June Playlist

So I've been in hiding for a month or so, trying to wrap up skool and coach a team of racket-wielding young ladies to state championship glory, so apologies for the lack of activity.  Here are a few things I am enjoying currently:

French quintet Syd Matters has a new album which I will buy and enjoy. Think Simon and Garfunkel with an Air-y ambiance. Seems fitting for a late afternoon glass on a back porch.

I enjoy the new Field Music as well.  This album takes a bit of getting used to...lots of rhythm changes and broken melodies, but catchy and British and likeable. Maybe Of Montreal for comparison? Lots of sunny Cali harmonies.

Also try Nashville's The Bees (US), evidently forced to be patriotic by another band (of bees) from the UK.  Seems the most unnessesary name change since Dio sued Dios. Moniker aside, this is catchy and will fit into your playlist among Ben Folds and Fruit Bats.

Lastly, try These United States on for size. A mix of rusty pop and folk that's a pleasing listen. I'm pretty sure I sat next to their guitarist, Mark, on a plane to Austin in March, so I'm glad to prop them here on our modest blog. Also cool that their abbreviated name is a greek hero.