1. “Somebody that I Used to Know” – Gotye [7/21/2011]. Soulful groove track by Australian electronic pop trickster.
2. “I’m on One” – DJ Khaled [7-19-2011]. DJ ringleader lines up cameo raps – Rick Ross, ‘Lil Wayne -- ‘tween mellow Drake refrain for chart-climbing track.
3. “Motivation” – Kelly Rowland [7-26-2011]. Soulful R & B vocals by former Destiny Child’s star ripple over haunting pop refrain with a cameo by Lil Wayne.
4. “Well OK, Honey” – Jenny O. [7-19-2011]. Lead song off debut EP features down home boogie guitar and a little lady with a message.
5. “The Adventures of Rain Dace Maggie” – Red Hot Chili Peppers [8-26-2011]. While the refrain is a little Disney, the meat in the sandwich is vintage Cali-Peppers, now ten deep in albums.
6. “I Stand Alone” - Theophilus London [7-15-2011]. New wave pop-soul artist out of New York lays out a catchy chorus on final track of debut LP.
7. “Sexy and I Know It” – LMFAO [6-21-2011]. Big bumpin’ summer dance floor tune by tongue-in-teeth electro-rapper Los Angelinos who just party their hilarious faces off.
8. “Oh Why” – Balam Acab [8-28-2011]. Various sounds and textures combine to form this watery, super-chill, dreamy track created by 20-year old Ithaca college student.
9. “That’s My Bitch” – Kanye West and Jay-Z [8-12-2011]. Gritty lyrics, bouncing raps that alternate between two rap superstars and harmonic refrains frontload this track from latest collaborative album.
10. “Lights” (remix of Ellie Goulding) – Bassnectar [8-2-2011]. A remix of the original indie pop track with larger electronica backbeats by outfit out of San Francisco.
11. “Wait in the Dark” – Memory Tapes [7-5-2011]. Smooth retro organ and vocals combine on this snazzy lead track off sophomore album by New Jersey-based alt-indie group.
12. “At Home” – Crystal Fighters [8-5-2011]. Folktronic band from Spain combines Basque folk instruments with heavy synths and lilting voices.
13. “Feel So Close” - Calvin Harris [8-22-2011]. Big, bumping dance track by Scottish artist, producer and music-mixer.
14. “Amor Fati” – Washed Out [7-12-2011]. Ethereal, synthy lead track from new album by alternative musician Ernest Greene off debut full-length album.
15. “All I Ever Wanted” – Toxic Airborne Event [4-26-2011]. Angsty, dramatic and dimension, this until now overlooked track off their second album with Island Records soars.
Thursday, September 1, 2011
Thursday, August 18, 2011
RollnSmokeRecords Presents: Best New Songs Released in Past 60 Days
1. “Somebody that I Used to Know” – Gotye [7/21/2011]. Soulful groove track by Australian electronic pop trickster.
2. “Culture of Fear” – Thievery Corporation [6-28-2011]. The title track is markedly hip-hop with the familiar instrumental horns groove serving as background.
3. “Well OK, Honey” – Jenny O. [7-19-2011]. Lead song off debut EP features down home boogie guitar and a little lady with a message.
4. “That’s My Bitch” – Kanye West and Jay-Z [8-12-2011]. Gritty lyrics, bouncing raps that alternate between two rap superstars and harmonic refrains frontload this track from latest collaborative album.
5. “I Stand Alone” - Theophilus London [7-15-2011]. New wave pop-soul artist out of New York lays out a catchy chorus on final track of debut LP.
6. “Lights” (remix of Ellie Goulding) – Bassnectar [8-2-2011]. A remix of the original indie pop track with larger electronica backbeats by outfit out of San Francisco.
7. “Wait in the Dark” – Memory Tapes [7-5-2011]. Smooth retro organ and vocals combine on this snazzy lead track off sophomore album by New Jersey-based alt-indie group.
8. “At Home” – Crystal Fighters [8-5-2011]. Folktronic band from Spain combines Basque folk instruments with heavy synths and lilting voices.
9. “Amor Fati” – Washed Out [7-12-2011]. Ethereal, synthy lead track from new album by alternative musician Ernest Greene off debut full-length album.
10. “Pot of Gold” – The Game feat. Chris Brown [6-28-2011]. Chris Brown provides the harmonic refrain while The Game hits the hip-hop in this latest R&B duet which serves as the lead track on The Game’s forthcoming album.
2. “Culture of Fear” – Thievery Corporation [6-28-2011]. The title track is markedly hip-hop with the familiar instrumental horns groove serving as background.
3. “Well OK, Honey” – Jenny O. [7-19-2011]. Lead song off debut EP features down home boogie guitar and a little lady with a message.
4. “That’s My Bitch” – Kanye West and Jay-Z [8-12-2011]. Gritty lyrics, bouncing raps that alternate between two rap superstars and harmonic refrains frontload this track from latest collaborative album.
5. “I Stand Alone” - Theophilus London [7-15-2011]. New wave pop-soul artist out of New York lays out a catchy chorus on final track of debut LP.
6. “Lights” (remix of Ellie Goulding) – Bassnectar [8-2-2011]. A remix of the original indie pop track with larger electronica backbeats by outfit out of San Francisco.
7. “Wait in the Dark” – Memory Tapes [7-5-2011]. Smooth retro organ and vocals combine on this snazzy lead track off sophomore album by New Jersey-based alt-indie group.
8. “At Home” – Crystal Fighters [8-5-2011]. Folktronic band from Spain combines Basque folk instruments with heavy synths and lilting voices.
9. “Amor Fati” – Washed Out [7-12-2011]. Ethereal, synthy lead track from new album by alternative musician Ernest Greene off debut full-length album.
10. “Pot of Gold” – The Game feat. Chris Brown [6-28-2011]. Chris Brown provides the harmonic refrain while The Game hits the hip-hop in this latest R&B duet which serves as the lead track on The Game’s forthcoming album.
Tuesday, August 2, 2011
RollnSmokeRecords Presents: Best New Songs Released in Past 60 Days
1. “Somebody that I Used to Know” – Gotye [7/21/2011]. Soulful groove track by Australian electronic pop trickster.
2. “Night Out” – Martin Solveig (6-9-2011). House pop by French DJ with pulsing electro backbeat is the lead track off forthcoming album
3. “Culture of Fear” – Thievery Corporation [6-28-2011]. The title track is markedly hip-hop with the familiar instrumental horns groove serving as background.
4. “Well OK, Honey” – Jenny O. [7-19-2011]. Lead song off debut EP features down home boogie guitar and a little lady with a message.
5. “I Stand Alone” - Theophilus London [7-15-2011]. New wave pop-soul artist out of New York lays out a catchy chorus on final track of debut LP.
6. “Lights” (remix of Ellie Goulding) – Bassnectar [8-2-2011]. A remix of the original indie pop track with larger electronica backbeats by outfit out of San Francisco.
7. “Mr. Saxobeat” – Alexandra Stan [2-24-2011]. Pop dance track for the Euro-club scene by Romanian born singer-song-writer.
8. “Wait in the Dark” – Memory Tapes [7-5-2011]. Smooth retro organ and vocals combine on this snazzy lead track off sophomore album by New Jersey-based alt-idie group.
9. “Twisted’ – Gorilla Zoe feat. Lil Jon [6-14-2011]. Rapper out of ATL collaborates on this boomin’ new hip-hop club track that’s sure to get rollies shakin’ in the air like you just don’t care.
10. “Amor Fati” – Washed Out [7-12-2011]. Ethereal, synthy lead track from new album by alternative musician Ernest Greene off debut full-length album.
11. “Pot of Gold” – The Game feat. Chris Brown [6-28-2011]. Chris Brown provides the harmonic refrain while The Game hits the hip-hop in this latest R&B duet which serves as the lead track on The Game’s forthcoming album.
12. “Gucci Gucci” -- Kreayshawn [6/14/2011]. “Bad bitch,” Up-to-know good girl hip-hopper releases her debut single along with already notorious video (6/
2. “Night Out” – Martin Solveig (6-9-2011). House pop by French DJ with pulsing electro backbeat is the lead track off forthcoming album
3. “Culture of Fear” – Thievery Corporation [6-28-2011]. The title track is markedly hip-hop with the familiar instrumental horns groove serving as background.
4. “Well OK, Honey” – Jenny O. [7-19-2011]. Lead song off debut EP features down home boogie guitar and a little lady with a message.
5. “I Stand Alone” - Theophilus London [7-15-2011]. New wave pop-soul artist out of New York lays out a catchy chorus on final track of debut LP.
6. “Lights” (remix of Ellie Goulding) – Bassnectar [8-2-2011]. A remix of the original indie pop track with larger electronica backbeats by outfit out of San Francisco.
7. “Mr. Saxobeat” – Alexandra Stan [2-24-2011]. Pop dance track for the Euro-club scene by Romanian born singer-song-writer.
8. “Wait in the Dark” – Memory Tapes [7-5-2011]. Smooth retro organ and vocals combine on this snazzy lead track off sophomore album by New Jersey-based alt-idie group.
9. “Twisted’ – Gorilla Zoe feat. Lil Jon [6-14-2011]. Rapper out of ATL collaborates on this boomin’ new hip-hop club track that’s sure to get rollies shakin’ in the air like you just don’t care.
10. “Amor Fati” – Washed Out [7-12-2011]. Ethereal, synthy lead track from new album by alternative musician Ernest Greene off debut full-length album.
11. “Pot of Gold” – The Game feat. Chris Brown [6-28-2011]. Chris Brown provides the harmonic refrain while The Game hits the hip-hop in this latest R&B duet which serves as the lead track on The Game’s forthcoming album.
12. “Gucci Gucci” -- Kreayshawn [6/14/2011]. “Bad bitch,” Up-to-know good girl hip-hopper releases her debut single along with already notorious video (6/
Tuesday, July 19, 2011
RollnSmokeRecords Presents: Best New Songs Released in Past 60 Days
1. “Somebody that I Used to Know” – Gotye [leaked 7/2011]. Soulful groove track by Australian electronic pop trickster.
2. “Night Out” – Martin Solveig (6-9-2011). House pop by French DJ with pulsing electro backbeat is the lead track off forthcoming album
3. “Culture of Fear” – Thievery Corporation [6-28-2011]. The title track is markedly hip-hop with the familiar instrumental horns groove serving as background.
4. “Well OK, Honey” – Jenny O. [7-19-2011]. Lead song off debut EP features down home boogie guitar and a little lady with a message.
5. “I Stand Alone” - Theophilus London [7-15-2011]. New wave pop-soul artist out of New York lays out a catchy chorus on final track of debut LP.
6. “Call It What You Want” – Foster the People [5-23-2011]. A group grope track that gets its groove on off smokin’ debut album by indie pop rock band out of L.A.
7. “Wait in the Dark” – Memory Tapes [7-5-2011]. Smooth retro organ and vocals combine on this snazzy lead track off sophomore album by New Jersey-based alt-idie group.
8. “Twisted’ – Gorilla Zoe feat. Lil Jon [6-14-2011]. Rapper out of ATL collaborates on this boomin’ new hip-hop club track that’s sure to get rollies shakin’ in the air like you just don’t care.
9. “Circuital’ – My Morning Jacket [5-31-2011]. With sharp segues between heady pop and rock jam, this track is at once toe-tapping and listenable – all as done by Kentucky’s answer to Wilco.
10. “Amor Fati” – Washed Out [7-12-2011]. Ethereal, synthy lead track from new album by alternative musician Ernest Greene off debut full-length album.
11. “Pot of Gold” – The Game feat. Chris Brown [6-28-2011]. Chris Brown provides the harmonic refrain while The Game hits the hip-hop in this latest R&B duet which serves as the lead track on The Game’s forthcoming album.
12. “Gucci Gucci” -- Kreayshawn – [6/14/2011]. “Bad bitch,” Up-to-know good girl hip-hopper releases her debut single along with already notorious video (6/2011).
13. “Lose It” – Austra [5-24-2011]. Indie group based in Toronot features female vocals over cascading back beat off debut album.
14. “Must be the One” – She Wants Revenge [5-23-2011]. Formed in L.A. in 2003, this Depeche Mode-like band lays out a bangin’ alt track on forthcoming album.
2. “Night Out” – Martin Solveig (6-9-2011). House pop by French DJ with pulsing electro backbeat is the lead track off forthcoming album
3. “Culture of Fear” – Thievery Corporation [6-28-2011]. The title track is markedly hip-hop with the familiar instrumental horns groove serving as background.
4. “Well OK, Honey” – Jenny O. [7-19-2011]. Lead song off debut EP features down home boogie guitar and a little lady with a message.
5. “I Stand Alone” - Theophilus London [7-15-2011]. New wave pop-soul artist out of New York lays out a catchy chorus on final track of debut LP.
6. “Call It What You Want” – Foster the People [5-23-2011]. A group grope track that gets its groove on off smokin’ debut album by indie pop rock band out of L.A.
7. “Wait in the Dark” – Memory Tapes [7-5-2011]. Smooth retro organ and vocals combine on this snazzy lead track off sophomore album by New Jersey-based alt-idie group.
8. “Twisted’ – Gorilla Zoe feat. Lil Jon [6-14-2011]. Rapper out of ATL collaborates on this boomin’ new hip-hop club track that’s sure to get rollies shakin’ in the air like you just don’t care.
9. “Circuital’ – My Morning Jacket [5-31-2011]. With sharp segues between heady pop and rock jam, this track is at once toe-tapping and listenable – all as done by Kentucky’s answer to Wilco.
10. “Amor Fati” – Washed Out [7-12-2011]. Ethereal, synthy lead track from new album by alternative musician Ernest Greene off debut full-length album.
11. “Pot of Gold” – The Game feat. Chris Brown [6-28-2011]. Chris Brown provides the harmonic refrain while The Game hits the hip-hop in this latest R&B duet which serves as the lead track on The Game’s forthcoming album.
12. “Gucci Gucci” -- Kreayshawn – [6/14/2011]. “Bad bitch,” Up-to-know good girl hip-hopper releases her debut single along with already notorious video (6/2011).
13. “Lose It” – Austra [5-24-2011]. Indie group based in Toronot features female vocals over cascading back beat off debut album.
14. “Must be the One” – She Wants Revenge [5-23-2011]. Formed in L.A. in 2003, this Depeche Mode-like band lays out a bangin’ alt track on forthcoming album.
Thursday, July 7, 2011
RollnSmokeRecords Presents: Best New Songs Released in Past 60 Days
1. “Culture of Fear” – Thievery Corporation [6-28-2011]. The title track is markedly hip-hop with the familiar instrumental horns groove serving as background.
2. “Fire in Your Eyes” – B. Taylor featuring Pauley Perrette [5-3-2011]. Duet R&B and hip-hop with uplifiting, go-get ‘em lyrics, one in s string of recently released singles.
3. “Till I’m Gone” – Tinie Tempah [5-17-2011]. Smash single off London hip-hopper’s debut album lays out cockney accent over pop R&B beats.
4. “Call It What You Want” – Foster the People [5-23-2011]. A group grope track that gets its groove on off smokin’ debut album by indie pop rock band out of L.A.
5. “Kill It” – The Cinema [5-17-2011]. Among several other pop single releases by emerging, upbeat indie alt-rock band.
6. “Wait in the Dark” – Memory Tapes [7-5-2011]. Smooth retro organ and vocals combine on this snazzy lead track off sophomore album by New Jersey-based alt-idie group.
7. “Twisted’ – Gorilla Zoe feat. Lil Jon [6-14-2011]. Rapper out of ATL collaborates on this boomin’ new hip-hop club track that’s sure to get rollies shakin’ in the air like you just don’t care.
8. “Night Out” – Martin Solveig (6-9-2011). House pop by French DJ with pulsing electro backbeat is the lead track off forthcoming album.
9. “Circuital’ – My Morning Jacket [5-31-2011]. With sharp segues between heady pop and rock jam, this track is at once toe-tapping and listenable – all as done by Kentucky’s answer to Wilco.
10. “L.I.F.E.G.O.E.S.O.N.” – NOAH AND THE WHALE [1-23-2011]. A late find for Roll, this is the latest Disney-like, feel-good easy rock track by London-based pop group.
11. “Street” – Jamie Woon [4-18-2011]. Another late find by Roll is an Easy listening lead pop track from latest album by London, England, native.
12. “Novacane” – Frank Ocean [mixtape, 5-2011]. Loaded with F-bombs and newly signed with Lupe is a new sound some dub “psychedelic R&B” with gritty, groovin’ lyrics and a laid back vibe.
13. “Gucci Gucci” -- Kreayshawn – [6/14/2011]. “Bad bitch,” Up-to-know good girl hip-hopper releases her debut single along with already notorious video (6/2011).
14. “Division” – Stars [6-7-2011]. Indie alt band out of Toronto features tinkerbell duet vocals over a mash of guitars and drums.
15. “Lose It” – Austra [5-24-2011]. Indie group based in Toronot features female vocals over cascading back beat off debut album.
16. “Must be the One” – She Wants Revenge [5-23-2011]. Formed in L.A. in 2003, this Depeche Mode-like band lays out a bangin’ alt track on forthcoming album.
2. “Fire in Your Eyes” – B. Taylor featuring Pauley Perrette [5-3-2011]. Duet R&B and hip-hop with uplifiting, go-get ‘em lyrics, one in s string of recently released singles.
3. “Till I’m Gone” – Tinie Tempah [5-17-2011]. Smash single off London hip-hopper’s debut album lays out cockney accent over pop R&B beats.
4. “Call It What You Want” – Foster the People [5-23-2011]. A group grope track that gets its groove on off smokin’ debut album by indie pop rock band out of L.A.
5. “Kill It” – The Cinema [5-17-2011]. Among several other pop single releases by emerging, upbeat indie alt-rock band.
6. “Wait in the Dark” – Memory Tapes [7-5-2011]. Smooth retro organ and vocals combine on this snazzy lead track off sophomore album by New Jersey-based alt-idie group.
7. “Twisted’ – Gorilla Zoe feat. Lil Jon [6-14-2011]. Rapper out of ATL collaborates on this boomin’ new hip-hop club track that’s sure to get rollies shakin’ in the air like you just don’t care.
8. “Night Out” – Martin Solveig (6-9-2011). House pop by French DJ with pulsing electro backbeat is the lead track off forthcoming album.
9. “Circuital’ – My Morning Jacket [5-31-2011]. With sharp segues between heady pop and rock jam, this track is at once toe-tapping and listenable – all as done by Kentucky’s answer to Wilco.
10. “L.I.F.E.G.O.E.S.O.N.” – NOAH AND THE WHALE [1-23-2011]. A late find for Roll, this is the latest Disney-like, feel-good easy rock track by London-based pop group.
11. “Street” – Jamie Woon [4-18-2011]. Another late find by Roll is an Easy listening lead pop track from latest album by London, England, native.
12. “Novacane” – Frank Ocean [mixtape, 5-2011]. Loaded with F-bombs and newly signed with Lupe is a new sound some dub “psychedelic R&B” with gritty, groovin’ lyrics and a laid back vibe.
13. “Gucci Gucci” -- Kreayshawn – [6/14/2011]. “Bad bitch,” Up-to-know good girl hip-hopper releases her debut single along with already notorious video (6/2011).
14. “Division” – Stars [6-7-2011]. Indie alt band out of Toronto features tinkerbell duet vocals over a mash of guitars and drums.
15. “Lose It” – Austra [5-24-2011]. Indie group based in Toronot features female vocals over cascading back beat off debut album.
16. “Must be the One” – She Wants Revenge [5-23-2011]. Formed in L.A. in 2003, this Depeche Mode-like band lays out a bangin’ alt track on forthcoming album.
Tuesday, June 21, 2011
RollnSmokeRecords Presents: Best New Songs Released in Past 60 Days
1. “Till I’m Gone” – Tinie Tempah [5-17-2011]. Smash single off London hip-hopper’s debut album lays out cockneyed accent over pop R&B beats.
2. “In the Dark” – Dev [4-26-2011]. Pop dance track by emerging American electro-pop, “Like a G6” chick from forthcoming debut album.
3. “Call It What You Want” – Foster the People [5-23-2011]. A group grope track that gets its groove on off smokin’ debut album by indie pop rock band out of L.A.
4. “Twisted’ – Gorilla Zoe feat. Lil Jon [6-14-2011]. Rapper out of ATL collaborates on this Boomin’ new Hip hop club track that’s sure to get rollies shakin’ in the air like you just don’t care.
5. “Fast Lane” – Bad Meets Evil [5-3-2011]. The first single – a mic-ninja-rap attack -- from newly revived duo among Motor City pals.
6. “Night Out” – Martin Solveig (6-9-2011). House pop by French DJ with pulsing electro backbeat is the lead track off forthcoming album.
7. “Circuital’ – My Morning Jacket [5-31-2011]. With sharp segues between heady pop and rock jam, this track is at once toe-tapping and listenable – all as done by Kentucky’s answer to Wilco.
8. “Gucci Gucci” -- Kreayshawn [6/14/2011]. “Bad bitch,” Up-to-know good girl hip-hopper releases her debut single along with already notorious video (6/2011).
9. “Eyes Be Closed” – Washed Out [leaked 5-2-2011]. From forthcoming debut sub-pop full-length album, a shimmering trippy groove jam .
10. “Novacane” – Frank Ocean [mixtape, 5-2011]. Loaded with F-bombs and newly signed with Lupe is a new sound some dub “psychedelic R&B” with gritty, groovin’ lyrics and a laid back vibe.
11. “Division” – Stars [6-7-2011]. Indie alt band out of Toronto features tinkerbell duet vocals over a mash of guitars and drums.
12. “Up Up Up” – Givers [4-26-2011]. Upbeat, la-la alt-rock track is debut single from new band out of Lafayette, Louisiana.
13. “Lose It” – Austra [5-24-2011]. Indie group based in Toronot features female vocals over cascading back beat off debut album.
14. “Must be the One” – She Wants Revenge [5-23-2011]. Formed in L.A. in 2003, this Depeche Mode-like band lays out a bangin’ alt track on forthcoming album.
2. “In the Dark” – Dev [4-26-2011]. Pop dance track by emerging American electro-pop, “Like a G6” chick from forthcoming debut album.
3. “Call It What You Want” – Foster the People [5-23-2011]. A group grope track that gets its groove on off smokin’ debut album by indie pop rock band out of L.A.
4. “Twisted’ – Gorilla Zoe feat. Lil Jon [6-14-2011]. Rapper out of ATL collaborates on this Boomin’ new Hip hop club track that’s sure to get rollies shakin’ in the air like you just don’t care.
5. “Fast Lane” – Bad Meets Evil [5-3-2011]. The first single – a mic-ninja-rap attack -- from newly revived duo among Motor City pals.
6. “Night Out” – Martin Solveig (6-9-2011). House pop by French DJ with pulsing electro backbeat is the lead track off forthcoming album.
7. “Circuital’ – My Morning Jacket [5-31-2011]. With sharp segues between heady pop and rock jam, this track is at once toe-tapping and listenable – all as done by Kentucky’s answer to Wilco.
8. “Gucci Gucci” -- Kreayshawn [6/14/2011]. “Bad bitch,” Up-to-know good girl hip-hopper releases her debut single along with already notorious video (6/2011).
9. “Eyes Be Closed” – Washed Out [leaked 5-2-2011]. From forthcoming debut sub-pop full-length album, a shimmering trippy groove jam .
10. “Novacane” – Frank Ocean [mixtape, 5-2011]. Loaded with F-bombs and newly signed with Lupe is a new sound some dub “psychedelic R&B” with gritty, groovin’ lyrics and a laid back vibe.
11. “Division” – Stars [6-7-2011]. Indie alt band out of Toronto features tinkerbell duet vocals over a mash of guitars and drums.
12. “Up Up Up” – Givers [4-26-2011]. Upbeat, la-la alt-rock track is debut single from new band out of Lafayette, Louisiana.
13. “Lose It” – Austra [5-24-2011]. Indie group based in Toronot features female vocals over cascading back beat off debut album.
14. “Must be the One” – She Wants Revenge [5-23-2011]. Formed in L.A. in 2003, this Depeche Mode-like band lays out a bangin’ alt track on forthcoming album.
Friday, June 10, 2011
RollnSmokeRecords Presents: Best New Songs Released in Past 60 Days
1. “Old Man” – RedLight King (4-12-2011). Using Neil Young’s actual refrain, this emerging white-boy hip-hop group reworks the 70’s rock classic with its own lyrics and vibe.
2. “Till I’m Gone” – Tinie Tempah [5-17-2011]. Smash single off London hip-hopper’s debut album lays out cockneyed accent over pop R&B beats.
3. “Just for Show” – Atmosphere [4-12-2011]. Narrative raps from latest album by indie hip hop group from Minneapolis led by Slug (aka Sean Daly).
4. “In the Dark” – Dev [4-26-2011]. Pop dance track by emerging American electro-pop, “Like a G6” chick from forthcoming debut album.
5. “Novacane” – Frank Ocean [mixtape, 5-2011]. Loaded with F-bombs and newly signed with Lupe is a new sound some dub “psychedelic R&B” with gritty, groovin’ lyrics and a laid back vibe.
6. “Call It What You Want” – Foster the People [5-23-2011]. A group grope track that gets its groove on off smokin’ debut album by indie pop rock band out of L.A.
7. “Circuital’ – My Morning Jacket [5-31-2011]. With sharp segues between heady pop and rock jam, this track is at once toe-tapping and listenable – all as done by Kentucky’s answer to Wilco.
8. “I Need Air” – Magnetic Man featuring Angela Hunte [4-12-2011]. Pop dance elctronica by collaborative British dubstep producers and DJ’s.
9. “Eyes Be Closed” – Washed Out [leaked 5-2-2011]. From forthcoming debut sub-pop full-length album, a shimmering trippy groove jam .
10. “Fast Lane” – Bad Meets Evil [5-3-2011]. The first single – a mic-ninja-rap attack -- from newly revived duo among Motor City pals.
11. “Division” – Stars [6-7-2011]. Indie alt band out of Toronto features tinkerbell duet vocals over a mash of guitars and drums.
12. “Up Up Up” – Givers [4-26-2011]. Upbeat, la-la alt-rock track is debut single from new band out of Lafayette, Louisiana.
13. “Lose It” – Austra [5-24-2011]. Indie group based in Toronot features female vocals over cascading back beat off debut album.
14. “Must be the One” – She Wants Revenge [5-23-2011]. Formed in L.A. in 2003, this Depeche Mode-like band lays out a bangin’ alt track on forthcoming album.
2. “Till I’m Gone” – Tinie Tempah [5-17-2011]. Smash single off London hip-hopper’s debut album lays out cockneyed accent over pop R&B beats.
3. “Just for Show” – Atmosphere [4-12-2011]. Narrative raps from latest album by indie hip hop group from Minneapolis led by Slug (aka Sean Daly).
4. “In the Dark” – Dev [4-26-2011]. Pop dance track by emerging American electro-pop, “Like a G6” chick from forthcoming debut album.
5. “Novacane” – Frank Ocean [mixtape, 5-2011]. Loaded with F-bombs and newly signed with Lupe is a new sound some dub “psychedelic R&B” with gritty, groovin’ lyrics and a laid back vibe.
6. “Call It What You Want” – Foster the People [5-23-2011]. A group grope track that gets its groove on off smokin’ debut album by indie pop rock band out of L.A.
7. “Circuital’ – My Morning Jacket [5-31-2011]. With sharp segues between heady pop and rock jam, this track is at once toe-tapping and listenable – all as done by Kentucky’s answer to Wilco.
8. “I Need Air” – Magnetic Man featuring Angela Hunte [4-12-2011]. Pop dance elctronica by collaborative British dubstep producers and DJ’s.
9. “Eyes Be Closed” – Washed Out [leaked 5-2-2011]. From forthcoming debut sub-pop full-length album, a shimmering trippy groove jam .
10. “Fast Lane” – Bad Meets Evil [5-3-2011]. The first single – a mic-ninja-rap attack -- from newly revived duo among Motor City pals.
11. “Division” – Stars [6-7-2011]. Indie alt band out of Toronto features tinkerbell duet vocals over a mash of guitars and drums.
12. “Up Up Up” – Givers [4-26-2011]. Upbeat, la-la alt-rock track is debut single from new band out of Lafayette, Louisiana.
13. “Lose It” – Austra [5-24-2011]. Indie group based in Toronot features female vocals over cascading back beat off debut album.
14. “Must be the One” – She Wants Revenge [5-23-2011]. Formed in L.A. in 2003, this Depeche Mode-like band lays out a bangin’ alt track on forthcoming album.
Thursday, May 26, 2011
RollnSmokeRecords Presents: Best New Songs Released in Past 60 Days
1. “Old Man” – RedLight King (4-12-2011). Using Neil Young’s actual refrain, this emerging white-boy hip-hop group reworks the 70’s rock classic with its own lyrics and vibe.
2. “Till I’m Gone” – Tinie Tempah [5-17-2011]. Smash single off London hip-hopper’s debut album lays out cockneyed accent over pop R&B beats.
3. “In the Dark” – Dev [4-26-2011]. Pop dance track by emerging American electro-pop, “Like a G6” chick from forthcoming debut album.
4. “Lotus Flower” – Radiohead [2-18-2011]. Beloved art rock band lays out mellow, trippy grooves on this nuggest from latest album.
5. “Just for Show” – Atmosphere [4-12-2011]. Narrative raps from latest album by indie hip hop group from Minneapolis led by Slug (aka Sean Daly).
6. “Someone to Love Me” – Mary J. Blige [3-29-2011]. An earthier, more primal sound from the R & B soulstress who hosts a line up of collaborating hip-hoppers on this track– including a gritty cameo from Lil Wayne.
7. “I Need Air” – Magnetic Man featuring Angela Hunte [4-12-2011]. Pop dance elctronica by collaborative British dubstep producers and DJ’s.
8. “Novacane” – Frank Ocean [mixtape, 5-2011]. Loaded with F-bombs and newly signed with Lupe is a new sound some dub “psychedelic R&B” with gritty, groovin’ lyrics and a laid back vibe.
9. “Eyes Be Closed” – Washed Out [leaked 5-2-2011]. From forthcoming debut sub-pop full-length album, a shimmering trippy groove jam
10. “Fast Lane” – Bad Meets Evil [5-3-2011]. The first single – a mic-ninja-rap attack -- from newly revived duo among Motor City pals.
11. “Must be the One” – She Wants Revenge [5-23-2011]. Formed in L.A. in 2003, this Depeche Mode-like band lays out a bangin’ alt track on forthcoming album.
12. “Big Jet Plane” – Angus & Julia Stone [4-4-2011}. Easy, intimate folk music by Australian siblings from Sidney.
13. “Damn These Vampires” – The Mountain Goats [3-29-2011]. Expressive indie folk rock led by John Darnielle who’s been making Cali grooves out of Claremont for over 20 years.
14. “Drug” – White Denim [4-5-2011]. This emerging indie band out of Austin, TX, lays out a nostalgic classic jam on this trippy rocker.
15. “Up Up Up” – Givers [4-26-2011]. Upbeat, la-la alt-rock track is debut single from new band out of Lafayette, Louisiana.
2. “Till I’m Gone” – Tinie Tempah [5-17-2011]. Smash single off London hip-hopper’s debut album lays out cockneyed accent over pop R&B beats.
3. “In the Dark” – Dev [4-26-2011]. Pop dance track by emerging American electro-pop, “Like a G6” chick from forthcoming debut album.
4. “Lotus Flower” – Radiohead [2-18-2011]. Beloved art rock band lays out mellow, trippy grooves on this nuggest from latest album.
5. “Just for Show” – Atmosphere [4-12-2011]. Narrative raps from latest album by indie hip hop group from Minneapolis led by Slug (aka Sean Daly).
6. “Someone to Love Me” – Mary J. Blige [3-29-2011]. An earthier, more primal sound from the R & B soulstress who hosts a line up of collaborating hip-hoppers on this track– including a gritty cameo from Lil Wayne.
7. “I Need Air” – Magnetic Man featuring Angela Hunte [4-12-2011]. Pop dance elctronica by collaborative British dubstep producers and DJ’s.
8. “Novacane” – Frank Ocean [mixtape, 5-2011]. Loaded with F-bombs and newly signed with Lupe is a new sound some dub “psychedelic R&B” with gritty, groovin’ lyrics and a laid back vibe.
9. “Eyes Be Closed” – Washed Out [leaked 5-2-2011]. From forthcoming debut sub-pop full-length album, a shimmering trippy groove jam
10. “Fast Lane” – Bad Meets Evil [5-3-2011]. The first single – a mic-ninja-rap attack -- from newly revived duo among Motor City pals.
11. “Must be the One” – She Wants Revenge [5-23-2011]. Formed in L.A. in 2003, this Depeche Mode-like band lays out a bangin’ alt track on forthcoming album.
12. “Big Jet Plane” – Angus & Julia Stone [4-4-2011}. Easy, intimate folk music by Australian siblings from Sidney.
13. “Damn These Vampires” – The Mountain Goats [3-29-2011]. Expressive indie folk rock led by John Darnielle who’s been making Cali grooves out of Claremont for over 20 years.
14. “Drug” – White Denim [4-5-2011]. This emerging indie band out of Austin, TX, lays out a nostalgic classic jam on this trippy rocker.
15. “Up Up Up” – Givers [4-26-2011]. Upbeat, la-la alt-rock track is debut single from new band out of Lafayette, Louisiana.
Tuesday, May 10, 2011
RollnSmokeRecords Presents: Best New Songs Released in Past 60 Days
1. “I Don’t Wanna Care Right Now” - Lupe Fiasco (3-7-2011]. A boomin’ collaborative pop-dance track with MDMA from Lupe’s latest album.
2. “Just for Show” – Atmosphere [4-12-2011]. Narrative raps from latest album by indie hip hop group from Minneapolis led by Slug (aka Sean Daly).
3. “Someone to Love Me” – Mary J. Blige [3-29-2011]. An earthier, more primal sound from the R & B soulstress who hosts a line up of collaborating hip-hoppers on this track– including a gritty cameo from Lil Wayne.
4. “In the Dark” – Dev [4-26-2011]. Pop dance track by emerging American electro-pop, “Like a G6” chick from forthcoming debut album.
5. “I Need Air” – Magnetic Man featuring Angela Hunte [4-12-2011]. Pop dance elctronica by collaborative British dubstep producers and DJ’s.
6. “Old Man” – RedLight King (4-12-2011). Using Neil Young’s actual refrain, this emerging white-boy hip-hop group reworks the 70’s rock classic with its own lyrics and vibe.
7. “Dear Professor” – The Deans List [2-25-2011]. Pop and R&B combine for this re-mix cocktail with new lyrics and a fresh vibe.
8. “Drug” – White Denim [4-5-2011]. This emerging indie band out of Austin, TX, lays out a nostalgic classic jam on this trippy rocker.
9. “Big Jet Plane” – Angus & Julia Stone [4-4-2011}. Easy, intimate folk music by Australian siblings from Sidney.
10. “Damn These Vampires” – The Mountain Goats [3-29-2011]. Expressive indie folk rock led by John Darnielle who’s been making Cali grooves out of Claremont for over 20 years.
11. “4evermore” – Anthony David featuring Algebra and Phonte [3-22-2011]. Smooth R&B and hip-hop collaboration lead by Anthony David, R&B groovster out of Savannah, Georgia.
12. “My Name is Trouble” – Keren Ann [3-22-2011]. Easy pop track featuring flowing female vocals against good groovin’ backdrop by Israeli-born performer.
13. “Wait & See” – Holy Ghost! [4-4-2011]. Contemporary pop electronica from Brooklyn duo.
2. “Just for Show” – Atmosphere [4-12-2011]. Narrative raps from latest album by indie hip hop group from Minneapolis led by Slug (aka Sean Daly).
3. “Someone to Love Me” – Mary J. Blige [3-29-2011]. An earthier, more primal sound from the R & B soulstress who hosts a line up of collaborating hip-hoppers on this track– including a gritty cameo from Lil Wayne.
4. “In the Dark” – Dev [4-26-2011]. Pop dance track by emerging American electro-pop, “Like a G6” chick from forthcoming debut album.
5. “I Need Air” – Magnetic Man featuring Angela Hunte [4-12-2011]. Pop dance elctronica by collaborative British dubstep producers and DJ’s.
6. “Old Man” – RedLight King (4-12-2011). Using Neil Young’s actual refrain, this emerging white-boy hip-hop group reworks the 70’s rock classic with its own lyrics and vibe.
7. “Dear Professor” – The Deans List [2-25-2011]. Pop and R&B combine for this re-mix cocktail with new lyrics and a fresh vibe.
8. “Drug” – White Denim [4-5-2011]. This emerging indie band out of Austin, TX, lays out a nostalgic classic jam on this trippy rocker.
9. “Big Jet Plane” – Angus & Julia Stone [4-4-2011}. Easy, intimate folk music by Australian siblings from Sidney.
10. “Damn These Vampires” – The Mountain Goats [3-29-2011]. Expressive indie folk rock led by John Darnielle who’s been making Cali grooves out of Claremont for over 20 years.
11. “4evermore” – Anthony David featuring Algebra and Phonte [3-22-2011]. Smooth R&B and hip-hop collaboration lead by Anthony David, R&B groovster out of Savannah, Georgia.
12. “My Name is Trouble” – Keren Ann [3-22-2011]. Easy pop track featuring flowing female vocals against good groovin’ backdrop by Israeli-born performer.
13. “Wait & See” – Holy Ghost! [4-4-2011]. Contemporary pop electronica from Brooklyn duo.
Wednesday, April 27, 2011
RollnSmokeRecords Presents: Best New Songs Released in Past 60 Days
1. “Just for Show” – Atmosphere [4-12-2011]. Narrative raps from latest album by indie hip hop group from Minneapolis led by Slug (aka Sean Daly).
2. “Boom” – Snoop Dogg featuring T-Pain [3-8-2011}. With a 70’s disco remix floating the background, Snoop lays out slick raps while T-Pain provides the dance-floor-worthy hook.
3. “Someone to Love Me” – Mary J. Blige [3-29-2011]. An earthier, more primal sound from the R & B soulstress who hosts a line up of collaborating hip-hoppers on this track– including a gritty cameo from Lil Wayne.
4. “In the Dark” – Dev [4-26-2011]. Pop dance track by emerging American electro-pop, “Like a G6” chick from forthcoming debut album.
5. “I Need Air” – Magnetic Man featuring Angela Hunte [4-12-2011]. Pop dance elctronica by collaborative British dubstep producers and DJ’s.
6. “Never Forget You” – Lupe Fiasco with John Legend [3-7-2011]. Signature, super-phresh hip-hop loaded with smart & aware lyrics off latest collaborative album.
7. “Drug” – White Denim [4-5-2011]. This emerging indie band out of Austin, TX, lays out a nostalgic classic jam on this trippy rocker.
8. “The Race” – Wiz Khalifa [3-8-2011]. Groovy, gritty hip-hop beats by the rising rapper out of Pittsburgh.
9. “Big Jet Plane” – Angus & Julia Stone [4-4-2011}. Easy, intimate folk music by Australian siblings from Sidney.
10. “Damn These Vampires” – The Mountain Goats [3-29-2011]. Expressive indie folk rock led by John Darnielle who’s been making Cali grooves out of Claremont for over 20 years.
11. “Lights” – Ellie Goulding [3-8-2011]. British vocalist balances electro-pop and indie folk off debut album.
12. “Chains” – Kenna [3-8-2011]. Electronica alternative track by Ehtiopian-born, innovative R&B collaborator.
13. “4evermore” – Anthony David featuring Algebra and Phonte [3-22-2011]. Smooth R&B and hip-hop collaboration lead by Anthony David, R&B groovster out of Savannah, Georgia.
14. “My Name is Trouble” – Keren Ann [3-22-2011]. Easy pop track featuring flowing female vocals against good groovin’ backdrop by Israeli-born performer.
15. “What the Hell” – Avril Lavigne [3-4-2011]. Shameless, gum-smacking girl-pop grounded in retro dance beats.
17. “Wait & See” – Holy Ghost! [4-4-2011]. Contemporary pop electronica from Brooklyn duo.
18. “Civilian” – Wye Oak [3-8-2011]. Pretty female vocals layered over a rock backdrop in lead single by Baltimore-based indie rock duo.
19. “Truth” -- Alexander [3-1-2011]. Mellow, textured indie track off debut album by Alexander Ebert of Edward Sharpe fame.
20. “Far Away” – Marsha Ambrosius [3-1-2011]. Singer, songwriter and producer previously found success with R&B act Floetry, ventures out on her own with this new single from her debut album.
2. “Boom” – Snoop Dogg featuring T-Pain [3-8-2011}. With a 70’s disco remix floating the background, Snoop lays out slick raps while T-Pain provides the dance-floor-worthy hook.
3. “Someone to Love Me” – Mary J. Blige [3-29-2011]. An earthier, more primal sound from the R & B soulstress who hosts a line up of collaborating hip-hoppers on this track– including a gritty cameo from Lil Wayne.
4. “In the Dark” – Dev [4-26-2011]. Pop dance track by emerging American electro-pop, “Like a G6” chick from forthcoming debut album.
5. “I Need Air” – Magnetic Man featuring Angela Hunte [4-12-2011]. Pop dance elctronica by collaborative British dubstep producers and DJ’s.
6. “Never Forget You” – Lupe Fiasco with John Legend [3-7-2011]. Signature, super-phresh hip-hop loaded with smart & aware lyrics off latest collaborative album.
7. “Drug” – White Denim [4-5-2011]. This emerging indie band out of Austin, TX, lays out a nostalgic classic jam on this trippy rocker.
8. “The Race” – Wiz Khalifa [3-8-2011]. Groovy, gritty hip-hop beats by the rising rapper out of Pittsburgh.
9. “Big Jet Plane” – Angus & Julia Stone [4-4-2011}. Easy, intimate folk music by Australian siblings from Sidney.
10. “Damn These Vampires” – The Mountain Goats [3-29-2011]. Expressive indie folk rock led by John Darnielle who’s been making Cali grooves out of Claremont for over 20 years.
11. “Lights” – Ellie Goulding [3-8-2011]. British vocalist balances electro-pop and indie folk off debut album.
12. “Chains” – Kenna [3-8-2011]. Electronica alternative track by Ehtiopian-born, innovative R&B collaborator.
13. “4evermore” – Anthony David featuring Algebra and Phonte [3-22-2011]. Smooth R&B and hip-hop collaboration lead by Anthony David, R&B groovster out of Savannah, Georgia.
14. “My Name is Trouble” – Keren Ann [3-22-2011]. Easy pop track featuring flowing female vocals against good groovin’ backdrop by Israeli-born performer.
15. “What the Hell” – Avril Lavigne [3-4-2011]. Shameless, gum-smacking girl-pop grounded in retro dance beats.
17. “Wait & See” – Holy Ghost! [4-4-2011]. Contemporary pop electronica from Brooklyn duo.
18. “Civilian” – Wye Oak [3-8-2011]. Pretty female vocals layered over a rock backdrop in lead single by Baltimore-based indie rock duo.
19. “Truth” -- Alexander [3-1-2011]. Mellow, textured indie track off debut album by Alexander Ebert of Edward Sharpe fame.
20. “Far Away” – Marsha Ambrosius [3-1-2011]. Singer, songwriter and producer previously found success with R&B act Floetry, ventures out on her own with this new single from her debut album.
Thursday, April 14, 2011
RollnSmokeRecords Presents: Best New Songs Released in Past 60 Days
1. “Rumour Has It” – Adele [2-22-2011]. Smoky, soulful vocals and catchy beats combine in this second track off Adele’s second album.
2. “Just for Show” – Atmosphere [4-12-2011]. Narrative raps from latest album by indie hip hop group from Minneapolis led by Slug (aka Sean Daly).
3. “Boom” – Snoop Dogg featuring T-Pain [3-8-2011}. With a 70’s disco remix floating the background, Snoop lays out slick raps while T-Pain provides the dance-floor-worthy hook.
4. “Someone to Love Me” – Mary J. Blige [3-29-2011]. An earthier, more primal sound from the R & B soulstress who hosts a line up of collaborating hip-hoppers on this track– including a gritty cameo from Lil Wayne.
5. “I Need Air” – Magnetic Man featuring Angela Hunte [4-12-2011]. Pop dance elctronica by collaborative British dubstep producers and DJ’s.
6. “Never Forget You,” – Lupe Fiasco with John Legend [3-7-2011]. Signature, super-phresh hip-hop loaded with smart & aware lyrics off latest collaborative album.
7. “Drug” – White Denim [4-5-2011]. This emerging indie band out of Austin, TX, lays out a nostalgic classic jam on this trippy rocker.
8. “Friday” – Rebecca Black [3-14-2011]. Shameless, mindless bubble gum pop celebrating TGIF via YouTube video
9. “The Race” – Wiz Khalifa [3-8-2011]. Groovy, gritty hip-hop beats by the rising rapper out of Pittsburgh.
10. “Big Jet Plane” – Angus & Julia Stone [4-4-2011}. Easy, intimate folk music by Australian siblings from Sidney.
11. “Lights” – Ellie Goulding [3-8-2011]. British vocalist balances electro-pop and indie folk off debut album.
12. “Chains” – Kenna [3-8-2011]. Electronica alternative track by Ehtiopian-born, innovative R&B collaborator.
13. “4evermore” – Anthony David featuring Algebra and Phonte [3-22-2011]. Smooth R&B and hip-hop collaboration lead by Anthony David, R&B groovster out of Savannah, Georgia.
14. “Sick, Sick, Sick” - Bayside (2-22-2011). Fiesty alt-rocker by moody, guitar-driven emo band out of Long Island.
15. “Buss It Wide Open” – Lil Kee (single) [2-15-2011]. Unedited, naughty hip-hop by emerging rapper born in Providence and raised in Tampa.
16. “My Name is Trouble” – Keren Ann [3-22-2011]. Easy pop track featuring flowing female vocals against good groovin’ backdrop by Israeli-born performer.
17. “What the Hell” – Avril Lavigne [3-4-2011]. Shameless, gum-smacking girl-pop grounded in retro dance beats.
18. “There’s a Limit to Your Love” – James Blake [2-7-2011]. Innovative, spacey, electronica cover of alt-original by Feist off self-titled debut album.
19. “Damn These Vampires” – The Mountain Goats [3-29-2011]. Expressive indie folk rock led by John Darnielle who’s been making Cali grooves out of Claremont for over 20 years.
20. “Retrosuperfuture” – Rick Ross featuring Wiz Khalifa [ to be released]. A funky, rougher-rap duet extolling the virtue of staying high off of newest album by Miami MC.
21. “Go Outside” – Cults [2-22-2011]. A brief, retro number with youthful choral vocals combine to establish new twee-pop single by emerging alt-band.
22. “Of Monsters and Men” – Little Talks [2-22-2011]. Emerging band out of Iceland lays out upbeat, self-released track complete with eager vocals and horns.
23. “Without You” – Rainbow Arabia [2-28-2011]. Mixing tribal beats, electro sounds and Middle Eastern instrumentation, this husband-wife duo emerges from the L.A. dance-punk scene.
24. “Wait & See” – Holy Ghost! [4-4-2011]. Contemporary pop electronica from Brooklyn duo.
25. “Civilian” – Wye Oak [3-8-2011]. Pretty female vocals layered over a rock backdrop in lead single by Baltimore-based indie rock duo.
26. “Back Seat” – New Boyz feat. The Cataracts [2-15-2011]. Pop synth dance track by druo who met before high school in L.A. that looks to get it on in the back seat with The Cataracts adding a sensual refrain.
27. “Truth” -- Alexander [3-1-2011]. Mellow, textured indie track off debut album by Alexander Ebert of Edward Sharpe fame.
28. “Far Away” – Marsha Ambrosius [3-1-2011]. Singer, songwriter and producer previously found success with R&B act Floetry, ventures out on her own with this new single from her debut album.
2. “Just for Show” – Atmosphere [4-12-2011]. Narrative raps from latest album by indie hip hop group from Minneapolis led by Slug (aka Sean Daly).
3. “Boom” – Snoop Dogg featuring T-Pain [3-8-2011}. With a 70’s disco remix floating the background, Snoop lays out slick raps while T-Pain provides the dance-floor-worthy hook.
4. “Someone to Love Me” – Mary J. Blige [3-29-2011]. An earthier, more primal sound from the R & B soulstress who hosts a line up of collaborating hip-hoppers on this track– including a gritty cameo from Lil Wayne.
5. “I Need Air” – Magnetic Man featuring Angela Hunte [4-12-2011]. Pop dance elctronica by collaborative British dubstep producers and DJ’s.
6. “Never Forget You,” – Lupe Fiasco with John Legend [3-7-2011]. Signature, super-phresh hip-hop loaded with smart & aware lyrics off latest collaborative album.
7. “Drug” – White Denim [4-5-2011]. This emerging indie band out of Austin, TX, lays out a nostalgic classic jam on this trippy rocker.
8. “Friday” – Rebecca Black [3-14-2011]. Shameless, mindless bubble gum pop celebrating TGIF via YouTube video
9. “The Race” – Wiz Khalifa [3-8-2011]. Groovy, gritty hip-hop beats by the rising rapper out of Pittsburgh.
10. “Big Jet Plane” – Angus & Julia Stone [4-4-2011}. Easy, intimate folk music by Australian siblings from Sidney.
11. “Lights” – Ellie Goulding [3-8-2011]. British vocalist balances electro-pop and indie folk off debut album.
12. “Chains” – Kenna [3-8-2011]. Electronica alternative track by Ehtiopian-born, innovative R&B collaborator.
13. “4evermore” – Anthony David featuring Algebra and Phonte [3-22-2011]. Smooth R&B and hip-hop collaboration lead by Anthony David, R&B groovster out of Savannah, Georgia.
14. “Sick, Sick, Sick” - Bayside (2-22-2011). Fiesty alt-rocker by moody, guitar-driven emo band out of Long Island.
15. “Buss It Wide Open” – Lil Kee (single) [2-15-2011]. Unedited, naughty hip-hop by emerging rapper born in Providence and raised in Tampa.
16. “My Name is Trouble” – Keren Ann [3-22-2011]. Easy pop track featuring flowing female vocals against good groovin’ backdrop by Israeli-born performer.
17. “What the Hell” – Avril Lavigne [3-4-2011]. Shameless, gum-smacking girl-pop grounded in retro dance beats.
18. “There’s a Limit to Your Love” – James Blake [2-7-2011]. Innovative, spacey, electronica cover of alt-original by Feist off self-titled debut album.
19. “Damn These Vampires” – The Mountain Goats [3-29-2011]. Expressive indie folk rock led by John Darnielle who’s been making Cali grooves out of Claremont for over 20 years.
20. “Retrosuperfuture” – Rick Ross featuring Wiz Khalifa [ to be released]. A funky, rougher-rap duet extolling the virtue of staying high off of newest album by Miami MC.
21. “Go Outside” – Cults [2-22-2011]. A brief, retro number with youthful choral vocals combine to establish new twee-pop single by emerging alt-band.
22. “Of Monsters and Men” – Little Talks [2-22-2011]. Emerging band out of Iceland lays out upbeat, self-released track complete with eager vocals and horns.
23. “Without You” – Rainbow Arabia [2-28-2011]. Mixing tribal beats, electro sounds and Middle Eastern instrumentation, this husband-wife duo emerges from the L.A. dance-punk scene.
24. “Wait & See” – Holy Ghost! [4-4-2011]. Contemporary pop electronica from Brooklyn duo.
25. “Civilian” – Wye Oak [3-8-2011]. Pretty female vocals layered over a rock backdrop in lead single by Baltimore-based indie rock duo.
26. “Back Seat” – New Boyz feat. The Cataracts [2-15-2011]. Pop synth dance track by druo who met before high school in L.A. that looks to get it on in the back seat with The Cataracts adding a sensual refrain.
27. “Truth” -- Alexander [3-1-2011]. Mellow, textured indie track off debut album by Alexander Ebert of Edward Sharpe fame.
28. “Far Away” – Marsha Ambrosius [3-1-2011]. Singer, songwriter and producer previously found success with R&B act Floetry, ventures out on her own with this new single from her debut album.
Tuesday, March 29, 2011
RollnSmokeRecords Presents: Best New Songs Released in Past 60 Days
1. “Boom” – Snoop Dogg featuring T-Pain [3-8-2011}. With a 70’s disco remix floating the background, Snoop lays out slick raps while T-Pain provides the dance-floor-worthy hook.
2. “Someone to Love Me” – Mary J. Blige [3-29-2011]. An earthier, more primal sound from the R & B soulstress who hosts a line up of collaborating hip-hoppers on this track– including a gritty cameo from Lil Wayne.
3. “Never Forget You,” – Lupe Fiasco with John Legend [3-7-2011]. Signature, super-phresh hip-hop loaded with smart & aware lyrics off latest collaborative album.
4. “Friday” – Rebecca Black [3-14-2011]. Shameless, mindless bubble gum pop celebrating TGIF via YouTube video.
5. “Knock Knock” – Mac Miller [2-11-11]. “White Boy Awesome” hip-hopper out of Pittsburgh, PA, lays out first hit single loaded with retro upbeat-backbeats.
6. “The Race” – Wiz Khalifa [3-8-2011]. Groovy, gritty hip-hop beats by the rising rapper out of Pittsburgh.
7. “Price Tag” – Jessie J [2-1-2011]. Emerging pop rocker from London is voted Winner of Critics Choice for 2011 Brits and lays out this sassy duet version with B.o.B.
8. “Lights” – Ellie Goulding [3-8-2011]. British vocalist balances electro-pop and indie folk off debut album.
9. “4evermore” – Anthony David featuring Algebra and Phonte [3-22-2011]. Smooth R&B and hip-hop collaboration lead by Anthony David, R&B groovster out of Savannah, Georgia.
10. “Sick, Sick, Sick” - Bayside (2-22-2011). Fiesty alt-rocker by moody, guitar-driven emo band out of Long Island.
11. “Buss It Wide Open” – Lil Kee (single) [2-15-2011]. Unedited, naughty hip-hop by emerging rapper born in Providence and raised in Tampa.
12. “My Name is Trouble” – Keren Ann [3-22-2011]. Easy pop track featuring flowing female vocals against good groovin’ backdrop by Israeli-born performer.
13. “What the Hell” – Avril Lavigne [3-4-2011]. Shameless, gum-smacking girl-pop grounded in retro dance beats.
14. “There’s a Limit to Your Love” – James Blake [2-7-2011]. Innovative, spacey, electronica cover of alt-original by Feist off self-titled debut album.
15. “Damn These Vampires” – The Mountain Goats [3-29-2011]. Expressive indie folk rock led by John Darnielle who’s been making Cali grooves out of Claremont for over 20 years.
16. “Rad Pitt” – Egyptian Hip Hop [2-1-2011]. With British Invasion appeal and notable lead vocals, these boys from Manchester lay out a good alt-vibe.
17. “Retrosuperfuture” – Rick Ross featuring Wiz Khalifa [ to be released]. A funky, rougher-rap duet extolling the virtue of staying high off of newest album by Miami MC.
18. “Go Outside” – Cults [2-22-2011]. A brief, retro number with youthful choral vocals combine to establish new twee-pop single by emerging alt-band.
19. “Of Monsters and Men” – Little Talks [2-22-2011]. Emerging band out of Iceland lays out upbeat, self-released track complete with eager vocals and horns.
20. “Credit Card Babie$” – MEN [1-28-2011]. Part of the bath-house micro-genre, this slighty-spazzy electro-pop track uses wash-your-mouth-out lyrics to play on contemporary sex and begetting.
21. “Without You” – Rainbow Arabia [2-28-2011]. Mixing tribal beats, electro sounds and Middle Eastern instrumentation, this husband-wife duo emerges from the L.A. dance-punk scene.
22. “Civilian” – Wye Oak [3-8-2011]. Pretty female vocals layered over a rock backdrop in lead single by Baltimore-based indie rock duo.
23. “Back Seat” – New Boyz feat. The Cataracts [2-15-2011]. Pop synth dance track by druo who met before high school in L.A. that looks to get it on in the back seat with The Cataracts adding a sensual refrain.
24. “Truth” -- Alexander [3-1-2011]. Mellow, textured indie track off debut album by Alexander Ebert of Edward Sharpe fame.
25. “Far Away” – Marsha Ambrosius [3-1-2011]. Singer, songwriter and producer previously found success with R&B act Floetry, ventures out on her own with this new single from her debut album.
26. “The Ballad of Mona Lisa” – Panic! At the Disco [2-1-2011]. Stadium-ready fist-pumper by suburban Las Vegas teens cum national emo pop stars.
27. “Kaputt” – Destroyer [1-25-2011]. Dan Bejar has contributed to The New Pornographers over the years, but Destroyer is his solo project out of Vancouver, B.C., and this track is smooth-flowing indie rock.
28. “Still Sound” – Toro y Moi [1-25-2011]. Chill indie-electronic grooves from Columbia, South Carolina.
2. “Someone to Love Me” – Mary J. Blige [3-29-2011]. An earthier, more primal sound from the R & B soulstress who hosts a line up of collaborating hip-hoppers on this track– including a gritty cameo from Lil Wayne.
3. “Never Forget You,” – Lupe Fiasco with John Legend [3-7-2011]. Signature, super-phresh hip-hop loaded with smart & aware lyrics off latest collaborative album.
4. “Friday” – Rebecca Black [3-14-2011]. Shameless, mindless bubble gum pop celebrating TGIF via YouTube video.
5. “Knock Knock” – Mac Miller [2-11-11]. “White Boy Awesome” hip-hopper out of Pittsburgh, PA, lays out first hit single loaded with retro upbeat-backbeats.
6. “The Race” – Wiz Khalifa [3-8-2011]. Groovy, gritty hip-hop beats by the rising rapper out of Pittsburgh.
7. “Price Tag” – Jessie J [2-1-2011]. Emerging pop rocker from London is voted Winner of Critics Choice for 2011 Brits and lays out this sassy duet version with B.o.B.
8. “Lights” – Ellie Goulding [3-8-2011]. British vocalist balances electro-pop and indie folk off debut album.
9. “4evermore” – Anthony David featuring Algebra and Phonte [3-22-2011]. Smooth R&B and hip-hop collaboration lead by Anthony David, R&B groovster out of Savannah, Georgia.
10. “Sick, Sick, Sick” - Bayside (2-22-2011). Fiesty alt-rocker by moody, guitar-driven emo band out of Long Island.
11. “Buss It Wide Open” – Lil Kee (single) [2-15-2011]. Unedited, naughty hip-hop by emerging rapper born in Providence and raised in Tampa.
12. “My Name is Trouble” – Keren Ann [3-22-2011]. Easy pop track featuring flowing female vocals against good groovin’ backdrop by Israeli-born performer.
13. “What the Hell” – Avril Lavigne [3-4-2011]. Shameless, gum-smacking girl-pop grounded in retro dance beats.
14. “There’s a Limit to Your Love” – James Blake [2-7-2011]. Innovative, spacey, electronica cover of alt-original by Feist off self-titled debut album.
15. “Damn These Vampires” – The Mountain Goats [3-29-2011]. Expressive indie folk rock led by John Darnielle who’s been making Cali grooves out of Claremont for over 20 years.
16. “Rad Pitt” – Egyptian Hip Hop [2-1-2011]. With British Invasion appeal and notable lead vocals, these boys from Manchester lay out a good alt-vibe.
17. “Retrosuperfuture” – Rick Ross featuring Wiz Khalifa [ to be released]. A funky, rougher-rap duet extolling the virtue of staying high off of newest album by Miami MC.
18. “Go Outside” – Cults [2-22-2011]. A brief, retro number with youthful choral vocals combine to establish new twee-pop single by emerging alt-band.
19. “Of Monsters and Men” – Little Talks [2-22-2011]. Emerging band out of Iceland lays out upbeat, self-released track complete with eager vocals and horns.
20. “Credit Card Babie$” – MEN [1-28-2011]. Part of the bath-house micro-genre, this slighty-spazzy electro-pop track uses wash-your-mouth-out lyrics to play on contemporary sex and begetting.
21. “Without You” – Rainbow Arabia [2-28-2011]. Mixing tribal beats, electro sounds and Middle Eastern instrumentation, this husband-wife duo emerges from the L.A. dance-punk scene.
22. “Civilian” – Wye Oak [3-8-2011]. Pretty female vocals layered over a rock backdrop in lead single by Baltimore-based indie rock duo.
23. “Back Seat” – New Boyz feat. The Cataracts [2-15-2011]. Pop synth dance track by druo who met before high school in L.A. that looks to get it on in the back seat with The Cataracts adding a sensual refrain.
24. “Truth” -- Alexander [3-1-2011]. Mellow, textured indie track off debut album by Alexander Ebert of Edward Sharpe fame.
25. “Far Away” – Marsha Ambrosius [3-1-2011]. Singer, songwriter and producer previously found success with R&B act Floetry, ventures out on her own with this new single from her debut album.
26. “The Ballad of Mona Lisa” – Panic! At the Disco [2-1-2011]. Stadium-ready fist-pumper by suburban Las Vegas teens cum national emo pop stars.
27. “Kaputt” – Destroyer [1-25-2011]. Dan Bejar has contributed to The New Pornographers over the years, but Destroyer is his solo project out of Vancouver, B.C., and this track is smooth-flowing indie rock.
28. “Still Sound” – Toro y Moi [1-25-2011]. Chill indie-electronic grooves from Columbia, South Carolina.
Tuesday, March 8, 2011
RollnSmokeRecords Presents: Best New Songs Released in Past 60 Days
1. “Never Forget You,” – Lupe Fiasco with John Legend [3-7-2011]. Signature, super-phresh hip-hop loaded with smart & aware lyrics off latest collaborative album.
2. “Knock Knock” – Mac Miller [2-11-11]. “White Boy Awesome” hip-hopper out of Pittsburgh, PA, lays out first hit single loaded with retro upbeat-backbeats.
3. “Walking” – Mary Mary [12-7-10]. Latest soulful girl-power R&B track by gospel sisters duo out of Inglewood, CA.
4. “The Race” – Wiz Khalifa [3-8-2011]. Groovy, gritty hip-hop beats by the rising rapper out of Pittsburgh.
5. “Pumped Up Kicks” – Foster the People [1-18-2011]. Groovy lo-fi by newly-formed alt-indie quartet out of L.A. off smokin’ self-titled debut EP.
6. “Jazzmataz” – Jay Electronica (to be released) A hip-hop collage of preaching, hip hop , loose bass background and soulful female trio combine for a tribute to Guru.
7. “Price Tag” – Jessie J [2-1-2011]. Emerging pop rocker from London is voted Winner of Critics Choice for 2011 Brits and lays out this sassy duet version with B.o.B.
8. “California Sunrise” – Dirty Gold [1-18-2011]. Easy alt-hippy-surfer rock track by emerging young band out of San Diego.
9. “That Good” – Snoop Dogg featuring Wiz Khalifa [1-18-2011]. From the upcoming “High School” movie project, this hip-hop track has an old-school Cali feeling in praise of a “sack of dank.”
10. “What the Hell” – Avril Lavigne [3-4-2011]. Shameless, gum-smacking girl-pop grounded in retro dance beats.
11. “There’s a Limit to Your Love” – James Blake [2-7-2011]. Innovative, spacey, electronica cover of alt-original by Feist off self-titled debut album.
12. “Rad Pitt” – Egyptian Hip Hop [2-1-2011]. With British Invasion appeal and notable lead vocals, these boys from Manchester lay out a good alt-vibe.
13. “Retrosuperfuture” – Rick Ross featuring Wiz Khalifa [ to be released]. A funky, rougher-rap duet extolling the virtue of staying high off of newest album by Miami MC.
14. “Go Outside” – Cults [2-22-2011]. A brief, retro number with youthful choral vocals combine to establish new twee-pop single by emerging alt-band.
15. “Of Monsters and Men” – Little Talks [2-22-2011]. Emerging band out of Iceland lays out upbeat, self-released track complete with eager vocals and horns.
16. “Credit Card Babie$” – MEN [1-28-2011]. Part of the bath-house micro-genre, this slighty-spazzy electro-pop track uses wash-your-mouth-out lyrics to play on contemporary sex and begetting.
17. “Without You” – Rainbow Arabia [2-28-2011]. Mixing tribal beats, electro sounds and Middle Eastern instrumentation, this husband-wife duo emerges from the L.A. dance-punk scene.
18. “Civilian” – Wye Oak [3-8-2011]. Pretty female vocals layered over a rock backdrop in lead single by Baltimore-based indie rock duo.
19. “Hauntin’ Me” – Keep Shelly in Athens [1-21-2011]. Grecian duo lays out experimental and atmospheric electro-pop lounge-sound track.
20. “Back Seat” – New Boyz feat. The Cataracts [2-15-2011]. Pop synth dance track by druo who met before high school in L.A. that looks to get it on in the back seat with The Cataracts adding a sensual refrain.
21. “Truth” -- Alexander [3-1-2011]. Mellow, textured indie track off debut album by Alexander Ebert of Edward Sharpe fame.
22. “Far Away” – Marsha Ambrosius [3-1-2011]. Singer, songwriter and producer previously found success with R&B act Floetry, ventures out on her own with this new single from her debut album.
23. “Killin’ the Vibe” – Ducktails [1-18-2011]. Laid back and upfront lyrics backed by strings and percussions by prolific side project band engineered by Matthew Mondanile of the alt-indie band, Real Estate.
24. “The Ballad of Mona Lisa” – Panic! At the Disco [2-1-2011]. Stadium-ready fist-pumper by suburban Las Vegas teens cum national emo pop stars.
25. “Kaputt” – Destroyer [1-25-2011]. Dan Bejar has contributed to The New Pornographers over the years, but Destroyer is his solo project out of Vancouver, B.C., and this track is smooth-flowing indie rock.
26. “Still Sound” – Toro y Moi [1-25-2011]. Chill indie-electronic grooves from Columbia, South Carolina.
2. “Knock Knock” – Mac Miller [2-11-11]. “White Boy Awesome” hip-hopper out of Pittsburgh, PA, lays out first hit single loaded with retro upbeat-backbeats.
3. “Walking” – Mary Mary [12-7-10]. Latest soulful girl-power R&B track by gospel sisters duo out of Inglewood, CA.
4. “The Race” – Wiz Khalifa [3-8-2011]. Groovy, gritty hip-hop beats by the rising rapper out of Pittsburgh.
5. “Pumped Up Kicks” – Foster the People [1-18-2011]. Groovy lo-fi by newly-formed alt-indie quartet out of L.A. off smokin’ self-titled debut EP.
6. “Jazzmataz” – Jay Electronica (to be released) A hip-hop collage of preaching, hip hop , loose bass background and soulful female trio combine for a tribute to Guru.
7. “Price Tag” – Jessie J [2-1-2011]. Emerging pop rocker from London is voted Winner of Critics Choice for 2011 Brits and lays out this sassy duet version with B.o.B.
8. “California Sunrise” – Dirty Gold [1-18-2011]. Easy alt-hippy-surfer rock track by emerging young band out of San Diego.
9. “That Good” – Snoop Dogg featuring Wiz Khalifa [1-18-2011]. From the upcoming “High School” movie project, this hip-hop track has an old-school Cali feeling in praise of a “sack of dank.”
10. “What the Hell” – Avril Lavigne [3-4-2011]. Shameless, gum-smacking girl-pop grounded in retro dance beats.
11. “There’s a Limit to Your Love” – James Blake [2-7-2011]. Innovative, spacey, electronica cover of alt-original by Feist off self-titled debut album.
12. “Rad Pitt” – Egyptian Hip Hop [2-1-2011]. With British Invasion appeal and notable lead vocals, these boys from Manchester lay out a good alt-vibe.
13. “Retrosuperfuture” – Rick Ross featuring Wiz Khalifa [ to be released]. A funky, rougher-rap duet extolling the virtue of staying high off of newest album by Miami MC.
14. “Go Outside” – Cults [2-22-2011]. A brief, retro number with youthful choral vocals combine to establish new twee-pop single by emerging alt-band.
15. “Of Monsters and Men” – Little Talks [2-22-2011]. Emerging band out of Iceland lays out upbeat, self-released track complete with eager vocals and horns.
16. “Credit Card Babie$” – MEN [1-28-2011]. Part of the bath-house micro-genre, this slighty-spazzy electro-pop track uses wash-your-mouth-out lyrics to play on contemporary sex and begetting.
17. “Without You” – Rainbow Arabia [2-28-2011]. Mixing tribal beats, electro sounds and Middle Eastern instrumentation, this husband-wife duo emerges from the L.A. dance-punk scene.
18. “Civilian” – Wye Oak [3-8-2011]. Pretty female vocals layered over a rock backdrop in lead single by Baltimore-based indie rock duo.
19. “Hauntin’ Me” – Keep Shelly in Athens [1-21-2011]. Grecian duo lays out experimental and atmospheric electro-pop lounge-sound track.
20. “Back Seat” – New Boyz feat. The Cataracts [2-15-2011]. Pop synth dance track by druo who met before high school in L.A. that looks to get it on in the back seat with The Cataracts adding a sensual refrain.
21. “Truth” -- Alexander [3-1-2011]. Mellow, textured indie track off debut album by Alexander Ebert of Edward Sharpe fame.
22. “Far Away” – Marsha Ambrosius [3-1-2011]. Singer, songwriter and producer previously found success with R&B act Floetry, ventures out on her own with this new single from her debut album.
23. “Killin’ the Vibe” – Ducktails [1-18-2011]. Laid back and upfront lyrics backed by strings and percussions by prolific side project band engineered by Matthew Mondanile of the alt-indie band, Real Estate.
24. “The Ballad of Mona Lisa” – Panic! At the Disco [2-1-2011]. Stadium-ready fist-pumper by suburban Las Vegas teens cum national emo pop stars.
25. “Kaputt” – Destroyer [1-25-2011]. Dan Bejar has contributed to The New Pornographers over the years, but Destroyer is his solo project out of Vancouver, B.C., and this track is smooth-flowing indie rock.
26. “Still Sound” – Toro y Moi [1-25-2011]. Chill indie-electronic grooves from Columbia, South Carolina.
Thursday, February 24, 2011
RollnSmokeRecords Presents: Best New Songs Released in Past 60 Days
1. “Pumped Up Kicks” – Foster the People [1-18-2011]. Groovy lo-fi by newly-formed alt-indie quartet out of L.A. off smokin’ self-titled debut EP.
2. “Jazzmataz” – Jay Electronica (to be released) A hip-hop collage of preaching, hip hop , loose bass background and soulful female trio combine for a tribute to Guru.
3. “Price Tag” – Jessie J [2-1-2011]. Emerging pop rocker from London is voted Winner of Critics Choice for 2011 Brits and lays out this sassy duet version with B.o.B.
4. “Rad Pitt” – Egyptian Hip Hop [2-1-2011]. With British Invasion appeal and notable lead vocals, these boys from Manchester lay out a good alt-vibe.
5. “Moneygrabber” – Fitz and The Tantrums [1-5-2011] Brewing up a retro-soul, Motown sound by new septet discovered at South by Southwest.
6. “California Sunrise” – Dirty Gold [1-18-2011]. Easy alt-hippy-surfer rock track by emerging young band out of San Diego.
7. “That Good” – Snoop Dogg featuring Wiz Khalifa [1-18-2011]. From the upcoming “High School” movie project, this hip-hop track has an old-school Cali feeling in praise of a “sack of dank.”
8. “There’s a Limit to Your Love” – James Blake [2-7-2011]. Innovative, spacey, electronica cover of alt-original by Feist off self-titled debut album.
9. “Retrosuperfuture” – Rick Ross featuring Wiz Khalifa [ to be released]. A funky, rougher-rap duet extolling the virtue of staying high off of newest album by Miami MC.
10. “Go Outside” – Cults [2-22-2011]. A brief, retro number with youthful choral vocals combine to establish new twee-pop single by emerging alt-band.
11. “Sick of You” – Cake [1-11-2011]. Sayin’ is straight a la ageless alternative rock with phat rips, horns and swinging grooves by hip, SoCal stalwart.
12. “Of Monsters and Men” – Little Talks [2-22-2011]. Emerging band out of Iceland lays out upbeat, self-released track complete with eager vocals and horns.
13. “Credit Card Babie$” – MEN [1-28-2011]. Part of the bath-house micro-genre, this slighty-spazzy electro-pop track uses wash-your-mouth-out lyrics to play on contemporary sex and begetting.
14. “Hauntin’ Me” – Keep Shelly in Athens [1-21-2011]. Grecian duo lays out experimental and atmospheric electro-pop lounge-sound track.
15. “Back Seat” – New Boyz feat. The Cataracts [to be released]. Pop synth dance track by druo who met before high school in L.A. that looks to get it on in the back seat with The Cataracts adding a sensual refrain.
16. “Far Away” – Marsha Ambrosius [3-1-2011]. Singer, songwriter and producer previously found success with R&B act Floetry, ventures out on her own with this new single from her debut album.
17. “Civilian” – Wye Oak [3-8-2011]. Pretty female vocals lead ride over rock backdrop in this lead single from forthcoming album by Baltimore-based indie rock duo.
18. “Killin’ the Vibe” – Ducktails [1-18-2011]. Laid back and upfront lyrics backed by strings and percussions by prolific side project band engineered by Matthew Mondanile of the alt-indie band, Real Estate.
19. “The Ballad of Mona Lisa” – Panic! At the Disco [2-1-2011]. Stadium-ready fist-pumper by suburban Las Vegas teens cum national emo pop stars.
20. “Kaputt” – Destroyer [1-25-2011]. Dan Bejar has contributed to The New Pornographers over the years, but Destroyer is his solo project out of Vancouver, B.C., and this track is smooth-flowing indie rock.
21. “Neu Chicago” – Clive Tanaka Y Su Orquesta [1-11-11]. An upbeat, genre-bending track by Japanese musical artist that sounds like steel drums underwater with a happy chorus singing a positive refrain.
22. “Marathon” – Tennis [1-11-11]. Pixie voice and retro background combine for delightful and light track by indie pop (who are married!) out of Denver.
23. “Still Sound” – Toro y Moi [1-25-2011]. Chill indie-electronic grooves from Columbia, South Carolina.
24. “Shot Yourself in the Foot” – Skream & Example [1-5-2011]. A British Duo who met at a rave on a beach in Miami lays out manageable dubstep.
25. “Safari Disco Club” – Yelle [1-5-2011]. Snappy club electronica lead track from forthcoming same-titled CD by bright, colorful French pop singer.
2. “Jazzmataz” – Jay Electronica (to be released) A hip-hop collage of preaching, hip hop , loose bass background and soulful female trio combine for a tribute to Guru.
3. “Price Tag” – Jessie J [2-1-2011]. Emerging pop rocker from London is voted Winner of Critics Choice for 2011 Brits and lays out this sassy duet version with B.o.B.
4. “Rad Pitt” – Egyptian Hip Hop [2-1-2011]. With British Invasion appeal and notable lead vocals, these boys from Manchester lay out a good alt-vibe.
5. “Moneygrabber” – Fitz and The Tantrums [1-5-2011] Brewing up a retro-soul, Motown sound by new septet discovered at South by Southwest.
6. “California Sunrise” – Dirty Gold [1-18-2011]. Easy alt-hippy-surfer rock track by emerging young band out of San Diego.
7. “That Good” – Snoop Dogg featuring Wiz Khalifa [1-18-2011]. From the upcoming “High School” movie project, this hip-hop track has an old-school Cali feeling in praise of a “sack of dank.”
8. “There’s a Limit to Your Love” – James Blake [2-7-2011]. Innovative, spacey, electronica cover of alt-original by Feist off self-titled debut album.
9. “Retrosuperfuture” – Rick Ross featuring Wiz Khalifa [ to be released]. A funky, rougher-rap duet extolling the virtue of staying high off of newest album by Miami MC.
10. “Go Outside” – Cults [2-22-2011]. A brief, retro number with youthful choral vocals combine to establish new twee-pop single by emerging alt-band.
11. “Sick of You” – Cake [1-11-2011]. Sayin’ is straight a la ageless alternative rock with phat rips, horns and swinging grooves by hip, SoCal stalwart.
12. “Of Monsters and Men” – Little Talks [2-22-2011]. Emerging band out of Iceland lays out upbeat, self-released track complete with eager vocals and horns.
13. “Credit Card Babie$” – MEN [1-28-2011]. Part of the bath-house micro-genre, this slighty-spazzy electro-pop track uses wash-your-mouth-out lyrics to play on contemporary sex and begetting.
14. “Hauntin’ Me” – Keep Shelly in Athens [1-21-2011]. Grecian duo lays out experimental and atmospheric electro-pop lounge-sound track.
15. “Back Seat” – New Boyz feat. The Cataracts [to be released]. Pop synth dance track by druo who met before high school in L.A. that looks to get it on in the back seat with The Cataracts adding a sensual refrain.
16. “Far Away” – Marsha Ambrosius [3-1-2011]. Singer, songwriter and producer previously found success with R&B act Floetry, ventures out on her own with this new single from her debut album.
17. “Civilian” – Wye Oak [3-8-2011]. Pretty female vocals lead ride over rock backdrop in this lead single from forthcoming album by Baltimore-based indie rock duo.
18. “Killin’ the Vibe” – Ducktails [1-18-2011]. Laid back and upfront lyrics backed by strings and percussions by prolific side project band engineered by Matthew Mondanile of the alt-indie band, Real Estate.
19. “The Ballad of Mona Lisa” – Panic! At the Disco [2-1-2011]. Stadium-ready fist-pumper by suburban Las Vegas teens cum national emo pop stars.
20. “Kaputt” – Destroyer [1-25-2011]. Dan Bejar has contributed to The New Pornographers over the years, but Destroyer is his solo project out of Vancouver, B.C., and this track is smooth-flowing indie rock.
21. “Neu Chicago” – Clive Tanaka Y Su Orquesta [1-11-11]. An upbeat, genre-bending track by Japanese musical artist that sounds like steel drums underwater with a happy chorus singing a positive refrain.
22. “Marathon” – Tennis [1-11-11]. Pixie voice and retro background combine for delightful and light track by indie pop (who are married!) out of Denver.
23. “Still Sound” – Toro y Moi [1-25-2011]. Chill indie-electronic grooves from Columbia, South Carolina.
24. “Shot Yourself in the Foot” – Skream & Example [1-5-2011]. A British Duo who met at a rave on a beach in Miami lays out manageable dubstep.
25. “Safari Disco Club” – Yelle [1-5-2011]. Snappy club electronica lead track from forthcoming same-titled CD by bright, colorful French pop singer.
Wednesday, February 9, 2011
RollnSmokeRecords Presents: Best New Songs Released in Past 60 Days
1. “Pumped Up Kicks” – Foster the People [1-18-2011]. Groovy lo-fi by newly-formed alt-indie quartet out of L.A. off smokin’ self-titled debut EP.
2. “Jazzmataz” – Jay Electronica (to be released) A hip-hop collage of preaching, hip hop , loose bass background and soulful female trio combine for a tribute to Guru.
3. “Price Tag” – Jessie J [2-1-2011]. Emerging pop rocker from London is voted Winner of Critics Choice for 2011 Brits and lays out this sassy duet version with B.o.B.
4. “Sweat” – Snoop Dogg featuring The Cataracts (12-17-10). Slinky, nasty electroporn, and who knew Snoop could hold a note?
5. “Get Some” – Lykke Li [12-10-10]. Big percussion combined with Li’s vocals offers it up with a dance beat by Sweidish indie pop artist.
6. “Rad Pitt” – Egyptian Hip Hop [2-1-2011]. With British Invasion appeal and notable lead vocals, these boys from Manchester lay out a good alt-vibe.
7. “Moneygrabber” – Fitz and The Tantrums [1-5-2011] Brewing up a retro-soul, Motown sound by new septet discovered at South by Southwest.
8. “California Sunrise” – Dirty Gold [1-18-2011]. Easy alt-hippy-surfer rock track by emerging young band out of San Diego.
9. “That Good” – Snoop Dogg featuring Wiz Khalifa [1-18-2011]. From the upcoming “High School” movie project, this hip-hop track has an old-school Cali feeling in praise of a “sack of dank.”
10. “There’s a Limit to Your Love” – James Blake [2-7-2011]. Innovative, spacey, electronica cover of alt-original by Feist off self-titled debut album.
11. “Sick of You” – Cake [1-11-2011]. Sayin’ is straight a la ageless alternative rock with phat rips, horns and swinging grooves by hip, SoCal stalwart.
12. “Country Boy” – Aaron Lewis [12-7-2010]. Angsty, new age-country acoustic track by Staind lead.
13. “Killin’ the Vibe” – Ducktails [1-18-2011]. Laid back and upfront lyrics backed by strings and percussions by prolific side project band engineered by Matthew Mondanile of the alt-indie band, Real Estate.
14. “In Love, Not Limbo” – Of Oceans [12-15-2010]. Contemporary Instrumental with atmospheric, airy vocals off EP by emerging electronic project out of the Motor City.
15. “Hauntin’ Me” – Keep Shelly in Athens [1-21-2011]. Grecian duo lays out experimental and atmospheric electro-pop lounge-sound track.
16. “Back Seat” – New Boyz feat. The Cataracts [to be released]. Pop synth dance track by druo who met before high school in L.A. that looks to get it on in the back seat with The Cataracts adding a sensual refrain.
17. “Credit Card Babie$” – MEN [1-28-2011]. Part of the bath-house micro-genre, this slighty-spazzy electro-pop track uses wash-your-mouth-out lyrics to play on contemporary sex and begetting.
18. “The Ballad of Mona Lisa” – Panic! At the Disco [2-1-2011]. Stadium-ready fist-pumper by suburban Las Vegas teens cum national emo pop stars.
19. “Black and Yellow” – Wiz Khalifa [12-21-2010]. Enormous commercial hip-hop hit by rapper out of Pittsburgh.
20. “Kaputt” – Destroyer [1-25-2011]. Dan Bejar has contributed to The New Pornographers over the years, but Destroyer is his solo project out of Vancouver, B.C., and this track is smooth-flowing indie rock.
21. “Neu Chicago” – Clive Tanaka Y Su Orquesta [1-11-11]. An upbeat, genre-bending track by Japanese musical artist that sounds like steel drums underwater with a happy chorus singing a positive refrain.
22. “Marathon” – Tennis [1-11-11]. Pixie voice and retro background combine for delightful and light track by indie pop (who are married!) out of Denver.
23. “Still Sound” – Toro y Moi [1-25-2011]. Chill indie-electronic grooves from Columbia, South Carolina.
24. “Shot Yourself in the Foot” – Skream & Example [1-5-2011]. A British Duo who met at a rave on a beach in Miami lays out manageable dubstep.
25. “Safari Disco Club” – Yelle [1-5-2011]. Snappy club electronica lead track from forthcoming same-titled CD by bright, colorful French pop singer.
2. “Jazzmataz” – Jay Electronica (to be released) A hip-hop collage of preaching, hip hop , loose bass background and soulful female trio combine for a tribute to Guru.
3. “Price Tag” – Jessie J [2-1-2011]. Emerging pop rocker from London is voted Winner of Critics Choice for 2011 Brits and lays out this sassy duet version with B.o.B.
4. “Sweat” – Snoop Dogg featuring The Cataracts (12-17-10). Slinky, nasty electroporn, and who knew Snoop could hold a note?
5. “Get Some” – Lykke Li [12-10-10]. Big percussion combined with Li’s vocals offers it up with a dance beat by Sweidish indie pop artist.
6. “Rad Pitt” – Egyptian Hip Hop [2-1-2011]. With British Invasion appeal and notable lead vocals, these boys from Manchester lay out a good alt-vibe.
7. “Moneygrabber” – Fitz and The Tantrums [1-5-2011] Brewing up a retro-soul, Motown sound by new septet discovered at South by Southwest.
8. “California Sunrise” – Dirty Gold [1-18-2011]. Easy alt-hippy-surfer rock track by emerging young band out of San Diego.
9. “That Good” – Snoop Dogg featuring Wiz Khalifa [1-18-2011]. From the upcoming “High School” movie project, this hip-hop track has an old-school Cali feeling in praise of a “sack of dank.”
10. “There’s a Limit to Your Love” – James Blake [2-7-2011]. Innovative, spacey, electronica cover of alt-original by Feist off self-titled debut album.
11. “Sick of You” – Cake [1-11-2011]. Sayin’ is straight a la ageless alternative rock with phat rips, horns and swinging grooves by hip, SoCal stalwart.
12. “Country Boy” – Aaron Lewis [12-7-2010]. Angsty, new age-country acoustic track by Staind lead.
13. “Killin’ the Vibe” – Ducktails [1-18-2011]. Laid back and upfront lyrics backed by strings and percussions by prolific side project band engineered by Matthew Mondanile of the alt-indie band, Real Estate.
14. “In Love, Not Limbo” – Of Oceans [12-15-2010]. Contemporary Instrumental with atmospheric, airy vocals off EP by emerging electronic project out of the Motor City.
15. “Hauntin’ Me” – Keep Shelly in Athens [1-21-2011]. Grecian duo lays out experimental and atmospheric electro-pop lounge-sound track.
16. “Back Seat” – New Boyz feat. The Cataracts [to be released]. Pop synth dance track by druo who met before high school in L.A. that looks to get it on in the back seat with The Cataracts adding a sensual refrain.
17. “Credit Card Babie$” – MEN [1-28-2011]. Part of the bath-house micro-genre, this slighty-spazzy electro-pop track uses wash-your-mouth-out lyrics to play on contemporary sex and begetting.
18. “The Ballad of Mona Lisa” – Panic! At the Disco [2-1-2011]. Stadium-ready fist-pumper by suburban Las Vegas teens cum national emo pop stars.
19. “Black and Yellow” – Wiz Khalifa [12-21-2010]. Enormous commercial hip-hop hit by rapper out of Pittsburgh.
20. “Kaputt” – Destroyer [1-25-2011]. Dan Bejar has contributed to The New Pornographers over the years, but Destroyer is his solo project out of Vancouver, B.C., and this track is smooth-flowing indie rock.
21. “Neu Chicago” – Clive Tanaka Y Su Orquesta [1-11-11]. An upbeat, genre-bending track by Japanese musical artist that sounds like steel drums underwater with a happy chorus singing a positive refrain.
22. “Marathon” – Tennis [1-11-11]. Pixie voice and retro background combine for delightful and light track by indie pop (who are married!) out of Denver.
23. “Still Sound” – Toro y Moi [1-25-2011]. Chill indie-electronic grooves from Columbia, South Carolina.
24. “Shot Yourself in the Foot” – Skream & Example [1-5-2011]. A British Duo who met at a rave on a beach in Miami lays out manageable dubstep.
25. “Safari Disco Club” – Yelle [1-5-2011]. Snappy club electronica lead track from forthcoming same-titled CD by bright, colorful French pop singer.
Wednesday, January 26, 2011
RollnSmokeRecords Presents: Best New Songs Released in Past 60 Days
1. “Jazzmataz” – Jay Electronica (to be released) A hip-hop collage of preaching, hip hop , loose bass background and soulful female trio combine for a tribute to Guru.
2. “Pumped Up Kicks” – Foster the People [1-18-2011]. Groovy lo-fi by newly-formed alt-indie quartet out of L.A. off smokin’ self-titled debut EP.
3. “Safari Disco Club” – Yelle [1-5-2011]. Snappy club electronica lead track from forthcoming same-titled CD by bright, colorful French pop singer.
4. “Get Some” – Lykke Li [12-10-10]. Big percussion combined with Li’s vocals offers it up with a dance beat by Sweidish indie pop artist.
5. “Moneygrabber” – Fitz and The Tantrums [1-5-2011] Brewing up a retro-soul, Motown sound by new septet discovered at South by Southwest.
6. “California Sunrise” – Dirty Gold [1-18-2011]. Easy alt-hippy-surfer rock track by emerging young band out of San Diego.
7. “That Good” – Snoop Dogg featuring Wiz Khalifa [1-18-2011]. From the upcoming “High School” movie project, this hip-hop track has an old-school Cali feeling in praise of a “sack of dank.”
8. “Sick of You” – Cake [1-11-2011]. Sayin’ is straight a la ageless alternative rock with phat rips, horns and swinging grooves by hip, SoCal stalwart.
9. “Wake Up Everybody” – John Legend and The Roots [12-6-2010]. A funk-soul pairing that covers this Harold Melvin classic with contemporary, sleek aplomb.
10. “In Love, Not Limbo” – Of Oceans [12-15-2010]. Contemporary Instrumental with atmospheric, airy vocals off EP by emerging electronic project out of the Motor City.
11. “Black and Yellow” – Wiz Khalifa [12-21-2010]. Enormous commercial hip-hop hit by rapper out of Pittsburgh.
12. “Hauntin’ Me” – Keep Shelly in Athens [1-21-2011]. Grecian duo lays out experimental and atmospheric electro-pop lounge-sound track.
13. “Killin’ the Vibe” – Ducktails [1-18-2011]. Laid back and upfront lyrics backed by strings and percussions by prolific side project band engineered by Matthew Mondanile of the alt-indie band, Real Estate.
14. “Kaputt” – Destroyer [1-25-2011]. Dan Bejar has contributed to The New Pornographers over the years, but Destroyer is his solo project out of Vancouver, B.C., and this track is smooth-flowing indie rock.
15. “Sweat” – Snoop Dogg featuring The Cataracts (12-17-10). Slinky, nasty electroporn, and who knew Snoop could hold a note?
16. “United States of Pop 2010” – DJ Earworm (unreleased). Earworm’s annual collage of the year’s best Pop Tracks, well melded with smooth segues.
17. “Neu Chicago” – Clive Tanaka Y Su Orquesta [1-11-11]. An upbeat, genre-bending track by Japanese musical artist that sounds like steel drums underwater with a happy chorus singing a positive refrain.
18. “Rolling in the Deep” – Adele [11-30-2010] the lead single from Londoner Adele’s forthcoming album lays down a big beat, a blues disposition and drips with strong, smoky vocals.
19. “Back Seat” – New Boyz feat. The Cataracts [to be released]. Pop synth dance track by druo who met before high school in L.A. that looks to get it on in the back seat with The Cataracts adding a sensual refrain.
20. “Marathon” – Tennis [1-11-11]. Pixie voice and retro background combine for delightful and light track by indie pop (who are married!) out of Denver.
21. “Still Sound” – Toto y Moi [1-25-2011]. Chill indie-electronic grooves from Columbia, South Carolina.
22. “Shot Yourself in the Foot” – Skream & Example [1-5-2011]. A British Duo who met at a rave on a beach in Miami lays out manageable dubstep.
23. “Bass Down Low” – The Cataracts featuring Dev [12-7-2010]. Emerging G6 Cataract lays out voice over grating backbeat that’s awful and delicious all at once.
24. “Not in Love” – Crystal Castles (featuring Robert Smith) [12- 6-201o]. With a distinctly 80’s new Wave, Cure-like sound, this cover of the Platinum Blonde original features big synth background beats and a resonating refrain.
25. “Costume Party” – Two Door Cinema Club [to be released]. Mixing electric polish with guitar driven hooks makes for a pop-driven number by emerging trio out of Northern Ireland.
2. “Pumped Up Kicks” – Foster the People [1-18-2011]. Groovy lo-fi by newly-formed alt-indie quartet out of L.A. off smokin’ self-titled debut EP.
3. “Safari Disco Club” – Yelle [1-5-2011]. Snappy club electronica lead track from forthcoming same-titled CD by bright, colorful French pop singer.
4. “Get Some” – Lykke Li [12-10-10]. Big percussion combined with Li’s vocals offers it up with a dance beat by Sweidish indie pop artist.
5. “Moneygrabber” – Fitz and The Tantrums [1-5-2011] Brewing up a retro-soul, Motown sound by new septet discovered at South by Southwest.
6. “California Sunrise” – Dirty Gold [1-18-2011]. Easy alt-hippy-surfer rock track by emerging young band out of San Diego.
7. “That Good” – Snoop Dogg featuring Wiz Khalifa [1-18-2011]. From the upcoming “High School” movie project, this hip-hop track has an old-school Cali feeling in praise of a “sack of dank.”
8. “Sick of You” – Cake [1-11-2011]. Sayin’ is straight a la ageless alternative rock with phat rips, horns and swinging grooves by hip, SoCal stalwart.
9. “Wake Up Everybody” – John Legend and The Roots [12-6-2010]. A funk-soul pairing that covers this Harold Melvin classic with contemporary, sleek aplomb.
10. “In Love, Not Limbo” – Of Oceans [12-15-2010]. Contemporary Instrumental with atmospheric, airy vocals off EP by emerging electronic project out of the Motor City.
11. “Black and Yellow” – Wiz Khalifa [12-21-2010]. Enormous commercial hip-hop hit by rapper out of Pittsburgh.
12. “Hauntin’ Me” – Keep Shelly in Athens [1-21-2011]. Grecian duo lays out experimental and atmospheric electro-pop lounge-sound track.
13. “Killin’ the Vibe” – Ducktails [1-18-2011]. Laid back and upfront lyrics backed by strings and percussions by prolific side project band engineered by Matthew Mondanile of the alt-indie band, Real Estate.
14. “Kaputt” – Destroyer [1-25-2011]. Dan Bejar has contributed to The New Pornographers over the years, but Destroyer is his solo project out of Vancouver, B.C., and this track is smooth-flowing indie rock.
15. “Sweat” – Snoop Dogg featuring The Cataracts (12-17-10). Slinky, nasty electroporn, and who knew Snoop could hold a note?
16. “United States of Pop 2010” – DJ Earworm (unreleased). Earworm’s annual collage of the year’s best Pop Tracks, well melded with smooth segues.
17. “Neu Chicago” – Clive Tanaka Y Su Orquesta [1-11-11]. An upbeat, genre-bending track by Japanese musical artist that sounds like steel drums underwater with a happy chorus singing a positive refrain.
18. “Rolling in the Deep” – Adele [11-30-2010] the lead single from Londoner Adele’s forthcoming album lays down a big beat, a blues disposition and drips with strong, smoky vocals.
19. “Back Seat” – New Boyz feat. The Cataracts [to be released]. Pop synth dance track by druo who met before high school in L.A. that looks to get it on in the back seat with The Cataracts adding a sensual refrain.
20. “Marathon” – Tennis [1-11-11]. Pixie voice and retro background combine for delightful and light track by indie pop (who are married!) out of Denver.
21. “Still Sound” – Toto y Moi [1-25-2011]. Chill indie-electronic grooves from Columbia, South Carolina.
22. “Shot Yourself in the Foot” – Skream & Example [1-5-2011]. A British Duo who met at a rave on a beach in Miami lays out manageable dubstep.
23. “Bass Down Low” – The Cataracts featuring Dev [12-7-2010]. Emerging G6 Cataract lays out voice over grating backbeat that’s awful and delicious all at once.
24. “Not in Love” – Crystal Castles (featuring Robert Smith) [12- 6-201o]. With a distinctly 80’s new Wave, Cure-like sound, this cover of the Platinum Blonde original features big synth background beats and a resonating refrain.
25. “Costume Party” – Two Door Cinema Club [to be released]. Mixing electric polish with guitar driven hooks makes for a pop-driven number by emerging trio out of Northern Ireland.
Thursday, January 13, 2011
RollnSmokeRecords Presents: Best New Songs Released in Past 60 Days
1. “Moneygrabber” – Fitz and The Tantrums [1-5-2010] Brewing up a retro-soul, Motown sound by new septet discovered at South by Southwest.
2. “Get Some” – Lykke Li [12-10-10]. Big percussion combined with Li’s vocals offers it up with a dance beat by Sweidish indie pop artist.
3. “Moment 4 Life” – Nicki Minaj featuring Drake [11-22-10]. A soulful & harmonic refrain along with a cameo from Drake gives this R&B tracks good texture against Nicki’s gruff raps.
4. “Wet” – Snoop Dogg featuring The Cataracts (12-17-10). Slinky, nasty electroporn, and who knew Snoop could hold a note?
5. “Sick of You” – Cake [1-11-2011]. Sayin’ is straight a la ageless alternative rock with phat rips, horns and swinging grooves by hip, SoCal stalwart.
6. “Wake Up Everybody” – John Legend and The Roots [12-6-2010]. A funk-soul pairing that covers this Harold Melvin classic with contemporary, sleek aplomb.
7. “All About Him” – Auburn [11-26-2010]. The new single pop track -- with a retro twist – off forthcoming album by emerging songstress.
8. “Black and Yellow” – Wiz Khalifa [12-21-2010]. Enormous commercial hip-hop hit by rapper out of Pittsburgh.
9. “Kush” – Dr. Dre, Snoop and Akon [11-18-2010]. Power of three makes for deeply phat raps exalting the power of weed. Hold on to your hat -- it’s unedited.
10. “United States of Pop 2010” – DJ Earworm (unreleased). Earworm’s annual collage of the year’s best Pop Tracks, well melded with smooth segues.
11. “Neu Chicago” – Clive Tanaka Y Su Orquesta [1-11-11]. An upbeat, genre-bending track by Japanese musical artist that sounds like steel drums underwater with a happy chorus singing a positive refrain.
12. “Rolling in the Deep” – Adele [11-30-2010] the lead single from Londoner Adele’s forthcoming album lays down a big beat, a blues disposition and drips with strong, smoky vocals.
13. “Marathon” – Tennis [1-11-11]. Pixie voice and retro background combine for delightful and light track by indie pop (who are married!) out of Denver.
14. “Bass Down Low” – The Cataracts featuring Dev [12-7-2010]. Emerging G6 Cataract lays out voice over grating backbeat that’s awful and delicious all at once.
15. “Not in Love” – Crystal Castles (featuring Robert Smith) [12- 6-201o]. With a distinctly 80’s new Wave, Cure-like sound, this cover of the Platinum Blonde original features big synth background beats and a resonating refrain.
16. “Costume Party” – Two Door Cinema Club [to be released]. Mixing electric polish with guitar driven hooks makes for a pop-driven number by emerging trio out of Northern Ireland.
2. “Get Some” – Lykke Li [12-10-10]. Big percussion combined with Li’s vocals offers it up with a dance beat by Sweidish indie pop artist.
3. “Moment 4 Life” – Nicki Minaj featuring Drake [11-22-10]. A soulful & harmonic refrain along with a cameo from Drake gives this R&B tracks good texture against Nicki’s gruff raps.
4. “Wet” – Snoop Dogg featuring The Cataracts (12-17-10). Slinky, nasty electroporn, and who knew Snoop could hold a note?
5. “Sick of You” – Cake [1-11-2011]. Sayin’ is straight a la ageless alternative rock with phat rips, horns and swinging grooves by hip, SoCal stalwart.
6. “Wake Up Everybody” – John Legend and The Roots [12-6-2010]. A funk-soul pairing that covers this Harold Melvin classic with contemporary, sleek aplomb.
7. “All About Him” – Auburn [11-26-2010]. The new single pop track -- with a retro twist – off forthcoming album by emerging songstress.
8. “Black and Yellow” – Wiz Khalifa [12-21-2010]. Enormous commercial hip-hop hit by rapper out of Pittsburgh.
9. “Kush” – Dr. Dre, Snoop and Akon [11-18-2010]. Power of three makes for deeply phat raps exalting the power of weed. Hold on to your hat -- it’s unedited.
10. “United States of Pop 2010” – DJ Earworm (unreleased). Earworm’s annual collage of the year’s best Pop Tracks, well melded with smooth segues.
11. “Neu Chicago” – Clive Tanaka Y Su Orquesta [1-11-11]. An upbeat, genre-bending track by Japanese musical artist that sounds like steel drums underwater with a happy chorus singing a positive refrain.
12. “Rolling in the Deep” – Adele [11-30-2010] the lead single from Londoner Adele’s forthcoming album lays down a big beat, a blues disposition and drips with strong, smoky vocals.
13. “Marathon” – Tennis [1-11-11]. Pixie voice and retro background combine for delightful and light track by indie pop (who are married!) out of Denver.
14. “Bass Down Low” – The Cataracts featuring Dev [12-7-2010]. Emerging G6 Cataract lays out voice over grating backbeat that’s awful and delicious all at once.
15. “Not in Love” – Crystal Castles (featuring Robert Smith) [12- 6-201o]. With a distinctly 80’s new Wave, Cure-like sound, this cover of the Platinum Blonde original features big synth background beats and a resonating refrain.
16. “Costume Party” – Two Door Cinema Club [to be released]. Mixing electric polish with guitar driven hooks makes for a pop-driven number by emerging trio out of Northern Ireland.
Wednesday, December 15, 2010
RollnSmokeRecords Presents: Best New Songs Released in Past 60 Days
1) “Ain’t No Chimneys in the Projects” – Sharon Jones & The Dap-Kings [11-16-2010] Old school beats with a retro sound gettin’ at the truth that Santa Claus can’t get down the chimneys when they don’t exist in the projects.
2) “What’s My Name” – Rihanna featuring Drake [11-2-2010]. Two contemporary R&B legends team up for a cool and sultry pop track from Rihanna’s forthcoming album.
3) “The Ghost Inside” – Broken Bells [10-26-2010]. Alt-indie rock track on second release from Shins/Danger Mouse duo working out of L.A.
4) “Long Gone” – Nelly [11-9-2010]. The hip-hopper out of St. Louis teams up with Plies and Chris Brown and works his magic on another pop – if repetitive -- R&B hit.
5) “California Sunrise” – Dirty Gold [to be released in January 2011]. Easy alt-hippy-surfer rock track by emerging young band out of San Diego.
6) “Kush” – Dr. Dre, Snoop and Akon [11-18-2010]. Power of three makes for deeply phat raps exalting the power of weed. Hold on to your hat -- it’s unedited.
7) “Like It’s Her Birthday” -- Good Charlotte [10-29-2010]. Punk pop track off latest album by East Coast post-grungers.
8) “Soak it Up” – Houses [10-19-10]. Dreamy electronic laced with ethereal vocals off debut album by couple living off the earth in Hawaii. Aloha, mon.
9) “Sun of a Gun” - Oh Land [10-19-2010}. Euro-siren ballerina from Denmark offers pop-pixie, alt-indie track with glam-sensibility.
10) “People Can Do the Most Amazing Things” - Kisses [11-16-2010]. Retro and groovy-glam indie pop with a twist of 80’s by a mod duo out of L.A on first full-length debut.
11) “Wet” – Snoop Dogg featuring The Cataracts (to be released). Slinky, nasty electroporn, and who knew Snoop could hold a note?
12) “Without Lies” – Aeroplane featuring Sky Ferriera [11-15-2010]. Electronica act from Brussels, Belgium, releases spare and clean track with disco style off latest of series of EP’s.
13) “Love Lust” – King Charles [single, to be released]. Compelling, spare melody by East Londoner sticks on the mind long after this track, scheduled for debut album release later this year, ticks away.
14) “Strings” – Young the Giant [10-25-2010]. The lead track from self-titled debut album is wispy, easy indie rock with an ocean and beach landscape.
15) “Wake Up Everybody” – John Legend and The Roots [12-6-2010]. A funk-soul pairing that covers this Harold Melvin classic with contemporary, sleek aplomb.
16) “River” – Germany, Germany [10-27-2010]. Instrumental with textured, easy grooves off third album by Canadian electronica producer.
17) “Get Back Up” – T.I. feat. Chris Brown [11-2-2010]. A pop hip-hop shout-out from his prison cell, T.I. teams up with fellow bad-boy Chris Brown, and both are shamelessly looking for redemption.
18) “Rolling in the Deep” – Adele [11-302010] the lead single from Londoner Adele’s forthcoming album lays down a big beat, a blues disposition and drips with strong, smoky vocals.
19) “Bass Down Low” – The Cataracts featuring Dev [12-7-2010]. Emerging G6 Cataract lays out voice over grating backbeat that’s awful and delicious all at once.
20) “Not in Love” – Crystal Castles (featuring Robert Smith) [12- 6-2011]. With a distinctly 80’s new Wave, Cure-like sound, this cover of the Platinum Blonde original features big synth background beats and a resonating refrain.
21) “Down by the Water” – The Decemberists [11-12-2010]. Gillian Welch and R.E.M. 12-string strummer Peter Buck team up for this tight folk rock track off forthcoming album.
22) “Down for the Count” – Girl Talk (11/30/2010). Mixologist master Gregg Gillis works this all over the board hip hop track that moves over remixed rips from pop songs that scan the years, opening notably with Beldinda Carlile and Eric Clapton, to ID all the “haters everywhere we go, going down for the count.”
23) “Costume Party” – Two Door Cinema Club [to be released]. Mixing electric polish with guitar driven hooks makes for a pop-driven number by emerging trio out of Northern Ireland.
24) “White Knuckles” – OK Go [11-2-2010]. Alt-pop track with a heavy mid-song off-kilter guitar riff.
2) “What’s My Name” – Rihanna featuring Drake [11-2-2010]. Two contemporary R&B legends team up for a cool and sultry pop track from Rihanna’s forthcoming album.
3) “The Ghost Inside” – Broken Bells [10-26-2010]. Alt-indie rock track on second release from Shins/Danger Mouse duo working out of L.A.
4) “Long Gone” – Nelly [11-9-2010]. The hip-hopper out of St. Louis teams up with Plies and Chris Brown and works his magic on another pop – if repetitive -- R&B hit.
5) “California Sunrise” – Dirty Gold [to be released in January 2011]. Easy alt-hippy-surfer rock track by emerging young band out of San Diego.
6) “Kush” – Dr. Dre, Snoop and Akon [11-18-2010]. Power of three makes for deeply phat raps exalting the power of weed. Hold on to your hat -- it’s unedited.
7) “Like It’s Her Birthday” -- Good Charlotte [10-29-2010]. Punk pop track off latest album by East Coast post-grungers.
8) “Soak it Up” – Houses [10-19-10]. Dreamy electronic laced with ethereal vocals off debut album by couple living off the earth in Hawaii. Aloha, mon.
9) “Sun of a Gun” - Oh Land [10-19-2010}. Euro-siren ballerina from Denmark offers pop-pixie, alt-indie track with glam-sensibility.
10) “People Can Do the Most Amazing Things” - Kisses [11-16-2010]. Retro and groovy-glam indie pop with a twist of 80’s by a mod duo out of L.A on first full-length debut.
11) “Wet” – Snoop Dogg featuring The Cataracts (to be released). Slinky, nasty electroporn, and who knew Snoop could hold a note?
12) “Without Lies” – Aeroplane featuring Sky Ferriera [11-15-2010]. Electronica act from Brussels, Belgium, releases spare and clean track with disco style off latest of series of EP’s.
13) “Love Lust” – King Charles [single, to be released]. Compelling, spare melody by East Londoner sticks on the mind long after this track, scheduled for debut album release later this year, ticks away.
14) “Strings” – Young the Giant [10-25-2010]. The lead track from self-titled debut album is wispy, easy indie rock with an ocean and beach landscape.
15) “Wake Up Everybody” – John Legend and The Roots [12-6-2010]. A funk-soul pairing that covers this Harold Melvin classic with contemporary, sleek aplomb.
16) “River” – Germany, Germany [10-27-2010]. Instrumental with textured, easy grooves off third album by Canadian electronica producer.
17) “Get Back Up” – T.I. feat. Chris Brown [11-2-2010]. A pop hip-hop shout-out from his prison cell, T.I. teams up with fellow bad-boy Chris Brown, and both are shamelessly looking for redemption.
18) “Rolling in the Deep” – Adele [11-302010] the lead single from Londoner Adele’s forthcoming album lays down a big beat, a blues disposition and drips with strong, smoky vocals.
19) “Bass Down Low” – The Cataracts featuring Dev [12-7-2010]. Emerging G6 Cataract lays out voice over grating backbeat that’s awful and delicious all at once.
20) “Not in Love” – Crystal Castles (featuring Robert Smith) [12- 6-2011]. With a distinctly 80’s new Wave, Cure-like sound, this cover of the Platinum Blonde original features big synth background beats and a resonating refrain.
21) “Down by the Water” – The Decemberists [11-12-2010]. Gillian Welch and R.E.M. 12-string strummer Peter Buck team up for this tight folk rock track off forthcoming album.
22) “Down for the Count” – Girl Talk (11/30/2010). Mixologist master Gregg Gillis works this all over the board hip hop track that moves over remixed rips from pop songs that scan the years, opening notably with Beldinda Carlile and Eric Clapton, to ID all the “haters everywhere we go, going down for the count.”
23) “Costume Party” – Two Door Cinema Club [to be released]. Mixing electric polish with guitar driven hooks makes for a pop-driven number by emerging trio out of Northern Ireland.
24) “White Knuckles” – OK Go [11-2-2010]. Alt-pop track with a heavy mid-song off-kilter guitar riff.
Wednesday, November 17, 2010
RollnSmokeRecords Presents: Best New Songs Released in Past 60 Days
1) “What’s My Name” – Rihanna featuring Drake [11-2-2010]. Two contemporary R&B legends team up for a cool and sultry pop track from Rihanna’s forthcoming album.
2) “Rope An Summit” – Junip [9-14-2010]. Jose Gonzalez puts his solo efforts to work on his first full-length album where earnest & airy vocals mix with spacey atmospheric jams.
3) “Ali in the Jungle” – The Hours [10-5-10]. This dramatic and spare track lays down a heavy dose of London-bred-Brit rock with shout outs to the greats names in history especially to Muhammad Ali.
4) “California Sunrise” – Dirty Gold [to be released in January 2011]. Easy alt-hippy-surfer rock track by emerging young band out of San Diego.
5) “Like It’s Her Birthday” -- Good Charlotte [10-29-2010]. Punk pop track off latest album by East Coast post-grungers.
6) “Soak it Up” – Houses [10-19-10]. Dreamy electronic laced with ethereal vocals off debut album by couple living off the earth in Hawaii. Aloha, mon.
7) “Blow Your Smoke” – Jim Jones featuring Rell. [10-12-2010]. Gritty hip-hop with a feel good, lighters-up- refrain.
8) “People Can Do the Most Amazing Things” - Kisses [11-16-2010]. Retro and groovy-glam indie pop with a twist of 80’s by a mod duo out of L.A on first full-length debut.
9) “Ain’t No Chimneys in the Projects” – Sharon Jones & The Dap-Kings [11-16-2010] Old school beats with a retro sound gettin’ at the truth that Santa Claus can’t get down the chimneys when they don’t exist in the projects.
10) “Without Lies” – Aeroplane featuring Sky Ferriera [11-15-2010]. Electronica act from Brussels, Belgium, releases spare and clean track with disco style off latest of series of EP’s.
11) “Love Lust” – King Charles [single, to be released]. Compelling, spare melody by East Londoner sticks on the mind long after this track, scheduled for debut album release later this year, ticks away.
12) “Strings” – Young the Giant [10-25-2010]. The lead track from self-titled debut album is wispy, easy indie rock with an ocean and beach landscape.
13) “Spy” – Beat Assailant [10-12-2010]. Dramatic and snazzy R&B by Miami-born rapper combines hip-hop with jazz and John Legend-esque vocals to achieve a 007 vibe.
14) “Sun of a Gun” - Oh Land [10-19-2010}. Euro-siren ballerina from Denmark offers pop-pixie, alt-indie track with glam-sensibility.
15) “Bang Bang Bang” – Mark Ronson featuring Q-Tip [9-24-2010]. London pop with hip hop cameo by contemporary ultra hipster.
16) “Long Gone” – Nelly [11-9-2010]. The hip-hopper out of St. Louis teams up with Plies and Chris Brown and works his magic on another pop – if repetitive -- R&B hit.
17) “Trick” - E-40, Too Short [un-released] Dynamic duo – Too Short on the Harmonies and E-40 with his loopy Bay Area raps -- lay out a rougher hip-hop vibe.
18) “Loving You No More” – Dirty Money featuring Drake [9-21-2010]. The most recent mellow, auto-tuned track released by Bad Boy Records with a cameo by Drake.
19) “River” – Germany, Germany [to be released]. Instrumental with textured, easy grooves off third album by Canadian electronica producer.
20) “Get Back Up” – T.I. feat. Chris Brown [11-2-2010]. A pop hip-hop shout-out from his prison cell, T.I. teams up with fellow bad-boy Chris Brown, and both are shamelessly looking for redemption.
21) “Not in Love” – Crystal Castles (featuring Robert Smith) [12- 6-2011]. With a distinctly 80’s new Wave, Cure-like sound, this cover of the Platinum Blonde original features big synth background beats and a resonating refrain.
22) “Sing” – My Chemical Romance [11-4-2010]. A departure form their normal sound, this anthem-ready propulsive pop-rock track.
23) “Down by the Water” – The Decemberists [to be released]. Gillian Welch and R.E.M. 12-string strummer Peter Buck team up for this tight folk rock track off forthcoming album.
24) “Cascade” -- DeLuka [10-12-2010]. UK rocker brings on the white girl rock-pop on her debut album.
25) “Costume Party” – Two Door Cinema Club [to be released]. Mixing electric polish with guitar driven hooks makes for a pop-driven number by emerging trio out of Northern Ireland.
26) “Home” – Glasser [9-27-2010]. Soothing and feminine vocals over marimba percussions = arty musical gorgeousness from new-comer out of L.A.
27) “Move that Body” – Nelly featuring Akon and T-Pain [10-12-2010]. Slickly produced pop dance single by R&B Power Trio.
28) “White Knuckles” – OK Go [11-2-2010]. Alt-pop track with a heavy mid-song off-kilter guitar riff.
29) “Dressed in Dresden” -- The Hundred in the Hands [9-21-2010]. This Brooklyn-based duo fuses synth pop with post-punk and dream pop to churn out a danceable track on their debut full-length album.
30) “Golden Haze” – Wild Nothing [10-12-2010]. Synth-washed indie pop by emerging artist Jack Tatum.
31) “Clap Your Hands” – The Ting Tings [un-released]. New Wave anthem with a hot button refrain – “Clap Your Hands if you’re working too hard” – from scrappy indie pop duo out of Manchester, UK.
2) “Rope An Summit” – Junip [9-14-2010]. Jose Gonzalez puts his solo efforts to work on his first full-length album where earnest & airy vocals mix with spacey atmospheric jams.
3) “Ali in the Jungle” – The Hours [10-5-10]. This dramatic and spare track lays down a heavy dose of London-bred-Brit rock with shout outs to the greats names in history especially to Muhammad Ali.
4) “California Sunrise” – Dirty Gold [to be released in January 2011]. Easy alt-hippy-surfer rock track by emerging young band out of San Diego.
5) “Like It’s Her Birthday” -- Good Charlotte [10-29-2010]. Punk pop track off latest album by East Coast post-grungers.
6) “Soak it Up” – Houses [10-19-10]. Dreamy electronic laced with ethereal vocals off debut album by couple living off the earth in Hawaii. Aloha, mon.
7) “Blow Your Smoke” – Jim Jones featuring Rell. [10-12-2010]. Gritty hip-hop with a feel good, lighters-up- refrain.
8) “People Can Do the Most Amazing Things” - Kisses [11-16-2010]. Retro and groovy-glam indie pop with a twist of 80’s by a mod duo out of L.A on first full-length debut.
9) “Ain’t No Chimneys in the Projects” – Sharon Jones & The Dap-Kings [11-16-2010] Old school beats with a retro sound gettin’ at the truth that Santa Claus can’t get down the chimneys when they don’t exist in the projects.
10) “Without Lies” – Aeroplane featuring Sky Ferriera [11-15-2010]. Electronica act from Brussels, Belgium, releases spare and clean track with disco style off latest of series of EP’s.
11) “Love Lust” – King Charles [single, to be released]. Compelling, spare melody by East Londoner sticks on the mind long after this track, scheduled for debut album release later this year, ticks away.
12) “Strings” – Young the Giant [10-25-2010]. The lead track from self-titled debut album is wispy, easy indie rock with an ocean and beach landscape.
13) “Spy” – Beat Assailant [10-12-2010]. Dramatic and snazzy R&B by Miami-born rapper combines hip-hop with jazz and John Legend-esque vocals to achieve a 007 vibe.
14) “Sun of a Gun” - Oh Land [10-19-2010}. Euro-siren ballerina from Denmark offers pop-pixie, alt-indie track with glam-sensibility.
15) “Bang Bang Bang” – Mark Ronson featuring Q-Tip [9-24-2010]. London pop with hip hop cameo by contemporary ultra hipster.
16) “Long Gone” – Nelly [11-9-2010]. The hip-hopper out of St. Louis teams up with Plies and Chris Brown and works his magic on another pop – if repetitive -- R&B hit.
17) “Trick” - E-40, Too Short [un-released] Dynamic duo – Too Short on the Harmonies and E-40 with his loopy Bay Area raps -- lay out a rougher hip-hop vibe.
18) “Loving You No More” – Dirty Money featuring Drake [9-21-2010]. The most recent mellow, auto-tuned track released by Bad Boy Records with a cameo by Drake.
19) “River” – Germany, Germany [to be released]. Instrumental with textured, easy grooves off third album by Canadian electronica producer.
20) “Get Back Up” – T.I. feat. Chris Brown [11-2-2010]. A pop hip-hop shout-out from his prison cell, T.I. teams up with fellow bad-boy Chris Brown, and both are shamelessly looking for redemption.
21) “Not in Love” – Crystal Castles (featuring Robert Smith) [12- 6-2011]. With a distinctly 80’s new Wave, Cure-like sound, this cover of the Platinum Blonde original features big synth background beats and a resonating refrain.
22) “Sing” – My Chemical Romance [11-4-2010]. A departure form their normal sound, this anthem-ready propulsive pop-rock track.
23) “Down by the Water” – The Decemberists [to be released]. Gillian Welch and R.E.M. 12-string strummer Peter Buck team up for this tight folk rock track off forthcoming album.
24) “Cascade” -- DeLuka [10-12-2010]. UK rocker brings on the white girl rock-pop on her debut album.
25) “Costume Party” – Two Door Cinema Club [to be released]. Mixing electric polish with guitar driven hooks makes for a pop-driven number by emerging trio out of Northern Ireland.
26) “Home” – Glasser [9-27-2010]. Soothing and feminine vocals over marimba percussions = arty musical gorgeousness from new-comer out of L.A.
27) “Move that Body” – Nelly featuring Akon and T-Pain [10-12-2010]. Slickly produced pop dance single by R&B Power Trio.
28) “White Knuckles” – OK Go [11-2-2010]. Alt-pop track with a heavy mid-song off-kilter guitar riff.
29) “Dressed in Dresden” -- The Hundred in the Hands [9-21-2010]. This Brooklyn-based duo fuses synth pop with post-punk and dream pop to churn out a danceable track on their debut full-length album.
30) “Golden Haze” – Wild Nothing [10-12-2010]. Synth-washed indie pop by emerging artist Jack Tatum.
31) “Clap Your Hands” – The Ting Tings [un-released]. New Wave anthem with a hot button refrain – “Clap Your Hands if you’re working too hard” – from scrappy indie pop duo out of Manchester, UK.
Tuesday, November 2, 2010
RollnSmokeRecords Presents: Best New Songs Released in Past 60 Days
1) “California Sunrise” – Dirty Gold [to be released in January 2011]. Easy alt-hippy-surfer rock track by emerging young band out of San Diego.
2) “Soak it Up” – Houses [10-19-10]. Dreamy electronic laced with ethereal vocals off debut album by couple living off the earth in Hawaii. Aloha, mon.
3) “Ali in the Jungle” – The Hours [10-5-10]. This dramatic and spare track lays down a heavy dose of London-bred-Brit rock with shout outs to the greats names in history especially to Muhammad Ali.
4) “Boy” – Ra Ra Riot [8-24-2010]. Spunky indie rock with strings and lilting tenor melodies off second album by band out of Syracuse, New York.
5) “Love Lust” – King Charles [single, to be released]. Compelling, spare melody by East Londoner sticks on the mind long after this track, scheduled for debut album release later this year, ticks away.
6) “Strings” – Young the Giant [10-25-2010]. The lead track from self-titled debut album is wispy, easy indie rock with an ocean and beach landscape.
7) “What’s My Name” – Rihanna featuring Drake [11-2-2010]. Two contemporary R&B legends team up for a cool and sultry pop track from Rihanna’s forthcoming album.
8) “Sex is Good” (acoustic) – Saving Abel [9-10-2010]. A clean and spare rendition of the riff-heavy rock original off of sophomore album.
9) “Spy” – Beat Assailant [10-12-2010]. Dramatic and snazzy R&B by Miami-born rapper combines hip-hop with jazz and John Legend-esque vocals to achieve a 007 vibe.
10) “Sun of a Gun” - Oh Land [10-19-2010}. Euro-siren ballerina from Denmark offers pop-pixie, alt-indie track with glam-sensibility.
11) “Bang Bang Bang” – Mark Ronson featuring Q-Tip [9-24-2010]. London pop with hip hop cameo by contemporary ultra hipster.
12) “Obsession” – Sky Ferreira [9-14-2010]. With Mike Rizzo re-mixing, this foxy Portuguese-American girl from California belts out a big dance-pop for her debut album to be released in 2011.
13) “Trick” - E-40, Too Short [un-released] Dynamic duo – Too Short on the Harmonies and E-40 with his loopy Bay Area raps -- lay out a rougher hip-hop vibe.
14) “Loving You No More” – Dirty Money featuring Drake [9-21-2010]. The most recent mellow, auto-tuned track released by Bad Boy Records with a cameo by Drake.
15) “Giving up the Gun” – Vampire Weekend (9-7-2010). An alt-indie track that sounds like the rest of Vampire Weekend with a Paul Simon-twist.
16) “River” – Germany, Germany [to be released]. Instrumental with textured, easy grooves off third album by Canadian electronica producer.
17) “Get Back Up” – T.I. feat. Chris Brown [11-2-2010]. A pop hip-hop shout-out from his prison cell, T.I. teams up with fellow bad-boy Chris Brown, and both are shamelessly looking for redemption.
18) “Not in Love” – Crystal Castles (featuring Robert Smith) [12- 6-2011]. With a distinctly 80’s new Wave, Cure-like sound, this cover of the Platinum Blonde original features big synth background beats and a resonating refrain.
19) “Cascade” -- DeLuka [10-12-2010]. UK rocker brings on the white girl rock-pop on her debut album.
20) “Costume Party” – Two Door Cinema Club [to be released]. Mixing electric polish with guitar driven hooks makes for a pop-driven number by emerging trio out of Northern Ireland.
21) “Where I’m Going” – Cut Copy (un-released). Australian indie electronic trio drop the summer’s joyful, hand-clapping rock tune. Come on! Lighters in the air, tripsters!
22) “Home” – Glasser [9-27-2010]. Soothing and feminine vocals over marimba percussion = arty musical gorgeousness from new-comer out of L.A.
23) “Telephone” – The Black Angels [9-14-2010]. And bright & pithy old school Texas-rocker off third album by Austin quintet.
24) “Move that Body” – Nelly featuring Akon and T-Pain [10-12-2010]. Slickly produced pop dance single by R&B Power Trio.
25) “White Knuckles” – OK Go [11-2-2010]. Alt-pop track with a heavy mid-song off-kilter guitar riff.
26) “Dressed in Dresden” -- The Hundred in the Hands [9-21-2010]. This Brooklyn-based duo fuses synth pop with post-punk and dream pop to churn out a danceable track on their debut full-length album.
27) “Golden Haze” – Wild Nothing [10-12-2010]. Synth-washed indie pop by emerging artist Jack Tatum.
28) “Worry About You” – 2 AM Club [9-14-2010]. Soul-inflected pop off debut album by band out of L.A.
29) “Nothing But Love” -- THE GRACIOUS FEW [9-14-2010]. Big phat rock sound with mighty guitar riffs comes from merging key members from two bands – LIVE and Candlebox.
30) “Clap Your Hands” – The Ting Tings [un-released]. New Wave anthem with a hot button refrain – “Clap Your Hands if you’re working too hard” – from scrappy indie pop duo out of Manchester, UK.
31) “Stuttering” – FeFe Dobson (9-7-2010). Radio-ready bubble-gum pop by 18 year old songstress out of Toronto.
32) “Lost Where I Belong” -- Andreya Triana (9-7-2010). The smoky title track from this first full-length album by R&B soulstress out of the UK.
2) “Soak it Up” – Houses [10-19-10]. Dreamy electronic laced with ethereal vocals off debut album by couple living off the earth in Hawaii. Aloha, mon.
3) “Ali in the Jungle” – The Hours [10-5-10]. This dramatic and spare track lays down a heavy dose of London-bred-Brit rock with shout outs to the greats names in history especially to Muhammad Ali.
4) “Boy” – Ra Ra Riot [8-24-2010]. Spunky indie rock with strings and lilting tenor melodies off second album by band out of Syracuse, New York.
5) “Love Lust” – King Charles [single, to be released]. Compelling, spare melody by East Londoner sticks on the mind long after this track, scheduled for debut album release later this year, ticks away.
6) “Strings” – Young the Giant [10-25-2010]. The lead track from self-titled debut album is wispy, easy indie rock with an ocean and beach landscape.
7) “What’s My Name” – Rihanna featuring Drake [11-2-2010]. Two contemporary R&B legends team up for a cool and sultry pop track from Rihanna’s forthcoming album.
8) “Sex is Good” (acoustic) – Saving Abel [9-10-2010]. A clean and spare rendition of the riff-heavy rock original off of sophomore album.
9) “Spy” – Beat Assailant [10-12-2010]. Dramatic and snazzy R&B by Miami-born rapper combines hip-hop with jazz and John Legend-esque vocals to achieve a 007 vibe.
10) “Sun of a Gun” - Oh Land [10-19-2010}. Euro-siren ballerina from Denmark offers pop-pixie, alt-indie track with glam-sensibility.
11) “Bang Bang Bang” – Mark Ronson featuring Q-Tip [9-24-2010]. London pop with hip hop cameo by contemporary ultra hipster.
12) “Obsession” – Sky Ferreira [9-14-2010]. With Mike Rizzo re-mixing, this foxy Portuguese-American girl from California belts out a big dance-pop for her debut album to be released in 2011.
13) “Trick” - E-40, Too Short [un-released] Dynamic duo – Too Short on the Harmonies and E-40 with his loopy Bay Area raps -- lay out a rougher hip-hop vibe.
14) “Loving You No More” – Dirty Money featuring Drake [9-21-2010]. The most recent mellow, auto-tuned track released by Bad Boy Records with a cameo by Drake.
15) “Giving up the Gun” – Vampire Weekend (9-7-2010). An alt-indie track that sounds like the rest of Vampire Weekend with a Paul Simon-twist.
16) “River” – Germany, Germany [to be released]. Instrumental with textured, easy grooves off third album by Canadian electronica producer.
17) “Get Back Up” – T.I. feat. Chris Brown [11-2-2010]. A pop hip-hop shout-out from his prison cell, T.I. teams up with fellow bad-boy Chris Brown, and both are shamelessly looking for redemption.
18) “Not in Love” – Crystal Castles (featuring Robert Smith) [12- 6-2011]. With a distinctly 80’s new Wave, Cure-like sound, this cover of the Platinum Blonde original features big synth background beats and a resonating refrain.
19) “Cascade” -- DeLuka [10-12-2010]. UK rocker brings on the white girl rock-pop on her debut album.
20) “Costume Party” – Two Door Cinema Club [to be released]. Mixing electric polish with guitar driven hooks makes for a pop-driven number by emerging trio out of Northern Ireland.
21) “Where I’m Going” – Cut Copy (un-released). Australian indie electronic trio drop the summer’s joyful, hand-clapping rock tune. Come on! Lighters in the air, tripsters!
22) “Home” – Glasser [9-27-2010]. Soothing and feminine vocals over marimba percussion = arty musical gorgeousness from new-comer out of L.A.
23) “Telephone” – The Black Angels [9-14-2010]. And bright & pithy old school Texas-rocker off third album by Austin quintet.
24) “Move that Body” – Nelly featuring Akon and T-Pain [10-12-2010]. Slickly produced pop dance single by R&B Power Trio.
25) “White Knuckles” – OK Go [11-2-2010]. Alt-pop track with a heavy mid-song off-kilter guitar riff.
26) “Dressed in Dresden” -- The Hundred in the Hands [9-21-2010]. This Brooklyn-based duo fuses synth pop with post-punk and dream pop to churn out a danceable track on their debut full-length album.
27) “Golden Haze” – Wild Nothing [10-12-2010]. Synth-washed indie pop by emerging artist Jack Tatum.
28) “Worry About You” – 2 AM Club [9-14-2010]. Soul-inflected pop off debut album by band out of L.A.
29) “Nothing But Love” -- THE GRACIOUS FEW [9-14-2010]. Big phat rock sound with mighty guitar riffs comes from merging key members from two bands – LIVE and Candlebox.
30) “Clap Your Hands” – The Ting Tings [un-released]. New Wave anthem with a hot button refrain – “Clap Your Hands if you’re working too hard” – from scrappy indie pop duo out of Manchester, UK.
31) “Stuttering” – FeFe Dobson (9-7-2010). Radio-ready bubble-gum pop by 18 year old songstress out of Toronto.
32) “Lost Where I Belong” -- Andreya Triana (9-7-2010). The smoky title track from this first full-length album by R&B soulstress out of the UK.
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