Eminem drops a verse on Airplanes with B.O.B.
So MC Bobby Ray, aka B.o.B., has an LP coming out this week. If you want a sneak peak to get blown away by, check out Airplanes Pt. II.
Both versions feature Hailey Williams of Paramore. SICK TRACK!
Angels and Airwaves release LOVE…gratis!
Angels and Airwaves really outdid themselves…releasing a brand spanking new album free of charge for their fans!
Tom Delong and the guys really went above and beyond on the production. Absolutely superb. Here’s the single “Hallucinations” above…grab the full album via the band’s myspace.
Theophilus London and the “Humdrum Town”
With striking resemblance to cats like Kid Cudi and Lupe Fiasco, NYC’s Theophilus London knows how to create some groovy, hip-hop tracks…
“Humdrum Town” is a nice little jam that rolls from beginning to end.
Four Year Strong is just “Wasting Time”
With a new album called Enemy of the World scheduled to drop on March 9th, 2010; the crew just released a singled titled “Wasting Time (Eternal Summer)”.
I am down for this. Still has their rough-around-the-edges heavy sound and definitely drives. We will see how the whole album turns out!
Another Angels and Airwaves sample!
After hearing their song “Hallucinations” a few weeks ago and being excited, AWA has another little sample video with another track to get excited about.
Preview: Take Action Tour 2010
January 31, 2010 by Keith
Filed under The Underground, Videos
Coming into town on Monday, February 1st…the 2010 Take Action Tour will be boasting a solid line-up of powerpop acts ready to blast the stage to bits.
We The Kings
Mayday Parade
A Rocket to the Moon
There for Tomorrow
Signed to Hopeless Records, we think There for Tomorrow will be opening and blowing the roof off. This one expects to be jam-packed at the House of Blues!
Owl City – Ocean Eyes
January 24, 2010 by Keith
Filed under Album Reviews, Videos
It’s hard to turn on the radio without hearing the voice of Adam Young, the mastermind behind the catchy-synthpop of Owl Eyes. ”Fireflies” has been taking over the radio for weeks now and with shows sold out all over the country, Young is having tons of success.
Signed to Universal Records, Ocean Eyes is Young’s second studio album. Maybe I’m Dreaming is his first which has a similar sound to his most recent.
Boasting a sound similar to the Postal Service, Owl City is packed with simple synths that compliment Young’s eccentric lyrics. The album is a phenomenal example of what one guy can do to create a popular sound.
Other than the hit single, “Fireflies”, the album includes other downtempo and fast-paced songs giving the album a bit of variety. ”Hello Seattle”, “On the Wing”, and “Tip of an Iceberg” are my personal faves due to their flow and harmonies. At the same time, Relient K lead-singed Matthew Thiesen appears on other tracks adding variety as well.
If you like the single, this album is for you. You’ll be humming and singing along in minutes. With his nationwide tour just getting underway, get your tickets early to catch a piece of Owl City.
Wale back at it with Lady Gaga
Representin’ DC, Wale is making waves in 2009. With the most recent mixtape “Back to the Feature”, Wale is showing that he can rhyme with the best of them.
The single “Chillin” is smooth and legit. Sampling the 1969 classic “Na Na Hey Hey Kid Him Goodbye” by Paul Leka, this hit will be on repeat for weeks to come.
If you’re looking for the full mixtape, cruise over to Wale’s homepage.
Taking Back Sunday – New Again
August 12, 2009 by Keith
Filed under Album Reviews, Videos
Known for their catchy hooks yet rough exterior, Taking Back Sunday is one of those acts that never disappoints. With some band member changes over the course of the last year, many were curious to see how their newest release New Again would drop.
Every album’s mainstay is it’s single. ”Sink Into Me” is an absolute repetition inducing chorus line of awesome. Vocalist Adam Lazzara hooks you, seduces you, and never lets up in the least. These are the songs I love most from TBS. A mix of emotion and energy set off with a touch of unbridled screaming.
The rest of the album, while not their best, still brings the heat and seduction. Other great repetitious numbers include “Lonely, Lonely”, “Summer Man”, and “Catholic Knees”. More than anything, the album as a whole really builds and climbs so well. The grabbing guitar riffs and juicy basslines will get you twisting and spinning with desire.
To close of the album, don’t rush through “Everything Must Go”…one of those slow ballads that ends in pure noise-packed energy!
Lost in the water…Barcelona
Filmed in Japan, this music video set to Barcelona’s “Please Don’t Go” is a great piece of simplicity by Jon Rawlinson…I came across it via Facebook and it had me sitting there with my jaw on the floor!
Coming from Seattle, Washington, Barcelona has that excellent combination of light rock and piano…