Saturday Sounds

You're only late if you were expected. Sorry this didn't happen on a Saturday rather than a Sunday (given the title), however, here is my weekend sound fix.

Two Weeks by Grizzly Bear off of their recently released EP Veckatimest. VERY weird music video but credit for the ending. If only I could shoot light out of my mouth - how popular would I be in a bar/parking lot/forest yet hated in a movie theater.

Stop... It's Grammy Time

The night when music artists warble their way into YouTube admiration. The 2010 Grammy's made their annual performance this past Sunday, January 31st, rife with self-indulgent acceptance speeches and bombastic performances (as to be expected - and LOVED).

The performances are really what makes it worth the 3+ hours. Here were my favorites of the night (P!nk wins though, hands down):

Pink - "Glitter In The Air"



Beyonce - "If I Were A Boy / You Oughta Know"



Lady GaGa / Elton John - "Poker Face / Speechless / Your Song"

My Passion Pit Obsession

Electro-alternative band Passion Pit is catchy... like herpes. The Cambridge, MA group is gaining traction with the masses and their first single "Sleepyhead" is featured in the current Palm Pixie mobile phone ad. See below...



I currently am obsessed with the band and think their sound is modern and unique. My favorite at the moment which I hope will make it to the mainstream airwaves is "The Reeling." It has a great beat and vibe. There are already some good remixes of this single out there now. Check the original cut here...




Their latest single, "Moth's Wings," will soon be featured on Big Love and Gossip Girl. Can't wait! Their latest CD entitled Manners is available for download on iTunes now.

Saturday Sounds

Sound off. This weekend's fortunate fixation is "Shampoo" by Pete Yorn & Scarlett Johansson. Yes, the actress... and yes, she can sing. This just puts me in a good mood. Check out their album "Break Up" on iTunes for some other great tracks.

Here is a live recording of the two at Spinner's The Interface.

10 Songs You Need To Hear

Music is like an all-you-can-eat buffet, it should be sampled generously! I am never one to cast out a new sound or beat based on name or genre alone. While I have my preferences, I can find appreciation in almost anything I hear. (Albeit, sometimes that pleasure comes from turning said music off.)

Nonetheless, I appreciate when my friends or iTunes' "New & Noteworthy" introduce me to new artists and songs. To perpetuate the practice, I give you 10 Songs You Need To Hear if you haven't already... ASAFP.

1. "Hearing Damage" by Thom Yorke. Pure, meditative bliss. 
2. "Boom" by Anjulie. Seductive and retro. 
3. "Birthday" by Awesome New Republic. Kinetic! 
4. "Thursday" by Asobi Seksu. Cheerful and engaging. 
5. "Raindrops" by Basement Jaxx. Oddly infectious. 
6. "In For The Kill (Skream Remix)" by La Roux. Addictive. 
7. "Daylight" by Matt & Kim. Inspiring. 
8. "Gold Guns Girls" by Metric. Adrenaline-filled. 
9. "Wild is the Wind" by Nina Simone. Words cannot describe. 
10."Sleepyhead" by Passion Pit. Reminiscent and playful. 


All songs and artists are available on iTunes. Happy discovering / listening!