The Clash

I was getting jerked around on the bus today while I was heading to work  when I realized that MIA's Paper Planes sampled the Clash's Straight to Hell.  I might be the only one who didn't know this so it came as a pretty weird surprise.  I actually thought a Paper Planes remix had been incorrectly labeled or I accidentally hit shuffle somehow, but that was not the case.  The discovery actually bothered me for a minute because I really dislike MIA and thought that she might have stole some of the Clash's thunder for the melody.  But Straight to Hell, while less poppy and dancy was a gem hiding in my ipod waiting to be found.  So here I am sharing it with you.  Enjoy.

This track is dedicated to a fellow fan of the Clash, Daveed.  Kill it up there, hombre.

gonz

Vibes of the Tribe

Here's some fresh original music for you guys!  I've been trying very hard to achieve that elusive production blend between the acoustic sounds that I love and the new age beat structures/ percussive rhythms that I find blissfully hypnotic.  Please check out my new song and share it if you enjoy what you're hearing!




On a side note: I'll be spinning/performing some music live at Avalon bar in Costa Mesa, Saturday May 4.  There will be an art showcase, lots of good tunes, and chill peeps to hang out with all night so come check it out!

Peter

French Cassettes

Every once in a while really cool things kinda happen and you just get really lucky.  I've been getting really lucky since I've moved to San Francisco (except for those fucking parking tickets) and that good fortune has manifested itself in the form of my living situation.  I mean, I share a dining room of a house with my stinky friend Charlie McCone, but the gold nugget fact of the matter is that a sick ass band called the French Cassettes also lives here.  Home is known as the Cat House and this place is always full of talented musicians jamming away in the living room.  The living room is synonymous with recording studio, which has been getting a lot of use as of late.  Since my room is literally on the other side of a curtain, I've been catching the tail end of the French Cassette's production of their newest album Gold Youth that is slated to be released this Summer 2013.  Now this isn't the first time I've heard the FC.  Way back in my college days I saw the Cassettes rock a crowd out in Isla Vista and a few of their well-known tracks called Radley and Mouth Drum really got people psyched.  Here's Mouth Drum below.

If you're even remotely into those bangin' jams you might shit your pants when you hear the sounds of Gold Youth.  I'm getting really stoked to listen to the final product and know that when all is said and done, the amount of effort and attention to detail these guys put into their music will surely pay off.  In recent news, the French Cassettes said goodbye to their former drummer and wish him the best in his future endeavors.  With a void to be filled, the FC are pleased to announce and welcome their new drummer, James/Jimbo J.   Though he doesn't think we hang out with any girls (because we don't) James' educational background in jazz drumming, top-notch drum-tastic technique, and many years as a drummer will only further lend to enhance the bands overall talent and future possibilities.  These guys are locked and cocked to blow your socks off so stay tuned for updates about French Cassettes' upcoming shows and their new album.  ALSO!  Be a lad/lass and like their Facebook page, they'ed really appreciate it.

Lead guitarist Mac Attack and fat

gonz 

Yeah Yeah Yeahs

Sacrilege 

Oh yeah yeah yeah!

gonz

FKJ

Mega shout out to Nancy!

Lying Together

Chiller killer.

gonz

Angel Olsen

So last night I was hanging with the French Cassettes at the Cat House and their new drummer, Jimbo James, busts out the new Angel Olsen mix.  He pops it in the cd player and after the first track I was immediately blown away.  Angel's got quite the voice.  Kind of a melodramatic Johnny Cash/ Quentin Tarantino massacre feeling that sounds so intense and feels invigorating.  I can't seem to find the song that really tooted my horn, but below are a few other very notable tunes.

When I make a surf edit, if I ever do, the one above is going to be playing in the background.



oh my shwing

Angel Olsen will be playing the Rickshaw Stop on Saturday April 6, 2013.

gonz

Jean Raw

What a nice Saturday it is going to be today.  The sky looks clear and the temp is crisp 58 degrees, perfect for some jams by an old friend I met in Spain.  Going by the name of Jean Raw, this stud is a native of Los Angeles, but derives his sound from years of travel throughout the world. Since returning to this home town of LA in December of 2012, he has started releasing the many gems that he had been keeping for his DJ sets. Be on the look-out for a handful of remixes and an original EP in the first two quarters of 2013.  Below are a few of my favorite tracks that Jean Raw has produced thus far and might I say, I enjoy them quite a bit.  

Hit up his soundcloud page and like his facebook page.  Oh! don't forget to grab those tracks, they're free to download on soundcloud.  Paz.

gonz

Enjoy

Let's talk about Enjoy.  So during my brief sabbatical that encompassed me moving to San Francisco I found this little nugglet titled Give Me Something.   Burger Records' soundcloud page is chalk full of siiiick tracks so check those guys out. Previously, we've posted a track by Enjoy in early December that I was really digging called Out of Sight, which really set the stage for Give Me Something to really get a picture of what the band is all about.  What Enjoy brings in their latest efforts is an cool and upbeat sound with punkish undertones.  I LIKE.  So much so I bought it off of their bandcamp page for 1 DOLLAR.  WHAT A STEAL!  It's a badass track that'll be sick to skate around town to.  Give it a listen. 

Give Me Something

 

yay I'm back!

-gonz

Milo Greene

1957 & Autumn Tree

I can't say enough good, actually great things, about this band. I first caught them when they opened for The Kooks in October of 2011 and for a local band opening at the Fox Theater, they had the whole crowd pumped up for a great show. This band is so energetic, giving it their all as their chemistry is reflected in their music playing. If you ever have a chance to catch this band live you will not want to miss them. And if you buy their CD or vinyl they will not hesitate to talk to you after the show and sign your merchandise. 1957 is their hit single which is the song that put them on the map in the indie music world but the other song that really shows you how talented each and everyone of the band members are is Autumn Tree. From beginning to end you get a feeling of nostalgia and just keep running through a series of emotions as the song transitions from verse to chorus. Take in each of these songs and look more into the band. Definitely recommend their self titled album. With that said, enjoy!

      -mario

One more thing, if you ever have time, check out their cover of Chicago by Sufjan Stevens. There is no official recording of the song but youtube has a few videos of them performing it live. Will not disappoint.

Yeah, she is clearly taken by yours truly ;)

Capital Cities

Safe and Sound (Cash Cash Remix)

Get your dancing shoes on everybody! Because we all know tonight is going to be a great night and what better way than to kick it off with some Capital Cities REMIX by Cash Cash. I get this Daft Punkish vibe from the drop, I don't know, that's just me. Repeat button OVERLOOAAAAD!!

     -mario

Souls of Mischief

'93 'til Infinity

"Flashback Friday"
           -mario

Kilter

You Know

I have no idea how I stumbled upon this song but I can't help but keep pushing the repeat button.

-mario

MDNT

Dreamcatcher feat. Jez Dior

"I'm too indie for rap, but I'm too rap for indie, so I don't have a team I just wait on people to pick me."
Drop and preach the truth.
                     -mario

Adventure Galley

Addict

I think this is what Interpol would sound if they decided to go towards a more Pop music sound. Are you feeling fine and dandy? Because this song will get you up and going!

               -mario

Telepopmusik

Breathe

"Another day, just breathe" 

Do I really need to add anything else to this post?

-mario