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Obscure Sound: Best of September 2007

Wow. September flew by so quickly that I nearly forgot to post the monthly best-of compilation. I could easily blame it on the sudden onslaught of classes, but it could also be accredited to the rush of new music we have been t...
 
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Obscure Sound: Best of August 2007

August was certainly one of the most consistent months I’ve covered lately. Numerous bands featured with quality music… enjoy. 01. The Afternoons – Let’s Fall Apart (post) 02. The Virgins – Rich Girls ...
 
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Obscure Sound: Best of July 2007

July was another month containing quality music. A bunch of these new artists will most certainly see a deservedly large amount of exposure shortly. 01. Mono in VCF – Spider Rotation (post) 02. Testa Rosa – Ollie &a...
 
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Obscure Sound: Best of June 2007

June was quite a splendid month. Several artists that will most likely make a few of my year-end lists. Enjoy this one. As for a bit of self-promotion: today is my birthday. I can now be drafted but I still cannot legally drink...
 
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Obscure Sound: Best of May 2007

Here is the third compilation, gathering the best tracks featured on this site in May. As usual, you can either download the songs individually (by clicking on the song name) or as an entire RAR file by clicking the link below ...
 
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Obscure Sound: Best of April 2007

Here is the second compilation, gathering the best tracks featured on this site in April. The previous compilation in March went over well so I hope you enjoy this one just as much. As usual, you can either download the songs i...
 
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Obscure Sound: Best of March 2007

This is a new feature that I’ve been thinking of adding for awhile. Basically, seeing how many people seem to enjoy podcasts and compilations, I decided to collect fifteen of the most well-received songs that we featured ...
 
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  • “Insecurity” is a consuming track released today from @colorcard, a band that formed in Chicago by longtime friends Kyle Irwin (guitar, synth, vocals) and Eden Sierotnik (guitar, synth, vocals) in 2009. Bassist Eric Streichert joined in 2014. An effective rhythmic change-up at the two-minute mark gears up a nice transition, where eerie synth pads and post-punk bass-y reverberations linger alongside serene vocals. The aesthetic and instrumentation from the get-go remind of Wild Nothing, as the vocals cast a melodic glow in the alignment with the ghostly synths and guitar twangs. Touting a haunting aesthetic with post-punk yearning and effective guitar/synth interplay, “Insecurity” is a stellar release from Color Card. {Link to listen in bio}
  • VS Colour impress with “All Or Nothing,” a striking track that grows from chugging suaveness into a bursting rocker. The Los Angeles-based act describe “All Or Enough” as a “song about choices.” A moody first half rides patiently, clearly building toward a big second half. What that transition arrives, signaled by excellent vocal interaction at the two-minute mark, a vibrant rhythm section and perky guitar tones emerge alongside charismatic vocals; everything amps up a bit here. Aesthetically, there are points that remind me of Grizzly Bear and Field Music (particularly when the vocals ascend in pitch). “All Or Enough” is a wonderful journey of a rock track from VS Colour. Look out for the band’s upcoming album, Entitled, in November — touching on their “own spin on psychedelia, R ‘n’ B, electronica, yacht rock, and hip hop.” {Link to listen in bio}
  • “Vera” is a striking track from Night Hikes, the Seattle duo who wowed with “Avila” in August. Olivia Godby and Matthew Farrell again impress with this dreamy, effervescent gem. Godby’s lush vocals converge with textural guitars and eventual, glistening synths. The “you’re comin’ too hot,” conclusion at the end works with anthemic appeal, especially as the soaring vocal touch caps it off. “Vera” is a fantastic output from Night Hikes, who will be releasing another track/video in the coming week as well. The duo have the following to say about “Vera”: Vera is a persona we created to reflect the commodification of the “wild-woman” archetype. Vera exists only in how she comes across, and it is impossible for anyone, including her, to tell who she is as a person. She is beautiful and carefree. She walks barefoot and loses herself in the pulsing crowd at music festivals, but she is curated. She is wistful to a fault, choosing happy slogans over a real, authentic understanding of the world around her and the work it takes to make it a better place. The instrumentation illustrates the dichotomy between the groundedness Vera exudes in photos and the listlessness she carries in reality. The forceful beat and edgy, distorted guitar hold the song to a steady pulse, while the vocals feel like they are emerging from a dream sequence. The final sparkling synths wrap the end of the song in a psychedelic haze of ambivalence for the outside world. — link to listen in bio
  • Strange Weather’s previously featured track, “Suspending Disbelief,” transported us to a tropical island, with its swaying guitars making for a hypnotic effect. The project’s latest, “Surroundings,” accomplishes a similar feeling as well, whisking listeners to a place with calming, swaying magic — making it a release we’re happy to premiere. The aesthetic captivates throughout; twangy guitars just prior to the two-minute mark are accompanied by gentle organs and vocal murmurs. Shortly thereafter, a burst of vocal passion, twinkling keys, and vibrant rhythms show the track’s peak. “Surroundings” is more enjoyment from Strange Weather. {Link to listen in bio}

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