Elvis Perkins

This one will make you tap...another kick ass band recommendation by dirty Adair.

"Doomsday" by Elvis Perkins

The Polyamorous Affair

Outta nowhere I just so happen to take a look at the lineup at The Echo... and bam, dope ass groves.

"Nightlife" by The Polyamorous Affair

Future Islands

Love the band...but mostly the proposed album art designed by Ryan Adair, check out his site and blog.

"Pinnochio" by Future Islands

Bishop Allen

Another one of those slow jams that have been boiling on my speakers for the past couple of weeks. A lot of Bishop Allen's stuff has a wonderful indie quality about it... it's catchy and off-beat. Busted Heart is also another favorite off the Charm School album... who knows I'll probably post it tomorrow.

"Bishop Allen Drive" by Bishop Allen

The Brian Jonestown Massacre

I've been planning on diving into this bands extensive catalogue for years now but I guess you could say I haven't been in the mood. I ran across this little gem, that's getting me motivated, on pandora after I created a station for The Dutchess and The Duke. Bam that's one bad ass start. Listen a couple of times when your feeling confident and relaxed. Yeeeeeaaahhh baby.

"Feel So Good" by The Brian Jonestown Massacre

Atlas Sounds

It's kinda catchy, in an ambient way. Shhheeeeeeeeeeeelliiiaaaaaa. I took me a while but I made it.

"Shelia" by Atlas Sounds

Washed Out

There's something that slowly grew on me with this one. Still not sure and I can't place my finger on it, but I keep coming back to it. Not a typical jam that I'd normally play but figured it was worth sharing.

"New Theory" by Washed Out

Dead Man's Bones

Just one more reason why Ryan Gosling rules.

"Lose Your Soul" by Dead Man's Bones

The Drums

Straight outta a place called "the bomb ass shit"... I ran across them attending this local residency at, yup you guessed it, Spaceland. Haven't been able to get this song outta my head. It's your new favorite whistling song.

"Let's Go Surfing" by The Drums

The Impossible Shapes

After D&D I'm on this mellow kick and found this one on Pandora. Of course it's on loop and I'm up to 45 plays between my computer and ipod. I'm currently looking into their new album, and I'm sure if I approve you'll get a lick.

"Pan-Ther" by The Impossible Shapes

The Dutchess & And The Duke

Second posting from this band...gonna see them live and am pretty fucking stoked...enjoy yourself.

"Hands" by The Dutchess & And The Duke

Rain Machine

Give it a listen. If you like TV then you'll probably be able to handle this. I can dig it...it's got a little of an off-beat feel.

"Give Blood" by Rain Machine

Miles Benjamin Anthony Robinson

I had the privileged of see this guy after coming back and listening to his first album over and over all year.  He played and Spaceland so you can be sure I got my shit together and got there.  I happened to have come across this song I had overlooked for far too long.  Grab some good head phones and eliminate all distractions, you won't be disappointed.  It's starts slow and finishes hard.

"Mountaineerd" by Miles Benjamin Anthony Robinson

Built To Spill

Built To Spill has a new album out that I have yet to delve into. So of course I'll bring it back a bit to my favorite. Just listen to them strings.

"The Car" by Built To Spill

Fleetwood Mac

I know what you're thinking. I've never been able to get into Fleetwood Mac, probably for the sole purpose of Stevie Nicks...but when I was informed of the amazing blues roots that their original guitarist brought to the table, I was blown away. And there's no way you can't tell me that it doesn't sound like Caleb Followill

"Show-Biz Blues" by Fleetwood Mac

Frijid Pink

An epic ballad that grabs your guts.

"God Gave Me You" by Frijid Pink

The Beau Brummels

A friend of mine that I hold in very high regard when it comes to music recently threw a couple of gems my direction and are on loop in my car. Oldies but amazings.

"Not Too Long Ago" by The Beau Brummels

The XX

Didn't really have any inclination to listen to this band until my buddy highly recommended giving it a good listen. Needless to say it did grow on me. It's a little slow but has a tickle of enchantment.

"Basic Space" by The XX

Empire Of The Sun

Had to throw in one more. Dopeness

"Breakdown" by Empire Of The Sun

White Denim

I discovered these guys a couple of years ago when they released their ep and a kick ass song "I Can Tell." I was hooked but couldn't find anything else they had released. Then low and behold I stumble upon their full lp. Needless to say I'm not disappointed.

"I Start To Run" by White Denim

Yacht

A very intelligent man recommended I listen to this today...It blew my fucking mind.

"Summer Song" by Yacht

The Only Ones

This is just another one of those old jams that rock...roll down the windows and blast that shit...I dare you.

"Another Girl Another Planet" by The Only Ones

Spoon

In general, Spoons never really been able to pick up my skirt...but I did come across this jam that sort of stands out...hell, why not.

"Got Nuffin" by Spoon

She Keeps Bees

Respect the lesbian rock. It's so empowering. Relax.

"Release" by She Keeps Bees

Mt. St. Helens Vietnam Band

Just one of those bands that sort of grew on me...I gave them a chance and you should to.

"Albatross, Albatross, Albatross" by Mt. St. Helens Vietnam Band

Kitty, Daisy, & Lewis

Pop and lock...The bare bones and the heart and soul of music.

"Going Up The Country" by Kitty, Daisy, & Lewis

Karen O and the Kids

I haven't seen the movie yet but I feel though it's safe to say that Karen O can join the ranks of the elite motion picture soundtrack artists. Prince doing Purple Rain and Bon Jovi doing the Young Guns II soundtrack are two of my favorite albums of all time, nope I'm not high. I'm ecstatic to venture through this movie with Karen O and Spike Jonze at the helm.

"All Is Love" by Karen O and the Kids

Girls

This jam gives me that upbeat warm feeling that coincides with the likes of The Shout Out Louds and Peter Bjorn & John.

"Lust For Life" by Girls

Empire Of The Sun

With a bit of MGMT, I hate to compare, Empire Of The Sun has another off beat electro sound. What's even better are the video's for their singles. Don't get too freaked out.

"Standing On The Shore" by Empire Of The Sun

The Cave Singers

This one has a very mysterious feel but at the same time remains upbeat and catchy. This is off their debut and I'm still checking out their recently released new LP.

"Dancing On Our Graves" by The Cave Singers

Devendra Banhart

A very intoxicating song. There's something so eerie and peaceful about this song. Loving the folk.

"Insect Eyes" by Devendra Banhart

Paul McCartney

Paul McCartney does have many gems. This is one of them I happened to run across as I was seeking out the "100 must have albums." So as I find other songs that rock I'm all over it. I first became obsessed with Paul's solo career with a little diddy called "Maybe I'm Amazed."

"Oh Woman, Oh Why" by Paul McCartney

The Kinks

I just love this song. It's uplifting and helps me think about what great things might be coming my way. It should do the same for you.

"This Time Tomorrow" by The Kinks

Flamin' Groovies

Didn't hear about this band that has been around for almost 40 years. You got to love the lyric, "she's a teenage love machine." It speaks of the beginnings of the era in so many ways.

"Teenage Head" by Flamin' Groovies

The Gossip

One of the most powerful voices you have heard in a while. I was lucky enough to see them almost 5 years ago and couldn't believe what an amazing show. I wanted to celebrate their new album out by tossing in a classic.

"Standing In The Way Of Control" by The Gossip

The Animals

I've been diving into some older albums to try and find those gems that have eluded me for all these years. Well...I found one thanks to a guy that handed me The Animals Retrospective album. I immediate new even before the lyrics kicked in she was a good one. Saaaaandooz

"A Girl Named Sandoz" by The Animals

HTRK

Not sure how to explain this but I just love the sound and subtlety of the lyrics. I think they are extremely new so try and find their stuff and let me know. Ha.

"Ha" by HTRK

TAB The Band

Found these guys through a beer chuggin' friend. They do rule and have an almost hard nerd rock sound to them with a hint of blues. And I say nerd rock only because some of their lyrics, but they still rock. And besides what doesn't rule about Weezers first and second albums. So relax.

"Looking Pretty, Pretty" by TAB The Band

Bush Tetras

There are three great things that came out of the 80's: Myself, the return of the leotard, and this song. This is one of those songs I'd classify under "sexy."

"Snakes Crawl"(Burglar Tom Edit) by Bush Tetras

Wreckless Eric

Speak of the devil. This speaks for itself.

"Whole Wide World" by Wreckless Eric

Kleenex Girl Wonder

Just found this band the other day and I keep going back to this song. It got this gritty college sound to it that works great while driving. For some reason it reminds me of "Whole Wide World." Perhaps because I want to scream it at the top of my fucking lungs. "And the future might look quit horrid, but the truth is that I don't mind"

"Tendency Right Foot Forward" by Kleenex Girl Wonder

Grizzly Bear

I've know about these guys for a bit, but was never really in the mood to listen. They have a melodic sound that sort of weaves you through a peaceful journey that I wasn't ready to go on. This song caught my attention because of the title, then listening to it created this haunting reality. It's a wicked story, one that's probably all too real. And besides the guitar riff is amazing.

"He Hit Me" by Grizzly Bear

The Dutchess & The Duke

On the same note as yesterday...had to throw this in. I found them last year but never actually had any of their music. I made it a point to finally make it happen.

"Reservoir Park" by The Dutchess & The Duke

Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros

Just a good ol' fashion uplifting folk song that only took two listens...now i'm up to about 20 for the day.

"Home" by Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros

Vitalic

This song kicks ass...you know what's almost better than the song...the video.

"My Friend Dario" by Vitalic



Dope, right?

The Datsuns

Not too sure about their other albums...but I'll vouch for the first one.

"Lady" by The Datsuns

The White Stripes

Yeah yeah, I get it. The White Stripes, what's the big deal anymore? We'll besides still raising the hairs on my neck and making me air drum like an asshole, this jam brings the house every time. And remember, I'm trying to play you songs you haven't really listened to.

"Hand Springs" by The White Stripes

Broken Social Scene

Why not use the song that got me pumped for this band and kept me coming back for more. It might take a couple of listens but it's most certainly on my Death List.

"Cause = Time" by Broken Social Scene

Interpol

I think everyone has heard of Interpol nowadays. 1st album, 2nd song...hooked. Just like the lyrics say "semi-erotic".

"Evil" by Interpol

Swan Lake

Besides recognizing the voice, you should also recognize that you probably are about to get your heart pulled from your chest. Not from their most recent album but it's one that I continually return to just to hear the line "All fires have to burn alive, to live".

"All Fires" by Swan Lake

Kasper Bjørke

This is some remix that I just listened to over and over one night as I was working till dawn. I think it's worth sharing. You know those electro jams that just seem to continue to push you forward, here it is.

"Doesn't Matter" by Kasper Bjørke