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Tower Defense - In The City

posted November 19, 2020 #

Last week, yk records released the debut from Spencer Cullum's Coin Collection and this week I'm happy to announce the release of the second full-length LP from Tower Defense, In The City. Vibe wise the two records could not be more different but I'm hopeful that's a good thing.
The band makes absolutely bombastic rock n' roll with their double bass configuration but it's absolutely laden with harmonies and, on the second record especially, there's a ton of fun injected into the songs. I'm biased but it's absolutely delightful.

You can grab the digital or limited edition purple LP on Bandcamp, stream it on Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube Music or wherever else. It's 23 minutes of good time.

posted November 19, 2020 #

TD LP 2 is out today! We are so appreciative of the amazing contributions from @battletapes @audiosiege @bansmythe and especially for the continued support of @yewknee and @records_yk! Get your hands &/or your ears on it wherever loud sounds are served! https://t.co/l4Q4e0I3xz

posted November 18, 2020 #

Hey @TowerDefenseTN & @yewknee I just got “In The City” in the mail and it is beautiful. So pumped about this record! All the rest of y’all should go get it too. https://t.co/eLZb986Zsy

ViDL for Mac

posted November 17, 2020 #

based on youtube-dl but as a desktop app. lovely. via daring fireball.

posted November 17, 2020 #

Square Lion, by Slovak painter Peter Kľučik https://t.co/3Fjiyju3vS

Rodney O

posted November 16, 2020 #

Today, The Mute Group released the video for "Rodney O." That fact by itself may not mean much but it's the final video in promotion of their debut album, Sinister Hand. As far back as 2016, they've been crafting videos to help promote their music and "Rodney O" serves as a pinnacle of accomplishment from those four years.

I know I'm biased in my enjoyment of a band that I'm actively helping release music but that bias doesn't overshadow the fact that I'm completely blown away by the video. It instantly reminds me of Aldous Harding, tho the band had no prior knowledge of her work before embarking on this video. I can see comparisons to REM as well but that feels too lofty for folks to take seriously, even if it's apt.

It's a stunning piece of work. It's mysterious, immersive and captivating. It tells a story without really laying it all out for you. Flat out, I'd call it Art. Hard stop. Again, that's lofty but I stand by it.

I hope you'll watch the whole thing, fullscreen.

posted November 16, 2020 #

It’s release day! The “Rodney O” video is ready to transport you. Link in bio. . Share widely. We would appreciate it. https://t.co/sRl9U4SVE6

posted November 15, 2020 #

My friend Nicole Spiezio used to make me scream by pretending to conduct the score to the housewives. https://t.co/02pDS6WvRn

posted November 14, 2020 #

Currently obsessed with Leta Powell Drake, the greatest interviewer of all time. https://t.co/3oCYAd9vZD

posted November 13, 2020 #

Johnny Cash spent decades trying to warn us about this. https://t.co/EkqJhSUqdq

posted November 12, 2020 #

"Darth Sidious" is an obvious metal band name. Go with "The Palpa Teens" instead.

posted November 12, 2020 #

The synth-heavy sound of the new South springs from a welcoming community of sonic adventurists. https://t.co/LSqgNuVDb8

posted November 12, 2020 #

First look at Bob Odenkirk's action movie "Nobody": 'I get the s--- kicked out of me' https://t.co/TCNCwt4prs

posted November 12, 2020 #

if you’re a fan of synthesizers, recording, or modern music in general you should know Wendy Carlos. https://t.co/11KCqQ3jbo

posted November 11, 2020 #

CONSTANTLY WRONG: THE CASE AGAINST CONSPIRACY THEORIES is premiering right now. I cover how conspiracy theories are not like real conspiracies, the profound truth within Bandersnatch and Sliding Doors, and how to fix everything. https://t.co/qcxI7DCaBr https://t.co/EdPm5Z2geW

Don’t Fear The Reaper: An Interview With William Sadler

posted November 11, 2020 #

I've been working with the Bill & Ted podcast San Dimas Today for awhile now and with the release of the third, and final, Bill and Ted film - it felt like the show may be coming to a natural resolution. However, I really wanted to the hosts to get some interviews with a few of the folks involved with the third film to really send them off on a good note.
With that in mind, I'm happy to announce that the latest episode is an interview with William Sadler; Death himself. His appearance in both Bogus Journey and Face the Music are delightful but it's important to remember that this is a guy who has also been in Shawshank Redemption, Die Hard 2 and a long long list of additional films.

Give it a listen as he's got a great story to tell. He's often cast as the bad guy but, honestly, he was a complete sweetheart.

Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google, etc. etc. Everywhere!

Spencer Cullum's Coin Collection Live At Grimey's

posted November 11, 2020 #

The debut album from Spencer Cullum's Coin Collection comes out tomorrow (yes, a Thursday.. I did that on purpose) and we've released this fantastic five song performance Live from Grimey's.

There are a ton of guest players backing Spencer - including Caitlin Rose, Erin Rae, Annie Williams, Sean Thompson and a long list of others that may be meaningless to you if you're not aware of the Nashville music scene but these folks are good. Real good.

There's a wonderful review of the album up on the Nashville Scene as well. All and all, a great week for Spencer Cullum press. I hope you'll check out the album, which you can pre-save here.

Oh, and that Grimey's performance includes a song called "Dieterich Buxtehude" - which is a long form, krautrock inspired, jam. If you're hesitant about how a psych-folk record can be psych and folk, that's an excellent place to start.
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