DOWNLOAD: Daft Punk - Human After All (justice Remix) (MP3)
DOWNLOAD: The Rapture - Sister Saviour (blackstrobe Remix) (MP3)
DOWNLOAD: The Rapture - Whoo! Alright-yeah... Uh Huh (MP3)
DOWNLOAD: LCD Soundsystem - Daft Punk Is Playing At My House (soulwax Shibuya Mix) (MP3)

Like they did for CMJ, The Rapture will help kick off SXSW with a special performance (9pm) on March 14th at La Zona Rosa in Austin. The Pipettes open (8pm).

It was also just confirmed by Pitchfork that the Daft Punk tour is in fact happening (!), and that The Rapture, Ed Banger's SebasatiAn, and KavinSky are opening on all dates. Pitchfork's dates don't list Lollapalooza - possibly becase they're not to say yet. '

More tour dates below...

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by Avi Roig

Avi Roig is a Scandinavian music expert. In fact it's all he writes about on his website It'a a Trap. He even puts out records too. Below he talks about eleven Swedish artists that are visiting the U.S. this month to play SXSW and elsewhere.

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DOWNLOAD: Marit Bergman - No Party (MP3)

Consensus has it that Marit Bergman's latest album "I think it's a rainbow" is very mediocre and sadly, I'm inclined to agree. Don't let that daunt you though - she's got another two solid solo records under her belt and, despite any criticism, is one super-talented lady. Listen to "Rainbow"'s lead single "No party" for proof.

And who could forget the greatness of "Adios amigos"?

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DOWNLOAD: Ane Brun - To Let Myself Go (MP3)
DOWNLOAD: Ane Brun & Teitur - Rubber and Soul (MP3)

I'm kinda ambivilent about Ane Brun's first two records, but "Duets" is superb and her new live record ain't bad either. As for Teitur (from Denmark), I can't say that his solo work made much an impression on me, but I really like his voice. Now, howabout Ane and Teitur together? Beautiful.

see also
* Ane Brun | 2006 Tour Dates, Living Room
* Swedish shows in NYC, LA & SXSW | Ane Brun

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DOWNLOAD: David & The Citizens - The End (MP3)
DOWNLOAD: David & The Citizens - Absent mind (MP3)

David is pissed at me for reporting on widespread rumors relating to the fact that his entire backing band recently quit on him. Dude, if it's not true why not come out and deny it? And even if it is, who the fuck cares? People will still respect you if you say you love your girlfriend more than your ex-bandmates.

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DOWNLOAD: The Faintest Ideas - Nosebleeders on the tracks (MP3)
DOWNLOAD: The Faintest Ideas - You're Beautiful (MP3)

Spastic twee that may remind you of the Buzzcocks, more than the usual C86 crowd - The Faintest Ideas.

ALERT: The Faintest Ideas play NYC TONIGHT (March 9) and Cake Shop Tuesday (March 12)

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DOWNLOAD: Tobias Froberg - When The NIght Turns Cold (MP3)

Maybe skip the showcase and follow Tobias Froberg around on the street?

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DOWNLOAD: Frida Hyvönen - You Never Got Me Right (MP3)

I find Frida Hyvönen's music wholly unremarkable, but many folks whose taste and opinion I respect would strongly disagree.

see also
* Wrens playing CMJ | Frida Hyvonen Tour Dates
* Under Byen + Frida Hyvonen | 2007 Tour Dates (SXSW)
* (The Concretes signed) Frida Hyvönen | opening for Jens Lekman
* Jens Lekman & Frida Hynvonen @ Mercury Lounge, NYC | pic

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DOWNLOAD: Johnossi - Man Must Dance (MP3)

Sure, Meg White's feeble drumming is a big part of the White Stripe's sound, but imagine what they'd be like if she was good? Enter Johnossi. These guys sure make quite a ruckus for just two people, especially considering that frontman John Engelbert plays an acoustic guitar.

see also
* Johnossi playing Brooklyn Vegan show @ SXSW

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The Swedish electro scene is overcrowded, but Lo-Fi-Fnk stands out. In the right venue with the right crowd, I bet it goes off.

see also
* Radio Soulwax - 2007 Tour Dates + Lo Fi Fnk kicks off tour
* Lo-Fi-Fnk | 2007 Tour Dates (SXSW) & CMJ pics

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DOWNLOAD: Loney, Dear - I Am John (MP3)

Before he signed to SubPop, Loney, Dear mainman Emil Svandngen spent many years burning his own CDRs, booking his own shows and doing everything the hard way. More than just good music, this is proof that hard work and perseverence pays off.

see also
* Loney, Dear & Tokyo Police Club's extra shows
* Loney, Dear | 2007 Tour Dates & CMJ pics
* Loney, Dear | Sub Pop, MP3s & Tour Dates (CMJ)

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LISTEN: Mando Diao @ MySpace

I pick on these guys a lot. Whether it's for their reputation as Sweden's biggest band of assholes, their sophomore slump epitomizing album "Hurricane bar" or whatever else I can come up with, I will admit that the new record "Ode to ochrasy" is fairly decent. However, I must warn you: seeing Mando Diao live may be hazardous to your health.

ALERT: Playing Bowery Ballroom on May 14th.

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DOWNLOAD: Peter Bjorn & John - I don't know what I want us to do (MP3)

You don't need me to tell you that this is one of the year's biggest must-see acts. I've been a fan from the very beginning so it's incredibly gratifying to see Peter, Bjorn and John finally getting the attention they deserve.

see also
* Peter Bjorn and John tickets on sale
* Peter Bjorn & John playing SXSW ++ NEW VIDEO
* Peter Bjorn and John @ Mercury Lounge, NYC | pics

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Tour dates for everyone below...

Continue reading "11 Swedish bands (who happen to be playing SXSW)"

DOWNLOAD: Pela - Lost to the Lonesome (CWL Remix) (MP3)

"Holy hell. Mobot here, reporting from the packed-house Pela show at the Merc (Feb 17, 2007). Seriously kids, if Pela doesn't become one of the defining bands for New York rock in the next year following the release of their first full-length CD, then there is no justice in this world. Not only did they blow the doors off their set, but TWO thongs landed onstage." [Music for Robots]

I saw Pela recently too. Mobot does not exaggerate. Highly recommended live show. Listen to a preview of their new album Anytown Graffiti (out April 24), and check them out at one of the following dates:

Pela - 2007
Mar 16 - SXSW @ Eternal -SESAC showcase w/The Faint
Mar 23 - NYC @ Sin-e Brooklyn Vegan party (TICKETS)
Apr 24 - NYC @ Mercury Lounge (CD Release Party) (TICKETS)

All dates below...

Continue reading "Pela - new album preview, tour dates & BV @ Sin-e on sale"

Sinden (CRED)

Wasted Brooklyn Youth

Brooklyn is bass central this Saturday night (March 10th)!

As previously mentioned here, Simian Mobile Disco will be destroying Studio B at the Fixed party.

A bit further to the south, The Thug Wizzardry crew will be trying to blow speakers up at Savalas for Mad Suspect.

Due East at 3rd Ward, The Rub will be hosting The RAVE. Alongside the Rub, special guest Sinden will be dropping his signature breaky, hip hop influenced house to warehouse full of mad ravers. It was also just announced that there will be a room with live bands including Benzos and my personal favorites, The Glass.

(Sinden works with Switch quite a bit and has an excellent radio show on London's KISS FM. Sinden tracks and links here.)

All three parties are unmissable: make the rounds.

NEWS

• Stylus and Pitchfork recommend !!!'s Myth Takes. !!! discuss their favorite tracks
• Looking at Digitalism's Myspace, it seems they are swinging through NYC twice in May and once at the LCD Soundsystem throwdown at Studio B
• Kissy Sell Out (the next big thing) gets the interview treatment from Put the Needle on the Record
• Claude Von Stroke Interview
• James Murphy is blogging for the Guardian

DOWNLOAD:: Shout Out Out Out - Dude, You Feel Electrical (Th Beauty Bar Patio)
DOWNLOAD:: Spektrum - Don't Be Shy (Sat Exodus)
DOWNLOAD:: Simian Mobile Disco - Tits & Acid (Fri Karma Lounge)
DOWNLOAD:: Holy Fuck - Lovely Allen (Wed Beauty Bar)
DOWNLOAD:: Dandi Wind - Apotempnophilia (Sat Beauty Bar)
DOWNLOAD:: Crystal Castles - Air War (Wed Beauty Bar)

DANCING IS ILLEGAL IN NYC...

Continue reading "the week in Dance w/ David Bruno (03/08/07)"

In addition to the six previously announced shows, Damon Albarn and company will play at least two more shows while they're here:

new TGTBATQ dates
March 12 @ The SOHO Apple Store, NYC 2pm
March 17 @ The FADER FORT, SXSW 3pm

Previously
* The Good, The Bad and The Queen and the tickets on sale
* The Good, The Bad & The Queen | 2007 Tour Dates
* Damon Albarn forms a band | the Good The Bad And The Queen

DOWNLOAD: Amy Winehouse on AOL's The Interface (MP3) (info)

Amy in London - Feb 19, 2007 (CRED)

Amy Winehouse's CD Back to Black is out in the U.S. on March 12th. Here are a few of her upcoming shows...

Mon 03/12 - David Letterman
Tue 03/13 - New York, NY Bowery Ballroom (sold out)
Thu 03/15 - Austin, TX Eternal (official SXSW)
Sat 03/17 - Austin, TX Habana Calle (NY2LON SXSW)
Tue 05/08 - New York, NY Highline Ballroom
Wed 05/09 - New York, NY Highline Ballroom

All tour dates below....

Continue reading "Amy Winehouse - (more) 2007 Tour Dates"

DOWNLOAD: Simian Mobile Disco - Tits & Acid (MP3)
DOWNLOAD: Rick Ross vs. Simian Mobile Disco - Hustlin' Hustler (Cadence Weapon Hi-Speed Edit) (MP3)

"Simian Mobile Disco are an English production and remix team. Formed from the ashes of Simian in 2005 they are comprised of members James Ellis Ford and James Anthony Shaw......SMD's debut album will be released on June 4th 2007 on Wichita Recordings. " [Wikipedia]

Catch them @ Studio B Saturday night (March 10) or at one of the many shows listed below...

Continue reading "Simian Mobile Disco - MP3s & 2007 Tour Dates (NYC, SXSW)"

DOWNLOAD: Metronomy live at Soldout (MP3)
DOWNLOAD: Roots Manuva - Awfully Deep (Metronomy Remix) (MP3)
DOWNLOAD: Architecture In Helsinki - Dtw (Metronomy Remix) (MP3)
DOWNLOAD: Infadels - Love Like Semtex (Metronomy Remix) (MP3s)
DOWNLOAD: Dead Disco - The Treatment (Metronomy Remix) (MP3)
DOWNLOAD: Sebastien Tellier - La Ritournelle (Metronomy remix) (MP3)

Metronomy (Joseph Mount) is an electronic artist from Brighton, United Kingdom. In live shows his backing band is The Food Groups. He has also done remixes for Architecture in Helsinki, Infadels, Magnet, Dead Disco, Roots Manuva, Franz Ferdinand, Temposhark, Sébastien Tellier, Klaxons, Box Codax, Max Sedgley and The Young Knives." [Wikipedia]

4 NYC Metronomy shows
Mar 11 @ Midway w/ X-Wife (tix)
Mar 12 @ Midway w/ Hot Club de Paris (tix)
Mar 13 @ Mercury Lounge after 'Live from London' (private)
Mar 13 @ Union Hall w/ Au Revoir Simone & Hot Club De Paris (sold out, but some tix @ door)

All tour dates below....

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DOWNLOAD: Yo Majesty - Club Action (MP3)
DOWNLOAD: Yo Majesty - Hustle Mode (MP3)
DOWNLOAD: Yo Majesty - Warning (MP3)

Your many chances to see Yo Majesty below...

Continue reading "Yo Majesty - 2007 Tour Dates (NYC, SXSW, etc) & MP3s"

Human Giant will make an appearance at a Brooklyn Vegan show Saturday afternoon during SXSW (March 17) . Later that night Aziz, Paul and Rob have a show of their own...

In my last comedy post I listed some upcoming NYC events. Below you'll find some more...

Continue reading "Human Giant @ SXSW & upcoming NYC comedy (by Klaus)"