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League – How Do I Know EP

Los Angeles-London based LEAGUE has just released their second EP How Do I Know. The EP offers a diverse array of rhythms and melodies. The title track “How Do I Know” draws a stark connection to the hums of classic British shoegazers, Ride and My Bloody Valentine. “Your World” is a poppy, feel good track with a nice organ hook. If you dig dream pop, or flanging in general, you’ll be into this one. The third track, “The Shore” offers a more psychedelic, surf-driven feel and is a nice closer to this EP. Contributed by Trevor Meyer

League – Your World

League (Bandcamp) (Facebook)

Rating 8

reviewed by b3

10-27-11

The Killers – Ultra Violet (Light My Way) [U2 Cover]

Pop Rock Track Reviews

The Killers offer their new take on U2’s “Ultra Violet (Light My Way)” via Q magazine’s 20th anniversary covers album for Achtung Baby. Kudos to Flowers on his Bono-esque delivery. More at Q.

The Killers – Ultra Violet (Light My Way)

The Killers (Facebook)

Rating 8.2

reviewed by b3

10-27-11

Eddy Current Suppression Ring – You Don’t Care

Rock Track Reviews

The lads from down under conjure up yet another face melting tribute to garage punk. “You Don’t Care” is just a taste off the band’s new forthcoming 22 track So Many Things LP.

Eddy Current Suppression Ring – You Don’t Care

Eddy Current Suppression Ring (Soundcloud) (Facebook)

Rating: 8

reviewed by b3

10-27-11

Cave Birds – Some Lightning Thrill x Love From Afar (demo)

Rock Track Reviews

Cave Birds are a new 4 piece out of Leeds that we won’t be surprised to be hearing lots more from. Their catchy blend of indie pop has the perfect touch of ‘brit’, not to mention it makes way for the dance floor. Can’t wait to see these guys in a live setting. “Some Lightning Thrill” is their only released track so far and “Love From Afar” is a great demo that offers a glance at what’s to come.

Cave Birds – Some Lightning Thrill

Cave Birds – Love From Afar (demo)

Cave Birds (Facebook)

Rating 8.1

reviewed by b3

10-26-11

Kurt Vile – It’s Alright

Rock Songwriter Track Reviews

“It’s Alright” is new from Kurt Vile and taken from his forthcoming So Outta Reach EP, dropping November 8th via Matador. Kurt is back in top form.

Kurt Vile – It’s Alright

Kurt Vile (Facebook)

Rating 8.5

reviewed by b3

10-26-11

She & Him – Baby It’s Cold Outside

Pop Track Reviews

A track truly worthy of the James Brown Christmas wreath. Yeahhh… you know James would totally kick it with Zooey Deschanel! This cover of “Baby It’s Cold Outside” is courtesy of she and Mr M. Ward and is my girlfriend (aka #superfan) Nessa’s pick from the band’s new A Very She & Him Christmas collection. This new version is a bit chirpier than Zooey’s earlier take on the track with Leon Redbone from the ELF soundtrack back in 2003. We think you’ll like it!

She & Him – Baby It’s Cold Outside

She & Him (Facebook)

Rating 8.4

reviewed by b3

10-26-11

XV – U.F.C.

Hip Hop Track Reviews

A new video has dropped for “U.F.C.” from XV’s Zero Heros mixtape. If there ever was an actual U.F.C. (MMC) this dude would so be in.

XV – U.F.C.

XV (Facebook) (Bandcamp)

Rating 8.2

reviewed by b3

10-26-11

Kris Mars – Conversation With Myself

Hip Hop Pop Track Reviews

Kris Mars flips the classic XX “Intro” and it takes. No denying “Conversation With Myself” is hungry.

Kris Mars – Conversation With Myself

Kris Mars (Official) (Soundcloud)

Rating 8.5

reviewed by b3

10-26-11

Chris Wollard & the Ship Thieves – Same to You

Rock Songwriter Track Reviews

Former Hot Water Music guitarist/vocalist/songwriter Chris Wollard has recently released his first solo record. The Gainesville native shows us a different side from his well known punk rock roots. Chris Wollard & The Ship Thieves intertwines folk, acoustic, and alternative rock to create infectious melodies and ear-grabbing rhythms. “Same to You” is an upbeat and driven song, offering a melody that attracts your attention right away. I listened to this album several times while driving across the United States and there is something about Chris’s voice that offers a rare verisimilitude to its listener. Contributed by Trevor Meyer

Chris Wollard & the Ship Thieves – Same to You

Chris Wollard & the Ship Thieves (Facebook)

Rating 8.3

reviewed by b3

10-25-11

Hammock – No Agenda (feat. Steve Kilbey)

Rock Track Reviews

Post Rockers Hammock team up with the ever talented Steve Kilbey of The Church on “No Agenda,” an ethereal piece that is both allaying and powerful. The 2011 album “Asleep in the Downlights” is officially being released today (October 25th). Order it, pick it up, do whatever you have to do to purchase this one because you will not be disappointed. Contributed by Trevor Meyer

Hammock – No Agenda (feat. Steve Kilbey)

Hammock (Official)

Rating 8.2

reviewed by b3

10-25-11

Piers Faccini – Tribe

Songwriter Track Reviews Videos!

Piers Faccini takes us all on a trip with the expressive “Tribe”. The track’s worldly, soulful and almost retro sound captivates from it’s initial measures. And speaking of captivating, you’ve got to check this video below! It’s in the running to be one of our favs of the year. You can get “Tribe” on his My Wilderness LP available now via Six Degrees Records.

Piers Faccini – Tribe

Piers Faccini (Official)