The Joy Formidable are a little band, with anything but a litte sound, from Northern Whales. I’ve been all about these guys since they dropped their EP A Ballon Called Moaning in early 2009. I have also eagerly been waiting for a follow up and now the wait is finally over. Their new and debut album The Big Roar came out earlier this week in the US and it is way up top on my list of CDs to acquire. There is just something inspiring about the intensity behind The Joy Formidable and I can’t help but love their lead singer Ritzy with her commanding vocals. I am just waiting for these guys to blow up more in the States.
Tag Archives: 2011
Song of the Day! ANR – Big Problem
ANR have a Big Problem from Miami. FL
Oh those fluctuating Oh-oh-Oh-oh-Oh’s; I feel like I just jumped into a time machine set to the late 80’s. ANR, short for Awesome New Republic, bring us their own brand of indie electronic music with the release of their new album Stay Kids, which came out earlier this month. Their lead single ‘Big Problem’ gets me all energized and gives me the urge to get up and jog in place rapidly as though I’m in a workout video. I’m looking forward to exploring the new album and maybe breaking a sweat as I dance relentlessly to whatever sick jams I may find on it.
Song of the Day! Cake – Long Time
Damn straight it’s been a long time since I’ve heard some fresh Cake! 7 years of waiting and finally Cake drops Showroom of Compassion on us. I haven’t had a chance to dig into the album yet but from hearing Sick of You and Long Time, i’m pretty much sold. That awesome signature Cake sound is clearly present but I’m also loving the new style that shows Cake has done something with the last half decade. I just can’t get enough of this awesome jam!
Song of the Day! Peter Bjorn & John – Dig A Little Deeper
It’s been nearly 2 years now since PB&J released, in my opinion, one of the best albums of 2009. The new album sounds very promising with enjoyable listens like Dig A Little Deeper and Second Chance. This song is no Young Folks but who’s to say the album isn’t hiding something that’s as catchy and memorable. I have high hopes for Gimme Some which will be out the 29th of this month.
The Sifting Pan 