Nomethod summer sampler
has a new label sampler out now and it's well worth checking out if you want to stay up on Sweden's current best indierock.
Navet - For the show
The new Navet single "For the show" is out today and can be streamed/downloaded for free here: https://www.fortheshow.se/
Pfork reviews Biosphere, I Break Horses
Pitchfork gives high marks to the new Biosphere album "N-plants": https://pitchfork.com/reviews/albums/15626-n-plants/
They also posted admiringly about a tune from Swedish act I Break Horses: https://pitchfork.com/reviews/tracks/12257-hearts/
Iceage live @ WFMU
In case you missed it, Iceage played an in-studio live set for WFMU when they came over for their inaugural US tour: https://blog.wfmu.org/freeform/2011/06/ice-age-at-wfmu-mp3s.html
MP3: Björn Kleinhenz - Right on time
I came back from a long run this morning and my wife asked me to put on some music while she made breakfast. "Something mellow, but not a bummer," she said. I put this song and knew immediately that it was the perfect choice. A clear, sunny summer morning and the song stylings of Björn Kleinhenz; it doesn't get much nicer. Have a happy and safe 4th of July everybody!
On vacation
One week at home followed by one week far far away from any computer. I'll try to chip away at the review pile over the duration, but don't expect regular news updates to resume until Monday, July 18.
Under the Radar reviews Shine 2009
Under the Radar reviews Finnish 90's-style pop revivalists Shine 2009: https://www.undertheradarmag.com/reviews/realism/
The Out Door talks to Hertta Lussu Ässä
Pitchfork column "The Out Door" talks to Finnish trio Hertta Lussu Ässä who have just released their debut album after many years together: https://pitchfork.com/features/the-out-door/7997-the-out-door-15/2/
Heroes & Zeros - Salt where the sugar should be
A new single from Norwegian act Heroes & Zeros showing off somewhat of a different less overtly dark/more straight-up indie/psych sound.
New Agent Side Grinder comp
French label has put together a 2CD set of music from Swedish industrial act Agent Side Grinder featuring one disc of their best studio tracks from both albums and the 2nd featuring their excellent live cassette-only release "Industrial beauty". Full details: https://www.manicdepressionrecords.com/artists.php?id_artiste=42&lg=uk
Viola - Summer shenanigans
Viola's new tune for the month of July is called "Summer shenanigans" and it's now available for streaming + free download: https://www.violamusicclub.com/2011-07-summer-shenanigans
Hebosagil - Ura (sampler)
Hebosagil is now streaming 5/7 of their new album "Ura" at Soundcloud. Still very highly recommended.
New Bastard Priest coming in time for Kill-Town Death Fest
The new Bastard Priest LP "Ghouls of the endless night" has been confirmed for release in time for Kill-Town Death Fest which is happening in Copenhagen September 2-3, which the band will not be playing. Said album will be released in two editions, one limited with a gatefold sleeve and color vinyl.
Spinner interviews This Is Head
Spinner talks to Swedish kraut/pop act This Is Head: https://www.spinner.com/2011/06/29/this-is-head/
MP3: Peter Bjorn and John - May seem macabre
Summer tune number #2 comes from what is and what will probably remain one of 2011's best releases, "Gimme some" from Peter Bjorn and John. Just like I said last time, it's an exceptionally solid release the whole way through, so I really could've picked any other tune for posting, but really, I just wanted an excuse to pair "May seem macabre" with Ministry's "So what" because I can't hear the former without thinking of the latter. Not a diss! I just wonder if they've ever considered a live segue between the two.