Pure Bathing Culture - Pendulum

This band makes me really happy. So many whimsical jams they have. There sound is undoubtable lush and sway-worthy. I remember hearing this song live when they came through DC opening up for Cavemen, and thinking to myself, “Damn this is gonna be a hit”. I still think it will be.

These fine folks will be releasing an album Moon Tides at the end of August through Partisan Records [US] and Memphis Industries [UK]. To say I’m stoked for this album would be an understatement. You can pick up their S/T EP through one of my faves Father / Daughter Records.

h/t gorilla vs bear premiere

The Lunchtime Sardine Club - Rumours

For the record, this is NOT a Fleetwood Mac tribute. However, it is something that brought me out of the disappoint that is the new Daft Punk album [Just so you know, I liked 2 songs on it, the rest was meh]. This seems to me to be a daydreamy solo project/creative outlet for Oliver Newton, drummer for Yndi Halda, to where the sound is very enervated, he just seems tired and worn out. But not in the worse way but more due to living life.

From what I can find out there is a proper release, Icescapads, due out in August on the Sonic Anhedonic Recording Company.

Rollercoasterwater - Bog

Give it more than 30 seconds. Yes, the intro is what it is, but make sure you’re listen to the drone filled track from the coast that is left [LA to be exact]. I get this sense he’s pretty hung up on a chick, but neither of them know it. Everything as slowen down to the point to where he can feel his hair grow. It seems to be about that epiphany in which the dude realizes he misses her.

You can downloadz this fur free at his bandcamp.

Boardwalk - I’m To Blame

In the most respectful way I could say this, there is a lazy sound to this LA duo. Vocals a la a Mazzy Star and a tonal quality of a say a Beach House. Sleepy in the best way possible. Like those 30 minute cat naps where you wake up feeling amazing ready to take on whatever comes your way.

They were just recently signed by Stones Throw so their first LP should be coming out this summer. I will be picking it up as soon as it does.

Classixx - All You’re Waiting For feat Nancy Whang

Just wanted to check in with some nu-disco to let you know I’m not dead, just busy.

Keep an eye out for the LA duo’s forthcoming Hanging Gardens that comes out May 14 via Innovative Leisure.

Elephant Stone - Setting Sun

I don’t have much to say at the moment, too much to do and too much going on. I will say, I love new things that sound old and the kaleidoscopic  Elephant Stone satisfies that love.