The Donkeys Reviewed by Hold Steady’s Craig Finn
The Donkeys‘ latest album, Ride The Black Wave was recently reviewed by Hold Steady frontman Craig Finn (who discloses his fandom). He breaks down the clear California streaks on the album as well as his connection to their music, including the fact that John Darnielle of the Mountain Goats was the person who introduced him to the band’s […]
Fishing – “Chi Glow” Music Video
Australian duo Fishing released their debut album Shy Glow last week. The single, “Chi Glow,” was paired with a trance-like music video featuring the two members, Russell Fitzgibbon and Doug Wright, along with Aussie rapper Marcus the Whale, chowing down on some chow mein. Watch the video below. The album was made an official add to CMJ by KAOS, KBUT, […]
Tom The Lion – “Ragdoll” Music Video
Watch Tom The Lion‘s music video for “Ragdoll” off his latest album Sleep. The dark and open setting evokes the underlying grace of the track. Sleep has been on the CMJ Top 200 chart for three weeks, help support this album so it can stay on the chart! Watch the video below:
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Donkeys – Noisey Interview – New Peak at CMJ
The Donkeys recently sat down with Kyle Kramer from Noisey for a great interview about the new album Ride The Black Wave, their songwriting process, their label, and what it’s like to be married and in a band. Noisey praised their latest, saying, “It’s a perfect summer album, for those days when the warm weather seems […]
Rodrigo Amarante – LA Times Feature for World Cup – New Peak at CMJ
Rodrigo Amarante was recently part of a feature done by the LA Times that highlighted various Brazilian artists in honor of the World Cup. “It’s a record that will hook you from the start: ‘Nada Em Vao’ floats in like an errant bubble.” The write-up discusses his newest release Cavalo and can be read in full here. Rodrigo […]
Kan Wakan – “Like I Need You” Music Video Premiere
Kan Wakan‘s latest music video showcases the band’s textural sound in a visual setting. The song “Like I Need You” is only enhanced after viewing the video, as the dark but subdued colors and cinematography engages the viewer & suites the track. Check out the video below. Kan Wakan‘s debut album Moving On saw debuts […]
Mia Dyson PopMatters & Performer Magazine Reviews – US Tour
Mia Dyson‘s newest album Idyllwild was recently the subject of a PopMatters album review. “There’s a dreamy sway to ‘Growing Up’, which dampened the roots dust of the track into something swampier.” The full review can be found here. Performer Magazine also called the new release “nothing short of extraordinary.” Visit the digital issue of […]
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Happy Canada Day – Music Video Playlist
In celebration of Canada Day, we rounded up some of our favorite music videos from our current crop of Canadian artists. Here’s to a happy holiday to all our Canadian stations!
Fishing Going For Adds
As summer officially rolls on, be sure to check out the tropical bliss of Fishing‘s debut album Shy Glow! Sydney-based Fishing, composed of beatmaking duo Russell Fitzgibbon and Doug Wright, are finally releasing their debut album, Shy Glow. The group has released multiple singles and remixed tracks for artists such as Flume, Cloud Control, Teen Daze, Dominant Legs & Alpine; but have […]
The Donkeys – Soundblab Review – New Peak at CMJ
The Donkey‘s latest release Ride The Black Wave is filled with plenty of songs to compliment the summer mood. It’s a breezy indie rock record that gives you every reason to get outside and enjoy the sunshine. Soundblab recently wrote an excellent review of the album’s masterful sound, noting nostalgia for the 60’s and 70’s. The review […]
Tom The Lion – Rough Trade ‘Album of the Month’ – Debut at CMJ
While Tom The Lion‘s latest release Sleep steadily climbs the CMJ charts, he has also been gaining momentum outside of radio. The debut full-length was tapped by Rough Trade as their Album of the Month, citing the music’s heightened emotions, vivid storytelling, and musicianship as its most stunning attributes. Layered with bold drums and soaring guitars, each […]
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David Gray – Mutineers (iht Records) Rodrigo Amarante – Cavalo (Easy Sound Recording Company) The Black Keys – Turn Blue (Nonesuch) Mia Dyson – Idyllwild (The Co-Op / Black Door) Kan Wakan – Moving On (Verve)
New Music From Fishing
Sydney-based Fishing, composed of beatmaking duo Russel Fitzgibbon and Doug Wright, is finally back with a fresh batch of glossy tracks. Their debut album, Shy Glow, is filled with blissful, tropical sounds – a perfect summer soundtrack. The bouncy, enticing opening track “Recoup” creates a world of warm textures and rich, vivid colors. Shy Glow […]
Kan Wakan “Moving On” – Groundsounds Review
Kan Wakan‘s latest album, Moving On, showcases the band’s breathtakingly innovative and orchestral sound at its best. The multifaceted and intricate sound captured on the album somehow maintains a sense of delicacy and containment. With flawless composition and production, Moving On is a feat that Kan Wakan should be immensely proud of. Groundsounds explores and […]
Papercuts “Life Among The Savages” – MOJO & The Line of Best Fit Review
Jason Quever‘s Papercuts continues to receive praise for Life Among The Savages in reviews from MOJO and The Line Of Best Fit. MOJO praises the album, as a “gorgeously appointed escape from rock’n’roll’s habitual savagery,” while The Line of Best Fit says the album “is the perfect example of why alternative pop music still has […]
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The Donkeys – Ride The Black Wave (Easy Sound Recording Company) David Gray – Mutineers (iht Records) Rodrigo Amarante – Cavalo (Easy Sound Recording Company) Mia Dyson – Idyllwild (The Co-Op / Black Door) Tom The Lion – Sleep (Verve)
David Gray Going For Adds
David Gray returns with his first full-length album in nearly 4 years, fostering a mature and expansive approach to his songwriting. Teaming up with producer Andy Barlow, Mutineers draws from the rich textures found in 1998’s highly successful White Ladder, while taking production and vocal performance to unprecedented levels. According to Gray, the collaboration with Barlow […]
The Donkeys – The Line Of Best Fit Review – Debut at CMJ
The Donkeys‘ latest release, Ride the Black Wave, shimmers with the band’s delicate, dusty instrumentals and their hazy vocals. The Line Of Best Fit recently reviewed the album, exploring the influences and appeal of The Donekys‘ signature, Southern California sound – “As well as having one of the best names in modern music, The Donkeys […]
