Here are a few honorable mentions on the list this year that were a bit lesser-known, in my opinion, and I think they deserve the new spins treatment. Check 'em out if you can.
T Hardy Morris Audition Tapes (Dangerbird Spain)
Dead Confederate founder's solo debut. This record is a strong set of songs that range from folk, alt country, rock; and it's all pretty accessible. He has a unique voice (think Delta Spirit), and inhabits the even-paced songs very naturally. This is probably my favorite one of the above four. The more I listen to it, the more I think it should've made the top ten.
Dead Confederate founder's solo debut. This record is a strong set of songs that range from folk, alt country, rock; and it's all pretty accessible. He has a unique voice (think Delta Spirit), and inhabits the even-paced songs very naturally. This is probably my favorite one of the above four. The more I listen to it, the more I think it should've made the top ten.
Dent May Warm Blanket (Paw Tracks)
2012 found him an honorable mention too, and this 2013 LP is equally strong. On the surface, this one is a bit weird. His voice is syrupy sweet, like discount cough medicine. The arrangements sometimes have a George Harrison feel (see "Do I Cross Your Mind?") Overall, though, a very hypnotic and unique record that lingers if you give it a shot.
Diane Coffee My Friend Fish (Western Vinyl)
The drummer from Foxygen has some pipes. There's lots of the throwback qualities that band employs here, and a bit of it's sense of humor, too. The mix has a nice open sound, and you can pick out all the little extras. This record reminds me a bit of RAM that way, and it's probably why I like it so much. This guy is pretty impressive and seems like a bit of a weirdo. That's cool, though.
Generationals Heza (Polyvinyl)
Discovered this one when I was ordering Of Montreal's new one from Polyvinyl. I guess you'd call this 'indie' rock. Lots of synth editions, but pretty straightforward throughout. The opening track "Spinoza" has so much energy, it had me starting the thing over every time. In that, I found a catchy, memorable record that I never tired of.
Generationals Heza (Polyvinyl)
Discovered this one when I was ordering Of Montreal's new one from Polyvinyl. I guess you'd call this 'indie' rock. Lots of synth editions, but pretty straightforward throughout. The opening track "Spinoza" has so much energy, it had me starting the thing over every time. In that, I found a catchy, memorable record that I never tired of.
No comments:
Post a Comment