Fresh Track: Frankie Rose “Know Me”
Frankie Rose is at it again. The Outs are gone. As a former founding member of Vivian Girls along with stints as a drummer/vocalist in prominent Brooklyn garage rock bands Crystal Stilts and Dum Dum Girls, Frankie has never been shy about trying new ways of making music. Her most recent project began in 2009 as Frankie joined forces backing band The Outs to release the first single under Frankie’s name as Frankie and The Outs before a full length LP in 2010. So while we probably shouldn’t be all that surprised to hear she is now recording and releasing records under her own name, what you may be a bit surprised to hear is the style of her newest single.
The first released single from her solo album Interstellar is entitled “Know Me”, and it is not your average Vivian Girls/Frankie and The Outs garage rock girl-pop single. Instead, it pays homage to 1980’s new wave/shoegaze pop, and I must say that personally, this is my favorite Frankie Rose track to date. Perhaps most impressive is the prominence of Frankie’s voice in this new style. Not only does it stand out and shine with a confidence not heard on previous records, it grabs a hold of you and leads you with emotion through a dream-like atmosphere of sound.
Know Me, Don’t Know Me
I Hear What They Said
It Doesn’t Own Me, I’d Rather Be Dead
Know Me, Don’t Know Me
I Know
Frankie has undeniably been honing her artistry at each various stop in her musical journey. Hopefully she’s ready to show us all exactly what her own personal sound is, because I can’t wait to listen.
Interstellar is out 2-21-12.
Connect with Frankie Rose via Twitter | Facebook | Slumberland Records
Written by Greg Dahman
Video: Quilt “Young Gold”
Last month, we featured Boston’s Quilt in a Band to Watch post. As promised, we are watching. I have been hooked on their debut, self-titled LP since Brett’s write-up. Quilt’s songs relate directly to the sleepy, 60s psychedelia that my parents used to keep in steady rotation when I was growing up. A new video for the song “Young Gold” is featured below. The song wreaks of patchouli, feels like a pair of bell-bottom corduroys and looks like a well-worn Indian tapestry – in all the best ways possible. Enjoy.
Connect with Quilt via Facebook | Bandcamp | Mexican Summer
Written by Rob Peoni
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Local Compilation: Loving South Africa: The Album
If you are an avid reader of this blog, then my introduction to this compilation should be seamless. While we work hard to promote local music, there always exists greater opportunities to show your support. Loving South Africa: The Album, Vol. 1 is a mix of Indianapolis and regional musicians. Any and all proceeds from the album benefit the Loving South Africa organization. The album was released in late November of last year.
NM Kjeldsen mastered this compilation while also contributing the track “My Father’s Son.” Kjeldsen’s Black Bear EP was featured on this blog last fall and it is amazing to see his greater aspirations. If the local, independent musicians of this city inspire you, now is your opportunity to join them in support of a worthwhile cause. Listen to “Floods,” the contribution from Chicago’s Great Quake, below.
Purchase Loving South Africa: The Album, Vol. 1 via Bandcamp
Written by Brett McGrath