Too Dramatic
There’s something really charming about Ra Ra Riot. Their debut album was just breathtaking, wide-eyed and non-stop pop. Like their friends in Vampire Weekend (see: lead singer’s side project, Discovery), their sophomore album sounds different, more grown up. The Orchard tried some new things out, but it’s clear that the band’s still evolving their sound. I really can’t wait to see this band in October.
The Rise of RoboPatel
Normally at Ladies, we don’t involve ourselves with things like remix contests. However, I stumbled upon one for the film Scott Pilgrim vs The World, and I figured it wouldn’t hurt to check it out. Was I surprised by what I heard? Yes. There is an array of amateur remixes at your disposal, my friends. I found this gem while browsing. The remixer upholds the cinematic quality of the original song “Fight!.” If you agree with me and think that this is a worthy submission, feel free to take a few moments to vote for it. Hate it? Think I’m insane for featuring this? Do me one better and vote for any of the other submissions that tickle your fancy. Go and support an amateur remixer today!
Pull Shapes
Reading Phonogram: The Singles Club has reinvigorated my interest in The Pipettes. After the lineup changes the last few years, the Pipettes really don’t sound the same anymore which is so sad given how happy their 2007 album, We Are the Pipettes makes me. “Pull Shapes”, easily their most popular single, is one of the most delightfully genuine songs ever made. These gals were just dancing before Lady Gaga ever was.
Tonight, Tonight
Rock Falls (AKA Annie Reese) is a musician whose lyrical talent alone exceeds any preexisting standards of musical composition. She’s the kind of performer that everyone huddles in as closely as possible to witness, and she doesn’t disappoint when she opens her mouth and begins to sing. Annie is technically still independent, so show your love, listen to her music, and spread it around as much as you possibly can.
If You Only Knew
Watching The New Pornographers rock out last month in Dallas, I found myself with a HUGE girl crush on Kathryn Calder. Though everyone loves Neko Case (and they should), Calder’s really come into her own with the group, with her wispier voice more suitable for certain NP songs. This album, Calder’s debut solo album, was written for Calder’s mother, half-sibling of NP lead singer Carl Newman, and it’s something any mother would be happy to hear.
Megan Jean & the Klay Family Band
Cold Dark Morning
The went downtown a while ago and Megan Jean & the KFB were playing. They had an audience of 6 people including me and my friends. But as soon as I heard a song I knew I would be leaving with a CD and that they deserved a bigger audience that I could help provide. Megan Jean has a voice that hearkens back to true Americana and what country should have been. Their first album Dead Woman Walkin’ will be released November 13th.
The End of the World is Bigger Than Love
Jens Lekman recently released a new song. Yes, it’s beautiful. There’s great balance between the instrumentals and our beloved Swedish singer-songwriter’s enchanting voice. He explains the story behind it on his little blog of sorts. Essentially, it’s about how heartache isn’t the end all of everything; we’re all just insignificant specks in the scope of things. So, pick up the pieces of your shattered heart, hold your head up high, and face the world. You’re not alone; you have your good friend Jens to help you out (and the Something for the Ladies staff to provide you with sweet tunes).
