Monthly Archives: June 2019

SONG OF THE DAY Thee Kavaliers – Symbols Of Sin

Posted on June 29, 2019 by The Listening Post Blog

Tonight’s rather catchy little nugget was released on the Texan label, Pharoah Records in 1967.  Written and performed by Thee Kavaliers, a.k.a The Cavaliers, Symbols of Sin was one of four singles (see all 45 releases below) that the group … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY The Third Guitar – Baby Don’t Cry

Posted on June 28, 2019 by The Listening Post Blog

Released in 1968 on Harlem, New York’s Rojac Records, today’s song is anything but  sorrowful; something that the title would possibly elude to? Baby Don’t Cry is a masterpiece of fierce, soulful funk!  A mighty celebration of sound thriving with … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Heaters – Levitate Thigh

Posted on June 26, 2019 by The Listening Post Blog

Previously known as the Plantains, Michigan’s the Heaters play a mean mix of garage rock, surf and psych!  Consisting of Andrew Tamlyn and Nolan Krebs (old high school friends), members Joshua Korf and Ryan Hagar joined the group shortly after … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Amanaz – Easy Street

Posted on June 24, 2019 by The Listening Post Blog

Throughout the late 60’s/early 70’s when afrobeat and highlife was a staple part of the African music scene, something different was emerging and bubbling away under the surface. Now known as Zamrock, this brand new genre of music emerged in … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Ane Brun feat. José Gonzalez – Worship

Posted on June 23, 2019 by The Listening Post Blog

For some reason I’ve never delved extensively into everything José Gonzalez has done, but what I do like, I really like! Today’s song is definitely one of those! For this track Gonzalez made a guest appearance on Norwegian singer-songwriter Ane … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY The Ringards – Paradise Milk

Posted on June 21, 2019 by The Listening Post Blog

With inspirations and influences rooted in different genres, its not always easy for a band to create a unified sound; but for The Ringards these numerous interests have proved to be a catalyst for creativity. Emerging just over a year … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds – Tupelo

Posted on June 20, 2019 by The Listening Post Blog

With Nick Cave’s rasping vocals erupting out over a heavy, taut melody its no wonder this song packs more tension than a box of coiled springs! For its jerky, close atmosphere I keep thinking of Toydrum’s God Song when I … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Oh Sees – I Agree

Posted on June 19, 2019 by The Listening Post Blog

Originally released in 2006 as 6″ lathe cut vinyl, plus 3″ CDr in two numbered editions, the Oh Sees have (yesterday) released a limited edition, reissued/remastered Creeping Moss Edition of their Grave Blockers EP!!! Encased in a brown paper wrapping … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Steve Walker & The Bold – The Train Kept a Rollin’

Posted on June 18, 2019 by The Listening Post Blog

A far cry from the original, which was recorded by the jazz r’n’b musician, Tiny Bradshaw in 1951, this explosive and electric version of The train kept a rollin’ was recorded in 1967.  Released on US label, Dynovoice Records, this ball … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Guadalupe Plata – Corralera del veneno

Posted on June 17, 2019 by The Listening Post Blog

It’s virtually impossible for me to pick out my favourite song by today’s band of choice, they are quite possibly one of the rarest things I’ve ever seen live and their music is is unique for a multitude of reasons.  … Continue reading →

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