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f r a n s k i l d – Clockworks

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Arranged in a manner of space and complexity of mood similar to jazz or more abstract deep electronic music; “Clockworks”, new from Swedish producers Franskild does do well on its unique use of space and mood but really succeeds on the cleverness of its hooks both vocal and otherwise – that and it’s really really catchy in a hypnotic black & white sort of way. “Clockworks” is a true standout track do not miss.

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Rating 8.4

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Chantelle Paredes – 2 Thousand

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California-based duo Chantelle Paredes make their B3SCI debut w/ the sweeping cinematic dark pop of “2 Thousand”. Relevant in sound to its trend (C.P. may remind a bit of Lana Del Rey), but unique in execution “2 Thousand” is of quality indicative of band with unlimited talent and potential. Listen ASAP.

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Rating 8.4

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JUSWRHT – Watching

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Tuesday. It’s not quite as lame as Monday, but is more lame than Wednesday. The only thing that ever keeps Tuesday in the race for ‘best day of the week’ is new music releases. You’ll find gems all over the internet pop up, much like this one. LA based JUSWRHT dropped a new track online today and we approve. With sweeping chords, live violin layered on top and a catchy vocal sample, “Watching” is quite a debut. Reviewed by Brian Litwin

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Rating 8.3

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The Bulletproof Bomb – Suitcase

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The Bulletproof Bomb can refer to the #7 car in the 1968 Hanna-Barbera cartoon Wacky Races. In which that car was driven by 7 little gangsters, all sitting in the front, sometimes shooting their Tommy Guns (thank you wikipedia). This is just one possible rationale for the naming behind this new punky 5 piece from Sutton. Having recently heard “Suitcase” on their soundcloud, I must say I am hooked. The surf-garage rock burner is infectious and a shit load of fun. The forthcoming b-side “Spaceman” is a nice follow up, with a breezy feel and is just as catchy. Reviewed by Brian Litwin

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TOUR DATES

March 1st, Troubadour, London
March 14th, The Water Rats, London
March 20th, The Grey Horse, Kingston
March 21st, Native Tongue, Epsom
March 26th, The Macbeth, London
April 2nd, Ibiza Rocks The Snow, Meribel, France,

Rating 8.4

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Rave’s Fave: Temples — A Question Isn’t Answered

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After a string of stellar singles, Temples finally dropped their Sun Structures full-length this week. All the singles are included on the album and the goodness doesn’t stop there. Not surprising considering that this band even comes up with awesome B-sides. Among the deeper gems on the album is “A Question Isn’t Answered”. It fades up with handclapping and a melodic tribal chant over a mid-tempo stomping groove. The song builds into what has been called a rock freight train. Psychedelia is prominent in Temple’s sound, and this tune has a heavy John Lennon/late-Beatles feel. One can even imagine John writing the line “a question isn’t answered if an answer isn’t questioned”. Temples are aiming high, as well they should be. Following an extensive UK and European tour, they will hit Coachella, and then hit a few more US dates before gracing various summer festivals. I saw them last May in England and can vouch for their live chops. Temples should be slotted in the top tier of any list of UK bands with the best chance to break loose in 2014. Reviewed by Bruce Rave

Temples — A Question Isn’t Answered

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