five wonderful songs

ok here’s some good ones to check out.
is anyone even seeing these?



The Jim Yoshii Pile-Up – A Deep Deep Lake
(Homemade Drugs, 2002)
no one has ever heard of these guys... no one i’ve ever met. but they've had a number of albums over a number of years. i’d try to describe them but i’m not sure how. very melodic, kind of “downer” lyrics, quite calming music without being too slow and boring. give them a try.



Pretty Girls Make Graves – All Medicated Geniuses
(The New Romance, 2003)
not many bands that play “harder” music can get away with having a female singer. most i’ve heard that have a female singer just don’t sound right. pretty girls make graves are the exception. Andrea Zollo has a beautiful voice that can be also be a little harsh when need be. they’re an excellent and different band that i loved the moment i heard. sadly they're in the midst of their last tour. click here to find out where you can see them for the last time.



Imogen Heap – Closing In
(Speak For Yourself, 2005)
formally the singer of the band/duo Frou Frou (the song at the end of the movie Garden State was Frou Frou), Imogen’s solo stuff is even better. she has the most wonderful and versatile voice. i can’t recommend her enough.


Looper – Dave The Moon Man
(Up a Tree, 1999)
formed by ex-Belle and Sebastian bassist Stuart David, Scottish band Looper is another exceedingly interesting band no one knows of. as implied in their name, they rely heavy on their ability to loop music and sounds into creative arrangements. this from there first album, this song is a personal favorite of mine, but more for the semi-storyline lyrics.


The Weakerthans – Elegy For Elsabet
(Left & Leaving, 2000)
the weakerthans are an old favorite of mine. from our neighbor canada, they're just simply original and all around lovely musical geniuses.