Archive for May, 2010

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Heather Woods Broderick – From The Ground

May 26, 2010

Broderick is a name many of us would have heard by now – Peter Broderick has been working his magic on the musical scene now for three years releasing albums highly regarded both by the press and fans aswell as touring together with Heather in the Efterklang live band.

But, for me, it wasn’t Peter who introduced me to the wonderful music of the Broderick’s – instead it was his sister and her debut release, From The Ground.

From The Ground is a record of haunting beauty and great depth. I’m picking up bits after many repeated listens that really make me stop and listen every time –  for example, one of my personal highlights, the multi-layered vocals of “The Colors” or one of the many expansive, swelling string sections. Heather’s singing voice is a rare gift and her songwriting ability is incredible, turning what could have been simply another great release into one of the year’s highlights and a record that I feel will stay with me for a long time.

Pick up the limited vinyl if you get the chance – lovely artwork, an infinite violin loop and an added bonus track.

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Nocando – Jimmy the Lock

May 17, 2010

Nocando has been earning himself credit in the hip-hop underground over the past 6 years known primarily as a west-coast battle rapper. Jimmy the Lock is his 2010 debut out now on the Alpha Pup imprint.

Nocando’s lyrical style is obviously influenced by his battling prowess, filtering his social commentary through whit and humour, always unpredictable and always brilliant. Those put on production duties are equally as ace – Nosaj Thing, Nobody, Thavius Beck, Maestroe and Daedelus are among the selected few chosen to compliment Nocan’s vocal delivery.

Strongly recommended for anybody into their hip hop.

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Take – Only Mountain

May 10, 2010

Only a quick one today – and sorry for the lack of posts recently, have a lot going on atm. Bare with me.

Only Mountain takes (no pun intended) influence from los angeles’ lop-sided beat stylings and contorts it further to make it his own. It’s an easy contender for beat beat-based album of the year, very highly recommended.

Not my link, thanks to the original uploader.

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