Australian singer-songwriter Lenka Kripac, formerly of Aussie group Decoder Ring, is now flying solo, and she has just released her debut single — The Show. It’s catchy, bouncy and irrepressible, just like Lenka herself.
She and Him / Sweet Darlin’
I’m obsessed with the She and Him album right now and this is my favourite track on it. I love both Zooey Deschanel and M. Ward, and the ultra retro country and doo wop feel this has.
Cat Power / Lived In Bars
I’ve been a bit sad this past week. I’m not sure if this song helped or just exaggerated the feelings, but whatever it is, I like it.
Donovan / Season Of The Witch
When I was a teenage hippy, I loved Donovan and now when I listen to it, I get this great nostalgic gooey-ness and floods of teen angst feelings. This song is so sexy.
Goldfrapp / Happiness
This song gives me good feelings and I love the direction of the new album. Her voice is like a breathy wash of friendliness. Great video too.
The Beatles / Come Together
I listen to Beatles CD’s in the car and this one makes for a particularly groovy ride. It’s my favourite Beatles song, for sure. So goddamn cooool. This is the Bela Flek cover version.
Sharon Jones And the Dap Kings / 100 Days, 100 Nights
It’s less about the song and more about the sound and mood of the whole record. It makes you wanna say things like “now we’re cookin’ with gas, sister.”
The Stranglers / Golden Brown
I know it’s about heroin, but to me it’s more like a Baroque love song. I love the hoppy-waltz-pulse it gets going. It totally stands the test of time too.
M. Ward / Transfigurations Of Vincent
I’ve always adored this song, but lately I’ve listened to it a lot because I just did a cover of it. Also, the whole album is about a guy that died, and a friend of mine just died, so it’s particularly relevant. I appreciate the perspective it puts on death. I heard that M. Ward liked my version, so I feel extremely honoured.
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