tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12091431179094437752024-02-06T21:46:54.385-08:00Music Worth HearingMusic reviews, commentary, and more.Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06237666041041352746noreply@blogger.comBlogger487125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1209143117909443775.post-55593181238811867442013-08-26T19:04:00.001-07:002013-08-26T19:04:42.004-07:00Yo La Tengo
Fabulous cover by an immortal group. Studio version can be found on the 1997 EP, <i>Little Honda</i>.
<iframe width="560" height="315" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/zewPLKVJhdI" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06237666041041352746noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1209143117909443775.post-31839166317912611062013-03-25T07:16:00.000-07:002013-03-25T07:16:00.164-07:00Onda VagaGoing back a couple of years for this one, but I was just reminded of this Argentine band and their easy going Latin-Surfer-chic. Off their 2008 effort <i>Fuerte y Caliente</i>. You'll enjoy this entertaining "take away show."
<iframe width="560" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/kOhTL_brmZg" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06237666041041352746noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1209143117909443775.post-14647855348926661702013-03-21T07:12:00.000-07:002013-03-21T07:12:00.289-07:00Local Natives: Heavy FeetYour going to love this soothing pop piece, off the 2013 album, <i>Hummingbird</i>. Special thanks to Jake for the heads up on this track.
<iframe width="420" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/dW_2eGw7dSM" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06237666041041352746noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1209143117909443775.post-70561815394877868092013-03-12T06:10:00.000-07:002013-03-12T06:10:00.947-07:00Surfer Blood: Weird ShapesThis track is off this Florida-based band's upcoming 2013 album, <i>Pythons</i>, set to be released in June.
<iframe width="560" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/jIvMR8YDqWU" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06237666041041352746noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1209143117909443775.post-73624958576025929712013-03-08T06:05:00.000-08:002013-03-08T06:05:53.396-08:00Jake Bugg: Two FingersYour going to love this English singer/songwriter. Check out his website,<a href="http://jakebugg.com/"> here</a>.
<iframe width="560" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/J9XwFecNXyU" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06237666041041352746noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1209143117909443775.post-24843080994007241432013-01-25T14:38:00.001-08:002013-01-25T14:38:09.461-08:00Jessie Ware: Wildest Moments I'm not sure that this British artist has really caught on in the USA yet, you all can correct me if I've just missed her, but she's had a great deal of success in the UK, and I wouldn't be surprised if she becomes popular here as 2013 unfolds.
This song is off her 2012 debut album, <i>Devotion</i>.
<iframe width="560" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/bMJkddvJ4L4" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06237666041041352746noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1209143117909443775.post-12546003727223058652013-01-25T14:17:00.001-08:002013-01-25T14:17:36.298-08:00Yo La Tengo: Before We RunThis group shouldn't need any intro. A captivating song from the upcoming album,<i> Fade</i>.
<iframe width="560" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/CDojbuBQlmo" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06237666041041352746noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1209143117909443775.post-40329717552058314352012-12-29T09:05:00.000-08:002012-12-29T09:05:00.417-08:00Dirty Projectors: Swing Lo MagellanHere's another tremendous 2012 album. This was sort of a stripped down record for this band, and the change up in style was brilliant.
<iframe width="560" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/yf7OKBlvAig" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06237666041041352746noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1209143117909443775.post-85176980903044502262012-12-28T08:49:00.000-08:002012-12-28T08:49:00.348-08:00Alabama Shakes: Boys & GirlsI mentioned this group <a href="http://musicworthhearing.blogspot.com/2011/10/alabama-shakes-i-found-you.html">earlier this year</a> and their debut album has yet to lose its vitality after numerous listens. Brittany Howard’s voice is one of the most interesting in the business right now.
<iframe width="560" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/Le-3MIBxQTw" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06237666041041352746noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1209143117909443775.post-37697123553614422682012-12-27T08:43:00.000-08:002012-12-27T08:43:00.232-08:00Sharon Van Etten: TrampWhile I simply cannot come up with numbered "best of" lists, this album may very well be my favorite of 2012. Yep, that's the best I can do.
<iframe width="420" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/exJ3AG0JIeo" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06237666041041352746noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1209143117909443775.post-55850569802819108982012-12-26T08:30:00.000-08:002012-12-26T08:30:02.946-08:00Frank Ocean: Channel OrangeI've mentioned Frank Ocean on the blog <a href="http://musicworthhearing.blogspot.com/2011/04/frank-ocean.html">before</a>, and I don't think there will be a best of 2012 list out there that doesn't have his <i>Channel Orange</i> near the top.
The album is thoughtful, well-layered hip hop, with equal dashes of R&B, Soul.
<iframe width="420" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/qqkYW_vcyPw" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06237666041041352746noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1209143117909443775.post-59828079168522928252012-12-25T07:53:00.000-08:002012-12-25T07:53:00.601-08:00Merry Christmas!<iframe width="420" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/RVFATPkZpt0" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06237666041041352746noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1209143117909443775.post-53939814025917387992012-12-23T07:49:00.000-08:002012-12-23T07:49:00.331-08:00Maddy Prior and The Carnival Band: Ding Dong Merrily on High
<iframe width="420" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/KtKVi3Ippu0" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06237666041041352746noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1209143117909443775.post-68620542892672420252012-12-22T07:43:00.000-08:002012-12-22T07:43:00.355-08:00Exterminador: El Baile Del Santa Clos
<iframe width="560" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/j7f_PFVH_tg" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06237666041041352746noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1209143117909443775.post-68282895164935233822012-12-21T07:35:00.000-08:002012-12-21T07:35:00.194-08:00Guster: Donde Esta Santa Claus
<iframe width="420" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/LOganSDZyLM" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06237666041041352746noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1209143117909443775.post-42618742177249037212012-12-20T07:26:00.000-08:002012-12-20T07:26:00.898-08:00Sufjan Stevens: I'll Be Home for Christmas
<iframe width="560" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/dNUbEDPWrvw" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06237666041041352746noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1209143117909443775.post-52578327122791717482012-12-18T07:21:00.000-08:002012-12-18T07:21:00.423-08:00Howler: Back of Your NeckOff the 2012 album, <i>America Give Up</i>.
<iframe width="560" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/swg9X1LcXm8" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06237666041041352746noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1209143117909443775.post-13158517284746208862012-12-17T08:06:00.000-08:002012-12-17T08:06:00.160-08:00Adios 2012!Thank you, dear readers, for another great year. I appreciate your comments, e-mails and suggestions throughout the year. This blog has readers all over the world, from Malaysia to the Netherlands, and I look forward to sharing another year of music with you in 2013!<br />
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That being said, I'm going to finish this year up by posting a few Christmas songs, and then I'll also list a slew of tracks / albums that were my favorites this year.
Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06237666041041352746noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1209143117909443775.post-19490556994879474742012-12-15T07:16:00.002-08:002012-12-15T07:16:49.847-08:00Punch Brothers
<i>Progressive bluegrass</i> out of Brooklyn? Yes, indeed. Let me know what you think of this track off the 2012 album, <i>Who's Feeling Young Now?</i>
<iframe width="560" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/EG_IwNZbU6I" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06237666041041352746noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1209143117909443775.post-53243920679583971952012-11-15T07:56:00.000-08:002012-11-15T07:56:00.965-08:00A Fine Frenzy: AvalanchesOff the recently released album,<i> Pines</i>. At its best, Alison Sudol's voice is captivating, and this song is a good example. Enjoy.
<iframe width="560" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/eTiWGOYEUyM" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06237666041041352746noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1209143117909443775.post-38803874259757903832012-11-08T08:01:00.000-08:002012-11-08T08:01:00.064-08:00Tanlines: All of MeHere's an addictive track off this Brooklyn, NY-based band's 2012 album, <i>Mixed Emotions</i>.
<iframe width="560" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/kKJ3z9Pa7AU" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06237666041041352746noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1209143117909443775.post-75309579930540417972012-11-01T07:53:00.000-07:002012-11-01T07:53:00.577-07:00Ariel Pink's Haunted GraffitiThis is the track, <i>Only in My Dreams</i>, off the album <i>Mature Themes</i>, which was released in August on the <a href="http://www.4ad.com/">4AD label</a>. The soulful song <i>Baby</i>, off the same album, has also garnered some attention and is worth a listen.
<iframe width="560" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/Ta46M5rksBk" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06237666041041352746noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1209143117909443775.post-4490476861772012112012-10-25T07:39:00.000-07:002012-10-25T07:39:00.447-07:00Ballake Sissoko & Vincent SegalOff the 2009 album, <i>Chamber Music</i>, which I think melds theses artists musical traditions very well. Sissoko hails from Mali and is from a musical family, while the French cellist Segal is a former member of the French National Orchestra.
<iframe width="560" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/b8lhwx6nc0Y" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06237666041041352746noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1209143117909443775.post-45476300953428160992012-10-19T14:28:00.000-07:002012-10-19T14:28:02.638-07:00Friday Cover: Poolside plays Neil YoungHere's a slick cover by this CA pop duo.
<iframe width="420" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/vneabb5ihDs" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06237666041041352746noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1209143117909443775.post-52344242144075441702012-10-10T09:20:00.000-07:002012-10-10T09:20:00.109-07:00Victor Bermon: We Face Each OtherOff this Australian artist's 2007 release, <i>Arriving at Night</i>.
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