Gaz Coombes, Belle and Sebastian, & Limblifter
Gaz Coombes, Belle and Sebastian, & Limblifter
The week in new music & Dig Me Out podcast
Gaz Coombes is back with his third solo release. James Yorkston, Nina Persson & The Second Hand Orchestra have teamed up. Belle and Sebastian are back with their 12th album and Blinker the Star has released a new single. Plus, we've got a special tribute single from Spoon to the late David Bowie and a split single from underground rock veterans Mike Watt and Tim Kerr.
1 Minute Reviews
New Releases
Gaz Coombes - Turn the Car Around
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Coombes is an English singer-songwriter and musician, who rose to fame in the 1990s as the lead vocalist and guitarist of the British rock band Supergrass. The band formed in 1993 and released their debut album "I Should Coco" in 1995, which included the hit singles "Alright" and "Caught by the Fuzz". Supergrass went on to release six more albums, and had several successful singles, before disbanding in 2010. “Turn the Car Around” is the third in a trilogy of solo releases that began with "Matador" in 2015, and continued with "World's Strongest Man" in 2018. The album features a variety of musical styles and influences.
James Yorkston, Nina Persson & The Second Hand Orchestra - The Great White Sea Eagle
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The second release from long-time friends James Yorkston and Karl-Jonas Winqvist, the Swedish music producer and conductor of The Second Hand Orchestra. Thanks to Yorkston’s shift from guitar to piano, the two thought about what other changes they could make to their process which led to the involvement of guest singer Nina Persson (The Cardigans).
Belle and Sebastian - Late Developers
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"Late Developers" is the 12th overall album from the Scottish indie pop band Belle and Sebastian. It is a follow-up to their 2021 album "A Bit of Previous." The band formed in 1996, and quickly gained a cult following with their unique blend of indie pop, folk, and chamber pop music. Their 1997 debut album "Tigermilk" was released on the independent Jeepster Records, and received critical acclaim. Since then, they have released 11 more albums and several EPs, and have become one of the most respected and enduring bands in the indie pop genre. The band is known for their introspective lyrics, melodic songwriting, and for the distinctive vocals of lead singer Stuart Murdoch. "Late Developers" is expected to showcase the band's continued evolution and growth as musicians and songwriters, and to be well-received by both critics and fans.
Blinker the Star - Little Lies
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Blinker the Star is a Canadian rock band formed in 1995 by vocalist and guitarist Jordon Zadorozny. The band has released several albums and EPs, known for its eclectic sound that blended elements of alternative rock, pop and electronic music. "Little Lies" is the latest in a series of singles released by the band over the last year.
Spoon - I Can't Give Everything Away
Spoon, an Austin, TX-based band formed in the early 90s, currently consisting of Britt Daniel, Jim Eno, Alex Fischel, Gerardo Larios, and Rob Pope, has released a new single, a cover of David Bowie's "I Can't Give Everything Away" as a tribute to the late musician. The band, known for their indie rock and power pop sounds, has a history of paying tribute to Bowie in their live shows, and this single is a continuation of that tradition. The band's version of the song is described as "a faithful yet unique take on the Blackstar track".
Mike Watt and Tim Kerr - We Got Soul / History Lesson – Part II Split Single
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"We Got Soul / History Lesson – Part II Split Single" is a collaboration between underground rock veterans Mike Watt and Tim Kerr. The single features each artist covering a song by the other's band. Mike Watt is best known as the bassist and co-founder of the influential punk rock band Minutemen, which formed in 1980, and released several albums and EPs before the untimely death of bandmate D. Boon in 1985. After Minutemen, Mike formed fIREHOSE, which was active from 1986-1994. He has also released several solo albums and collaborated with a variety of musicians. Tim Kerr is best known as the guitarist and singer of the Big Boys, an influential punk rock band from Texas that was active from 1979-1985. He has also released several solo albums and collaborated with a variety of musicians. The split single is expected to be well received by fans of both artists and those interested in underground punk rock and post-punk music.
New 90s Podcast
Limblifter - Limblifter
Canadian alternative rockers Limblifter craft energetic guitar rock on their 1996 self-titled debut but are missing a few killer hooks
Taking time off from The Age of Electric, Ian Summers (bass) joined the Dahle Brothers (Ryan on vocals, guitars and keys, Kurt on drums and vocals) for Limblifter in 1996. Those familiar with TAOE will recognize the sharp songwriting and guitar pop sensibilities, as the band effortlessly blasts out three-minute, radio-ready tunes like "Vicious" and "Tinfoil." Their sensibilities are definitely on the pop side, but the choruses aren't necessarily syrupy blandness. If anything, the band could have turned up the melodic hooks a bit more for our tastes.
Coming Soon
January Album Review Tournament - Group 3 of 3
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Highlights from the 636 episode archive
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Age of Electric - Make a Pest a Pet
The Age of Electric was formed by brothers Kurt and Ryan Dahle and Todd and John Kerns. They were active from 1991 to 1997. Along with bands like Sloan, Odds, and Zumpano, they were part of the Canadian 90s rock scene. After the band's breakup, several members went on to other musical projects. Kurt Dahle became a member of Limblifter, and Ryan Dahle went on to play with the New Pornographers. Todd Kerns went on to play with Slipknot and Slash's band, while John Kerns played with Bif Naked.
Odds - Good Weird Feeling
Odds is a Canadian band formed in 1988 by Craig Northey, Doug Elliot, Pat Steward and Steven Drake. They released their album "Good Weird Feeling" in 1995, it showcases their ability to blend radio-friendly pop and alternative sound. Despite being critically acclaimed, the album did not score a hit single. The band members went on to other projects after the band's disbandment in 2000, Craig Northey and Doug Elliot formed the band "The Grapes of Wrath" and Pat Steward went on to work with Bryan Adams and Colin James.
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