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MISUN – Sleep

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The mighty Misun’s new one “Sleep” is the b-side to D.C.-bred band’s “Travel With Me” single which will be released on our very own B3SCI Records this coming Tuesday (February 18th). The electronic-leaning “Sleep” sees Ms. Wojick & co ably continue to expand their palette as the track, while still rooted in the strong sense of melody and dynamics that Misun has earned their dough on thusfar, is maybe the most consciously dance song the band has so far released.

We’re throwing a release show for MISUN at the Bootleg in Los Angeles this coming Tuesday February 18th which if you’re located in SoCal you should (no duh) be attending. More info on the show is available here.

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Rating 8.4

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02-13-14

As Elephants Are – Hand Prints

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The infectious “Handprints” is a strong return for Buckinghamshire four-piece As Elephants Are. A sharp mix of jangly guitars, kinetic rhythms and an overwhelmingly catchy chorus hook, “Handprints” comes all tied up in a shimmery atmosphere of dream-pop romanticism. Look for As Elephants Are’s “Hand Prints” EP March 31st.

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Rating 8.2

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02-13-14

f r a n s k i l d – Clockworks

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Arranged in a manner of space and complexity of mood similar to jazz or more abstract deep electronic music; “Clockworks”, new from Swedish producers Franskild does do well on its unique use of space and mood but really succeeds on the cleverness of its hooks both vocal and otherwise – that and it’s really really catchy in a hypnotic black & white sort of way. “Clockworks” is a true standout track do not miss.

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Rating 8.4

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02-11-14

Chantelle Paredes – 2 Thousand

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California-based duo Chantelle Paredes make their B3SCI debut w/ the sweeping cinematic dark pop of “2 Thousand”. Relevant in sound to its trend (C.P. may remind a bit of Lana Del Rey), but unique in execution “2 Thousand” is of quality indicative of band with unlimited talent and potential. Listen ASAP.

Chantelle Paredes california (Soundcloud)

Rating 8.4

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02-11-14

JUSWRHT – Watching

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Tuesday. It’s not quite as lame as Monday, but is more lame than Wednesday. The only thing that ever keeps Tuesday in the race for ‘best day of the week’ is new music releases. You’ll find gems all over the internet pop up, much like this one. LA based JUSWRHT dropped a new track online today and we approve. With sweeping chords, live violin layered on top and a catchy vocal sample, “Watching” is quite a debut. Reviewed by Brian Litwin

JUSWRHT (Soundcloud)

Rating 8.3

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02-11-14

The Bulletproof Bomb – Suitcase

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The Bulletproof Bomb can refer to the #7 car in the 1968 Hanna-Barbera cartoon Wacky Races. In which that car was driven by 7 little gangsters, all sitting in the front, sometimes shooting their Tommy Guns (thank you wikipedia). This is just one possible rationale for the naming behind this new punky 5 piece from Sutton. Having recently heard “Suitcase” on their soundcloud, I must say I am hooked. The surf-garage rock burner is infectious and a shit load of fun. The forthcoming b-side “Spaceman” is a nice follow up, with a breezy feel and is just as catchy. Reviewed by Brian Litwin

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TOUR DATES

March 1st, Troubadour, London
March 14th, The Water Rats, London
March 20th, The Grey Horse, Kingston
March 21st, Native Tongue, Epsom
March 26th, The Macbeth, London
April 2nd, Ibiza Rocks The Snow, Meribel, France,

Rating 8.4

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02-11-14