Feels Like: Major Lazer, Katy Perry, MØ
While not a part of Viceroy's amazing "Jet Life" series (which we covered here and here), Viceroy's take on Lady Gaga's "Applause" has all the glassy, tropical elements we've come to expect from him. Much like Major Lazer, Viceroy appropriates third-world elements (Reggae guitars, Reggaeton horn blasts) and weaves them seamlessly into pop-dance backdrops. He's taken a song that wasn't quite as punch-y as Lady Gaga's past hits, and given it the extra oomph it needed.
Monday, September 30, 2013
Cold War Kids - Tuxedos

Feels like: Arcade Fire, Family of the Year, Bombay Bicycle Club
New video for "Tuxedos" by Cold War Kids. A nice watch to go along with a great song.
Yo Nashville: WHAT UP ENGLISH - Does It Make Me Cruel

Feels like: Sol Cat, Reptar, The Strokes, Cub Sport, The Elwins, Walk the Moon
Check out this hot new single sure to get a little dance in your pants.
Yo Nashville is a segment in which we highlight artists from here in Music City U.S.A.
Friday, September 27, 2013
Rizzle Kicks - Down With The Trumpets

Feels like: Gorillaz, The Asteroids Galaxy Tour, RDGLDGRN, Hilltop Hoods, The Streets
You're going to like this one. It's got Fifa all over it, and just in time for the weekend. Enjoy it and pass it on, because, you know, you're generous like that.
Thursday, September 26, 2013
Under the Covers: HAIM - Wrecking Ball (Miley Cyrus Cover)
Feels Like: Janelle Monae's "Primetime," Solange, Sinead O'Connor
HAIM have covered "Wrecking Ball." They did it with all their clothes on. There is no actual wrecking ball in the video. It will cause no controversy. It's still pretty great.
HAIM have covered "Wrecking Ball." They did it with all their clothes on. There is no actual wrecking ball in the video. It will cause no controversy. It's still pretty great.
Labels:
Haim,
Janelle Monae,
Miley Cyrus,
Music Blog,
Nashville,
Primetime,
Rowdy,
Sinead O'Connor,
Solange,
under the covers,
Wrecking Ball
Tanlines - All of Me / Not the Same

Feels like: Tiny Victories, Crystal Fighters, Phantogram, Dirty Gold, Polica, Vacationer, Houses
Can't believe I haven't posted about Tanlines yet. They have multiple songs that are always in my mixes, and I think once you give them a hearhaw you will seesaw them into your life.
Labels:
all of me,
Crystal Fighters,
dirty gold,
Houses,
Miguel,
not the same,
Phantogram,
Polica,
Tanlines,
Tiny Victories,
vacationer
Wednesday, September 25, 2013
Jagwar Ma - Come Save Me [Flight Facilities Remix]

Feels like: Moby but like really epic Moby, Jinja Safari, Toro y Moi, Amadou & Miriam, TV on the Radio
Just a great remix of an already great song by Jagmar Ma. If you can read this, you can listen to that, so just do it.
Tuesday, September 24, 2013
Bronze Radio Return - Shake Shake Shake

Feels like: Milo Greene, Family of the Year, The Mowglis, Youngblood Hawke, Little Green Cars
Day: Tuesday
Feeling: Sleepy
Prescription: 1 dose of BRR aurally. Rinse. Repeat.
Monday, September 23, 2013
Tegan and Sara - Closer

Feels like: Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Metric, Walk the Moon
You miss those 80's flicks that most assuredly had Molly Ringwald or one of the Corey's? Of course you do. And to get you back in that mood comes a little help from Tegan and Sara. I had the pleasure of seeing them open for Fun. last night at Fontanel, and let me tell you, the show was amazing.
Labels:
closer,
corey feldman,
corey haim,
fontanel,
Fun.,
metric,
Miguel,
molly ringwald,
tegan and sara,
Walk the Moon,
yeah yeah yeahs
Thursday, September 19, 2013
Under the Covers: Joy Kills Sorrow - Such Great Heights (The Postal Service Cover)
Feels Like: Iron Horse, Good Graeff, Old Crow Medicine Show
The Americana Music Awards were last night and that means a weekend full of showcases and great live music here in Nashville. Last night, I saw the Lone Bellow, the Infamous Stringdusters, Drew Holcomb and the Neighbors, Ed Helms' Bluegrass situation (yep, that Ed Helms), and new comers like this band all under one roof. Joy Kills Sorrow performed their cover of The Postal Service's "Such Great Heights," and while others have covered this song before, this version definitely deserves its place in the canon.
The Americana Music Awards were last night and that means a weekend full of showcases and great live music here in Nashville. Last night, I saw the Lone Bellow, the Infamous Stringdusters, Drew Holcomb and the Neighbors, Ed Helms' Bluegrass situation (yep, that Ed Helms), and new comers like this band all under one roof. Joy Kills Sorrow performed their cover of The Postal Service's "Such Great Heights," and while others have covered this song before, this version definitely deserves its place in the canon.
Wednesday, September 18, 2013
Ben L'Oncle - Soulman
Sounds Like: St. Paul and the Broken Bones, Mayer Hawthorne, Raphael Saadiq
Shout out goes to Sister brethrenita (completely fictional word) Chloe on this one. Ben L'Oncle is a french native soul singer. Always sporting the classic bow tie, Ben was fittingly given his nickname from the uncanny similarity he shared with Uncle Ben of Uncle Ben's Rice. The name has been flipped to spare the copyright fiasco, but since then Ben has since then charmed the French charts with his smooth soulful sound. Chloe came across an english version and said I had to share. So here it guy, Ben L'Oncle with Soulman.
Runnin' - David Dallas

Feels like: The Streets, RDGLDGRN, Kanye West, Statik Selektah, Gorillaz
Oh boy, I hit the jackpot this week. Fifa 2014 soundtrack came out and this is one of my favorites on that list so far. Just a good old fashioned bouncer.
Labels:
Fifa,
Gorillaz. david dallas,
Kanye West,
Miguel,
rdgldgrn,
runnin,
Statik Selektah,
The Streets
Tuesday, September 17, 2013
James Blake - Life Round Here (Remix Feat. Chance the Rapper)
Feels Like: Ghostpoet, Kendrick Lamar, Drake
Two of my favorite artists got together and did something great. "Life Round Here" was one of my favorites from Blakes's Overgrown and Chance's Acid Rap is up there with the best rap albums of the year. Throw the two together and you got yourself a soulful gem of a song. And yes, that's a picture of the two riding around the English countryside in a Chevy Impala.
Two of my favorite artists got together and did something great. "Life Round Here" was one of my favorites from Blakes's Overgrown and Chance's Acid Rap is up there with the best rap albums of the year. Throw the two together and you got yourself a soulful gem of a song. And yes, that's a picture of the two riding around the English countryside in a Chevy Impala.
Labels:
Acid Rap,
Chance the Rapper,
Drake,
Ghostpoet,
James Blake,
Kendrick Lamar,
Life Round Here,
Music Blog,
Nashville,
Overgrown,
Rowdy
Spazzkid - Getting to Know You
Feels Like: POP ETC, The Postal Service, Breathe Owl Breathe
LA/Tokyo/Manilla-based electronic Spazzkid has an ill-fitting name. I was expecting glitchy, Diplo-esque freakouts. What I got was melodic, downtempo electro-pop. Hushed vocals, full drums, and catchy chimes rule in this late-night jam. Also, the sporadic laughs are just enough of an organic touch to pull this one out of that recycled-air vibe that traps so many electronic artists.
LA/Tokyo/Manilla-based electronic Spazzkid has an ill-fitting name. I was expecting glitchy, Diplo-esque freakouts. What I got was melodic, downtempo electro-pop. Hushed vocals, full drums, and catchy chimes rule in this late-night jam. Also, the sporadic laughs are just enough of an organic touch to pull this one out of that recycled-air vibe that traps so many electronic artists.
MGMT - Cool Song No. 2

Feels like: Yeasayer, Portugal. The Man, Kanye West, Husky
Omar coming! Omar coming! O man, I love Omar from "The Wire" and seeing him in MGMT's newest video was quite a treat. For however weird this video is, it still is very Wire-esque. I hope you enjoy the new song as well, which feels like MGMT singing over a beat from "Yeezus".
Labels:
cool song no. 2,
husky,
Kanye West,
MGMT,
Miguel,
omar,
Portugal. The Man,
the wire,
Yeasayer,
yeezus
Monday, September 16, 2013
Yo Nashville: Magnolia Sons - How Can I Get Over You?
Feels Like: Aloe Blacc, Mayer Hawthorne, Jamie Lidell
Mix one part hot sun, one part equally-hot asphalt and one part unlimited beer and you have the Beer Fest in the Gulch. Throw in the upbeat soul of the consistently-stellar Magnolia Sons and you really have a sweaty mess of a party. How do they wear those suits? Some questions may never be answered, but at least we can enjoy their soul stylings in the video for "How Can I Get Over You?"
Yo Nashville is a segment in which we highlight talent from right here in Music City U.S.A.
Mix one part hot sun, one part equally-hot asphalt and one part unlimited beer and you have the Beer Fest in the Gulch. Throw in the upbeat soul of the consistently-stellar Magnolia Sons and you really have a sweaty mess of a party. How do they wear those suits? Some questions may never be answered, but at least we can enjoy their soul stylings in the video for "How Can I Get Over You?"
Yo Nashville is a segment in which we highlight talent from right here in Music City U.S.A.
Yo Nashville: Sol Cat - Sea of Light
Local psychadelic troubadours Sol Cat have released the video for their track "Sea of Light," and it's clear they wanted the video to be a pretty literal translation.
Yo Nashville is a segment in which we highlight artists from here in Music City U.S.A.
Daft Punk - Lose Yourself to Dance

Feels like: Metronomy, Yuksek, Phantogram, Space Capone
Check out Daft Punk's newest video for "Lose Yourself to Dance". Because it's Monday. And your mama told you so.
Labels:
Daft Punk,
lose yourself to dance,
Metronomy,
Miguel,
Phantogram,
Space Capone,
Yuksek
Friday, September 13, 2013
Under the Covers: Kings of Leon - Dancing on My Own [Robyn Cover]

Feels like: The Weeks, The Killers
Friday and thank heavens. Ready for that weekend, but still at the grind of that day job? Check out this awesome cover of Robyn's "Dancing on My Own". Also check out the original below. New album "Mechanical Bull" from the Kings coming out in 11 days.
Labels:
Dancing On My Own,
Kings of Leon,
Mechanical Bull,
Miguel,
Robyn,
The Killers,
The Weeks
Thursday, September 12, 2013
Phantogram - Black Out Days

Feels like: Crystal Castles, The XX, Ratatat, Cults
Brand spanking new song from Phantogram, which means we are on the lookout for their new album on the horizon. See y'all at Live on the Green tonight.
Labels:
black out days,
crystal castles,
cults,
Live On The Green,
Miguel,
Phantogram,
the XX
Yo Nashville: The Weeks - Ain't My Stop
Feels Like: Kings of Leon, The Whigs, Little Green Cars
The Weeks are playing tonight at Live on the Green! While The Wild Feathers and Moon Taxi may put in strong showings, the real show will be Mississippi's finest. Having seen them a number of times, we assure you that they're the real thing. Their new album, Dear Bo Jackson, has been on heavy rotation for weeks (ha) and this stripped-down version of "Ain't My Stop" is mighty fine.
Yo Nashville is a segment in which we highlight local talent from here in Music City U.S.A.
The Weeks are playing tonight at Live on the Green! While The Wild Feathers and Moon Taxi may put in strong showings, the real show will be Mississippi's finest. Having seen them a number of times, we assure you that they're the real thing. Their new album, Dear Bo Jackson, has been on heavy rotation for weeks (ha) and this stripped-down version of "Ain't My Stop" is mighty fine.
Yo Nashville is a segment in which we highlight local talent from here in Music City U.S.A.
Wednesday, September 11, 2013
Kishi Bashi - It All Began With A Burst

Feels like: Everything Everything, Lord Huron, Vacationer, Reptar
Check out the new video for "It All Began With A Burst". Sooo good.
Tuesday, September 10, 2013
Man Man - Head On
Feels Like: Dr. Dog, Modest Mouse, Night Beds
Man Man released their fifth album, On Oni Pond today, and it's pretty great. While almost every song is a strange pop gem, lead single "Head On" is the kind that gets stuck in your head for days. With a breezy vibe and interesting instrumentation weaving in and out, "Head On" is all set for repeat listening.
Man Man released their fifth album, On Oni Pond today, and it's pretty great. While almost every song is a strange pop gem, lead single "Head On" is the kind that gets stuck in your head for days. With a breezy vibe and interesting instrumentation weaving in and out, "Head On" is all set for repeat listening.
Labels:
Dr. Dog,
Head On,
Man Man,
Modest Mouse,
Music Blog,
Nashville,
Night Beds,
On Oni Pond,
Rowdy
Monday, September 9, 2013
Eminim - Berzerk

Feels like: A whole lotta everything, Beastie Boys, Kendrick Lamar
Eminem is back, and if this video has anything to prove, it's...well, just a lot. For some reason I'm really digging this song and video to boot. Check it out.
Friday, September 6, 2013
Under the Covers: Vance Joy - Rolling in the Deep [Adele cover]

Feels like: a completely new song
I've been madly addicted to Jamie XX's "Rolling in the Deep" Remix with Childish Gambino [see below the video[the Jamie from the XX]]. That sort of became my original track for this, so this cover is so incredibly different and relaxing. I really like Vance Joy and I'm sure you will agree he has nothing but a bright future ahead of him.
Labels:
Adele,
Childish Gambino,
jamie xx,
Miguel,
rolling in the deep,
the XX,
under the covers,
vance joy
Dale Earnhardt Jr. Jr. - War Zone
Feels Like: Netherfriends, Tanlines, Andy Bull
Here's an upbeat one to send you into the weekend. The double Juniors are about to release their sophomore album, The Speed of Things, and "War Zone" is our first taste. It's A-game Dale Earnhardt Jr. Jr. featuring funky bass and instantly infectious melodies. Looking forward to this one.
Labels:
dale earnhardt jr. jr.,
Music Blog,
Nashville,
Netherfriends,
Rowdy,
Talking Heads,
Tanlines,
War Zone
Zero 7 - Don't Call It Love Feat. Tom Leonard
Feels Like: Mayer Hawthorne, Tourist, James Welsh
Although it appears Zero 7 have been pretty consistently releasing music, I haven't seen anything pop up from them in recent memory. "Don't Call It Love" definitely makes up for lost time. The slick, after-hours vibe combined with lyrics that fit the tone perfectly make for a low-down, basement lounge-y good time.
Although it appears Zero 7 have been pretty consistently releasing music, I haven't seen anything pop up from them in recent memory. "Don't Call It Love" definitely makes up for lost time. The slick, after-hours vibe combined with lyrics that fit the tone perfectly make for a low-down, basement lounge-y good time.
Labels:
Don't Call It Love,
James Welsh,
Mayer Hawthorne,
Music Blog,
Nashville,
Rowdy,
Tom Leonard,
Tourist,
Zero 7
Thursday, September 5, 2013
Cold War Kids - Bitter Poem

Feels like: Generationals, Alabama Shakes, Fitz and the Tantrums
Hey kids, head on out to Live on the Green tonight to see Leagues and Local Natives. Here's a new one from Cold War Kids that is very similar to the vibe you'll get later tonight. See y'all there.
London Grammar - Metal and Dust
Feels Like: Florence and the Machine, The xx, Ellie Goulding
So I'm a little late on the London Grammar train, but here it goes. London Grammar hails from, you guessed it, London. Their music is sweeping, electronic-tinged pop and would probably get lost in the sea of this type of music that's pouring in from the UK if it wasn't a step above the rest. Jump on it.
So I'm a little late on the London Grammar train, but here it goes. London Grammar hails from, you guessed it, London. Their music is sweeping, electronic-tinged pop and would probably get lost in the sea of this type of music that's pouring in from the UK if it wasn't a step above the rest. Jump on it.
Wednesday, September 4, 2013
Volcano Choir - Byegone
Feels Like: Sigur Ros, TV on the Radio, Cave Painting
Volcano Choir's second album Repave sounds like Bon Iver's Justin Vernon hitched a plane to Iceland, held the members of Sigur Ros at ax-point (Bon Iver don't do guns) and forced them to record an epic, sea-faring obsessed album. It's big, self-assured, and subtle in all the right places and you should listen to it now. Here's a taste with "Byegone" which features the heady line "With enough kief, you could really bore someone."
Volcano Choir's second album Repave sounds like Bon Iver's Justin Vernon hitched a plane to Iceland, held the members of Sigur Ros at ax-point (Bon Iver don't do guns) and forced them to record an epic, sea-faring obsessed album. It's big, self-assured, and subtle in all the right places and you should listen to it now. Here's a taste with "Byegone" which features the heady line "With enough kief, you could really bore someone."
Labels:
Bon Iver,
Byegone,
Music Blog,
Nashville,
Repave,
Rowdy,
Sigur Ros,
Tv on the radio,
Volcano Choir
Moby and Wayne Coyne - The Perfect Life

Feels like: Jagwar Ma, The Polyphonic Spree, The Flaming Lips
It's Wednesday people, and what better way to celebrate hump day than with an uplifting and joyous song from two of the best in the game.
Tuesday, September 3, 2013
Generationals - Put A Light On
Sounds Like: Dale Earnhardt Jr. Jr., STRFKR, Born Ruffians
Wow. It has been a hot summer minute since I have gotten a chance to get back to what makes me happy, that is sharing music with my friends. I know I may be a little behind the curve on the hype for the Generationals new album Heza, but I have been holding this in my back pocket for a reason. "Put A Light On" has these New Orleans native prototypical indie rockers grabbing your ear from the start and never letting go. The album plays out in a very similar manner. Use these waning moments of summer wisely and get your indie on with the Generationals' Heza here.
Wow. It has been a hot summer minute since I have gotten a chance to get back to what makes me happy, that is sharing music with my friends. I know I may be a little behind the curve on the hype for the Generationals new album Heza, but I have been holding this in my back pocket for a reason. "Put A Light On" has these New Orleans native prototypical indie rockers grabbing your ear from the start and never letting go. The album plays out in a very similar manner. Use these waning moments of summer wisely and get your indie on with the Generationals' Heza here.
Labels:
Born Ruffians,
dale earnhardt jr. jr.,
generationals,
Heza,
Music Blog,
Nashville,
Put A Light On,
Sean,
STRFKR
Under the Covers: Ellie Goulding - Mirrors (Justin Timberlake Cover)
Feels Like: Rhye, Banks, Lorde
Miss Goulding let loose her cover of JT's "Mirrors" today, and while it's not much of a departure from the original, it's still pretty great hearing Goulding singing arguably the best pop ballad of the year. Hearing her sing someone else's song also makes you realize how different her vocal inflections are. Every line is given a new angle and the acoustic-backing gives the song a great feel.
Miss Goulding let loose her cover of JT's "Mirrors" today, and while it's not much of a departure from the original, it's still pretty great hearing Goulding singing arguably the best pop ballad of the year. Hearing her sing someone else's song also makes you realize how different her vocal inflections are. Every line is given a new angle and the acoustic-backing gives the song a great feel.
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