Fresh Track: Robin Pecknold “Olivia, In a Separate Bed” (demo)
Fleet Foxes frontman Robin Pecknold has released a new demo for a song entitled “Olivia, In a Separate Bed.” The material is the first since drummer J. Tillman’s departure from the indie-folk titans a few weeks ago. The song is still in its early stages and is a bit rambling and unfocused. This should not be surprising as the lyrics deal directly with Pecknold’s recent break-up with his girlfriend Olivia. Only apathetic people with frigid hearts write concisely and coherently in the midst of an emotional loss. Apparently, Pecknold unleashed a torrent of bitter tweets regarding his lost love the other day, before subsequently deleting. Ah, young love in the digital age.
The tone of the track is reminiscent of the material that Pecknold released for free with fellow indie rocker Ed Droste last year. Other Foxes, Christian Wargo and Casey Wescott are currently playing shows for their side project Poor Moon. Stream Pecknold’s demo below. It might not be Fleet Foxes, but at least we know Pecknold is working. And that, to borrow Martha Stewart’s words, is a good thing.
Written by Rob Peoni
Fresh Track + Video: Daniel and the Lion “Free Love”
I have previously expressed my support for artists that do not take themselves too seriously. From the “World Premiere” music video for their song “Free Love” below, we can assume that Daniel Pingrey and Jimmie Linville of Daniel and the Lion are two musicians who no one would mistake for pretentious. The duo hails from Madison, WI. They dropped “Free Love” on Tuesday. The track is a touch on the sappy side, but the vocals and production work are terrific. And I’ll be damned if the song isn’t catchy as hell. To be honest, I’ll jam out to just about anything with a foot stomp and a hand clap – I’m kidding, sort of. Classic, clean songwriting from two dudes who look like they’d be fun to hang with. Stream the single, and sharpen your culinary skills below. Download the track for free via Daniel and the Lion’s Bandcamp page.
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Written by Rob Peoni
Fresh Track + Video: Toy Soldiers “Maybe”
Yesterday, Philadelphia five-piece Toy Soldiers dropped a 3-track EP entitled Tell the Teller. The songs will likely be featured on an as yet untitled full length, due out later this year. If their brand of soulful rock is reminiscent of fellow Philly natives Dr. Dog, it is with good reason. This material was recorded under the guidance of Bill Moriarty, who has served as Dr. Dog’s longtime Producer. Listen and watch a video for “Maybe” below. Name your price for a copy of Tell the Teller via Bandcamp.
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Written by Rob Peoni
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