Mike Mains & The Branches: Home

WHAT I SAY ABOUT THEM

Okay so it is awesome that they are giving away the full album and not just an EP. It is a good record. This will be something I listen to when I mellow out or need to just relax. The lyrics are intriguing and the music is spot on. 

WHAT THEY SAY ABOUT THEM

Mike Mains & The Branches are offering their first album "Home" in its entirety and the first single from their upcoming sophomore album, "Calm Down, Everything Is Fine." With a live show bursting with contagious energy and the promise of a follow-up record, Mike Mains & The Branches promises to be on the radar for 2013.

Sophomore album Calm Down, Everything Is Fine due for release Spring 2013.

For fans of Modest Mouse, The Killers, Weezer, Third Eye Blind, Brand New

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The Worlds Fastest Piano Juggler (part 2)

Okay so this is a little creepy with the mask and all but WOW how neat! 

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Myla Smith: Four Songs

WHAT I SAY ABOUT HER

Okay, so I didn't really like her EP. She has an interesting voice and the lyrics are okay but the music is the same ol' same oh. It didn't capture my attention. In fact I tried listening to it a couple times and just couldn't get into it. Make up your own mind about it but I don't think I will be a fan! 

WHAT THEY SAY ABOUT HER

Memphis folk-pop artist Myla Smith offers up a sampler featuring tracks from the critically acclaimed "White/Gold" and the 2012 Amazon-charting EP "Drugs". If you like what you hear, stay tuned for a brand new single from Myla this Spring and the release of her next full-length album in August. For fans of The Weepies, Missy Higgins, Katie Herzig, Lori McKenna, Brooke Fraser.

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For the Fatherless: Welcome Us Home

If you have never heard of this amazing duo you need to listen up and then get to know them well. I had the privilege to see them in concert. What an amazing couple they are! 

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Coin: Saturdays

WHAT I SAY ABOUT THEM

OKAY I SERIOUSLY L.o.V.e them!! What a fun EP. Makes you want to get up and dance! SO DO IT! Get the EP and then GET UP AND DANCE!! 

WHAT THEY SAY ABOUT THEM

This is Coin. We met in Nashville three months ago and decided that everything is too serious; so, we started a new project. Coin is Joe Memmel, Ryan Winnen, and Chase Lawrence. For fans of The Killers, Young the Giant, Vampire Weekend, Neon Trees, and Fun. 

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Despicable Me 2: Banana Song by the Minions

Happy Monday my friends!! Here is a little something to kick start the day!! Love it, Sing with it...

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FOL CHEN: A Timely Introduction To The Sounds Of Fol Chen

WHAT I SAY ABOUT HER

Okay seriously, I don't get it. It is just plain weird. Some of the EP is cool sounding and the rest makes me want to cover my ears. It's like finger nails on a chalk board!! NO WAY! Not for me!! 

WHAT THEY SAY ABOUT HER

A Timely Introduction To The Sounds Of Fol Chen is a carefully curated selection of songs designed to introduce listeners to the dark-pop anthems of L.A.-based Fol Chen. This Introduction includes songs from their last two records, a cover of Sufjan Stevens' "I Walked", and "200 Words," a brand new song from their forthcoming full-length, The False Alarms. For fans of Of Montreal, Purity Ring, Grimes, Phantogram, Icona Pop

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When The Stars Go Blue-Bethany Joy Galeotti and Tyler Hilton

Okay here is a little flash back to some amazing times! I loved "One Tree Hill" and Bethany Joy Galeotti is one of my favorite actresses and singers. When I need a pick up I put on Everly! 

Ruston Kelly: The Bootleg Sessions

WHAT I SAY ABOUT HIM

I do have to say I have falling in love with his voice. What a beautiful rugged voice. There is sooo much soul in his music. I still can't believe that he is only 23!! I highly recommend this EP! 

WHAT THEY SAY ABOUT HIM

Ruston Kelly is a Nashville based singer songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. At only 23, Ruston is gaining great esteem as a sought after songwriter in the Nashville scene. Ruston's life experiences can be felt in every word he writes; his ability to tell a story delivered by an unparalleled emotion and melodic vocal control leaves the listener hanging on every word. Ruston is about to embark on a seven week tour with Marcus Foster and The Lone Bellow. For fans of Ryan Adams, Ben Howard, Ray Lamontagne, Jamie Johnson and Jeff Buckley. 

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Chipmunks & Chipettes: Bad Romance

Happy Thursday everyone!! I wanted to give ya something different... 

I can't help it but I love the Chipmunks and Chipettes! 

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Josh Gilligan: Flesh and Blood

WHAT I SAY ABOUT HIM

At first listening I really don't like his sound. It sounds so generic and like stuff we have previously heard. The lyrics are good. I guess it just isn't my taste. I say you should listen and make the decision for yourself. You might just like him. One thing I can say is that it is raw and if you do like Wilco you will like him. 

WHAT I SAY ABOUT HIM

"Flesh and Blood" rides what Earmilk.com calls a "folk-laden path lined with touches of Nashville-esque nuances."

"Charmingly organic folk/rock." - The Music Ninja

"Josh Gilligan is a talented up and comer with a smooth voice and a knack for catchy arrangements."
- My Folking Heart

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General Ghost's Mr. Hawking Video

Okay, so, yesterday I posted about General Ghost's EP on Noisetrade.com. Check out their acoustic version of Mr. Hawking. 

SO AWESOME! 

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General Ghost: If Then

WHAT I SAY ABOUT THEM

The eerie ghost like synth mixed with the pads and acoustics  are amazing! "I'd rather fail every time then to know I never tried...." AMAZING!! Okay I definitely recommend you download this EP right now!! GO!! Happy Birthday to me... I got some new music! 

WHAT THEY SAY ABOUT THEM

Just like Give Me To The Waves, we made IF THEN because we have things to get off of our chest. These songs are written to ourselves just as much as they are written to anyone else. We try to write and record our EP's quickly so that we can't over think what we're doing. This is where we are right now. Hope you like this record and continue to follow us and listen as we put out music often. Check out this video about IF THEN: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TxFBQgmBtkw

For fans of Arcade Fire, Death Cab For Cutie, Coldplay, Pedro The Lion

Newsboys: God's Not Dead Video

I just love the Newsboys!! Here is their video "God's Not Dead"!

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Joy Ike: All of Nothing

What I Say About Her

I really like Joy's music. The minute the sample came on I was humming along and tapping my foot. What great lyrics and catchy melody. This is such a great album. If you haven't already gone out and got it then you need to do so now! GO! I mean it!! GOOOOOOO!!

What They Say About Her

Joy Ike has been compared to the likes of Corinne Bailey Rae, Norah Jones, and Regina Spektor. Her honest, bittersweet songwriting has earned her the opportunity to open for national touring acts, including Deas Vail, Butterfly Boucher, Tyrone Wells, Najee, Chrisette Michelle, and Jeffrey Gaines.
Ike's music has appeared on Relevant Magazine's The Drop, and various NPR affiliates in the northeast. A write-up on NPR's All Things Considered says "The depth of subjects she tackles in her poetic lyrics are perfectly complemented by a unique blend of neo-soul, with just the right dash of pop...a truly compelling act to watch in person, with the ability to create an intimate setting in locations big and small."

Produced by Saul Simon MacWilliams (Ingrid Michaelson, Beasts of a Southern Wild soundtrack).
All or Nothing Releases Jan 22, 2013. For fans of Brooke Waggoner, Ingrid Michaelson, Regina Spektor, Butterfly Boucher, Sam & Ruby

To download this EP from Joy Ike, visit Noistrade.com here:
http://www.noisetrade.com/joyike/everything-you-have-single


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Walk Off the Earth: I knew you were trouble remake

Walk Off The Earth's remake of "I knew you were trouble"!
I just can't get enough of this band! They make my life so much better. :)

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