While clearing out my inbox (8083+ unread emails, yikes) and staring out my office window into the hazy overcast of impending shitstorm, I came across this video of the super awesome Rock Yard shows that came into existence this summer as a welcomed throwback answer to the Jelly Pool Parties of ‘yore.
So get out your calendars and start marking down the days to Summer 2011– and for now, just get half-depressed and half-turned on by running girls in bikinis:
Remember that Chris Isaak video for “Wicked Game” that pretty much changed your life and made you sexually aware at the tender age of 5? Other than dripping pure sex, the reason why those shots worked were because of the complete inclusion into an intimacy that usually isn’t shared with strangers. In Violens newest video for “Acid Reign (‘In The Trees’ Mix)” we get a glimpse into another intimacy, but this time it’s the teary eyed Jorge Elbrecht “doing his best George Michael“. Or maybe he’s just sweaty… either way, we’re into it.
Earlier this summer, Here We Go Magic released Pigeons– a record heavy in a certain new wave dreaminess and experimental twang, like the opening line of the album’s first single, “Collector”, which succeeds in almost fooling us into believing we’re listening to a Fiery Furnaces song until, of course, a third syllable breaks loose.
It’s a bit of a different sound from what we’re used to hearing from the folk-infused orchestral pop favorites, but we’re not disappointed. And considering the first LP was recorded by Luke Temple all on his own before setting a full band in concrete, we’re not surprised either. Here We Go Magic are on a road to discovery, holding hands united down a path of decisions that will surely lead to a sound which grows with each release. Personally, we’re excited for them, not to mention ourselves as we reap the benefits of a band that’s nothing less than extraordinarily capable.
Besides, everyone I know is still pretty obsessed with “Fangela” so at least there’s a worst scenario.
Here We Go Magic will be playing with The Love Language at Bowery Ballroom on October 13th and we’ve got a pair of tickets for one lucky reader! Just comment below for your chance to win, and be sure to check out the video for “Collector” after the jump…
Remember back in June when we told you about Oh Land? Shortly after she played an amazing swell of songs at our Northside Festival showcase at Brooklyn Bowl to an unsuspecting crowd. Well, since then the Danish native has received rave reviews from pretty much everybody– from Nylon to Vogue, even becoming the face of M Missoni. How’s that for star power?
With her dreamy pop soundscapes and endearingly off-kilter stage presence, Oh Land is truly captivating. Howling intonations and crackling electro hooks have the power to transfix, while songs such as “Wolf & I” take you cautiously by the wrist affirming each track can be trusted. We longingly await the self-titled EP out in October on Epic Records, followed by a full-length debut in early 2011.
Luckily for you, this pretty little bird of song will be playing at Littlefield in Gowanus tomorrow night with Chicago’s Unicycle Loves You and Frances. And we wouldn’t be FREEwiliamsburg if we didn’t have a pair of tickets to giveaway to one of our favorite readers… Just comment below (using your real email address) and you’ll be entered to win a night of pure music joy.
And be sure to check out NYCtaper’s live recordings of Oh Land‘s Brooklyn Bowl performance if you need some convincing.
Missed Connections are usually just that, missed connections. When one sad and lonely loverboy or girl feel like there may have been some sparks in the air, hoping that the true love they met while too drunk to remember to introduce themselves may be scouring the internet in hopes to find said person’s declaration of lust.
met at coco66. you liked my rodman bulls jersey.
we talked about how the mc sucked, how it was straightup brostep at times.. then about public policy, mixed used development, rent-controlled housing.
we grabbed burritos and tequila at paquitos. you didnt eat your food
we got a cab back to my apt in williamsburg on Bedford.
i think we were too drunk to remember to get each other’s number.
Well, you’re in luck Dubstep princess, he thinks you’re awesome too. Now let’s cross our fingers and hope these two find each other once more. And remember, when you’re out there trying to get it in with the same person twice… you might want to exchange phone numbers in the morning.
By now, you all know our obsession with Twin Shadow‘s debut, Forget, set to release on Terrible Records on September 28th. And as if we needed another reason to swoon over the record, comes the premiere of the video for “Castles In The Snow” which for some reason feels like an intimate look into the lives of the cooler older brothers of the kids from They Shoot Horses– a 2004 video installation starring nine Palestinian young adults on a 7 hour disco dance marathon by English artist Phil Collins (not that Phil Collins). Check out the video via Pitchfork:
Be sure to catch Twin Shadow this Saturday 9/18 with Holy Fuck and Indian Jewelry at Le Poisson Rouge.
Yes, that’s right– our first installment of FREEwilly First Thursdays at Coco66 is tonight, and what better way to celebrate than giving away a pair of tickets to the show!?
I mean, free tickets or not, you wanna be there anyway. Check out this lineup:
The live performances will be followed by DJ sets from Beach Fossils, the perfect boys to say so long to summer with, and Ilijrana from Apache Beat. Not to mention the fabulous Whitney Fierce giving us hits to shake our rumps to all night long!
So head on over to the Facebook invite, RSVP and share it with your friends, and you could be the proud new owner of two tickets to tonight’s show.
We’re picking a winner at 3pm, so stay on your toes!
