Tigers Jaw: Two Worlds (released 11/23/10)

Now, if you’re a Tigers Jaw fan (like myself) you must know this album is subdued, in comparison to their self-titled album and Balance & Composure split.  Overall, the album is ‘okay.’ I like this album but a vast majority of the songs are very tame and muted… Maybe that’s just what they were going for but no song truly stands among the rest. 

I recommend listening to “Test Pattern” because it sounds similar to their older stuff.  Although “Smile” embraces the tone of Two Worlds, it is one of my favorite songs on this album. In essence, if you’re a Tigers Jaw fan you will enjoy this album.  But if you have never given them a listen, don’t let this album be your first impression of them.  Their previous album remains my favorite.

What 2011 brings

Another new year.


I’m not sure if I’ll ever understand why people get so hyped about the new year. The only thing I sincerely look forward to each year are all the upcoming releases and bands getting back on the road...touring. It’s as if a reset button is pressed and the anticipation of x number album releases and x shows and fests returns.


The number one thing I look forward to in 2011 is celebrating the 10 year anniversary of The Fest in Gainesville, Fl. Remember the anticipation of Christmas as a kid? That’s exactly how I feel about Fest. The other fest I’m looking forward to is Stay Sweet Fest in Richmond, VA (April 15-17). Then of course Treasure Fest in Charlotte, NC (May 20-22)... It’s pretty much a big deal for my hometown.


And now, 2011 releases I’m looking forward to... as should you:
Feb 22-man overboard-absolute worst


March 8- Defeater- empty days and sleepless nights


April 26- Small Brown Bike-fell & found


April 26- Explosions in the Sky- take care, take care, take care


May 3- Title Fight


Spring 2011-Balance & Composure


Early 2011- The Dangerous Summer


Early 2011- Touche Amore


Unknown 2011- Braid


I’m pretty stoked about 2011.

Toe from Japan

Toe is another great instrumental band. The drummer is pretty ridiculous and makes the beats look so easy and incorporates a lot of different 'sounds' (for lack of a better word). I'm way into this band and of course they're an international band... so there's a fat chance I'll ever see them live.

Pelican

I've been listening to them a lot. As well as humming their tunes since that's really all you can do for an instrumental band. Their album, City of Echoes, is great. Really low key and chill but does not drone on. It's perfect for when you aren't 'in the mood' for anything that's on your ipod.

Fest 9 Schedule

Fest finally posted their schedule!  Check it out here.

The Countdown Begins!

Now that we're knees deep into September, there is a lot of chatter about Fest. Buying Tickets. Booking Hotels. Possibility of House Shows. Everyone's all about it. Especially, taking days off work for it... my favorite part.

I have never gone to Fest but what I've heard is that is exhausting, uncomfortably hot and crowded, but the most fun you'll have all year. I'm pretty siked about attending Fest 9 in Gainesville, Fl.

Kite Party

My internet has been down for a week and... I'm still alive. But in all honesty, my ipod is boring the hell out of me.  It's been deprived of good local music for too long.  So, I just downloaded Kite Party's free EP from their bandcamp and you should too.  Kite Party's another indie PA band that'll catch your ears.  I wasn't sure if I liked them the first time I listened... but they're a keeper for sure.  They sound like... a subdued version of Junior Astronomers... but of course no one is like JA!  I'd only be lying to you if I said that... Enjoy.