Video: Sandpaper Dolls “Swallow Them Whole”
Back in September, we featured a fresh track from Louisville’s Sandpaper Dolls. “Swallow Them Whole” is the first single from the band’s self-titled, debut album. Karate Body Records will release the album digitally on November 6. The a capella trio recently released a video for the single, which can be found below.
Fresh Track: Mr. Kinetik “Black Hole Rap”
Indianapolis MC Mr. Kinetik dropped his new LP Black Hole Rap this week. The effort is his first solo release since Sounds of Soul hit airwaves in August of last year. The album features a heady sampling of classic funk, soul and R&B, with Kinetik’s message of peace, progressiveness, and self-promotion floating above it all. Listen to the title track below and grab the LP via Bandcamp for $5.
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Written by Rob Peoni
Fresh Track: Typhoon “Common Sentiments”
Oregon’s Typhoon is a band that I’ve favored since the release of their terrific 2010 LP Hunger and Thirst. The 13-piece band is independent folk rock’s modern take on parlour music. Parlour music rose in popularity in middle class homes across America during the latter half of the 19th century, charactarized by multiple musicians playing harmonically independent melodies. As instruments and printed sheet music became readily available, locals would gather within the home to perform with whomever was available. For Typhoon and their new record White Lighter, a house in Pendarvis Farm in Oregon’s Happy Valley served as the parlor of choice. Read the band’s June interview with Rip City Review for a glimpse into their recording process.
White Lighter is due out in early 2013, but those seeking an early taste may pre-order a 7″ of the album’s first single “Common Sentiments.” The single drops on October 29. Pressed on Tender Loving Empire, the release is limited to just 200 copies and features a b-side of the track “Green.” Listen to “Common Sentiments” below, and keep your eyes peeled for White Lighter early next year.
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Written by Rob Peoni
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