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Short Cuts: The Best Songs Heard On January 27, 2018 From The Indie World
Kellen of Troy
When You Don’t Hear Goodbye
This is music as a constant companion and confirmation that sad songs really do say so much. Fans of Ryan Adams & The Cardinals, Father John Misty, and Band of Horses will love this one.
Rory Webley
I’m Not The Only One (Sam Smith cover)
This is his first Youtube upload, and so I’m claiming him first when he becomes Australia’s biggest import. Keep it up, Rory, and anyone else out there who just want to sing because they love to sing.
Factor Chandelier
The Gospel (feat. Ceschi)
Saskatoon-based producer broke into the music scene as a DJ in 1998 (!!!), drawing early production inspiration from the West Coast underground. He’s likely seen – and heard – it all, and he continues to be imaginative, pushing the boundaries of hip-hop through a wide spectrum of moments in this track.
Hamster feat. Lee
Magic
Los Angeles-based Hamster has been producing pop and EDM tracks for rising stars in the LA scene over the last few years, and Lee continues the success of picking the very best here. Strong in the melody and dynamics department. While you’re waiting for the new Chainsmokers album, this ought to tie you over nicely.
The Watanabes
Over Romantic
In the 1990s the Walsh brothers were teenagers growing up in a tiny village in rural England, dreaming away their time in a room together writing heartfelt pop songs on second hand guitars. Twenty years later they find themselves in Tokyo, sharing a room together, sipping on green tea, while writing heartfelt pop songs on second hand guitars. Dave Crosby is a fan, and that should tell you how perfect their vocals are, and how The Everly Brothers live on in spirit in these two. Nashville and beyond awaits them.
Maddie Ross
Loners
A much-needed shot in the arm when it comes to singer-songwriters writing big, poppy choruses. I loved Juliana Hatfield and Liz Phair back in the day, and this would have been right up there in my repeat listens. As it’s 2018, I still listened to this on Spotify about a dozen times straight in pure delight. No wasted notes, just brilliant.
Clyde Kelly
Starvation
Hailing from Raleigh, NC, he counts OutKast, Red Hot Chili Peppers, The-Dream, and KiD CuDi among his primary influences. While those artists aren’t ready to hand off the gauntlet just yet, they should know he means business, and ready to take the leap to the big stage, like, now. If he can string together a number of these solid tunes, he’ll be closer than even he realizes.
Colour Tongues
Temper
Soon to be rated amongst Vancouver’s finest and most-loved bands, this quartet known for their upbeat choruses, technical power rhythms, and blending of different instrumental patterns that work alongside high-range vocals. Sublime.
Cove
Alive
This four-piece indie rock band from the UK is sharper than most, and a surprise as it’s only been 14 months since their debut single, Sunset. Steady drums, storming guitars, they could be contenders for breakout band of the year over there if this keeps up.
Watch Syd Barrett’s Sad And Depressing Video For “Effervescing Elephant”
An effervescing elephant / With tiny eyes, and great big trunk / Once whispered to the tiny ears / The ears of one inferior / That by next June he’d die, oh yeah!
Initial sales and reaction of Barrett’s first solo album, The Madcap Laughs, were deemed ‘not bad’ by EMI to sanction a second solo album. So, on February 24, 1970, a month after releasing Madcap, Barrett appeared on John Peel’s Top Gear radio show, where he performed only one song from the newly released album (Terrapin), three that would later be recorded for Barrett (Gigolo Aunt, Baby Lemonade and Effervescing Elephant.
Effervescing Elephant was pastiche of the verse form of Hilaire Belloc’s Cautionary Tales for Children. In contrast to some of his other songs mentioning one or two animals, Effervescing Elephant contains references to a whole jungle full of animals. The video he made for it is pretty sad and depressing, and rarely seen, so here you go, sunshine!
The Mechanics of being Big Bird
The heartwarming doc, I Am Big Bird: The Caroll Spinney Story, chronicles the life of Caroll Spinney, the man who has been Sesame Street’s Big Bird and Oscar the Grouch since 1969.
For over 4 decades, Caroll’s characters have been cherished by generations of children. At 81 years old, the tenacious and enthusiastic performer has no intention of slowing down. I AM BIG BIRD features incredible footage of Spinney’s earliest collaborations with Jim Henson as it traces Caroll’s journey from bullied child to celebrated performer. This loving portrait peels away the instances that inspired his creation of Big Bird and as the yellow feathers give way to grey hair, it is the man, not the puppet, who will steal your heart.
Palm cockatoos beat drum like Ringo Starr
The palm cockatoo drumming is part of the species courtship ritual that involves a lot of calls and movements to attract a mate.
The origin of the ’80s aesthetic
The Memphis Group dominated the design world in the ‘80s. The collective led by Italian architect Ettore Sottsass came together in 1981 and they had a huge impact on the postmodern designs of the decade. The life of the Memphis Group was short lived, 6 years to be exact. And even though their designs failed to serve a function in people’s homes, they left a colorful mark in history and inspired many designers to come.
Sir Patrick Stewart Gives a Shakespearean Soliloquy on the Letter ‘B’
Patrick Stewart gives a Shakespearean soliloquy on the letter “B” in this 2001 episode of Sesame Street.
Jimmy Iovine Talks About Recording Elton John, Making “Born to Run,” And His Relationship With Stevie Nicks
Throughout his interview on The Howard Stern Show, record producer and music executive Jimmy Iovine told Howard one reason he’s achieved so much success was his willingness to “be of service” to the many, many stars he’s worked with — acts like John Lennon, Bruce Springsteen, Stevie Nicks, Tom Petty, Dr. Dre, Elton John, and Gwen Stefani (just to name a few).
Herbie Hancock Teaches An Online Course On Jazz
Herbie Hancock’s jazz career started in his family’s living room, listening to his favorite records and trying to play along. Now, he’s one of the most celebrated musicians in the world. Join Herbie at the piano as he shares his approach to improvisation, composition, and harmony. You can now gain access to 10+ original piano transcriptions, including 5 exclusive solo performances.