White Denim: "I Start To Run" and "Say What You Want"

Two live White Denim tracks for your listening pleasure

If you like a little Fits teaser, you should give these two live recordings a listen. Thanks to Wolfgang's Vault, White Denim's San Fran Bottom of the Hill show (2-29-2008) has been documented and preserved with a very clean recording, possibly through the soundboard. Among the quick 30 minute set, two songs from the upcoming album Fits were showcased, "Say What You Want" (labeled below as "Unknown") and "I Start To Run." Both of these songs have surely taken on a new sound over the last year of touring, but these raw versions make me even more excited about this month's soon to be released stereo-burner. Check them out, and pre-order a copy of the album if you haven't already (links below).

Edit: This is not "Say What You Want," though I'm still not sure what the track title is.

Pre-order Fits @ Full Time Hobby
Pre-order Fits @ Rough Trade

New Music: White Denim - "I Start To Run"

Fits is going to be sweet!

White Denim will be releasing their first single "I Start To Run" off their upcoming Fits LP. The insanely groovy track will be accompanied by non-album b-side "Yo-Yo." The single will hit shelves July 6 in the EU, but Full Time Hobby is streaming the song here if you'd like to hear it for yourself. I hear a little LCD Soundsystem in the background (well, kind of).

Also, you can now pre-order Fits at Full Time Hobby and you'll receive a free t-shirt (pictured below). If t-shirts aren't your style, you can also pre-order Fits at Rough Trade and you'll receive a special bonus mix compiled by the band themselves. Decisions, decisions...

Frightened Rabbit w/ The Twilight Sad & We Were Promised Jetpacks @ Neumos (9-16-2009)

Just announced: FatCat Superstars of Scotland Tour

On September 16th, FRIGHTENED RABBIT, THE TWILIGHT SAD, and (most importantly) WE WERE PROMISED JETPACKS will be playing Neumos. Tickets are only $13, and they go on sale this Friday at 10:00 am. Don't miss this show!

Neumos Presents
8 PM Doors
$13 ADV
Tickets on Sale Friday at 10AM
21+

Spoon - New Bonus Track "Japanese Cigarette Case (demo)"

photo cred: mitelsantiago

Head over to Spoon's official website and feast your ears on this month's bonus track: a demo of "Japanese Cigarette Case," which is labeled "Oceanside Demo" and was recorded at Oregon's Kung Fu Bakery. Personally, I like this version a little better than the one that appeared on Ga Ga Ga Ga Ga. While I enjoy Spoon's experimentation with new sounds on their last album, the omission of the flamenco guitar makes the song sound more Spoon-like in my opinion.

MP3: Spoon - "Japanese Cigarette Case (demo)"
(June's Spoon Bonus Track found here)

Black Joe Lewis & The Honeybears :: New Video "I'm Broke"

Black Joe Lewis & The Honeybears "I'm Broke"

Check out this new video by the Austin eight-piece Black Joe Lewis & The Honeybears. BJL, who was here rocking Seattle late last month at the Tractor, has produced another fun video that captures the essence of their swagger and style. The featured song, "I'm Broke," is one of many instant hits off their latest LP Tell 'Em What Your Name Is. Pick up a copy of this wonderful record for yourself from Lost Highway records (here).

White Denim - New Website :: Fits Pre-order

White Denim set to unleash Fits

On June 22, 2009, White Denim will drop their megaloaded third full-length album to the UK and Europe through Full Time Hobby Records. The band has given its website a bit of a facelift in preparation for the album release, and also is offering up a pre-order through Rough Trade. For anyone who still is just discovering this amazing trio, prime yourself by purchasing Exposion and Let's Talk About It, which can be done by following the links below. Start counting down the days until June 22...

The Cave Singers - Welcome Joy Cover Art and Track Listing

The Cave Singers - Welcome Joy - Release date :: August 18

Side 1.

Summer Light

Leap

At the Cut

Shrine

Hen of the Woods

Side 2.

Beach House

VV

I Don't Mind

Townships

Bramble