Mixtape Vol. 25
March 16th, 2009
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That’s right, I’m back. As you may notice, I took some time to change the look. Widen out the display and give it a bit of a professional feel. Hope you like.
I’m trying to catch up on the past 5 months of music so we’re going to start with the tail end of 2008 that I missed out on. I apologize for the lack of writing prowess. For some reason I just can’t think of anything interesting to say about each and every song (they’re all good) but I’m sure I’ll get back into the blogging groove after a couple more of these. Hope you enjoy!
You can purchase this mix (or individual songs) from here: 
Noah and the Whale – 5 Years Time
From: London, England
Album: Peaceful, the World Lays Me Down
I’m starting out this mix with some seriously happy music. I can’t help but smile every time I hear it. This single came out a LONG time ago but they just released their first LP. Definitely worth a full listen.
Florence and the Machine – Kiss With A Fist
From: London, England
Album: Kiss With A Fist
Staying with the Brits and this time the lyrics aren’t quite as happy but the beat is still boppy.
Los Campesinos! – It’s Never That Easy Though, Is It? (Song for the Other Hurt)
From: Cardiff, Wales
Album: We Are Beautiful, We Are Doomed
I guess that Facebook quiz was right when it told me to move to England, especially if you scan down and see the rest of the songs I picked. I just post what I like and I swear I don’t plan it. I posted a song from Los Campesinos! awhile back from their EP but this is off their debut full length album. The voice on this song is borderline Dan Bejar of Destroyer (who’s voice I HATE) but it manages to stay quirky without getting annoying.
The Boat People – Born In The 80s
From: Australia
Album: Chandeliers
Not only does the song title flat out tell you, but you can clearly hear the 80s sound. The whole record is similarly simple with catchy hooks, but sometimes that’s all you want.
The Bicycles – Won’t She Be Surprised
From: Toronto
Album: Oh No, It’s Love
Another happy song but this one has some indie cred with that crazy twangy organ sound. Even the title track “Oh No, It’s Love” is fun and bright.
Sara Lov – Timebomb
From: Hawaii
Album: The Young Eyes (EP)
Originally from Hawaii, she got her break in LA. This Beck cover is off her EP from last year, but her full length album is actually due out this week. I’m embarrassed to say that I didn’t even recognize it as a cover and I love Beck.
The Postmarks – One Note Samba
From: Miami, FL
Album: By-the-Numbers
Another cover that I didn’t recognize (who’s Jobim?). This was an interesting project where the band released one song a month with each track featuring the number of the month in the title. This one was released a full year ago. I find her voice quite enchanting
Leona Naess – Shiny On The Inside
From: London, England
Album: Thirteens
Speaking of enchanting, another great voice. The entire record has a mellow warmth to it and I would suggest giving it a full run through.
Bloc Party – Signs
From: London, England
Album: Intimacy
I fell in love with Bloc Party’s Silent Alarm but was not quite as smitten with this latest release. Never the less there are a couple of gems in there like this one.
The Black Ghosts – Repetition Kills You
From: London, England
Album: The Black Ghosts
I always have to bring some dance/electronica in towards the end. You might recognize the vocals if you ever listened to the Gorillaz (that’s the voice of Damon Albarn).
Thunderheist – Jerk It (Original Mix)
From: Montreal/Toronto
Album: Jerk It (EP)
Thunderheist is defined as stealing someone’s thunder. The powers of the internet, this duo came together as Myspace friends, one in Montreal and the other in Toronto. Graham would make beats that Isis would sing over. If you’re looking for a party, be sure to hit one their live shows. I hear they can be quite primal.
Shinichi Osawa – Star Guitar
From: Tokyo, Japan
Album: The One
Apparently I’m all about the covers or people only do covers at the end of the year. This was originally a Chemical Brothers song and it’s been redone by Shinichi Osawa with Au Revoir Simone singing on it. Reminds me a little of Ratatat. Check out the video below if you can handle women’s crotches flying towards you (seriously).
