it all falls apart

I have been a huge fan of Ra Ra Riot for some time now, (and even did a previous entry on them). This rock band from Syracuse has received a ton of praise for both their albums and live shows. I just came across some live video of them on Pitchfork and thought I would share with you all. I'm a fan of every track on their newest album, The Rhumb Line, but my standouts are Can You Tell and Dying is Fine.

Enjoy!

Setlist:

1) St. Peter's Day Festival



2) Can You Tell



3) Dying is Fine



4) Oh, La

we are always running for the thrill of it

Empire Of The Sun - Walking On A Dream -

How can I explain
Talking to myself
Will I see again

We are always running for the thrill of it thrill of it
Always pushing up the hill searching for the thrill of it
On and on and on we are calling out and out again
Never looking down I’m just in awe of what’s in front of me

Is it real now
When two people become one
I can feel it
When two people become one

Thought I’d never see
The love you found in me
Now it’s changing all the time
Living in a rhythm where the minutes working overtime

Catch me I’m falling down
Catch me I’m falling down

Don’t stop just keep going on
I’m your shoulder lean upon
So come on deliver from inside
All we got is tonight that is right till first light

there's something in the air tonight

Cut Copy was one of my favorite new groups to listen to in 2008. Their awesomely delicious electronica album, In Ghost Colours, has been on non-stop for the last month or so. Their CD was also on a number of "Best of 2008" lists across the internet and print. If you haven't taken a listen yet, now is your chance. While they have a little flavor of 80's synthesized goodness, they've created a style of electronica all their own. Take a listen...and boogie.

Hearts On Fire - Cut Copy

Out There On The Ice - Cut Cop...

if you were here, winter wouldn't pass so slow

I can't believe I haven't written an entry on Ra Ra Riot. Their album, The Rhumb Line, was absolutely my most listened to album of 2008. These guys hail from Syracuse and have been gaining more popularity throughout the indie world, rightfully so. It appears I wasn't the only one out there that loved their album either. I also got a chance to see these guys with Walter Meego at The Bowery Ballroom in October, and they put on a really fun show. I can't say enough good stuff about these guys, just check 'em out.

Dying is Fine

Winter '05

Too Too Too Fast

**I just discovered this new remix of "Ghost Under Rocks," it's great. Especially for anyone who digs electronica stuff.

Ghost Under Rocks (Passion Pit Remix)

i'm in love with your honor

Bon Iver had one hell of a year in 2008, topping best of lists across the internet and magazines. As 2009 has crept upon us, he is already back with a few new tunes for everyone to obsess over, again. His new EP, Blood Bank, is a 4 track treat. Not sure when he will be releasing a full LP, but this is a great way to start the new year.

Blood Bank

that was when I ruled the world

The ever so well-known Coldplay has finally released their fourth album, entitled Viva La Vida. After being disappointed with their last album, X&Y, I was unsure what to expect from this four-some. After a few listens to the new album, I'm pleasantly surprised. The title track is definitely one of my favorites. You may have heard a clip from their ITunes commercial, but it only gives a taste of the full track. Viva la music boys.


Viva La Vida

say oh

so I was lucky enough to discover a fun indie band called Vampire Weekend, this weekend. They are a young and fresh four-some from New York. Their self titled debut has been getting rave reviews all over the internet, which sparked my own interest in the band. This CD is a fun and fantastic mix of indie-pop that will get anyone moving. Their Myspace has a few tracks from the album as well, if you want a taste. These guys may have released their album this winter, but this seems more like a fun album for the coming spring/summer months.

Cape Cod Kwassa Kwassa


and the video for "A-Punk", their first single. how fun.