Flight Facilities : Clair De Lune
I just listened to the epic new single “Clair De Lune” from Flight Facilities featuring the haunting vocals from Christine Hoberg, and I’m so enthralled with it that I had to search and immediately post. Fortunately there is a great video, directed by Dave Ma, which follows Clair & Luna on a night of hooliganism...
A Modern Marvel in Marvelous Times
“A Modern Marvel in Marvelous Times” explores Yasiin Bey aka Mos Def during his visit to the Shrine in Chicago. In this Camovement by Cam Be, Yasiin speaks on his move to New Orleans, the city of Chicago, and his microphone. Including live performance clips of some of his most well-known songs “Casa Bey” “The...
Rachel Brown : Falling In Love Backwards
A birthday dinner was had for Hip-Hop & Snacks on Saturday at NYC’s The Darby. Overall impressions of the evening; food – okay, service – subpar, company – gorgeous, entertainment – AMAZING! Rachel Brown is a singer, songwriter and musician born and raised in New York City, with Ethiopian and Bermudian roots. With her guitar...
∆ : Something Good
The music of ∆ (pronounced Alt-J), a British alternative indie pop quartet, have been filling my ears as of late. The group’s signature blend of layered, folk-inflected dub-pop and soaring alternative rock is similar to groups like Hot Chip, Miike Snow, The Xx. Their newest single “Something Good” is of something good. Constantly on repeat,...
The Xx : Angels
The young band from London are back for their second effort. The Xx recently released their latest album, Coexist, earlier this month. And they do not disappoint at all. More of what you expect with more mature choices. These choices are adherent in the first single “Angels”.
Mayer Hawthorne : No Strings
My favorite track off of 2011′s How Do You Do now comes with a visual representation. Here we see the multi-talented and well dressed Mayer Hawthorne on an adventure from water to land to lounge to bed. As per usual, he’s accompanied by a few choice companions, and all brought to you by the people...
Two Door Cinema Club : Sleep Alone
Two Door Cinema Club return with Beacon, a great sophomore effort. A bit older and a bit more mature, the songs on the record really compliment that growth nicely. Their lead single, “Sleep Alone”, truly embodies the previous statement along with an entertaining and cinematic video.
Purity Ring : Fineshrine
Purity Ring are a Canadian electronic music duo from Montreal, consisting of Megan James and Corin Roddick. They recently released their debut album, Shrines, this past month. Atmospheric rhythm with ethereal vocals, the duo really create a complete and cohesive album...
Move to the Beat of London 2012
“This exclusive behind-the-scenes documentary follows award-winning DJ and producer Mark Ronson around the globe as he visits five Olympic athletes and turns the sounds of their sports into ‘Anywhere In The World,’ Coca-Cola’s® anthem for the London 2012 Olympic Games. Mark’s orchestra is made up of David Oliver (110m hurdler from the United States); Kseniya...
Blood Orange : Champagne Coast
“Dev Hynes may moonlight as a songwriter for artists like Florence and the Machine and The Chemical Brothers, but his solo work as Blood Orange displays a soulful melange of pop experimentalism.”
Hot Chip : Night and Day
“Night & Day” is the lead single off of Hot Chip’s fifth studio album In Our Heads. Accompanying the 80s inspired dance track is a stellar-ly intergalactic video with cameos from Reggie Watts, actor Terrence Stamp, and supermodel Lara Stone. Check out the whole album, it’s a great listen.
Introducing RAC
“Andre Allen Anjos is a producer, composer, instrumentalist, DJ, and the founder of RAC (pronounced Ar-Ay-Cee). In this up-close video, Anjos gives some background on his development from a college student remixing tracks in his dorm room into a sought-after DJ and producer.” I thought I’d give you a better understanding of what we’re going...
Mick Boogie + DJ Jazzy Jeff’s Summertime 3
Summer is officially here!!! Mick Boogie and DJ Jazzy Jeff have once again combined forces (along with the good folks at PLNDR) for the summer time mixtape galore. Download it here. >>>
A Beastieography
“It’s not so simple as I try to wish / But then again what is? / There is no other worthy quest / So on I go…” MTV’s Beastieography premiered on July 11th, 1998.
Mark Foster, A-Trak, and Kimbra : Warrior
Here’s the official video for the newest 3 Artists, 1 Song from Converse + Journeys featuring Mark Foster, A-Trak, and Kimbra. Catchy pop melodies, electro feel good rhythms and sultry vocals…a can’t miss on the creative / commercial blur of the music industry.
Birdy : 1901
At 15 years of age, London native Birdy is a storm of well wishes and compliments. She recently released a full-length, self-titled debut, interpreting the work of several bands you love including The Postal Service, Bon Iver, and Fleet Foxes. The video above is her take on the Phoenix hit “1901″, a gorgeously executed story...
A Take Away Show : Michael Kiwanuka
I love so much how these Take Away Shows are shot, edited and created. Simple and unique production with the artist seems to make the best viewing. No exception with this outing by British soul musician Michael Kiwanuka, whose album...
Vacationer : Gone
The rhythm and the reason of the island tropics inspire this instant favorite. Originally from Philly, Vacationer brings the breezy sounds of the holiday you always wanted. I’m proclaiming that their album, Gone, will be the record of the summer. If you like the video above, check out their mixtape below. A collection of songs...
Grimes : Oblivion
I don’t know if it was the sense of seeing familiar surroundings but having it not feel quite right, this video intrigued me a lot. I then figured it out… it was shot in Canada. Check out a great interview with the artist, director and photographer at Pitchfork. Grimes is more of an overall art...
M∆DE::IN::HEIGHTS
I don’t think I can bring justice to the word obsessed when it comes the songs available by :M∆DE::IN::HEIGHTS:. I’ve been scouring the internet and haven’t been able to find much info on the two EPs released by the Seattle based duo. Which apparently consist of producer Sabzi and vocalist Kellz Bellz. I did accidentally...
The Knocks featuring Mandy Lee : Midnight City
One of the best songs of last year has been covered by the nice boys at The Knocks, featuring a very lovely voice from Mandy Lee.
Alex Winston : Choice Notes
I’m a bit late with this, but as the number one fan of Ms. Alex Winston, I feel obligated to post. “Choice Notes” will be my favorite track of her debut LP King Con, which is now available for pre-order on iTunes. Set me up a couple of Jamo’s and cheers to the beautiful songstress....
Yasiin Bey : Ni**as in Poorest
The most daper Yasiin Bey protests his view of things over the Kanye / Jay track. Produced by Yasiin Bey, Set Free and Andre Cole for Fellowship Mission.
A Take Away Show : Cee Lo Green
I know he’s on The Voice, and I know he made an appearance with Madge at the Super Bowl. But with most of his sins accounted for these days, Cee Lo Green can’t do any wrong in my eyes. Especially when La Blogothéque features him...
M.I.A. : Bad Girls
A big middle finger to the man and a big ups to Mathangi “Maya” Pragasam. With her instant fame rising her is her new single “Bad Girls” from the yet to be titled 4th release. Was it a publicity stunt? Who cares, M.I.A. is cooler than that.
Feist : The Bad In Each Other
Leslie is back with another gorgeous and epic video for “The Bad In Each Other”. Beautiful cinematography and plot supplement this haunting song.
Life+Times presents TROUBLEMAKER “Pantystep: Pleasure Her Pain”
Brought to you by Jay-Z and his cohorts, here’s an epic mix of today’s hottest dubstep from LA-based DJ, Troublemaker. Really nice stuff. Boo-yaa-ka sha! >>> 01. Minnesota – Living Together 02. Madonna and Justin Timberlake – 4 Minutes (Love and Light Remix) 03. DeathStar – Money Talks 04. Joker feat. Jessie Ware – The...
