What I've Been Listening To

Here are some pretty decent tunes that have been getting much love in a house on a street in a town i'm from. Something for everyone. Maybe.

I bought a pair of jeans the other day. Came with some free tracks for download. Does that give jeans cred? Would you buy jeans that had music in them/on them/under them? What if music came with free jeans for download? Something to think about.

Anyway, didn't expect much at all. Pleasantly surprised. From a band called Pets. They're from Storsveden, Sweden - if you didn't know. Kind of upbeat indie-pop that reminds me of the best bits of Sesame Street. Check out their myspace if you're a fan.

Pets - Don't You Say Your Heart's Broken

Thanks also to two friends. One's tall and trying to get big. The other is already big and trying to get tall (check out frindsofben). The tall one showed me this track. We put it one repeat and drove up and down George Street on Saturday night. It was fun.

Notorius B.I.G. - Party & Bullshit (Ratatat Remix)

The big one showed me this pretty sweet guy way before it was cool to like Jewish hip-hop/reggae. His new song is a cracker. Let's have a J.

Matisyahu - One Day

Finally, one for the weekend. Actually, i'm a student, so basically this means any day of the week. Sucked in 9-5. Will probably drive up and down King Street with this one on Saturday night. A bit more edgy than Biggie. Maybe it's the Brooklyn based, Warp Records influence you can hear in the background if you listen close enough. Sorry i'm a bit late with this one. I'm selfish.

Two Weeks Of Hip Hop (Dead Prez Vs Grizzly Bear) - The Hood Internet

Enjoy. Love.

Wolf and Cub- All Claws Out

Wolf and Cub's newest album 'Science and Sorcery' quite simply put, is a very compelling piece of work. The psychedelic rock act's newest album has been reinforced with a range of unique sampling and drum pieces which combine to create an exhilarating experience. 'The Loosest of Gooses' is a fast paced and in your face track. One may wonder why this tune has such a peculiar title, but upon hearing it, it will no doubt become obvious why Wolf and Cub picked the aptly named title. A true let's get smashed and kick on anthem. Good times to be had.

The Loosest of Gooses - Wolf and Cub (Highly Recommended)

Middle East Magic

There is no doubt about it. The Middle East are all about creating the magic. Although their music may be frustratingly hard to get into, once you have nestled down between the comforting layers of musical genius, it is unlikely that you are going to budge for a while. Their sound can only be described as sounding fairly similar to Sigur Ross and Iron and Wine and their dreamy like lyrics and captivating melodies all but help entice you to lay back after a hard day and soak up the refreshingly soothing sounds.

Lonely is an epic song, it goes for around 7 minutes, but please try and stick it out, because once you do, you will instantly become a fan. The simple guitar riffs, soothing vocals and use of soft percussions gradually build to a truly orgasmic point. The fruits of Middle East's labours have truly paid off.

Lonely - The Middle East

Miike Snow

Miike Snow comprise of Swedish duo Christian Karlsson and Pontus Winnberg who together with American singer Andrew Wyatt make a blend of dark, crisp, electronic pop. They will lull you into a sense of security with their warm electronic sounds however melancholy and sombre themes filter through. The stark contradictions don't disappoint. Who ever thought the dark side would would sound so pleasant and inviting ..............I'd change shapes just to hide in this place but im still, im still an animal.

Thanks to Radarmaker.co.uk for the single.

Miike Snow - Animal

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Basement Kick Ass Jaxx

So there was this epic house party on the weekend where the el vino did flow, which also had its own underground club. I'm pretty sure the majority of the Eastern suburbs were jamming at home since the beats at this particular house where so epically phat. The Dj that played as yet has no name but congratulations for putting on such a kick ass show. One of the tunes that made witnesses wet themselves in delight at the classy underground club which is to be known as "el Fritzl" has been given to you for your aural pleasure.

The original of "Where's your head at" was a huge hit back in the day, this revamped version has been jacked up and sounds like Basement Jaxx on roids. Something tells me another set will be played sometime soon...........stay tuned.

Where's your head at - Klass remix (Basement Jaxx)

Magistrates - Heartbreak

The sexually charged lads from Magistrates are back in town with their latest single "Heartbreak". Launching tomorrow. You can grap the Heartbreak EP on itunes.
Definitley could see myself getting down to this! much love Sarah!

Magistrates - Heartbreak