Waters - Got To My Head

This morning I stumbled across this budding San Francisco-based band called Waters and I think they're new track, Got To My Head is sure to be a staple in all my summertime playlists from here on out.

This up and coming band only has a couple singles out across all their various media sites, but Got To My Head, in my opinion, is their best track to date. It reminds me a lot of Grouplove's summer vibe with the crunchy guitars and unrefined yet passionate high-octave vocals. All in all this is a solid start for Waters and I can't wait to hear more from this new band as we enter the second half of 2014.

Make sure you follow them on Facebook to see if they have any shows in your area this summer!

Enjoy! <3

LP - Forever For Now

I have been a fan of LP for some time now. Her song Into The Wild has been released for two years, but her debut album, Forever For Now, just came out and I feel that I have to share it with you. This little lady's voice packs one hell of a punch.

I had the opportunity to see LP perform live back in February, and she blew me away. She stole the show, and she was the opening act! I have been eagerly awaiting this album since that show. Now I can show all my favorit songs of hers to you all!

The first song that I wanted to share after hearing it live is Levitator. This song really resonated with me when she sang it. Everything from her vocal inflections to the invigorating music gave me tingles down my back after that initial live experience. I included this live recording so you can see how great her voice really is, even in a live setting.

The next song I want to highlight is Someday. This song is another great example of how talented LP is. It has a similar feel to Levitator with the uplifting music and vocals, but is slightly less powerful. Either way though, I still wanted to give you an idea what its like to see her live, so here is a live video of them performing this song.

There are a few more songs I would love to share with you from this album, like Free To Love or Night Like This, but for those you will have to listen to them on the Audible Twilight Spotify Playlist! Also, make sure you follow her on Facebook to catch her on tour the next time she comes to your town!

Enjoy! <3

Coasts - Oceans EP

If I had to pick one band that is the closest to the heart of Audible Twilight, I would say it has to be Coasts. I have been showing my support for these boys since the beginning and every time they release new music, I HAVE to share it with you all. They recently released their Oceans EP that has 3 previously unreleased tracks on it! So let's get down to it, shall we?

If you saw our very first post about Coasts, then you already know and love the title track, Oceans. I am still not tired of this song, even after over a year of having it playing through my speakers. However, the reason I am stoked on this EP is because it has been a while since I have had any new material to sink my teeth into from these guys. Now I have some new songs to play on repeat for the next few weeks!

The first new track, Tonight, is an uplifting song about feeling alive with that someone special. It brings a summery, nostalgic vibe that can bring tingles down your spine and force a smile on your face as you reminisce on some of the best times you've had over the years. Check it out below and brighten your day!

The next new track is called Golden City. I really love the drum beat in this track. It makes me move. It also is an ode to their home base of London and states that no matter how far their music takes them, they will never forget their roots. Check it out below.



The last new track is See How. This track is the sentimental piece of the EP about heartbreak and recovering from that loss. I love the way the track builds as it goes, and then finishes softly, just as it started. Check this one out below!



Make sure you show these boys some love on Facebook if you haven't already. Also, the whole EP will be posted for your listening pleasure on the Audible Twilight Spotify Playlist!

Enjoy! <3

Pixel Fix - Lungs

Back when I first started Audible Twilight I stumbled across a band called Pixel Fix and shared them with you all. Well, today they have released some new material,in the form of a single called Lungs.

This new single is a solid follow up to their Fall EP which came out earlier this year. The boys have already established their own unique sound and style, but with every release it becomes more defined and polished. It is nice to see a band doing something a little bit differently. I love the ambient/electronic elements they incorporate into their music. In today's over-saturated music industry, blending genres together has become one of the best ways to craft your own totally unique sound.

Make sure you follow them on Facebook if you like what you hear to stay up to date on any new releases!

Enjoy! <3

Panama Wedding - Parallel Play (EP)

After weeks of anticipation, Panama Wedding's first EP is finally out! After seeing them open up for Dan Croll on his nationwide tour last month, I could not wait to get my hands on more music from this Brooklyn-based band.

The EP opens up with their lead single that has been out for quite a while now. All Of The People is sure to be a summer jam for all of you that may have not heard it before. It shows their upbeat disposition that is a common theme across all of their music. Check it out below!

The next track off the EP, called Uma, is a little slower, but still retains that great vibe that you heard in All Of The People. This song has more of an island-y sound. This is when I start to envision them going on tour with Vampire Weekend and it being one incredible concert. Both hail from the big apple, both with similar styles... Just sayin!


My new favorite track from Parallel Play is Fells Like Summer. The name says it all. This is the song that stood out to me the most when I saw them perform live. If you don't want to feel like it's summer time quite yet... I emplore you to stay away from this song! You have been warned..

To hear the other two tracks, Trust and Feels Like Summer, check them out on the Audible Twilight Spotify Playlist! Also, follow the band on Facebook to catch them in a city near you.

Enjoy! <3

SPEAK

Finding SPEAK this morning was a great way to start my weekend! Their 'art rock' is the perfect music for a relaxing weekend, which is exactly what I plan on having!

After discovering the band, I saw that they have a feature on RAC's Strangers album that came out earlier this year. Any artist that has RAC's stamp of approval is cool with me! After checking out their SoundCloud it seems they are gearing up to release some more music soon. Their latest single, Gates, will give you a solid first impression. Check it out below!

The next song of theirs that you need to hear is called Be Reasonable, Diane. It's a good song to use to gear up for a beautiful summer day. Crack your first beer and hit play on this track below!



Make sure you follow them on Facebook, as there will def be more music coming out from Speak this summer.

Enjoy! <3

WE ARE TWIN

Now that it's beginning to heat up, I am starting to dig that summertime indie-rock vibe again. After laying dormant for the past few months, I am so glad to welcome it back into my life, along with the 90 degree San Diego weather. Leading this sunny resurgence this Spring is WE ARE TWIN.

The female lead vocal has been another big theme lately, and for this style of music I think it couldn't be a better fit. Her sometimes sexual, sometimes affectionate lyrics are always fun and I could see her vocals soaring in an outdoor festival setting. Their song The Way We Touch has been on repeat on my Spotify for about a week now and I still cannot get enough. If you have ever loved/lusted after someone completely irresistible, this song is for you. It instantly puts me in a better mood. Check it out below!

I also really dig their track Keep On Lovin' You. This song falls into a similar vein as the The Way We Touch. I love the way her voice gets that little soulful edge to it in the chorus which adds some grit to the track. Also, the effects on her vocals make it seem like you are hearing the song playing from an old school radio which brings that cool vintage sound to the track. Check out Keep On Lovin' You below!



Check out the rest of their EP on Spotify and 'Like' them on Facebook to see when they are coming to your city!

Enjoy! <3

Dan Croll - Hello My Baby (Feat. Ladysmith Black Mambazo)

Record Store Day is one of my favorite days of the year. Vinyl will never die, thanks to amazing artists like Dan Croll releasing new music in honor that glorious day. In celebration of RSD, he teamed up with Ladysmith Black Mambazo to revamp their tune Hello My Baby, and this new version soars to new heights. His added instrumentation and vocals complement the choir vocals from the original track so well. This track is so undeniably happy that I dare you to wear a frown for all of it's four minutes and twenty nine seconds.

Do it... come on...

 

That's what I thought.

Enjoy! <3

Lana Del Rey - West Coast

I am very pleased to announce that this week gives us the release of a brand new, original Lana Del Rey song! I saw her perform West Coast at Coachella last weekend, and hearing it again is bringing back some serious flashbacks and nostalgia.

West Coast has the same melancholic Lana Del Rey sound that we have come to adore her for. In this song Lana paints a dark picture about living the Hollywood lifestyle and how our starry eyes obsess over fame. Also, it is only fitting that the lackadaisical music channels that laid back Californian way of life. The drums seem to always be hitting at the last possible second and the guitar dribbles along as the song unfolds without any adding any life to the track. All in all, I think this song is a solid showing of what her new album, Ultraviolence, will have in store for us later this year. Fall in love with Lana all over again as you listen to West Coast below!

Enjoy! <3

Vacationer - The Wild Life

FINALLY! Vacationer is back on the scene with a new tune! This music industry veteran can always be counted on to crank out fresh sounds, and The Wild Life is no exception.

Vacationer was started by the multi-talented Kenny Vasoli, previously of Person L and The Starting Line. Vacationer marks Kenny's third successful band, which is impressive in itself! His last album, Gone, was excellent and definitely set the bar high for what was to come. After hearing this first single ff the new record, I can safely say that this new record will be even better than the first! I can't wait to hear the whole thing, but for now, enjoy the happy sounds of The Wild Life.

Enjoy! <3

Bleachers - I Wanna Get Better

This morning I randomly checked out a new song called I Wanna Get Better by a just as new band called Bleachers. After a couple listens to the single, I felt compelled to shed some light on this interesting artist.

Bleachers began as kind of a secret side project of Jack Antonoff while he was on the road touring with his current band, Fun. He made music in private for months and didn't tell anyone but a select few family members. Now.. here it is, on the internet! I Wanna Get Better is the first song released by Bleachers and it has been out for just over a month now. I love how erratic the song seems at first, but then you get past the initial shock and the song becomes kind of endearing. Check out I Wanna Get Better below!

This song is really different, and I am excited to see what comes next from Bleachers. It should be a fun ride!

Enjoy! <3

Wunder Wunder

Today I wound up listening to this Australian transplant production duo and I heard some serious potential in their music. Let me be the first to introduce to you Wunder Wunder!

When I say "let me be the first" I was referencing the fact that they have only had music up on their SoundCloud page for four months, and their second track was only uploaded less than a week ago. They are rough around the dges, but I dig the garage sound that their music has despite it being electronic. I find groups that have that crossover, genre-blending sound really intriguing. When done right, some really cool music can be created.

Their single Coastline just came out in preparation for their upcoming show in LA this week. It definitely feels very California. From the song's title to the sunny guitar licks and soft snare drums, this song takes me straight to the beach on a beautiful weekend. Check it out below.

The first song they ever posted is called Sure Stuck. It is much more indie rock sounding, but still has that beachy vibe with the undulating flanger effect during the chorus' and the consistent guitar and drum beat from start to finish. The first song puts me on the beach, but this song puts that drink in my hand and takes my mind off any lingering mid-week stress. Chill out to Sure Stuck below.



If you dig the music, help them raise their 'Like' count up on their Facebook! They deserve it.

Enjoy! <3

Tycho - Awake (LP)

March 17th was a great day. Yesterday morning I received my vinyl pre-order of Tycho's sophomoric full-length release, Awake, in the mail and was able to spend my evening listening to the album with no distractions in it's entirety. Tycho's music requires peace and quiet so your mind can wander down the path that is drawn with each musical note.

Tycho began as a one man show. All the music was produced electronically by Scott Hansen. This album marks the first time Scott has been able to record all of his music with a live band. As he toured more and more over the past year or so with his live band, he realized that Tycho should be recorded live as a collaborative effort, not created alone on a computer screen. This significant shift in Scott's artistic vision makes this album really special. It marks one of the very few times, if not the only time, that an artist has gone from EDM to something else. These days you see every band/artist jumping on the EDM bandwagon. Tycho is swimming upstream in a crowded river of trend-chasing musicians, and I find it extremely refreshing.

Now to the matter at hand: the music. Every song is it's own little masterpiece. With each track you can let yourself go for a journey over tranquil ambient soundscapes of ethereal guitar riffs and hypnotizing synths that will take your mind away from reality just for a few fleeting moments; which, to me, is what music is all about. The title track to the album really sets the tone and vibe of the album right off the bat. It also shows right away the progression the band has made from their old music. Get a feel for the new and improved Tycho by listening to Awake below.

One song off the album that I really enjoy is called See. I love driving beat, as it makes this song one of the more uptempo songs on the album. It marks the turning point between the more mellow, ambient first half of the album and the more indie rock inspired second half of the album. I am sure this song would also translate really well in a live setting. Check it out for yourself below.



If you are more into the ambient side of the album, check out Dye. I love the use of the acoustic guitar in the intro and the down section in the middle of the track, which you don't hear on any other songs. It also has more of a drum and bass feel to it at some points, which is a nice change up as well. Check in and check out to Dye below.



I don't throw around 5-star ratings like it's nothing, because when I say I give an album 5-stars I want it to mean something. That being said, I would definitely give this album all five stars. Not only is it something new and different for me, but it was for the band as well. To see them come out with this totally new direction and nail it so perfectly is really amazing. My hat is off to Tycho on this one.

Please support the band by Liking them on Facebook. You can also purchase the album on their website, Amazon or iTunes as well as stream it on Spotify.

Enjoy! <3

Amber Run - Spark

The past two months I have watched all the studio updates from Amber Run as they record their debut album. I am beyond excited to hear the finished product! Today they gave us another track to listen to that is on the album and it has been on repeat all day on my computer! Check out their new tune Spark and get pumped for their album to finally be released this summer!

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If you haven't yet, go "Like' them on Facebook now!

Enjoy! <3

Wildcat! Wildcat!

I would bet, upon seeing their band name, that you would not guess that Wildcat! Wildcat! sound the way they do. They have an interesting depth to their indie/electronic sound that grabbed me after hearing their EP for the first time. Try something new today and check out Wildcat! Wildcat! with me.

This 3-piece band has been able to craft their own unique sound in a world where every band kind of sounds the same. That is always an accomplishment in itself. Then these guys just happen to be really great on top of that! Their 4-track, self-titled EP that came out last year was their first release, which makes me very excited to see what they come out with this year! The first track I heard by these guys was Garden Grays. I loved the laid back, 'going for a stroll' vibe this song has. It can slap a smile on your face as you walk around town pondering life (which I know so many of you do!) Check it out below and don't stop walking until it's over.

The other song from the EP I am all about is called Mr. Quiche. I love the piano and organ intro that leads into a chilled out indie/electro beat. This song is very much on the same wavelength as the rest of the EP as well, which shows their consistency as a band and that they know what they are trying to do. Check out Mr. Quiche below!



Now let's check out one of their remixes. I love when bands dabble in producton as well and make remixes of other peoples music. This is becoming more and more common with the fusion of indie rock and electronic music. They took Haerts' lead single, Wings and pumped some life into a laid back indie rock song. Check it out below.



Get to know Wildcat! Wildcat! on Facebook while you're listening!

Enjoy! <3

Elektrik People - The Lost Get Loud

I have had the pleasure of knowing and working with a couple of the members of Elektrik People on multiple tours back in the day and I am really excited about this new direction they have taken their music. Their debut EP came out today and I am very pleased with the way it turned out.

The members of Elektrik People used to play in an indie rock band called War Stories. They were the first band I ever got to work with in my days of being an intern while in school. After the members of War Stories parted ways, some of the band regrouped and formed this more electronically influenced band. They were able to breathe new life into their music by simplifying their line-up and switching up their sound. The lead single off of The Lost Get Loud, called I Love My Life, had me hooked instantly. Also, as it turns out, I wasn't the only one! It was good enough to get a stamp of approval from the one and only Katy Perry on her Facebook page! Check it out below.

After hearing I Love My Life I couldn't help but get stoked to hear what they came up with next. Upon listening to their EP for the first time, the title track really stood out to me. Evan's vocals really shine on this one and I also love the 80's-esque synths in conjunction with the epic guitar during the chorus. This song has a great intensity that grabs you and doesn't let you go until it's over. Check out The Lost Get Loud below.



The last track I wanted to highlight is Painted Gold. This song definitely brings some serious sex appeal to the EP. Those massive bass lines will make you want to get to know your body a little better than you did before listening to this track. Get down with your bad self below!


Make sure to throw Elektrik People a 'Like' on Facebook while you're listening!

Enjoy! <3

Prides - The Seeds You Sow EP

I have been waiting very patiently for this EP to drop. Even though it is only available in the UK, it is still up on SoundCloud for all of us to enjoy. Prides is definitely an artist to keep on your radar.

Prides is a band from Glasgow that has been generating buzz around the UK by performing at tons of radio stations doing tons of amazing covers of pop songs. Finally, we have access to their first original release The title track from the EP, The Seeds You Sow is an excellent indie/pop song that reminds me of Pompeii by Bastille. It has an infectious sing along chant in the chorus that is incredibly catchy and i love the driving percussion that goes along with it. Check out the track below!

My other favorite track from the EP is Cold Blooded. I love the more mellow intro section with the light instrumentation and the gang vocal section when the music cuts out. Then the track amps up halfway through and brings back that uplifting Prides sound that they are known for. Check it out below



Check out the rest of their music on their SoundCloud and Facebook pages. They have covers galore!

Enjoy! <3

Rio Rio

There are few things more satisfying to me than finding a quality band. It is even sweeter when they have only released one EP and have just over 1000 fans on Facebook. Everyone, say hello to Rio Rio!

Rio Rio is an indie rock band from San Francisco, CA that has been tearing up dance floors since 2012. Their electronically influenced, uptempo sound can put some pep in your step no matter what you have going on in your life that day. They released their Light Parade EP a few months back with their track The Bashful and The Brave being the first single. Check it out below!

Every other track on their EP is equally as good and equally as fun! I recommend Gorilla Gorilla and Antoinette. They released their EP for free, which you can grab by clicking here! If you want to hear more, check out their entire EP on their SoundCloud page and don't forget to throw them a 'Like' on Facebook too.

Enjoy! <3

Coasts - A Rush Of Blood

Out of nowhere I find that Coasts released a new song!? Oh, happy day!

These boys can do no wrong. They must be making good progress on their debut album if they are beginning to release more music, which makes me a very happy camper. I cannot wait to get this song on repeat all day long. Jam out to their new track A Rush Of Blood with me right now!

Also, for more Coasts, check out their last release I posted about, called Stay! Throw the boys a like on Facebook while you're at it too!

Enjoy! <3

Dog Is Dead

I know it's going to be a good day when I find a new band from the UK. If I lived anywhere else but Southern California I would probably be trying to move to the UK as soon as possible.. but I'm spoiled with my 70 degree winter days. However, I love all the music they create over there, and Dog Is Dead is no exception!

Dog Is Dead released their debut album, All Our Favorite Stories, in the UK back in October of last year and has been gaining the band more and more traction as the months go on. Unfortunately for us poor souls on this side of the Atlantic, it is not released on any american labels. Hopefully it will be someday, because this album is amazing. The thing I love most about it is that their alternative/indie rock sound is well refined, as they have been playing together for over 4 years now, but still has that slightly unpolished, garage-y vibe to it. And, they use some wicked saxophone in some of their songs which adds yet another point to their coolness factor.

I honestly do not even want to pick a favorite song, because the album is so good as a whole. I'm really sad it's not on Spotify.. so SoundCloud will have to suffice. Please take some time to listen to their whole album. You will thank me later! Check out All Our Favorite Stories below!

Follow the boys on Facebook to stay up to date with everything they get into this year! I am sure 2014 will be a big year for Dog Is Dead.

Enjoy! <3