Staff Recommendations (11/27/05)

[Frank Giaramita]

The staff recommendations for the week can be found below (click "Read More" to view all of them).

Frank: I had my friend Aileen at East/West join me. Check it out (http://www.absolutepunk.net/showthread.php?t=98121).

Brandon A.: Tada! (http://www.absolutepunk.net/showthread.php?t=98262)

Caleb: I had my boy Justin from Lorene Drive help me. Check it out (http://www.absolutepunk.net/showthread.php?p=2098729#post209872 9).

Scott: Johnny Cash.

Darren: This week, it's an all-Canadian edition of my recs. Check it out right here. (http://www.absolutepunk.net/showthread.php?p=2099095)

Jason Tate: Summerside (http://www.myspace.com/summerside), Paper Models (http://www.myspace.com/papermodels), and Envy on the Coast (http://www.purevolume.com/envyonthecoast).

Drew B.: Check my ish here (http://www.absolutepunk.net/showthread.php?p=2099125#post209912 5).

Jonathan Lally: Check out my recs here (http://www.absolutepunk.net/showthread.php?t=98292). This week, Dave Smallen of Street To Nowhere (http://www.streettonowhere.com) joins me on recs.

Jared Kaufman: Bright Eyes, Johnny Cash, Explosions In The Sky, A Wilhelm Scream, Chin Up Chin Up and Page France.

Rohan Kohli: This week, Andy Lee, former guitarist of Cartel and drummer extraordinaire, joined me for recommendations. Check out our recs right here (http://www.absolutepunk.net/showthread.php?t=98304). Andy seriously listens to the best stuff in the world; go check out every band he recommends.

[wangzackphil]

These are pretty good...this is why God made Sundays im pretty sure....recommendations. yeah, that's def why God invented Sundays. I'm looking at/applying to colleges in the Southeast....if anybody knows good ones let me know. thx

[Rohan Kohli]

These are pretty good...this is why God made Sundays im pretty sure....recommendations. yeah, that's def why God invented Sundays. I'm looking at/applying to colleges in the Southeast....if anybody knows good ones let me know. thx

Emory's pretty lame.

[byebyebeautiful]

rick barton - he used to be in dropkick murphys. then he left and went solo. more folk rock than punk rock, but good nonetheless.

hey mercedes - i'm just starting to get into them, after being a huuuuuge braid/city on film fan.

cap'n jazz - the members went on to form the promise ring, american football, owen, joan of arc, make believe, among others i'm sure.

the streets - they're british hip hop. need i say more?

the lido venice - ben's band after treos and before/during sharp teeth. i like it. they're recording their first and final full length right now. hopefully, it'll turn out well. i think it will.

xoxo conor

p.s. i demoed in my friend's basement. five songs in three hours. if you could listen to them on my myspace, that would be wonderful. www.myspace.com/conorhutchinson.

[quitmyscene]

saves the day (http://savestheday.com/) and say anything (http://sayanythingmusic.com/)- you've heard both these bands already. for the past (almost) week, i've been listening to "...is a real boy" and "stay what you are/through being cool" (i lost the cds, so i burned them toegether) almost constantly on repeat. my ipod broke and when i came home from thanksgiving and opened itunes, i found myself going back to these cds (plus their others). so incredible, both bands.

also, i had "your favorite weapon" and "tell all your friends" with me, which also never get old. give 'em each a spin.

the magic numbers (http://www.themagicnumbers.net/)- i saw them with bright eyes tuesday, and they definitely impressed me. they kind of reminded me of the arcade fire/the weakerthans, but that's probably just me.

kevin devine (http://www.kevindevine.net/)- split the country, split the street. i haven't listened to this cd in a while, but it's wonderful. make sure you give this a(nother) listen before making your "best of" lists.

[quitmyscene]

p.s. i demoed in my friend's basement. five songs in three hours. if you could listen to them on my myspace, that would be wonderful. www.myspace.com/conorhutchinson.

craazy. i was about to recommend you, then i refreshed and saw this.
so instead, i'll second this.

[TimeAsIdeology]

Does anyone put any god damn effort into these things? Jesus. Well, I've got no issue with Darren, despite the fact that he's promoting Canadian bands, which means they're inherently evil. I can't fault Scott, either though, the man in black is timeless.

But seriously, Caleb, what the fuck is that garbage? "Uh, they're uh, uh, yeah Tooth & Nail." Can you be bothered to write more than 4 words about these fucking bands? Christ. And Frank can't be bothered to write about anything besides pop rock, and Brandon ska. I realize people have niches, and areas of expertise, but branch out a little bit.

I'll do some, because I've got time to kill, and let's be honest, I'm awesome;

Harvest - Transitions is an essential release for anyone who thinks they're into metalcore. The shit that's out there today, that's some regurgitated bullshit, check this band out to see where the genre started. Along the lines of Skycamefalling, Threadbare, and Shai Hulud.

Wu-Tang Clan - This group really needs no introduction, and its members solo releases are as top notch as a lot of the stuff they recorded together, but 36 Chambers is a seminal rap album if there ever was one, the most intelligent rhymes you'll ever find, with 10 extremely talented rappers to spit them.

Dead Hearts - Terrific melodic hardcore out of Buffalo, in vein of With Honor and Ruiner, both their self titled and No Love, No Hope absolutely shred. Rock 'n' roll infused hardcore the way it should be played. Loud, brash, and honest.

Jeff Buckley - You want beautiful, sincere music? Grace is one of the most heartfelt albums ever recorded.

Naked City - One of John Zorn's many, many projects. Terrific free jazz integrated with Thrash Metal. Not to be missed.

[Kelley Nicole]

The Elected - Sun, Sun, Sun
Jenny Lewis with the Watson Twins - Rabbit Fur Coat

Both albums come out January 24th, and both are fucking amazing country/soul/pop/whatever you want to call them albums. They sound very...classic, and nothing like Rilo. The feeling I got when listening to both of them was, "How has this never been recorded before?" These will without a doubt be two of my favorites of 2006. I have to say, Sun, Sun, Sun completely blows Me First away. Blake's a fucking genius and I hope more people realize that once this record comes out.

I played (like always) a lot of Broken Social Scene, Wolf Parade, and Sunset Rubdown this week in addition to those other two albums I mentioned, and I've been on an Atlas Strategic kick the past few weeks as well. Oh, Tegan and Sara has gotten quite a bit of play the past couple of days too. So I guess I recommend all that.

[kevin111]

If you aren't listening to that guy Jeremy Larson, you are crazy. He's incredible, thanks for the rec.
Here are a few more people should be listening to.....

The Verdict - This is a band out of NC that is making quite a stir in the music scene out here. They are just feel good rock. His vocals are nice and gruff and her's are sweet and very complimentary. They sound like an upbeat Lydia with better guitar. Please check these guys out.
www.purevolme.com/theverdict

mewithoutYou- Fantastic band, once you get into them, there's no getting out

Ryan Adams - Anything (except Rock n' Roll) this man has done has been amazing. One of my personal favorites is "Hotel Chelsea Nights". Listen to him and better your week.

Nada Surf - "Let Go" - Amazing album, for fans of Death Cab and such

[Darren McLeod]

I've got no issue with Darren, despite the fact that he's promoting Canadian bands, which means they're inherently evil.
Quoted for truth.

[Scott Weber]

Does anyone put any god damn effort into these things? Jesus. Well, I've got no issue with Darren, despite the fact that he's promoting Canadian bands, which means they're inherently evil. I can't fault Scott, either though, the man in black is timeless.
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I used to put effort into it, but the east coast staffers always jump the gun and post it at midnight there, when it's 9 pm here, so I'm always hanging out on a Saturday night, often having some beers, sooooo.... heh

[badboy]

Envy on the coast is great.

I want to hear more of them.

[Darren McLeod]

I used to put effort into it, but the east coast staffers always jump the gun and post it at midnight there, when it's 9 pm here, so I'm always hanging out on a Saturday night, often having some beers, sooooo.... heh
Yeah, no kidding.

[TimeAsIdeology]

I used to put effort into it, but the east coast staffers always jump the gun and post it at midnight there, when it's 9 pm here, so I'm always hanging out on a Saturday night, often having some beers, sooooo.... heh

You could reccomend Johnny Cash every week for all I care, and it would never go out of style.

Also, I could go for a couple Yuengling 22's right now. God damnit.

[Scott Weber]

You could reccomend Johnny Cash every week for all I care, and it would never go out of style.

Also, I could go for a couple Yuengling 22's right now. God damnit.
F'real.

[TheBestBet]

Envy on The Coast will be huge, wait till you hear the song Suckerpunch. Probably one of the best songs i have ever heard.

[Adeniz19]

johnny cash is the shiz

[number2alien]

Quoted for truth.

Someone's gotta represent those of us north of the 49th. Even if we are inherently evil.

Okay, every time any human being makes a reference to the 49th parallel, I get this huge urge to listen to some new Propagandhi. So. Good..

[atextbooktraged]

scott loves johnny cash too wooo! Walk the Line is amazing....

also Darren, thanks for recommending my very deserving brothers in Daggermouth. I was partying with them tonight...some of my fav. dudes in the world.

[byebyebeautiful]

Jenny Lewis with the Watson Twins - Rabbit Fur Coat

it's about time. i have a bootleg of jenny singing with them; and if this album is anything like the bootleg, it's gonna be good.

xoxo conor

[slickwataris]

http://www.purevolume.com/ellegarden
http://myspace.com/ellegarden

catchy as hell

[duffe]

Sherwood "Sing, but keep going"

[Kelley Nicole]

it's about time. i have a bootleg of jenny singing with them; and if this album is anything like the bootleg, it's gonna be good.
xoxo conor
a lot of people are actually disappointed with the album because of the echo bootleg; they think the studio versions are too different and heavily produced. plus a lot of people seem to think that it's too country and that her, gibbard, oberst, and ward butchered "handle with care." it really seems to be a love/hate thing with this record. i'm one of the ones obviously who thinks they were arranged very well. simple, but not too simple, and the watson twins sound really great.

[InaGreendase]

Dead Hearts - Terrific melodic hardcore out of Buffalo, in vein of With Honor and Ruiner, both their self titled and No Love, No Hope absolutely shred. Rock 'n' roll infused hardcore the way it should be played. Loud, brash, and honest.

All 3 bands you mention are cool and all, but I think it's a bit early to start using Ruiner as a boosting comparison...the dudes have like 1 EP and are still virtually unknown...

[AtlanticEast247]

what ever happened to Ryan Mills...i loved his recs

[WeDreamOfDays]

rick barton - he used to be in dropkick murphys. then he left and went solo. more folk rock than punk rock, but good nonetheless.
hey mercedes - i'm just starting to get into them, after being a huuuuuge braid/city on film fan.
cap'n jazz - the members went on to form the promise ring, american football, owen, joan of arc, make believe, among others i'm sure.
the streets - they're british hip hop. need i say more?
the lido venice - ben's band after treos and before/during sharp teeth. i like it. they're recording their first and final full length right now. hopefully, it'll turn out well. i think it will.
xoxo conor
p.s. i demoed in my friend's basement. five songs in three hours. if you could listen to them on my myspace, that would be wonderful. www.myspace.com/conorhutchinson.

The fact that you recommended cap'n jazz makes me want to be your friend. I'm a HUGE follower of anything the Kinsellas do. Great recommendation.

[WeDreamOfDays]

All 3 bands you mention are cool and all, but I think it's a bit early to start using Ruiner as a boosting comparison...the dudes have like 1 EP and are still virtually unknown...

I saw them recently with ruiner, both amazing bands. Put on a great show. The only thing about dead hearts, is they sound like a mix of every other hardcore band.

[FatJordan]

1) It's never a bad time to recommend A Wilhelm Scream
2) Someone rec'ed Wu Tang's 36 Chambers? I love this place :thumbsup:

[derricklc22]

The Elected - Sun, Sun, Sun
Jenny Lewis with the Watson Twins - Rabbit Fur Coat

Both albums come out January 24th, and both are fucking amazing country/soul/pop/whatever you want to call them albums. They sound very...classic, and nothing like Rilo. The feeling I got when listening to both of them was, "How has this never been recorded before?" These will without a doubt be two of my favorites of 2006. I have to say, Sun, Sun, Sun completely blows Me First away. Blake's a fucking genius and I hope more people realize that once this record comes out.

I played (like always) a lot of Broken Social Scene, Wolf Parade, and Sunset Rubdown this week in addition to those other two albums I mentioned, and I've been on an Atlas Strategic kick the past few weeks as well. Oh, Tegan and Sara has gotten quite a bit of play the past couple of days too. So I guess I recommend all that.
You always have great recs and these are no exception. Jenny Lewis is the shizzy.

[wesgemm08]

CD's to give a listen to
Cave In- Until Your Heart Stops
Minus the Bear- Menos el Oso (easily one of my top cd's of the year)
Gospel (http:/myspace.com/gospel)- The Moon is a Dead World (great "scene" band, amazing live show)


Other Bands
Avelena Falls (http://myspace.com/avelenafallsmusic)- one of my buddies local pop-punkish band, give them a listen, its good shit
Mass Movement of the Moth (http://myspace.com/massmovementofthemoth)- saw them open for Transistor/Transistor and Gospel, tight live show, fun music... listen to the song Three on their myspace site
MewithoutYou- Seeing them open for Thursday, great band

[Conversations]

All 3 bands you mention are cool and all, but I think it's a bit early to start using Ruiner as a boosting comparison...the dudes have like 1 EP and are still virtually unknown...

I suppose you're right about them not being well known enough to use as basis for comparison, but hearing one of those two bands always seems to remind me of the other.

[fluke182]

The Elected - Sun, Sun, Sun
Jenny Lewis with the Watson Twins - Rabbit Fur Coat
Both albums come out January 24th, and both are fucking amazing country/soul/pop/whatever you want to call them albums. They sound very...classic, and nothing like Rilo. The feeling I got when listening to both of them was, "How has this never been recorded before?" These will without a doubt be two of my favorites of 2006. I have to say, Sun, Sun, Sun completely blows Me First away. Blake's a fucking genius and I hope more people realize that once this record comes out.
I played (like always) a lot of Broken Social Scene, Wolf Parade, and Sunset Rubdown this week in addition to those other two albums I mentioned, and I've been on an Atlas Strategic kick the past few weeks as well. Oh, Tegan and Sara has gotten quite a bit of play the past couple of days too. So I guess I recommend all that.
Nice recs, I didn't realize Jenny and Blake's albums were coming out so soon. Anyway I could get hooked up with a taste? I loved the Elected's last album.

[fluke182]

Air - Talkie Walkie. Brush it off and love the Euro Pop. Anyone who hasn't listened to this album should be ashamed. Well I suppose you shouldn't be, but damn you should listen to it!

Horizon Airlines - Not only do they fly me very nicely, but they gave me a bottle of wine and the biggest beer ever for getting a trivia question right. Delicious!

[byebyebeautiful]

a lot of people are actually disappointed with the album because of the echo bootleg; they think the studio versions are too different and heavily produced. plus a lot of people seem to think that it's too country and that her, gibbard, oberst, and ward butchered "handle with care." it really seems to be a love/hate thing with this record. i'm one of the ones obviously who thinks they were arranged very well. simple, but not too simple, and the watson twins sound really great.

reaaaaaally. hmm. did wb have any say on this album?

[Kelley Nicole]

reaaaaaally. hmm. did wb have any say on this album?
no, none that i know of. it's on team love and m. ward and mike mogis produced.

[byebyebeautiful]

no, none that i know of. it's on team love and m. ward and mike mogis produced.

yeah, i knew it was tl, and i was hoping it would stay that way. haha.