Austin-band La Snacks’ new recording, Newfangled, has been getting a lot of comparisons to Pavement, along with other memorable indie acts from the 90s.
Thao with the Get Down Stay Down / Beat (Health, Life and Fire)
I’ve been really into their record for over a year now. It’s what pop folk used to be: smart and fun. This song in particular makes me want to dance around the room.
Warren Zevon / Roland The Headless Thompson Gunner
This song has everything: the congo, guns, the CIA, and a headless hero. It is a political statement, but not the one you think. The premise of the song seems ridiculous, until you catch yourself singing along. It’s in the same moment as shallow as a baby pool and as deep as an ocean. Pop songs are rarely this good, and Warren Zevon makes it look easy.
Neko Case / Some People Got A Lot of Nerve
My radio jam! Who knew you could write a cool song about animal rights. Go ahead and try to think of another one. And, of course, her voice is something we are all in love with.
Camper Van Beethoven / All Her Favorite Fruit
The great lost band of 1980s indie rock. Remember the first time you listened to Built to Spill? Well, they remember the first time they listened to these guys. All Her Favorite Fruit is one of Camper Van Beethoven’s great love songs: full of confusion, stalking and longing.
John Lennon and The Plastic Ono Band / Remember
I think that John Lennon is the greatest rock songwriter of all time. This really pisses off Bob Dylan fans, I know. My point is, though, that he can preach without being preachy, like in this song. It may not be his best, but damn, if isn’t stuck in my head right now.
New Pornographers / Ballad of the Comeback Kid
Dan Bejar is a sneaky songwriter in that you enjoy the song the twentieth time you listen way more than the first. Some very cool stuff is going on and I love that he has to be on the top of his pop game in the New Pornographers.
Husker Du / Back From Somewhere
Warehouse is one of my favorite records of all time. I could listen to it for days. Back From Somewhere has an arrangement that keeps me coming back for more: wweet and simple, with one the coolest bridges ever.
Single Frame / The Slip
Our hometown of Austin has a lot of great bands. This one has been on hiatus for a year or so, but I think they are my favorites. The Slip is a masterpiece. Listen to it over and over again and wonder why this band isn’t bigger?
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good call on single frame.