Songs of the Day: Grouplove, Person L, John Nolan, Diggy.

Grouplove-Tongue Tied



Yes, it's the song from the iphone commercial. I've posted Grouplove songs before. Again, check out the whole Never Trust A Happy Song album. I still listen to Love Will Save Your Soul nonstop.


Person L-Untitled



Rediscovering the greatness of Person L. "Well yea, I was going through a change. Well, or a change was going through me...Yea and I was going through a pain
or a pain was going through me." Love it!


John Nolan-Til It's Done to Death



John Nolan, a previous Artist Focus feature artist. He's still amazing solo.


Diggy-Do It Like You (Feat. Jeremih)



See, I listen to mainstream stuff sometimes.

Artist Focus: Aunt Martha

Hey! Another edition of Artist Focus! Today we're focusing on a band called Aunt Martha. These guys are insanely awesome! Their talents are on par with artists like Bon Iver and William Fitzsimmons. Speaking of which, I read or watched somewhere that they went up to a secluded cabin in the woods, to write and record their album. It reminded me of Bon Iver, Justin Vernon did the same thing.

The first song I heard from these guys was called Bloodshot, it was an absolutely amazing song. It's from their earlier EP, called Bloodshot. I loved every song on that EP. Recently, they released a newish album titled, "Norway, ME." I believe that's where the band is from, thus the name. Also, they're coming out with a new acoustic EP called The Abandoned Bedroom Session. So check out both the EPs, album, and cover songs.

Bloodshot




Neighbor Song




2016




15 Countries




The Lake




Lil' Wayne's Mrs. Officer Cover

Songs of the Day: Andrew Duhon, Marc Scibilia, The City Harmonic.

Andrew Duhon-Too Late



Very soulful and folksy.


Marc Scibilia-Something Good In This World



This is a really laid-back song.


Cartel-Something to Believe



I use to listen to Cartel all the time back in the day (like 4 or 5 years ago). I'm glad they have some new stuff out. One of my favorite pop punk bands.


The City Harmonic-Manifesto



Nice religious song.

Merry Christmas!

Andrew Belle-Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas



One of my favorite singers, singing one of my favorite Christmas song.

Songs of the Day: Milo Greene, Measure, Damien Leith.

Milo Greene-1957



These guys are great! Magical voice combo.


Measure-Begin Again



I love her vocals, very unique style.


Damien Leith-Beautiful



Heard this song on a Dillard's perfume commercial. Play this for any girl, and I'm sure she'll melt.

Songs of the Day: Kate Martin, Mansions on the Moon, The Shakes.

Kate Martin-Apples



Kate Martin has a very sweet voice and style.


Mansions on the Moon-Love Is Going To Destroy Me



This is the best one minute long song ever! The music video is a little depressing, but I still dig it. I've previously posted one of their other song called She Makes Me Feel. Be sure to check that out again.


The Shakes-You Ain't Alone



I can picture slow dancing with a beautiful girl to this song.

My Christmas Mix:

Saints of Valory-Winter Lights




The Royal Sons Ft. Mariah McManus-Baby, It's Cold Outside




Death Cab for Cutie-Christmas(Baby Please Come Home)




Michael Buble-All I Want for Christmas




Coldplay-Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas




Relient K-Sleigh Ride




Fiona Apple-Frosty the Snowman




Jason Mraz-Winter Wonderland




Jack Johnson-Rudolph The Red Nosed Reindeer




John Legend-O Holy Night




The Maine-Last Christmas




Weezer-The Christmas Song

Songs of the Day: John West, Abandon Kansas, House of Heroes.

John West-Already There



New from John West. I've posted many of West's songs before. This guy is amazing, and he definitely needs more radio time. Hopefully adding Big Sean to the song, will get him a little more exposure. Kind of like with B.O.B and Bruno Mars. I knew about them way before Nothing On You, but they didn't really get famous in till that song.


Abandon Kansas-The Golden State



Love the vocals, lyrics, and lyrics.


House of Heroes-In the Valley of the Dying Sun



They may not pass for believable soldiers, but the song sure passes for a good song. Check out God Save The Foolish Kings, and other songs.

Songs of the Day: Mansions on the Moon, Taliain Rayne, Foley, Forest Fire.

Mansions on the Moon-She Makes Me Feel




Mansions-City Don't Care




Taliain Rayne-Family Wall




Foley-The Key




Forest Fire-Sunshine City

Songs of the Day: We Are Trees, Oh My!, Foster The People.

We Are Trees-I Don't Believe in Love



I believe in this song.


Oh My!-Time Will Tell



Great band! They kinda remind me of The Kooks.


Foster The People-Waste



When I first hear Foster, BEFORE EVERYONE ELSE, I knew they were going to be big. I can tell these things.

Songs of the Day: Walk The Moon, Of Monsters & Men, Greg Sczebel.

Walk The Moon-Anna Sun



Not only do I love the song, but I love the music video that goes with it. The dancing is so great.


Of Monsters & Men-King & Lionheart



I've posted song from these guys before. They just have so many good ones, check out the whole album.


Greg Sczebel-I've Got That Feelin'



I've got that feelin' that Greg Sczebel will be more famous. He has a very soulful pop voice, kind of reminds me of Adam Levine.

Songs of the Day: The Royal Sons, Riley & The Roxies, Zak Waters, Noah Gunderson, Jacob Wylde, Michael Nance.

The Royal Sons(Ft. Mariah McManus)-Baby It's Cold Outside



Okay, best modern version of this song. Royal Sons and Mariah is a winning combination. They should do more stuff together.


Riley & The Roxies-OceanGold



This song makes me think of summers, beaches, and girls.


Zak Waters-TNT



Zak Waters will be a big deal one day. I also love his acoustic version of this song, and another one called "Flirt."


Noah Gundersun-Jesus, Jesus



"Because I've been hearing stories about the end of the world. But I'm in love with a girl, and I don't wanna leave her." The lyric to this song is amazing. Some people find it a little controversial, but I don't.


Jacob Wylde-My Soul



Very nice young talent. He has potential.


Michael Nance-Favorite Shirt Song



This is a really sweet song.

Songs of the Day: Avalanche City, Julian Perretta, Selah Sue, Jhameel, The Rapture, Other Lives.

Avalanche City-Love Love Love




Julian Perretta-Wonder Why




Selah Sue-Raggamuffin




Jhameel-How Many Lovers




The Rapture-In the Grace of Your Love




Other Lives-Black Tables

Songs of the Day: The Paper Kites, Grouplove, James Vincent McMorrow, Andrew Belle, Tigers That Talked, The Lighthouse and the Whaler.

The Paper Kites-Woodland



I'm still listening to The Paper Kites nonstop.


Grouplove-Love Will Save Your Soul



Check out their album Never Trust A Happy Song. It's freakin' amazing! I loved every song.


James Vincent McMorrow-And If My Heart Should Stop



I heard this song a few months ago, I'm still listening to it.


Andrew Belle-Sky's Still Blue



Belle is still doing his thing. Doesn't he sound like a mix of Chris Martin(Coldplay) and Isaac Slade(The Fray)?!


Tigers That Talked-Artificial Cloud



Tigers That Talked is a very underrated band.


The Lighthouse and the Whaler-Under Mountain, Under Ground



Some parts of them reminds me of Bon Iver. I think they're better known for the song White Days. That one is really awesome too.

Songs of the Day: Sleeping at Last, Childish Gambino, The Maine, The Afterlife Kids, Pigeon John, Cider Sky.

Sleeping at Last-Turning Page



This song is very romantic. Play it for your woman sometimes.


Childish Gambino-Heartbeat



Who knew Donald Glover from Community could rap?! Check out his new album.


The Maine-Don't Give Up On US



The Maine new "Pioneer" is awesome. They sound a little more mature in this one.


The Afterlife Kids-Dr. Bizarro



I actually dig the Unplugged version better.


Pigeon John-So Gangster



This song makes me feel so damn gangster.


Cider Sky-Northern Lights



I definitely like their voices together.

Artist Focus: Jeremy Messersmith

I haven't done an Artist Focus in a while. So this one is dedicated to Jeremy Messersmith.

Jeremy's an indie pop musician from Minneapolis, Minnesota. His first was named The Alcatraz Kid; second, The Silver City; and finally, the more recent The Reluctant Graveyard.

The first song I heard from him was called A Girl, a Boy, and a Graveyard. I absolutely loved it, and it made me want to check him out more. He has this Ben Gibbard-ish voice, and all of his lyrics are very profound and relatable. It's a treat to listen to him, and you guys should check him out.

A Girl, a Boy, and a Graveyard




Beautiful Children




Love You to Pieces

Songs of the Day: Aunt Martha, Allen Stone, Matt Nathanson.

Aunt Martha-2016



Aunt Martha is amazing! I first heard their song "Bloodshot" and "Neighbor Song." I remember reading or watching somewhere, that the lead singer pulled a Bon Iver, and wrote his songs in a secluded cabin in the woods. Lesson of the day, if you want to make quality music, lock yourself in a cabin.


Allen Stone-Unaware



One word, "Soul."


Matt Nathanson-Love Comes Tumbling Down



I heard this song at work, wrote some of the lyrics, and then googled it. I was like, "Matt Nathanson? Really?" I was already aware of him, but didn't know he sung this song. Then I checked out the rest of his album. It's really great.

Songs of the Day: Sean Hayes, Mike Mains and the Branches, Jesse Morrow, The Paper Kites, Parade Lights, The Wellspring.

Sorry, kind of took a holiday break. Lets get back to it.

Sean Hayes-When We Fall In



Song makes you want to ask a pretty girl to dance. Check out "Powerful Stuff" too.


Mike Mains and the Branches-Stereo



I really like MMB. Reminds me a lot of Mumford and Sons, The Kooks, and Two Door Cinema.


Jesse Morrow-Rolls in and Out



First couple of seconds of this song, I was like, "Sounds like The Black Keys."


The Paper Kites-Bloom



Absolutely love these guys. My friend Katie first introduced me to them. Check out "Featherstone" too. The best way I can describe their sound is "very down to earth". I don't know why I get that impression.


Parade Lights-First Light




The Wellspring-The Ballad of El Goodo



Nice cover. Their voices compliments each other very well.

Songs of the Day: Patrick Stump, Grynch, Sol.

Patrick Stump-This City



I love Fall Out Boy, but Patrick is definitely doing his THANG with his new album, Soul Punk. I like to play this song, when I'm walking through downtown. Also, I was jamming to this nonstop when Rangers made the World Series. Another song I like is "Allie."


Grynch-All I Wanna Do



Best laid-back party song ever! Sol killed the chorus.


Sol-This Shit



I first heard Sol on KEXP. Do yourself a favor, go to Youtube and type in "Sol KEXP". You will love every song. He might be my next Artist Focus.

Songs of the Day(Doubled):

Olin & The Moon-Another One Down



The Royal Suns-Finger Crossed


I like everything about these guys. Great find.


Mike Del Rio-What More Can I Say



Motopony-King of Diamonds


Be sure to check out their other songs, Wait For Me and June.


The Fray-Heartbeat


New single from The Fray! The album is called Scars & Stories, it'll drop Feb 2012.


The Maine-Don't Give Up On Us


Speaking of new, The Maine has a new album coming out called Pioneer. I think they sound a little more grown-up on this one. I'm going to have to get it when it comes out this December.

Songs of the Day: General Fiasco, Light, Civalias Surprise.

General Fiasco-I'm Not Made Eyes



Dig the vocals very much.


Light-Toes



I've been following Lights for a while now, not stalking, I mean her career. First song I heard from her was February Air, that's when I started crushing on her. She's at the social media/You Tube kinda level of fame. I would like to see her at the radio/tv level of fame. I think she's talented enough to be playing on major radio stations across the country. Also, she's very beautiful. She's look like my ideal girl. See how I saved the superficial things for last. ;-)


Civalias-Surprise Surpise



"Don't be afraid. I'm yours for goodness sake." Civalias has a lot of other good songs like We've Got Company and Something Real, but my personal favorite is Surprise Surprise. I don't know why. That's the thing about music, you don't need a reason.

Songs of the Day:

Jack's Mannequin-My Racing Thoughts



Straight from the new Jack's Mannequin album People and Things.


Andy Davis-Brown Eyes



What guy can't relate to a song about meeting "the girl"?


The Barr Brothers-Lord I Just Can't Keep From Cryin'



These guys have a similar blues/rock sound as The Black Keys, with a slight modern twist.

Songs of the Day:

The Bloodsugars-Happiness




Boy & Bear-Feeding Line



Also check out their other songs: Mexican Mavis, Rabbit Song, Blood To Gold. People say they're the next Mumford and Sons. I sure hope so.


Polarsets-Sunshine Eyes

Songs of the Day:

James Morrison ft. Jessie J-Up



New James Morrison! Can't wait to get the new album!


Lydia-Dragging Your Feet in the Mud



Awesome new Lydia album. I do miss Mindy White, but she's now in a pretty cool band called States. So it's okay.


The Cinema-The Wolf



Speaking of Lydia, Leighton Antelman did his own side project called The Cinema. From the debut album, I like Kill It, Picasso, Say It Like You Mean It...oh hell, I like the whole album.

The Gabe Dixon Band- All Will Be Well



Heard this song from Parks and Rec.

Movie Music

The Mostar Diving Club-Worlds Collide



Just heard this song from the movie Waiting For Forever. Check out the whole soundtrack, it's really sweet.

Cover Artist: Anna Scouten

So far I have three segment titles: Artist Focus, Albums To Check Out, Songs of The Day. Now I'm proud to present Cover Artist. You know how on YouTube, there's hundreds of people doing cover songs. Well, some of them aren't that bad.

I would like to feature Anna Scouten as my first Cover Artist. I first saw a video of her doing a cover of Blood Bank by Bon Iver. Then other ones from artists such as Bright Eyes, Coldplay, etc. My first thought when seeing her was, "Great cover." Second, was "Damn, she's beautiful." Third, "She has really great taste in music." Finally again, "Damn, she's beautiful."

Songs of the Day:

MNDR-I Go Away



I really like her voice. Definitely one of the best electronica band I've heard lately.


Wolf Gang-The King and All of His Men



I had this song on repeat for days. It makes you want to dance and sing along. Apparently, this is the second music video for this song. I saw another one a few months ago, where it had people in life-size chess pieces. There's also another song I like called Lions In Cages.


Of Monster And Men-Little Talks



They remind me a lot of Edward Sharpe and The Magnetic Zeros, but less hippie.

Songs of the Day:

Jack Penate-Pull My Heart Away



This song makes me feel like sailing, which is ironic because I first heard it on Charlie St. Cloud.


Until June-Baby(Hope You Understand)



Until June is simply brillant!


Sublime with Rome-Same Old Situation



Familiar name, different singer, still great sound. Yours Truly is the debut album of the "new" band. I'm going to give Sublime with Rome a new genre, Pop Reggae. Dig it.

Songs of the Day:

John West-Lovely



I've known about John West for a while. The first song I heard from him was Loved You Tonight. He also did a really cool laid-back cover version of Rihanna's Umbrella, with just his voice and a cello. I actually liked his version a lot better than Rihanna's. Anyway, now he has a few new songs coming out, one being Lovely and another called Right Now. He reminds a lot of Robin Thicke, so if you like Thicke, you'll like West.

1,2,3-Work



First of all, these guys don't even need letters in their name. That's how awesome they are. I love the instruments in this song.


Frank Ocean-Thinking About You



Frank Ocean is so dope fresh. He's like an R&Bish Kid Cudi. Also, he have this other song called Novacane that I really like.

List of Songs to Check Out

It's been a very long time since I posted. So this is a list of bands and songs I've came across since my last post:

Incubus-Adolescent, Promises, Promises, Thieves
The Stokes song-Under Cover of Darkness, Taken For A Fool
William Fitzsimmons-Tide That Pulls From The Moon
James Vincent McMorrow-And If My Heart Should Stop
Madeira-Good Evening London
Foster The People-Pumped Up Kicks, Helena Beat
Saints of Valory-Rain Fall, Cover Girl
Freelance Whales-Generator 2nd Floor, Kilojoules
Faded Paper Figures-Small Talk, Metropolis
Matt Pond PA-Halloween
Manchester Orchestra-Simple Math, April Fool
The Damnwells-Like It Is, The Great Unknown
Angus and Julia Stone-Big Jet Plane
Band of Horses-On My Way Back Home
Langhorne Slim-Worries
The Tallest Man on Earth-Where Do My Bluebird Fly
Phantogram-When I'm Small
The Naked and Famous-Young Blood, Girls Like You
Longwave-Satellites
Telekinesis-Coast of Carolina, Dirty Things
Sol-Dear Friends
Jake Troth-Material Things
Kids of 88-Cotton Mouth
Wye Oak-Civilian
The Afterlife Kids-Scream
You Me and Everyone We Know-Bootstrap
Panic!At The Disco-Always
Austin Gibbs-Jessica, La La La
The Postelles-Sleep On The Dance Floor
Bear Hands-Crime Pay
Lupe Fiasco-Words I Never Said
The New Limb-Birds and Stuff, Time After Time
Young The Giant-Cough Syrup, Guns Out
Vanaprasta-Healthy Geometry
Bejal Zmaqpix-Under The Moon Light
Savannah-Violent Red
I Love Monsters-Heart/Beat
The Limosines-Internet Killed The Video Star
Adele-Rolling In The Deep
Polaris At Noon-Red
Patrick Watson-The Great Escape
Dawes-When My Time Comes
Colin Meloy-Down By The Water
Hey Marseilles-Rio
John West-Lovely, You Don't Know
The Mission In Motion-Cover of Punching In A Dream
Bernhoft-C'mon Talk
The Lighthouse and The Whaler-White Days
Boy & Bear-Mexican Mavis
Motopony-Wait For Me, King of Diamonds
Zox-Line In The Sands
Strange Birds-Fox Culture
Via Audio-Modern Day Saint
The Limetree Warehouse-On The Line
The Black Keys-The Only One,Everlasting Light
Anderson East-Fire Song
An Horse-Camp Out
Dale Earnhardt Jr.Jr.-Simple Girl
The Wilderness of Manitoba-November
The Ethnographers-Grandfather Said
The Vaccines-Post Break Up Sex
Imaginary Friend-Comes and Goes
Hey Hey My My-Next Bar
The Cinema-Kill It, Wolf, Say It Like You Mean It
Scattered Trees-Four Days Straight
Those Dancing Days-Fuckarias
Diggy Simmons Ft. Bruno Mars-Click Clack Away
Fictionist-Still Reaching
The xx-Shelter
The Temper Trap-Soldier On
Kid Harpoon-Stealing Cars
Death Cab For Cutie-You Are A Tourist
The Parlotones-Overexposed
City and Colours-Sleeping Sickness
Hugo-99 Problems, Bread and Butter
The Pain of Being Pure At Heart-Belong
Kitten-Kill The Light
Empire of Sun-We Are The People
Lil Wayne-How To Love
The Helio Sequence-Lately
Coconut Records-It's Not You It's Me
Artic Monkeys-No Buses
Gym Class Heroes-Stereo Heart
Isaac Russell-Lighthouse, House Of Cards
Deer Tick-Ashamed
Rogue Valley-Rockaway
The Icarus Account-Yellow Shirt
Tim Myers-Simply Wonderful
Thao & Mirah-Little Cup
Dia Frampton-Inventing Shadows
Eminem Ft. Bruno Mars-Lighters
Kopek-Love Is Dead, The Easy Way
The Head and The Heart-Lost In Mind
Capital Lights-Let The Little Lady Talk
Fonda-In Coach Station Light, Summertime Flight
Voxhaul Broadcast-Leaving On The 5th
Marc Scibilia-Carried Away, Jealous For Your Love
The Acorn-Dents
Danger & The Steel Cut Oats-Cold On The Mountain, Call Us Home
Donora-Shhh
No Second Troy-Into Your Sun