, the James Earp-produced (Fickle Friends, Bipolar Sunshine) “You Got Love” introduces Upstairs Open as very talented arbiters of alternative pop. Stream the B3SCI Premiere of “You Got Love” from Upstairs Open below and look for a forthcoming debut EP from the band soon.

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09-21-17

[B3SCI Records] Swimming Tapes – Soft Sea Blue EP

Today is the day! On B3SCI Records and the venerable Hand in Hive is ‘Soft Sea Blue’, the new EP from Swimming Tapes. The EP features four tracks including “Queen’s Parade” which Wonderland said “cemented them as one to watch” and new track “Alison” which Clash calls the band’s “latest wonder” and a “guitar pop gem”. More details about the EP can be obtained here at B3SCI Records. If you’re in or around London, Swimming Tapes play The Lexington on Wednesday (Sep 20) and info on the show can be obtained here.

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09-15-17

Premiere: Cosmos & Creature – Ride the Wave

The rapidly rising L.A.-based duo Cosmos & Creature are back today with potent new one “Ride the Wave”. The twosome who count a Spotify US Global #1 and opening slots with John Mayer and James Bay in their C.V. excel further forward on “Ride the Wave” a big accessible pop crossover-ready track complete with the hook-writing aplomb to conquer streaming charts around the world. About the creative genesis of the track, the duo says, “We wrote “Ride The Wave” about taking your first step when you can’t necessarily foresee the outcome. It’s about learning to embrace the journey over the destination, and more importantly making your own future. We hope this message empowers people to go after what they love & believe in, even when facing adversity.” We’re very pleased to premiere “Ride the Wave” from Cosmos & Creature below.

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09-15-17

Premiere: Sean Christopher – Paper Plane Pilot

Dutch musician in Bristol UK Sean Christopher streams great new track “Paper Plane Pilot”. Mr. Christopher whose song “Everything” sync’d internationally in an Audi commercial pulls particular inspiration for this new track from his father’s flamenco guitar playing. The track itself excels on that swerve-y texture in route to a very listenable and magnetic bit of guitar pop. We’re very pleased to B3 premiere “Paper Plane Pilot” below and look for Sean Christopher’s debut LP Yonder forthcoming from Dumont Dumont.

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09-14-17