Sarah Glynn "Mercy Street"

Check out Sarah Glynn's magical cover of "Mercy Street" by Peter Gabriel.  It is the first in the Foreign Languages singles collection she plans to release in the next few months.

If you like it, you can mosey on over to iTunes and purchase it here.

Doodle Music

An intricate and amazingly original take on the fusion of math and music.  And, it's all done with Sharpie's and graph paper!  Brought to you by "mathemusican" Vi Hart.  (via Flavorwire).

Beck's New Album To Be Released as Illustrated Book of Sheet Music by McSweeney's

Beck's new album, Beck Hanson's Song Reader, will be coming out as a sheet music only release, thanks in part to McSweeney's, the original publishing house founded by author Dave Eggers.  It features original full-color art by Marcel Dzama, Leanne Shapton, Josh Cochran, and many more.  Bringing the songs to life depends on you, the reader.  Some of the reader renditions will be featured on the McSweeney's website.  The album, which includes original art for each song, comes in a hard cover carrying case.  The official release date is December 2012, just in time for Christmas!  

Frankie Rose - "Know Me" Video

Urban Outfitter's has teamed up with director Ricardo Rivera to produce a stunning new video for Frankie Rose's "Know Me," one of the best tracks off her excellent album Interstellar.  The video, which has has a retro sci-fi feel, follows Rose as she navigates through a labyrinth of neon tunnels and flashing lights.

Frankie Rose - "Know Me" from Urban Outfitters on Vimeo.

Robert Schneider on Bill Doss

Honestly, I am still reeling from the passing of the immensely talented Bill Doss.  I've been going through some of my old OTC photographs back in the day in order to put together a little photo tribute of my own.  Coming soon!  

Robert Schneider, of The Apples in Stereo and longtime friend and collaborator of Bill Doss, had this to say about Bill's untimely passing over on the E6 Town Hall forum:  

I am heartbroken by the loss of my life-long friend, collaborator and band-mate. My world will never be the same without the wonderful, funny, supremely creative Bill Doss. On behalf of my own family-- as well as of The Apples in stereo and the Elephant 6 Collective-- I would like to send out tender thoughts and our deepest sympathies to Bill's wife and family.

Chuang Tsu: "The wood is consumed but the fire burns on, and we do not know when it will come to an end."

Love to you all,

Robert Schneider

 

R.I.P. Bill Doss of The Olivia Tremor Control

The music world has suffered a great loss today with the passing of Bill Doss, founding member of The Olivia Tremor Control and Sunshine Fix.  Doss also was a co-founder of the Elephant 6 collective, which included OTC, The Apples in Stereo, Neutral Milk Hotel, the Music Tapes and many more like-minded groups.

Doss grew up in the tiny town of Ruston, Louisiana, where he met Jeff Mangum of Neutral Milk Hotel and Will Cullen Hart, his harmonic other half in OTC.  The three became fast friends and eventually formed the Olivia Tremor Control.  After moving to Athens, Mangum split off to form Neutral Milk Hotel, while the other two went on to record two psychedelic masterpieces, Music From The Unrealized Film Script:  Dusk at Cubist Castle and Black Foliage:  Animation Music.  

No details of his death have been released at this point. 

Here is a video of OTC from this years Pitchfork Music Festival:  

Polaris Prize Announces Short List for Music Prize

The Polaris Music Prize has announced its short list of album nominations.  Some notable inclusions:  Kathleen Edwards, anthemic rockers Japandroids, Grimes, hip-hop superstar Drake, and a ton more.  Proof positive that Canada is producing some amazing music these days.

Check out the whole list here.

New Sigur Ros Track!

Sigur Ros have debuted a new track from their forthcoming album, Valtari, (out on May 28th).  The track "Ekki Mukk" clocks in at nearly eight minutes.  (via Ultra8201)



Sigur Rós - Ekki múkk from Sigur Rós on Vimeo.

Download New Best Coast Track

Best Coast keeps it sunny with a shimmering ode to California, "It's the Only Place."  The track will be on the groups new album, out on May 15th.  Give it a listen and get ready to pack your bags for the West Coast! (via Pitchfork)

Austin Imposition Night Parties

You don't need a badge or wristband for these night shows and there are some great bands.  Some are disguised  under a fake name or "surprise guest," but you can guess that they will be awesome.  Click on the RSVP link for set times and RSVP info.

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Brooklyn Vegan Hotel Vegan Full Lineup

Brooklyn Vegan has finally unveiled their awesome 4-day Hotel Vegan lineup.  I may just camp out here for the duration.

Lineup and details.

SouthBySuds Whip In 2012

Austin's favorite beer store/bar/awesome Indian food restaurant is hosting five days of music and beer.  There will be beer specials throughout the day and night, and with over 72 taps to choose from, you won't have trouble finding a tasty brew to your liking.

Details and schedule.

Universal Music Group Day Party

Universal is hosting a music party showcasing their artists.  Open bar, the two words I love to hear.

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Check Yo Ponytail Thursday Set Times

Here are the set times for the Check Yo Ponytail party over at Emo's East on Thursday:

(Doors at 11:30am)

12-12:40 - Hex Oh Hex Oh
12:45-1:15 - K. Flay
1:20-1:50 - Dirty Ghost
1:55-2:25 - Geographer
2:30-3:00 - MNDR
3:05-3:35 - Blondes (live)
3:40-4:10 - Purity Ring
4:15-5:00 - Theophilus London
5:05-5:50 - Bass Drum of Death
6:00-7:00 - Dum Dum Girls

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Brooklyn Vegan announces Thursday lineup

Brooklyn Vegan have announced the lineup for the Thursday day party at Hotel Vegan.  Check it out here.  

South X San Jose

Austin's favorite upscale hotel (and awesome after work drinking patio), the Hotel San Jose, is hosting 4 days of shows on their expansive outdoor stage.  The lineup includes some pretty awesome bands like Built to Spill, Blitzen Trapper, and Ben Kweller.  As an extra bonus, the former Go-Go, Kathy Valentine, will be showcasing her all-girl supa group The Bluebonnets on Saturday.  No RSVP required.

LINEUP AND MORE INFO

Spotify House SXSW

Are you a Spotify user?  Throughout the festival, Spotify, along with MSN, is hosting the Spotify House on 1010 E. Cesar Chavez.

You must have a Spotify user name to RSVP for this one.

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Nylon Party RSVP

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South by South Mess 2

The folks over South by South Mess are at it again.  They have five parties next week that they promise will be "the messiest parties of SXSW 2012."  One of the parties is a Slip N Slide party.  Sounds fun!
If you can decipher the cryptic poster above you will unearth a pretty awesome lineup including the buzzalicious Grimes, Maps & Atlases, Japanther, Dan Deacon, and more.  Can you figure out the rest of the lineup?  They have a handy page where you can RSVP to all five parties.

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Strange Brew Party at Hotel Vegan

Covert Curiosity, one of Austin's best music blogs is co-hosting this party this Monday night.  They will have free PBR and pizza to get you in the mood for SXSW music. (via)

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