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- Cylob said...
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- 28 Dec 2007, 17:15
The New Music Hotdesk:

Welcome to the New Music Hotdesk:

The place for new releases (by artists old or new).

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[quote][b][user]Cylob[/user][/b] said: Welcome to the New Music Hotdesk: [url=http://www.musicadvicecenter.com][img]http://www.musicadvicecenter.com/images/musicadvicecenter5.jpg[/img][/url] The place for new releases (by artists old or new).[/quote]
Edited by Cylob on 23 May 2008, 11:14

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- Cylob said...
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- 28 Dec 2007, 17:44
Foals

Check out their "Balloons EP".

Sounds a bit like The Young Knives, tight yet full of thrust.

Also reminds me of 23 Skidoo.

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[quote][b][user]Cylob[/user][/b] said: [artist]Foals[/artist] [img]http://www.musicadvicecenter.com/artistsgallery/00001.jpg[/img] Check out their "Balloons EP". [img]http://www.musicadvicecenter.com/covers/00005.jpg[/img] Sounds a bit like [artist]The Young Knives[/artist], tight yet full of thrust. Also reminds me of [artist]23 Skidoo[/artist].[/quote]

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- Cylob said...
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- 2 May 2008, 14:24
Recommending...

The Teenagers - Reality Check (2008)

Talking over dance beats ought not to work, but that's what they said about the bendy bus.

Choice Video Cuts:

"Love No"

"Scarlett Johanson"

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[quote][b][user]Cylob[/user][/b] said: Recommending... The Teenagers - Reality Check (2008) [img]http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/61oXvYkHWnL._AA280_.jpg[/img] Talking over dance beats ought not to work, but that's what they said about the bendy bus. Choice Video Cuts: "Love No" [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_0zfU9P50Is[/youtube] "Scarlett Johanson" [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JshkoBVFy3Y[/youtube][/quote]

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- [Deleted user] said...
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- 2 May 2008, 17:11
Funny what can come out of a jokester band huh? I wouldn't say all the songs hold the same quality, but who doesn't love Scarlett?

[quote][b][user][/user][/b] said: Funny what can come out of a jokester band huh? I wouldn't say all the songs hold the same quality, but who doesn't love Scarlett?[/quote]

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- Cylob said...
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- 2 May 2008, 17:22
Recommending...

Crystal Castles - Crystal Castles (2008)

Less is more in many cases, that would appear to include album art.

You'd expect simple vocals to accompany the waves of space invaders, but erm, not quite.

A future retro classic?

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[quote][b][user]Cylob[/user][/b] said: Recommending... Crystal Castles - Crystal Castles (2008) [img]http://www.missingtoof.com/images/blg/jan07/crystal%20castles.jpg[/img] Less is more in many cases, that would appear to include album art. You'd expect simple vocals to accompany the waves of space invaders, but erm, not quite. A future retro classic?[/quote]

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- Cylob said...
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- 2 May 2008, 17:26
doolittleschizo said:
Funny what can come out of a jokester band huh? I wouldn't say all the songs hold the same quality, but who doesn't love Scarlett?
That's what I find refreshing, they're having a laugh but it's not all that obvious.

The album's a grower.

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[quote][b][user]Cylob[/user][/b] said: [quote][b][user]doolittleschizo[/user][/b] said: Funny what can come out of a jokester band huh? I wouldn't say all the songs hold the same quality, but who doesn't love Scarlett?[/quote] That's what I find refreshing, they're having a laugh but it's not all that obvious. The album's a grower.[/quote]

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- jenevive said...
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- 3 May 2008, 05:03
Recommending...

MGMT - Oracular Spectacular (2007)

Brooklyn, New York is renowned for cultural diversity and an arty indie rock hipster scene pumping out loads of genre bending tunes such as MGMT's psychedelic synthpop with hints of surf, jungle, & country. A wild, but catchy concoction that is a refreshing sparkle to the ears.

Choice video cut:

"Electric Feel" (Interactive Music Video Game)

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[quote][b][user]jenevive[/user][/b] said: Recommending... MGMT - Oracular Spectacular (2007) [img]http://www.petergoff.co.uk/blog/uploaded_images/51PeEn1PTyL._SS500_-738305.jpg[/img] Brooklyn, New York is renowned for cultural diversity and an arty indie rock hipster scene pumping out loads of genre bending tunes such as MGMT's psychedelic synthpop with hints of surf, jungle, & country. A wild, but catchy concoction that is a refreshing sparkle to the ears. Choice video cut: "Electric Feel" (Interactive Music Video Game) [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SQF8ep-OJLs[/youtube][/quote]

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- jenevive said...
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- 3 May 2008, 05:10
While you are at it check out another Brooklyn favourite:

"Yeasayer (pronounced “yay-sayer”) takes place in the future, somewhere in the Middle East where citizens wear turquoise robes, live in crystal towers, and overindulge on Peter Gabriel albums."

They describe their music as “Middle Eastern-psych-snap-gospel”.

All Hour Cymbals (2007)

Choice video cuts:

"2080"

"Wait For Summer"

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[quote][b][user]jenevive[/user][/b] said: While you are at it check out another Brooklyn favourite: "Yeasayer (pronounced “yay-sayer”) takes place in the future, somewhere in the Middle East where citizens wear turquoise robes, live in crystal towers, and overindulge on Peter Gabriel albums." They describe their music as “Middle Eastern-psych-snap-gospel”. All Hour Cymbals (2007) [img]http://www.radio1.be/media/afbeeldingen/338192/453907[/img] Choice video cuts: "2080" [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P2A_Juv213s[/youtube] "Wait For Summer" [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=soJTAnJt4LE[/youtube][/quote]

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- Cylob said...
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- 4 May 2008, 15:48
Recommending...

Cut Copy - In Ghost Colours (2008)

Choice Video Cut:

"Lights & Music"

This band are electronica naturals.

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[quote][b][user]Cylob[/user][/b] said: Recommending... Cut Copy - In Ghost Colours (2008) [img]http://files.for-robots.com/blair/images/InGhostColours.jpg[/img] Choice Video Cut: "Lights & Music" [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CCRuCAcAZK0[/youtube] This band are electronica naturals.[/quote]

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- astro1_rohit said...
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- 4 May 2008, 16:08
Glasvegas - when are you releasing your album???? (anyone from UK heard them?)

[quote][b][user]astro1_rohit[/user][/b] said: [artist]Glasvegas[/artist] - when are you releasing your album???? (anyone from UK heard them?) [/quote]

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- [Deleted user] said...
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- 4 May 2008, 16:47
I've only listened to "In Ghost Colours" once so far, and I must say, it wasn't what I hoped for. I really enjoyed "Bright Like Neon Love", but perhaps this release is further towards what they did on their version of Fabric Live, which I only think is half good. Some good songs, some I don't really like. And that's the impression I got of their new album too. I'll see though, might be a grower!

[quote][b][user][/user][/b] said: I've only listened to "In Ghost Colours" once so far, and I must say, it wasn't what I hoped for. I really enjoyed "Bright Like Neon Love", but perhaps this release is further towards what they did on their version of Fabric Live, which I only think is half good. Some good songs, some I don't really like. And that's the impression I got of their new album too. I'll see though, might be a grower![/quote]

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- Cylob said...
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- 4 May 2008, 18:08
It was an instant hit on my jukebox. There are neworderish overtones on quite a few tracks, a giveaway as to their roots. :)

Punch for punch, I think this could go 10 rounds with "Bright Like Neon Love".

astro1_rohit said:
Glasvegas - when are you releasing your album???? (anyone from UK heard them?)
Just getting some demos. :D

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[quote][b][user]Cylob[/user][/b] said: It was an instant hit on my jukebox. There are neworderish overtones on quite a few tracks, a giveaway as to their roots. :) Punch for punch, I think this could go 10 rounds with "Bright Like Neon Love". [quote][b][user]astro1_rohit[/user][/b] said: [artist]Glasvegas[/artist] - when are you releasing your album???? (anyone from UK heard them?) [/quote] Just getting some demos. :D [/quote]

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- Cylob said...
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- 8 May 2008, 12:04
Recommending...

The Last Shadow Puppets - The Age Of The Understatement (2008)

Choice Video Cut:

"The Age of the Understatement"

If the Arctic Monkeys had emerged in 1995, this is what they'd sound like. Tight guitars, strings, theatrical build-ups and crescendos, lyrics worthy of any self respecting street poet.

It's all rather clinical (and calculated).

As for the 60's overtures, Gene Vincent could step in as front man and you'd hardly notice the difference.

These clever people.

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[quote][b][user]Cylob[/user][/b] said: Recommending... The Last Shadow Puppets - The Age Of The Understatement (2008) [img]http://cdn.7static.com/static/img/sleeveart/00/002/157/0000215726_350.jpg[/img] Choice Video Cut: "The Age of the Understatement" [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XGV8xCkpXjE[/youtube] If the Arctic Monkeys had emerged in 1995, this is what they'd sound like. Tight guitars, strings, theatrical build-ups and crescendos, lyrics worthy of any self respecting street poet. It's all rather clinical (and calculated). As for the 60's overtures, Gene Vincent could step in as front man and you'd hardly notice the difference. These clever people.[/quote]

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- mostly-metal said...
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- 12 May 2008, 15:14
the dodos

stab me 'til i cum

[quote][b][user]mostly-metal[/user][/b] said: the dodos[/quote]

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- Cylob said...
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- 12 May 2008, 16:28
These are The Dodos.

They're not quite as good.

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[quote][b][user]Cylob[/user][/b] said: These are [artist]The Dodos[/artist]. [img]http://www.rockinsider.com/uploaded_images/dodos-779615.jpg[/img] They're not quite as good.[/quote]

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- Cylob said...
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- 12 May 2008, 16:46
Recommending...

The Manhattan Love Suicides - The Manhattan Love Suicides (2008)

I made the mistake of seeing them live before getting the album (idiot), so it sounds a bit monophonic (when compared with realtime buzzsaws). Well, I suspect they didn't spend much on the recording in any case.

Their style, The Jesus and Mary Chain with Sarah Cracknell on vocals (as opposed to Toni Halliday up front, which would describe Curve). Speaking of Curve, the bass player described how "Coast Is Clear" was a life changer when the needle hit the groove, which funilly enough happened to me as well.

With Alan Moulder and Flood on production, this band could go far. A knock on Dean Garcia's door wouldn't go amiss (guys).

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[quote][b][user]Cylob[/user][/b] said: Recommending... The Manhattan Love Suicides - The Manhattan Love Suicides (2008) [img]http://cdn.last.fm/coverart/300x300/3230139-529946055.jpg[/img] I made the mistake of seeing them live before getting the album (idiot), so it sounds a bit monophonic (when compared with realtime buzzsaws). Well, I suspect they didn't spend much on the recording in any case. Their style, The Jesus and Mary Chain with Sarah Cracknell on vocals (as opposed to Toni Halliday up front, which would describe Curve). Speaking of Curve, the bass player described how "Coast Is Clear" was a life changer when the needle hit the groove, which funilly enough happened to me as well. With Alan Moulder and Flood on production, this band could go far. A knock on Dean Garcia's door wouldn't go amiss (guys).[/quote]

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- Cylob said...
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- 16 May 2008, 12:25
Recommending...

Does It Offend You, Yeah? - You Have No Idea What You're Getting Yourself Into (2008)

The band were recently slated by NME for "not meeting the new standard as set by The Klaxons". However, this is far superior stuff.

Just goes to show how screwed modern music journalism is.

Choice Video Cuts:

"We Are Rockstars"

"Let's Make Out"

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[quote][b][user]Cylob[/user][/b] said: Recommending... Does It Offend You, Yeah? - You Have No Idea What You're Getting Yourself Into (2008) [img]http://cdn.7static.com/static/img/sleeveart/00/002/155/0000215556_350.jpg[/img] The band were recently slated by NME for "not meeting the new standard as set by The Klaxons". However, this is far superior stuff. Just goes to show how screwed modern music journalism is. Choice Video Cuts: "We Are Rockstars" [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tf_Rv0hCF6I[/youtube] "Let's Make Out" [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X6_ubiAzoSk[/youtube][/quote]

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- Cylob said...
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- 16 May 2008, 14:56
Recommending...

Hadouken! - Music For An Accelerated Culture (2008)

There's something special about Hadouken!'s analogue sound (sort of Lisa Lisa and Cult Jam style, but not)? I can never quite put my finger on it, maybe it's something completely new in music.

Yes, it took a year for this album to hit the shelves, but that's no reason to knock it straight into the bargain bin.

Choice Video Cut:

"That Boy That Girl"

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[quote][b][user]Cylob[/user][/b] said: Recommending... Hadouken! - Music For An Accelerated Culture (2008) [img]http://cdn.7static.com/static/img/sleeveart/00/002/228/0000222864_350.jpg[/img] There's something special about Hadouken!'s analogue sound (sort of Lisa Lisa and Cult Jam style, but not)? I can never quite put my finger on it, maybe it's something completely new in music. Yes, it took a year for this album to hit the shelves, but that's no reason to knock it straight into the bargain bin. Choice Video Cut: "That Boy That Girl" [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CgGItLYyBQ0[/youtube][/quote]

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- Cylob said...
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- 17 May 2008, 13:08
Recommending...

The Ting Tings - We Started Nothing (2008)

Apparently, their latest single is top spot in the national pop chart? More evidence then that pop has indeed eaten itself (and the indie snake is feasting on the remains).

As for this album, it's the best debut I've heard in a while (it's certainly varied). It's head is in 1981/2 with girl groups such as Bow Wow Wow, The Belle Stars (and Bananarama, when they were with Fun Boy Three and actually good).

This is good stuff, don't be swayed by negative reviews in the press. Go listen!

Choice Video Cut:

"Great DJ"

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[quote][b][user]Cylob[/user][/b] said: Recommending... The Ting Tings - We Started Nothing (2008) [img]http://images.play.com/covers/3977582m.jpg[/img] Apparently, their latest single is top spot in the national pop chart? More evidence then that pop has indeed eaten itself (and the indie snake is feasting on the remains). As for this album, it's the best debut I've heard in a while (it's certainly varied). It's head is in 1981/2 with girl groups such as Bow Wow Wow, The Belle Stars (and Bananarama, when they were with Fun Boy Three and actually good). This is good stuff, don't be swayed by negative reviews in the press. Go listen! Choice Video Cut: "Great DJ" [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=myJnsqGgxxM[/youtube][/quote]

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- Cylob said...
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- 21 May 2008, 11:06
Recommending...

Sebastien Tellier - Sexuality (2008)

Like the second coming of Jean Michel Jarre.

This isn't a solid album as such, but tracks like "Sexual Sportswear" are very well done. It's like the good old days, pay £14 for a CD that contains no more than 3 excellent tracks, but oh well.

Choice Video Cut:

"Sexual Sportswear"

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[quote][b][user]Cylob[/user][/b] said: Recommending... Sebastien Tellier - Sexuality (2008) [img]http://cdn.7static.com/static/img/sleeveart/00/001/973/0000197349_350.jpg[/img] Like the second coming of Jean Michel Jarre. This isn't a solid album as such, but tracks like "Sexual Sportswear" are very well done. It's like the good old days, pay £14 for a CD that contains no more than 3 excellent tracks, but oh well. Choice Video Cut: "Sexual Sportswear" [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iPiMpN8Ngr8[/youtube][/quote]

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- halfadozen said...
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- 23 May 2008, 10:21
so this desk is also for newly released records, not only for new artists?

don't ask me. ask

[quote][b][user]halfadozen[/user][/b] said: so this desk is also for newly released records, not only for new artists?[/quote]

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- [Deleted user] said...
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- 23 May 2008, 10:31
I don't think so. Post new artists you think are worth checking out even though they don't have an album.

[quote][b][user][/user][/b] said: I don't think so. Post new artists you think are worth checking out even though they don't have an album.[/quote]

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- halfadozen said...
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- 23 May 2008, 10:36
i thought so, but Sébastian Tellier releases since 2001

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[quote][b][user]halfadozen[/user][/b] said: i thought so, but Sébastian Tellier releases since 2001[/quote]

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- Cylob said...
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- 23 May 2008, 11:07
This desk is for new releases by artists new, old (or even dead).

Anything whatsoever that's been released within (say) the last 6 months.

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[quote][b][user]Cylob[/user][/b] said: This desk is for new releases by artists new, old (or even dead). Anything whatsoever that's been released within (say) the last 6 months.[/quote]

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- halfadozen said...
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- 23 May 2008, 11:24
Excellent :)

Recommending...

The Notwist - The Devil, You & Me (2008)

They are back. They didn't reinvent themselves (which wasn't to be expected anyway), but it sounds fresh and new. instantly puts you in the mood of e.g. "Neon Golden" which sweetened the last six years of music.

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[quote][b][user]halfadozen[/user][/b] said: Excellent :) Recommending... The Notwist - The Devil, You & Me (2008) [img]http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41c8R0PygLL._SL500_AA240_.jpg[/img] They are back. They didn't reinvent themselves (which wasn't to be expected anyway), but it sounds fresh and new. instantly puts you in the mood of e.g. "Neon Golden" which sweetened the last six years of music. [/quote]

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