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George Maple – Talk Talk (JackLNDN Remix)

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One of 2014 indie’s biggest singles, “Talk Talk” from George Maple (and maybe Flume) is remixed by house hot hand JackLNDN with an electrifying result.

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Rating 8.4

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11-07-14

Misun – Penny

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Mighty MISUN stream second single from debut Superstitions LP. “Penny” is built on a vaguely 60’s rock stop start beat, guitarist Andrew Wallace’s pinpoint melodic leads, and singer Misun’s emphatic disto-filtered vocal. Superstitions is out November 11.

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Rating 8.4

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Yumi Zouma – The Brae (Fluxus Head Remix)

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German producer Fluxus Head spins a blisser around new favorite Yumi Zouma’s track “The Brae”. Expect massaged electronics, aquatic beats and bliss out vibes in the mix as Fluxus Head takes “The Brae” into mental territory. If you’re in L.A., we’re presenting Yumi Zouma’s 11/21 show at The Bootleg and you can find details about the concert here.

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Rating 8.8

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Giveaway: James Vincent McMorrow @ Ace Hotel Theater, Los Angeles 11/20/14

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World conquering hero James Vincent McMorrow will play The Theater at the Ace Hotel in Los Angeles, Thursday November 20th. Touring in support of last year’s pristine Post-Tropic LP, the Irish songwriter’s profile continues to expand exponentially with each successive run of concert dates. We’re very pleased to offer one pair of tickets to James Vincent McMorrow’s November 20th set at the Ace Hotel to one lucky B3SCI’er. To enter, hit our inbox with the subject line “MCMORROW L.A.” before Tuesday November 18th at 3 PM PST. Tickets for JVM’s Moors supported L.A. show are available here.

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James Vincent McMorrow on tour:

Nov 06 – Cat’s Cradle – Carrboro, NC
Nov 08 – The Lincoln – Washington, DC
Nov 10 – Town Hall – New York, NY
Nov 12 – House of Blues – Chicago, IL
Nov 13 – First Avenue – Minneapolis, MN
Nov 16 – The Neptune – Seattle, WA
Nov 17 – The Aladdin – Portland, OR
Nov 19 – The Fillmore – San Francisco, CA
Nov 20 – Ace Hotel – Los Angeles, CA

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11-06-14

Laurel – Memorials

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The haunting modern pop of “Memorials” is single number one from UK songwriter Laurel’s forthcoming “Holy Water” EP.

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Rating 8.4

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11-06-14

8th Grader – All We Can Do (Prod. Carousel)

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Favorites Carousel take the step into production with superb work on the airtight Hall & Oates-esque pop of “All We Can Do” from San Fran artist 8th Grader.

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Jessica Pratt – Back, Baby

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The immensely talented and intensely original new Drag City signee Jessica Pratt announces second LP On Your Own Love Again with beautiful and plaintive “Back, Baby”

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IYES – Glow

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The Brighton tag-team of Josh Christopher and Melis Soyaslanová a/k/a IYES streaming soaring new single “Glow” due for release on the band’s own imprint Love by Mistake.

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Rating 8.5

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American Wolf – May

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Chicago’s American Wolf is spelling seasons with their latest brand of indie hypnosis. Lead singer Sal Plant’s vocals soar tragically through Chicago’s crisp autumn air, and dreamlike guitar melodies melt between lead guitarist Hristo Mintchev’s fingers like candle wax. Give “May” a listen! American Wolf’s My Main Sport is out now. Reviewed by Shane Bradley

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Rating 8.1

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Moon Boots – There’s No Love

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“There’s No Love” is the new single from French Express resident space traveler Moon Boots. Infectious and very much in the style that Moon Boots has seemed to fashion and carve out for himself, this house track will no doubt be included into playlists around the world. Check for Moon Boots and the French Express crew currently touring the UK and soon playing select cities in the states with Henry Krinkle. Reviewed by Brian Litwin.

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Rating 8.3

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