Check into Doldrums..

Doldrums - Empire Sound EP

Unicorns + Avalanches + Gang Gang Dance = Doldrums(?). Get the limited edition vinyl via No Pain In Pop.

Good (free) music laying around the interwebs..

Sapphire Slows - Spin Lights Over You
&The Passenger - In Flight Acid
&Onra - A New Dynasty
&Nuel - Mentalism
&LCTRISC - Reach The Children (Book Of Doom)
&
Korallreven - Sa Sa Samoa (Feat. Julianna Barwick)
&Gang Gang Dance - Chinese High (Gg Remix)
&DuFrayne - It Was Only A Matter Of Time
&Dro Carey - Promothug
&Cool Angels - Are U Real

~njoy.

REVIEW: Grimes - Halfaxa

8 out of 10

Find it here.

Last year the (well, most of the) world was introduced to Grimes. It was a big year for young Ms. Boucher, she released not one, but two dazzling albums. The first gem was "Geidi Primes" (which was #47 of 100), the second was "Halfaxa" (#48). I know, I'm a little late in regards to talking about/shedding some light on this album, but better late than never right? In-fact, Grimes has actually released a newer (split) album with D'eon this year and re-released "Geidi Primes".. Anyways, it's hard to say which release I like more, the first one I listened to more, but I think this one may have more impact on larger crowds. They're both very similar in sound/general tone. A bit of that "Nu R&B" sound, or whatever it's called, mixed with a touch of Gothic Gaze and Lo-Fidelity Electro beats.



I like Grimes, her music is honest and pleasant. Her voice reminds me of Elizabeth Fraser (Cocteau Twins) meets Alison Shaw (Cranes), her music is perfect for (almost) any occasion/mood, and I think she'll leave a mark/make a big difference in the way woman pursue music in the future. Ms. Grimes swears to no previous musical learning's and/or knowledge of producing music before this project, but to be honest it sounds like that of a veteran. It feels good when you discover you're hidden talent. Throughout "Halfaxa's" genius you will hear/pick up elements of Gang Gang Dance, the artists I mentioned above, minimal Electro/Lo-Fi Electronic productions, sensual/seductive melodies, serene lullabies, heavenly oddities, and really (I just can't stress this enough) AMAZING vocals.



Unless you're living under an internet-less rock you've probably come across/heard of Grimes by now, you know exactly how awesome/important this project is. (everything by Grimes will most likely always be) Highly Recommended.



Standout Tracks: All terrific, I really like Weregild (repeatrepeat), Dragvandil, Dream Fortress, Swan Song, ≈Ω≈ω≈ω≈ω≈ω≈ω≈ω≈ω≈ (not sure how to pronounce this one), My Sister Says The Saddest Things (sooo gooood), Favriel

NEW! Gang Gang Dance..

Gang Gang Dance - Glass Jar

Gorgeous & quite flawless.. Can't wait to hear the rest of this album, which comes out May 10th via 4AD.

A song sooo good, one might call it "ear crack"..

Radiant Dragon - Preseli

Quite possibly the best song I've heard all year long. Think of a cross between Gang Gang Dance, Salem, and M83.....

Gang Gang Dance sign to 4AD..

From 4AD:

4AD can reveal that the label have signed New York outfit Gang Gang Dance, with a new album - the follow-up to 2008’s "Saint Dymphna" - due later on in 2010.

I swear 4AD are going to monopolize the Indie world as we know it..

Gang Gang Dance Tour + FREE live album..

Friday July 24th at The Fuji Rock Festival in Japan
Sunday August 2nd at The Pearl Street Nightclub in Northampton, MA
Monday August 3rd at The Bug Jar in Rochester, NY
Tuesday August 4th at Kung-Fu Necktie in Philadelphia, PA
Wednesday August 5th at Ottobar in Baltimore, MD
Thursday August 6th at Circus in Columbus, OH
Friday August 7th at Magic Stick in Detroit, MI
Sunday August 9th at Lollapalooza in Chicago, IL
Tuesday August 11th with TV On The Radio at The Prospect Park Band Shell in Brooklyn, NY
Friday August 14th at The Oya Festival in Oslo, Norway
Thursday August 20th with Animal Collective at Brixton Academy in London, UK
Friday August 21st at The Green Man Festival in Wales, UK
Saturday August 22nd at The Pukkelpop Festival in Kiewit, Belgium
Sunday August 30th at Rickshaw Shop in San Francisco, CA
Wednesday August 2nd at The Depot in Arcata, CA
Thursday September 3rd at The Works at Washington High School in Portland, OR
Friday September 4th Biltmore Cabaret in Vancouver, BC
Saturday September 5th at The Bumbershoot Festival in Seattle, WA

..and here's that Free album.

Sigh, no GGD for me :(

New Gang Gang Dance...

Out June 1st, 2009

1. First Communion (TV On The Radio Mix)

2. First Communion

3. House Jam (Hot Chip Mix)