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!
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.
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.
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…
The Beastie Boys, Nas, and Hot Sauce
With the Beastie Boys set to tour again and everyone eagerly awaiting their upcoming release Hot Sauce Committee Pt. 1, here’s one of their upcoming tracks featuring Nas.
Apparently they’ve played it out with Nas live and there are vids on the webz to check out, here’s a studio sample for ya!
Imogen Heap single “First Train Home”
With her newest album Ellipse set to drop August 25th here in the United States, electro pop sensation Imogen Heap has just released a beauty…”First Train Home”. Groovy, smooth, catchy…she’s so good at conveying emotion and atmosphere in her stuff…
Wanna see more of what she’s been up to? Check out the album trailer!
The Tuesday Ticket: Bands to check out…Fall ‘09
Here around TLS, we’re always picking up new music and such. Some of it might have been out a while, other stuff is brand spankin’ new.
The Sick Puppies just released a full-length titled Tri-Color…it’s a ripping piece of modern rock energy. Resembling Trapt or Breaking Benjamin…it’s hot n’ heavy!
After being on Warped Tour, I just found out about LA’s up-and-comers the After Midnight Project. I’ve had their track “Take Me Home” on repeat. They’ll be releasing a new album this fall and expect to hear more about these guys!
I just found out about electro-pop band Breathe Carolina…catchy, juicy goodness.
If you’re looking for more screaming, rock to the new August Burns Red album titled Constellations, if you’re in the mood, it will dominate you…
Enter Shikari…British post-hardcore at its finest
A few years ago, post-hardcore band Enter Shikari put themselves on the map with the single “Sorry You’re Not a Winner” off their major debut Take to the Skies. Around since 2003, the band just put forth its second major release Common Dreads.
Both albums will hit the listener with a combination of heavy, electronic driven madness…their single of their 2009 ablum “Juggernauts” will certainly get you pumped!
T Pain and T Swift…I don’t even know what to say…
I am a firm believer that some songs just shouldn’t exist…this is most definitely one of them. While guys like The Lonely Island can make fun of boatz, vocoderz, and being gangsta…this just doesn’t do it for me. I know this is a total joke, but I want it to stop.