Category Archives: Obsessions

Stuck in My Head: New Mexico – “Chosen Ones”

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New Mexico – “Chosen Ones”

I have not stopped listening to this EP, Have You Met My Friend?, since it landed in my inbox. Fast, rough and dirty, it’s one of my favorites for 2010 for sure so make sure you pick it up. And this track in particular?  H.e.a.v.y. rotation. To the point where it’s become a morning ritual. Two cups of coffee and a shot of New Mexico and I’m out the door, ready to take on the world.

They’ll be hitting SF this winter and have a tentative date for January 26 at The Knockout. Yeah. Mark your calendars…get set…GO!

Tame Impala – “Lucidity (Pilooski Remix)”

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Tame Impala – “Lucidity (Pilooski Remix)”

Rarely do I get excited over remixes, but the Tame Impala versions are categorically good. This one from Pilooski is no exception, just adding the the psychedelic Beatles-esque flavor of the group. Innerspeaker is one of my favorite albums this year. Get it if you don’t have it yet.  And for the local SF crew, the band is coming back to the US so be sure to get tickets to their show at The Independent on December 13.

Obsession: Sea of Bees – “Wizbot”

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Sea of Bees – “Wizbot”

How much do I love Sea of Bees Julie Baenziger and her debut, Songs for the Ravens? |<————————-This much—————————————————>| Please buy this album. It’s one of my favs for 2010. Such a lovely and talented singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. NPR dubbed her a female Sparklehorse and it’s the best description I’ve heard yet. Sophomore album to be recorded soon!

One to Watch: Cloud Control

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Artist: Cloud Control
Album: Bliss Release
Track: “Meditation Song #2”

Yet another outstanding band hailing from Australia, this four piece from the lovely Blue Mountains seem to be on par with buzz makers Tame Impala. Soooo good. Their much anticipated debut album, Bliss Release, hit Australia earlier this year and is slated for the rest of the world in 2011 (though you can get it on iTunes now). This track, “Meditation Song #2”, will be released as their single in November 22. With their 60’s era boy/girl harmonies and psychedelic jams, what’s not to love? And they keep good company too. The band is currently on tour in Europe with the likes of Tame Impala, Local Natives and The Temper Trap. Yeah, it’s that good.

One to Watch: Tamaryn – “Mild Confusion”

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Tamaryn – “Mild Confusion”

There’s no confusion here, this local lady is ready to blow up. Signed to tastemaker label Mexican Summer – who released her debut, The Waves, last week – her music is a heady concoction of ethereal dream pop and reverb drenched, MBV-esque shoegazy guitar goodness. Which is perhaps why I like it so much. Her debut album is available now. Get it.

In Love Again with Leopold

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Leopold and His Fiction – “Broke”

Not that I ever really fell out of love with Leopold and His Fiction.  It was more like a momentary distraction by shiny, new music objects.  Music is problematic that way.  Especially when you suffer from OCMD. Even if you’re happy with what you’ve got, you can’t help but look over your shoulder for something new and different. Well, thanks to The Bay Bridged and their fabulous Rock Make Fest yesterday, I’ve come back home to my roots and fallen head over heels in love again with Leopold and His Fiction and their sultry, vintage rock vibe. Emphasis on rock because man do these guys lay it down. They’re hotter than ever.  And I felt oh so complete leaving the festival yesterday with an earful of vintage rock and my new vintage dress and shades. Thanks for keeping me hip, Bay Bridged.

Stuck in My Head: Sonny & The Sunsets – “Lovin’ On An Older Gal”

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Sonny & The Sunsets – “Lovin’ on An Older Gal”

So in love with San Francisco’s very own Sonny & The Sunsets. (*blink*blink*blush*blush*swoon*) Daytrotter recently picked them up, so you know they’re destined for glory. I just adore Sonny Smith’s vocals. And the fact that Kelly Stoltz is involved only makes it better. Musical goodness all around. Go ahead, fall in love.