OT: New Music (Released January 2020 or Later)
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Agree for GVF's early stuff. I don't think Robert Plant ever hit notes as high as on the new tune I posted. They seem to have moved away from the Led Zep sound.
This band went from playing small bars to amphitheaters in about an 18 month period, which is ridiculous for a rock band these days. Part of that was some overhype by people like Elton John among others. Then came the inevitable backlash and hyper criticism. I saw them live back in 2018 at Pier 5 in NYC. I kind of got a kick out of them and they can really play for such young musicians. They may not be the most original band in approach but I do think they catch too much criticism from some of the more “hip” critics. I will check out their new album.
They opened for Metallica for Metallica's online concert to raise money for Metallica's charity foundation, and I thought they put on a nice show. Not a band I would go out of the way to see, but at least they are a rock band playing live rock music.
there is something about them that rubs me the wrong way, i cannot put my finger on it, i want to like them but
Two great new upbeat indie rock songs that just came out from a couple of my favorite artists. First is boygenius (a collaboration with Phoebe Bridgers, Lucy Dacus and Julien Baker - an indie "supergroup") with "Not Strong Enough," which really shows off some great vocals and an anthemic chorus/ending. Could be a hit (the album debuted at #4 on Billboard last month) - and Pitchfork gave the new album an 8.2, which is high praise for them.
The second song is NYE by Local Natives, who have been around since 2010 or so and have a number of indie hits. Just heard this for the first time tonight and loved it. Beautiful melodies and vocals, but it also rocks. Enjoy.
The second song is NYE by Local Natives, who have been around since 2010 or so and have a number of indie hits. Just heard this for the first time tonight and loved it. Beautiful melodies and vocals, but it also rocks. Enjoy.
For all you prog/classic rockers, I bring you Canada's own Crown Lands with their fairly new single, Lady of the Lake. Light up, close your eyes and you might be transported to 1975 and think you're hearing a cross between Rush and Zep...
Sounds like a Greta Van Fleet rip off!! 😜
I like it though. We don't have enough high pitched male rock bands like Rush, Yes, Supertramp, etc.
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I like this. Interesting that they are a Canadian duo. My oldest son grew up listening to Rap/Hip Hop for the most part. Recently he has started listening to more rock, his favorite band is another Canadian duo called The Blue Stones. They have a strong Black Keys vibe to their sound.
They have yet to top Songs for the Deaf (IMO), but still like QOTSA a lot.
The Heavy came up in my YouTube feed. Solid soul-infused rock.
EDIT- downloaded the new album, and it is fantastic. Has a Black Keys type of vibe, but different. The title of the second song is very subtle (I usually don't like curse-laden songs).
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More great lyrics from Lord Huron.
I get by on the dreams I conceive
I defy my bad luck with the will to believe
I just know that I'm destined to be something more
I was born with an ace up my sleeve
I get by on the dreams I conceive
I defy my bad luck with the will to believe
I just know that I'm destined to be something more
I was born with an ace up my sleeve
Twitch streamer recorded a slipknot style song live on twitch in 2 hrs.
A song from Duane Betts forthcoming album called “Stare At The Sun”. This features Betts and Derek Trucks as a guest on guitar. This is dedicated to Duane’s father Richard “Dickey” Betts of Allman Bros. fame.
New Corey Taylor (Slipknot, Stone Sour) Solo single. Much more melodic and polished than Slipknot:
^^^ I've seen a number of performers who were ugly enough to need to wear a mask. Good to finally see someone do so.
A mellow tune from Extreme's upcoming album. (I say Harumph!):
Another new Rival Sons tune from their just released New Album. Singer sounds like Paul Rodgers from Bad Company?
Another new tune from The Hives:
Same song, live on Howard Stern today. Got to catch them live.
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I’ve been listening to their new album “Darkfighter” and it’s really good. I think Rival Sons is one of the best hard rock bands of the last 10 years or so. I want to see them live . The singer Buchanan is one of the better vocalists on the scene today. Here is another song I like “Mirrors” live:
If country rock/Americana is your vibe, Jason Isbell's new album Weathervanes is out and is excellent. So many great songs, A few have been out for a couple of months- Death Wish and Middle of the Morning. This, to me, is the standout on the album:
He is.a fantastic guitarist and a good singer. It’s funny, I would consider this a “Rock”song but with all the silly labels and ridiculous number of sub genres that have emerged over the last 35 years in music, many would consider this “Country Rock” or marginally rock which is a little strange to me.
I was on board until about 0:58. Is there a name for this genre where the vocals vacillate between melodic and growling/screaming. Jinjer comes to mind.
Metalcore. But electric callboy is just something else... they're... unique. Germans can be a bit crazy.
