Fantasies out April 14th. Check out “Collect Call” and “Satellite Mind” via myspace.
Derby & First
a diary of music & design
Monthly Archives: March 2009
Mar 31
Ida Maria “Oh My God”
Fortress Round My Heart out April 14th. Between “Oh My God,” “Stella” and “I Like You So Much Better When You’re Naked,” I’m not sure how she makes it though a whole set without loosing her voice - you have to admire her soul. Hot Toddy for the Norwegian please!
Mar 30
Fever Ray “If I had a heart”
Half of the Swedish electropop duo, The Knife, emotive melodies brought to you by Karin Dreijer Andersson. If Karin had a heart she wouldn’t have ditched her bro, Olof, for a vocal transformer…just kidding. Hopefully, they’ve sorted the break-up and have moved beyond sock puppet communication.
P.S. good call Jey @ MyUberlife
Fever Ray “If [...]
Mar 29
TWIN ATLANTIC “Audience and Audio”
I have a soft spot for Glasgow lads. But sans kilts?! C’mon guys! Rep Scotland ’til you die.
Gimme me a vodka/coke and a listen: Twin Atlantic - Audience And Audio
Mar 29
Dan Witz - 2009 Metal Grate Illusions
Witz’ 2009 series “In Plain View:” lookout for the creepy, ahem…unexpected installations in NYC, Charlotte, and New Orleans.
For more grate creations check Dan’s site.
Mar 28
Josh Reichmann and the Oracle Band “Shivering Black”
“Shivering Black EP” out April 21st.
Josh Reichmann and the Oracle Band “Shivering Black”
Mar 26
Bat for Lashes “Daniel”
I really still can’t decide if I like Natasha Khan - the first single, “Daniel” has finally grown on me but I’ve also heard its the highlight of “Two Suns” (available April 7th via Astralwerks).