Monthly Archives: October 2016

SONG OF THE DAY Sonic Youth – Halloween (with bonus cover of this song by Mudhoney)

Posted on October 31, 2016 by The Listening Post Blog

So, I’ve managed to resist the temptation to feature C.W Stoneking’s ‘Zombie’ again this Halloween because, although it is one hell of a great track and none more perfect, I thought I’d go for something new….. In 1985 Sonic Youth … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Rainbrother – Riverside (inc live performance of track)

Posted on October 30, 2016 by The Listening Post Blog

I’ve just stumbled upon this glistening little gem of a song and it was an instant hit for me!  Titled ‘Riverside,’ this track is performed by Bjarke Bendtsen’s (ex-The Migrant) new project called Rainbrother. Coming together with a group of musicians … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Mauno – Burn This

Posted on October 29, 2016 by The Listening Post Blog

Formed in September 2014, Mauno – pronounced Mao-no are a four-piece from Halifax, Novia Scotia whose experimental sound is both vast and dreamy.  Likened to Grizzly Bear, Mauno’s music creates a similar sense of open space in which melodies and rhythms … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Hidden Charms – I Don’t Mind

Posted on October 28, 2016 by The Listening Post Blog

Today is the day I have been eagerly awaiting, Hidden Charms have released their new EP, ‘Harder From Here’ which releases via Deltasonic Records (The Coral, The Vryll Society). The London 4-piece first grabbed my attention last November and in the … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Kevin Morby – Beautiful Strangers

Posted on October 27, 2016 by The Listening Post Blog

Kevin Morby has released new single ‘Beautiful Strangers’ in memory of the victims of the Orlando shootings and to support the work of Everytown for Gun Safety. The single is now available via all digital service providers, including Bandcamp and is … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Bless – Drop Out

Posted on October 26, 2016 by The Listening Post Blog

Punchy, zany, catchy and with plenty of oomph, that’s how I’d best describe Washington, D.C band, Bless! Releasing through DZ Tapes, this punk-inspired, garage-rock outfit have recently put out their self-titled debut, which is now available to buy on their … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Black Flowers Cafe – Mintaka ii

Posted on October 25, 2016 by The Listening Post Blog

Black Flowers Cafe are an Italian four-piece who wrote and released the single ‘Mintaka ii’ in December last year; it is uncertain as to whether the band have released anything since but I have enquired! The single has been chosen … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Broncho – Señora Borealis

Posted on October 24, 2016 by The Listening Post Blog

Oklahoma quartet, Broncho released their third album this summer, which saw the band shifting into a more experimental arena.  Titled ‘Double Vanity,’ this album has been described as pushing the boundaries of punk, garage, emo and ambient music; but I … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Whilk and Misky – Rain Dance

Posted on October 23, 2016 by The Listening Post Blog

London duo Whilk and Misky came together in 2013, creating an interesting fusion of sound heavily influenced by blues, folk and electronica. Releasing their debut EP, ‘The First Sip’ at the end of 2014, today’s song is one of their more … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Bells Atlas – Spec and Bubble

Posted on October 22, 2016 by The Listening Post Blog

No stranger to the Listening Post Blog, Oakland’s Bells Atlas first came to my attention early last year, and have provided that perfect sunshiny musical retreat ever since. This Californian four-piece are made up of Sandra Lawson-Ndu, Derek Barber, Geneva Harrison and Doug Stuart, … Continue reading →

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