Category Archives: Electro

SONG OF THE DAY Fad Gadget – Saturday Night Special

Posted on October 22, 2022 by The Listening Post Blog

Better known by his stage name, Fad Gadget, Francis John Tovey was a electronic, avant-garde musician and vocalist active in the early 1980’s. Signed to Mute Records his work has been cited as ground-breaking, pathing the way for new wave … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Born Days – Analogue

Posted on July 14, 2017 by The Listening Post Blog

I like it when a song really stops you in your tracks and hits you in the face with something good, but sometimes the subtle slow-burners can be just as effective and this is true of today’s song. Upcoming singer-songwriter … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Rare Monk – Phosphorescence

Posted on July 11, 2017 by The Listening Post Blog

Rare Monk are an experimental indie rock outfit from Portland, Oregon whose sound hovers around the electro-rock genre. Having only discovered them about half an hour ago, I can’t go into much more detail at present, but what I can … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Agar Agar – I’m That Guy

Posted on December 30, 2016 by The Listening Post Blog

Paris-based Agar Agar are a synth disco outfit who have recently released their debut EP, Cardan.  The duo, consisting of singer Clara Cappagli and producer Armand Bultheel, specialise in an eclectic collection of synth-laden late night disco jams with a nostalgic … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Clap Your Hands Say Yeah – Fireproof

Posted on December 14, 2016 by The Listening Post Blog

Indie rock singer-songwriter Alec Ounsworth, aka Clap Your Hands Say Yeah, will be releasing a new album in February.  Titled ‘The Tourist,’ this is to be his fifth full-length album under his Clap Your Hands tag and the follow-up to … 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 Marie Davidson – Naive To The Bone

Posted on October 7, 2016 by The Listening Post Blog

Montreal producer and poet Marie Davidson has released a new single called ‘Naive To The Bone,’ but the irony in the title is evident as soon as you hear the whole song. Minimal in structure but oh-so-effective in its delivery … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Adam Betts – Drumbones

Posted on August 26, 2016 by The Listening Post Blog

My first encounter with Adam Betts occurred today when I heard ‘Drumbones’ on a radio show, I was instantly hooked, it’s all about the drums!  I’ve mentioned on many occasions just how much a good rhythm/beat means to me and … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY CFCF – You Hear Colours

Posted on August 12, 2016 by The Listening Post Blog

What I really like about today’s track is the way it flows so freely, its layered structure giving a sensation of natural growth as it gradually develops; it was this stripped-back charm that captured my attention.  I particularly love the first … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Peter Power – Sun Sun Damba

Posted on May 26, 2016 by The Listening Post Blog

Multi Culti is Canadian label founded by Thomas Von Party and Angus Gruzman in 2013. The label was established in 2013 by Montreal’s Thomas Von Party and Sydney artist Dreems, and has gone on to release music from artists like Auntie Flo, … Continue reading →

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