Radiohead are back after a three year hiatus with a new album which has been eagerly anticipated by indie music lovers. The album called 'The King Of Limbs' is available for download for only £6.00 from their website today and has been received positively by fans.
I'll be posting a review in the next few days once I've had time to digest and ponder it, although my initial thoughts on it are that it couldn't be better!
Below is their new video with some truly er, special but endearing dancing from the legend of Thom Yorke. I've also put the link in for their website if you want to check it out.
http://www.radiohead.com/deadairspace/
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Friday, 18 February 2011
Monday, 17 January 2011
5 Songs Whirring Round My Head This Week
'Trickster' Radiohead
A track of their EP My Iron Lung it's one of their slightly rockier songs which is lead by their high pitched guitar and Yorke's distinctive yet slightly muffled voice. With inventive and layered riffs this song has some of my favourite guitar ever. A genius song from a genius band.
'Twenty Twenty Surgery' Taking Back Sunday
Another atypical rock song with a slightly too repetitive beat, improved with some unexpected twists, it's nevertheless still a good song. You'll find yourself quickly singing along to the self involved lyrics and vocal style of Adam Lazzara which sounds like he is singing call and response with himself. An energetic and immersing song.
'E.S.T.' White Lies
Off their first album this song opens with very Joy Division like drums and ominous tones then creates a juxtaposed feel with the rhythmic bass. Full of cheery lyrics like "I leave my memoirs on the floor of my fears" and "fate always loses hope" it's an emotive song with a distinctly eighties vibe.
'Crying Lightening' Arctic Monkeys
The first single of their revolutionary third album where they seemed to completely reinvent themselves from the no nonsense Sheffield boys into the more serious indie band and this song reflects that shift from the more obscure lyrics to the fuzzy sounding guitar.
'Pretty Handsome Awkward' The Used
This is a fairly unknown American rock band which also happens to be my best friends all time favourite band which is how I got into them. This song is an anthem; it's catchy and interesting to listen to. It's a beast of a song from a very beastly looking man. A real rock song.
A track of their EP My Iron Lung it's one of their slightly rockier songs which is lead by their high pitched guitar and Yorke's distinctive yet slightly muffled voice. With inventive and layered riffs this song has some of my favourite guitar ever. A genius song from a genius band.
'Twenty Twenty Surgery' Taking Back Sunday
Another atypical rock song with a slightly too repetitive beat, improved with some unexpected twists, it's nevertheless still a good song. You'll find yourself quickly singing along to the self involved lyrics and vocal style of Adam Lazzara which sounds like he is singing call and response with himself. An energetic and immersing song.
'E.S.T.' White Lies
Off their first album this song opens with very Joy Division like drums and ominous tones then creates a juxtaposed feel with the rhythmic bass. Full of cheery lyrics like "I leave my memoirs on the floor of my fears" and "fate always loses hope" it's an emotive song with a distinctly eighties vibe.
'Crying Lightening' Arctic Monkeys
The first single of their revolutionary third album where they seemed to completely reinvent themselves from the no nonsense Sheffield boys into the more serious indie band and this song reflects that shift from the more obscure lyrics to the fuzzy sounding guitar.
'Pretty Handsome Awkward' The Used
This is a fairly unknown American rock band which also happens to be my best friends all time favourite band which is how I got into them. This song is an anthem; it's catchy and interesting to listen to. It's a beast of a song from a very beastly looking man. A real rock song.
Friday, 14 January 2011
5 Album Releases To Look Forward To In 2011
2011 is set to be a great year judging by the bands that are set to release new albums, so below I've listed some of the most anticipated albums.
Radiohead
Everyone has one band that means the most to them and will always value above everything else and for me that band is Radiohead; their music makes me blissfully happy. It's been three years since they last released an album with 'In Rainbows' in 2008 but they are set to release a new one this year. They are rock royalty who have made monumental records such as 'Ok Computer', The Bends' and 'Hail To The Thief' and are not afraid to develop and experiment which means that each album is a piece of art. I'm looking forward to nothing more than a new album from them.
The Strokes
Newly reformed and with more buzz than ever with reports of excellant new songs their set to release a new album on March 22nd. Let's hope they deliver more amazing tunes such as 'Last Nite' and 'Reptillica'.
Foo Fighters
Taylor Hawkins has announced that the band are releasing a new album this year which will be their 7th studio album. Another iconic band who also make absolutely astounding albums. Definitely something to look forward to for any head bangers.
Franz Ferdinand
From the band who have released 'Take Me Out', 'Ulysses' and 'You Girls' they will hopefully release some more feel good songs.
White Lies
With their début album released last year this is a dark band which made a huge impact on the music scene and now all those who like the macabre and depressive wait eagerly, well as eagerly as goths can be, for their new album set for release this month. Below is their new single.
Radiohead
Everyone has one band that means the most to them and will always value above everything else and for me that band is Radiohead; their music makes me blissfully happy. It's been three years since they last released an album with 'In Rainbows' in 2008 but they are set to release a new one this year. They are rock royalty who have made monumental records such as 'Ok Computer', The Bends' and 'Hail To The Thief' and are not afraid to develop and experiment which means that each album is a piece of art. I'm looking forward to nothing more than a new album from them.
The Strokes
Newly reformed and with more buzz than ever with reports of excellant new songs their set to release a new album on March 22nd. Let's hope they deliver more amazing tunes such as 'Last Nite' and 'Reptillica'.
Foo Fighters
Taylor Hawkins has announced that the band are releasing a new album this year which will be their 7th studio album. Another iconic band who also make absolutely astounding albums. Definitely something to look forward to for any head bangers.
Franz Ferdinand
From the band who have released 'Take Me Out', 'Ulysses' and 'You Girls' they will hopefully release some more feel good songs.
White Lies
With their début album released last year this is a dark band which made a huge impact on the music scene and now all those who like the macabre and depressive wait eagerly, well as eagerly as goths can be, for their new album set for release this month. Below is their new single.
Tuesday, 30 November 2010
5 Older Music Videos Worth Checking Out
One of the most accessible ways of discovering new music and bands you like is through music videos. They encompass a massive range of different style such as recordings of the artists performing live, comedic sketches, videos with plots and works of art to name a few. Below I've picked 5 slightly older music videos that, as well as being fantastic songs from some truly incredible artists, are a true testament to how good videos can be.
5-At number 5 is White Stripes with 'Fell In Love With A Girl'
This is an awe inspiring video made completely out of lego and stop frame animation, whilst watching it you cannot deny the sheer effort and time spent on this video and the only problem with it, it's length.
4-Pulp with 'Common People'
This is an iconic pop art styled 90's video featuring a captivating and eccentric performance from the legend that is Jarvis Cocker, some incredibly complicated dance routines and a giant trolly, could there be a better combination?
3-At number 3 is Red Hot Chilli Peppers with 'Can't Stop'
'Can't Stop' is an amazing video inspired by the 'one minute sculptures' of Erwin Wurm and consists of the band responding to Wurm's work. There isn't a single second in this video when you aren't watching something visually dramatic and interesting; a great video for a great song.
2-Foo Fighters with 'Learn To Fly'
This is a comedic video where Foo Fighters play various different characters as well as themselves on a plane and are joined by Jack Black and Kyle Gass (from Tenacious D) and involves rather humorous goings on with smuggled narcotics, a coffee pot and heavy machinery.
1-Radiohead with 'Just'
'Just' is an incredible video that has sparked endless debate and discussion. This video shows the complete and utter breakdown of an average businessman from a single realisation which he then shares with a crowd of people who have gathered and leads to them completely ceasing to function as well. However within the video the subtitles cut out when he reveals his realisation to the crowd so the viewer is forever left ignorant of the knowledge that has made them loose the will to live and it is this that has sparked countless debates and theories. This storyline coupled with an intense and heartfelt performance from the band makes for one of the best music videos of all time.
5-At number 5 is White Stripes with 'Fell In Love With A Girl'
This is an awe inspiring video made completely out of lego and stop frame animation, whilst watching it you cannot deny the sheer effort and time spent on this video and the only problem with it, it's length.
4-Pulp with 'Common People'
This is an iconic pop art styled 90's video featuring a captivating and eccentric performance from the legend that is Jarvis Cocker, some incredibly complicated dance routines and a giant trolly, could there be a better combination?
3-At number 3 is Red Hot Chilli Peppers with 'Can't Stop'
'Can't Stop' is an amazing video inspired by the 'one minute sculptures' of Erwin Wurm and consists of the band responding to Wurm's work. There isn't a single second in this video when you aren't watching something visually dramatic and interesting; a great video for a great song.
2-Foo Fighters with 'Learn To Fly'
This is a comedic video where Foo Fighters play various different characters as well as themselves on a plane and are joined by Jack Black and Kyle Gass (from Tenacious D) and involves rather humorous goings on with smuggled narcotics, a coffee pot and heavy machinery.
Foo Fighters - Learn To Fly (Official Music Video). Watch more top selected videos about: Foo Fighters
1-Radiohead with 'Just'
'Just' is an incredible video that has sparked endless debate and discussion. This video shows the complete and utter breakdown of an average businessman from a single realisation which he then shares with a crowd of people who have gathered and leads to them completely ceasing to function as well. However within the video the subtitles cut out when he reveals his realisation to the crowd so the viewer is forever left ignorant of the knowledge that has made them loose the will to live and it is this that has sparked countless debates and theories. This storyline coupled with an intense and heartfelt performance from the band makes for one of the best music videos of all time.
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