Wow, so let's just all agree that the lineup for Laneways
2015 is looking absolutely bonkers!
Set to go down on the 26th of January, the festival has
already confirmed appearances from some of the hottest artists right now.
Normally with events like this there are one or two acts I really want to
see, so they never really seem worthwhile. That is most definitely not the case
next year as some of my personal favourites will be playing. I'm most excited to
see Flying Lotus, FKA Twigs, Royal Blood, Rustie and
Vic Mensa.
Next years festival has such a broad range of genres, you're pretty much
guaranteed to discover someone new and
awesome.
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Check out our top new albums for this week, releasing on the 3rd
of October!
1.Streets
of Laredo – Volume I & II – Brooklyn-based, New
Zealanders Streets Of Laredo release their first full-length
album, “Volume I & II”. Destined to be a soundtrack for
spring, this album is a sing-a-long collision of jangling harmonies, stomping
percussion, horns and guitars.
A trip back to New Zealand saw the band record the bones of
“Volume I & II” – ten songs inspired by their old
life in NZ and their new life in NYC – in an old converted Auckland theatre
where they locked down their distinctive sound. Like Bob Dylan running late to a
Ramones concert or Paul Simon getting blind drunk with a Grizzly Bear, however
you describe them the resulting songs and sound have had an instant effect on
fans and critics alike.
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Wilco frontman Jeff Tweedy recently
released Sukierae,
the debut album by Tweedy, the band he formed with his son
Spencer. It's not often you see a father & son combo in music, but these
two work so perfectly together, I have a feeling more artists will give it a
shot in the future.
This week we're treated to a fantastic video for the track ‘Low
Key’, directed by the legendary Nick Offerman, best
known for his part in Parks & Recreation as
everybody's favourite serious man, Ron Swanson.
Keep your eye out for some great cameos in the amusing video below!
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Memoirs
Of A Madman serves as a career spanning audio release featuring
17 of Ozzy Osbourne's greatest hit singles remastered and
compiled in one place for the first time in his career. This set offers fans of
the multi-platinum recording artist, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee and
three-time Grammy winning singer and songwriter the ultimate collection from
Ozzy's distinguished solo career.
Ozzy's ongoing solo career spans four decades as both a successful solo
artist and as the lead singer of Black Sabbath.
For all the things Ozzy Osbourne has been known for, Memoirs
Of A Madman puts the focus squarely on the thing he does best: crafting some of
the best, most passionate rock and roll of all time.
Check out the trailer for ‘Memoirs Of A Madman’ and let us know
you're favourite Ozzy or Black Sabbath song in the comments below!
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Check out our top new albums for this week, releasing on the 26th
of September!
1. Tove
Lo – Queen Of The Clouds – Swedish songbird Tove
Lo is rapidly winning over audiences. The sparkly, synth-ridden
track,‘Habits (Stay High),’ is an irresistible dance floor
number with a decidedly dark backbone – using substances to deal with
heartbreak – and according to the singer, creating a slick pop jam like this
one is her way of dealing with relationship obstacles. Of “Not On Drugs,”
Pitchfork says “Now…she's back on her feet and reaching for the
stars—she's not on drugs, she's just in love, and she has the post-Icona Pop
beat drop to prove it”
“For me it's easier to write and sing songs about my feelings than
talking them out with people” she explained. “It's my way of
working through things”
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We've managed to score some ultra cool T-shirt + CD bundles
of the hugely anticipated album ‘.5:
The Gray Chapter’ from global rock juggernauts
Slipknot!
The band has also just released an extremely dark video for the hard hitting
track ‘The Devil in I’ The video shows the band members eliminating their
former selves in twisted ways and shows off their terrifyingly awesome new mask
designs for the first time.
Check it out below but only do so if you're not at all
squeamish :P
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What better way to start your day than with new music from SBTRKT,
who releases an awesome animated video for his ultra catchy track ‘New
Dorp. New York’ featuring Ezra Koenig
This single will appear on SBTRKT's upcoming album Wonder
Where We Land due to release on the 26th of September!
The album is set to feature some incredible talent from the likes of Asap
Ferg, Raury, Sampha and more!
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Have you heard ‘Never Catch Me’ the latest track from
the ultra-talented Flying Lotus and Hip Hop heavyweight
Kendrick Lamar?
Give your ears the best possible treat and click play on the video
below…trust me, do it!
In my opinion Kendrick is hands down the best in the field right now. When
combined with the crazy beats and stunning instrumentals Fly-lo creates, we get
a track that sounds like nothing else out there.
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Encyclopedia
is The Drums third full-length album. Emerging from Brooklyn
via Florida in 2009, they smashed on the scene with their
‘Summertime!’ EP that led to a spot on the BBC Sound of
2010 shortlist, The ShockWaves NME Tour, and the publication's Phillip Hall
Radar Award.
The Drums music often explores the themes of loss,
nostalgia, redemption, vulnerability, and love with critic's raves embracing
both the lyrics and their sonic signature. This time around, they've embraced a
darker sound while making it as grand and majestic as they please.
‘Encyclopedia’ is full of “magic and surprise
while maintaining a serious, more weighty tone throughout” says Jonny.
The upcoming LP marks the first time since the ‘Summertime!’ EP that Jacob
and Jonny were left to their own devices, without having to ask a soul for
approval. The result is an exciting display of personal emotion and unashamed,
majestic songwriting style.
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Even if you've never picked up a guitar you're still familiar with Marshall
Amplifiers. From the gold plate running behind your array of knobs to the white
cursive writing emblazoning the speaker – Marshall's are iconic.
Of course, not everyone knows that Marshall don't just make amazing guitar
amps – they also put together some amazing earphones and headphones. So, with
a fresh shipment in our warehouse, we figured we'd show off a couple of them for
you to check out!
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