McKellar Serves Up Some Scottish Rock

SCOTTISH ROCKER
EILIDH MCKELLAR
Exclusive Premiere of New Video for “Hold Steady” via Never Enough Notes 
Available NOW on iTunes
“Hold Steady” and Major UK Tour Featured on The Rocker
Debut Album DELTA DEVIL DREAMS Coming Later 2014

 

“Cool as a cucumber, Eilidh plays like a seasoned veteran, and some of what she does on her solo here is scarcely credible, considering her tender years. No silly overplaying,
just quiet confidence and genuine virtuosity.”

Eilidh has a really good quality voice for the rocker scene. With that said, I wonder if she has the intensity and drive to back it up. Her song “Hold Steady” seamed to drag a bit, I was waiting for the kick and it never came. Her style reminds me of something Jack White would put out. The difference between the two is that Jack always has something interesting going on with either the vocals or instrumentals at all times. Eilidh’s song seemed to fall flat and became a little repetitive to me. I am very interested in where she’ll go and how her music will evolve.

-April B.
Check out the music video for “Hold Steady”here on Eilidh McKellar’s YouTube channel:

 

Upcoming UK Tour Dates

 

March 31 – Smokestack

 

Leeds

 

 

April 6 – Greystone

 

Sheffield
April 18 – Voodoo Rooms

 

Edinburgh
June 24 – The Islington

 

London

Solwave’s End of the Beginning

Solwave
The End of the Beginning
Self-Released
1 April 2014

This is Just The Beginning of
The End of the Beginning

for San Francisco’s Solwave

I love the soul feeling I get from the first notes, it instantly puts me in the right mood. I love the lyrics and voice quality of Joe Collins’ voice. It reminds me a bit of the 50s when he spreads his vowels out more and goes into his higher register. The instrumentals aren’t lacking either. The percussion is to die for and the bass has a great feel to it. Every part is solid and works together like a well oiled soul train. I’m definitely going to be listening to this group more often.

-April B.
Check out one of their music videos here from their solwaveband YouTube Channel:

Ep. 50: I Don’t Want to Give it Away, ComicPop Library

 

Ep. 50: I Don’t Want to Give it Away, ComicPop Library

Matt and April take center stage this episode.  We discuss the movie World War Z, directed by Marc Forster and then the album I Got A Boy by K-Pop group Girls Generation.

We have another fun time so be sure to join us by listening above, at www.comicpoplibrary.com, or wait until later today and it will be up on our iTunes feed.

Remember if you have a novel, graphic novel, movie/television series or an indie band you want us to check out let us know and we will put it in our review rotation list.  Also if you have a question or comment send us an e-mail at admin@comicpoplibrary.com and we will read it during a recording.  Thank you again for everyone that listens and supports us, we are steadily growing thanks to you.  So keep spreading the word about ComicPop Library to everyone you think might enjoy the show.

What we reviewed in this Episode are:

1. World War Z (Blu-ray/DVD combo) , Marc Forster, Paramount, 2013.  ASIN: B005LAIIN0, $39.99.

2. I Got A Boy, Girls Generation, SM Entertainment, 2013.  ASIN: B00ARAX2K8, $28.47.

Music clips used in this episode:

1. “Philadelphia”, Marco Beltrami, World War Z Soundtrack.

2. “Romantic Street”, Girls Generation, I Got A Boy.

3. “Look At Me”, Girls Generation, I Got a Boy.

Links:

http://strangefruituk.com/ – Strangefruit’s Website

https://www.facebook.com/strangefruituk – Strangefruit’s Facebook Page

http://younglyonsmusic.com/ – Young Lyons Webpage

https://www.facebook.com/younglyonsmusic – Young Lyons’ Facebook Page

http://www.dcpl.info/?cat=19 – Dodge City Public Library Podcast Page

https://www.facebook.com/pages/ComicPop-Library/135675669828474?ref=ts&fref=ts – ComicPop Library Facebook page.

 

 

Ep. 12 MiniPop: MANICANPARTY Self Titled EP

 

Ep. 12: MiniPop: MANICANPARTY Self Titled EP

Join us this time around as the crew discusses the Bronx based, tribal pop,  MANICANPARTY’s self titled EP.

For another fun time listen above, at www.comicpoplibrary.com, or wait until later today and it will be up on our iTunes feed.

Remember if you have a novel, graphic novel, movie/television series or an indie band you want us to check out let us know by e-mailing us at admin@comicpoplibrary.com and we will put it in our review rotation list.  Also if you have a question or comment send us an e-mail at admin@comicpoplibrary.com and we will read it during a recording.  Thank you again for everyone that listens and supports us, we are steadily growing thanks to you.  So keep spreading the word about ComicPop Library to everyone you think might enjoy the show.

http://manicanparty.com/ – MANICANPARTY’s Website

https://www.facebook.com/Manicanparty – MANICANPARTY’s Facebook Page

http://themusebox.net/ – The Muse Box Website

https://www.facebook.com/musebox?ref=br_tf – The Muse Box Facebook Page

https://www.facebook.com/pages/ComicPop-Library/135675669828474?fref=ts – ComicPop Library’s Facebook Page

Ep. 49: The Snack that Smiles Back, ComicPop Library

 

Ep 49: The Snack That Smiles Back, ComicPop Library

In this episode we review and discuss the graphic novel The Manhattan Projects, Volume 1 by Jonathan Hickman and Nick Pitarra and then the novel World War Z by Max Brooks.

We have another fun time so be sure to join us by listening above, at www.comicpoplibrary.com, or wait until later today and it will be up on our iTunes feed.

Remember if you have a novel, graphic novel, movie/television series or an indie band you want us to check out let us know and we will put it in our review rotation list.  Also if you have a question or comment send us an e-mail at admin@comicpoplibrary.com and we will read it during a recording.  Thank you again for everyone that listens and supports us, we are steadily growing thanks to you.  So keep spreading the word about ComicPop Library to everyone you think might enjoy the show.

What we reviewed in this Episode are:

1. The Manhattan Projects, Jonathan Hickman and Nick Pitarra, Image Comics, 2012.  ISBN: 978-1600766088, $14.99.

2. World War Z: An Oral History of the Zombie War, Max Brooks, Three Rivers Press, 2006.  ISBN: 978-0307346612, $14.95.

Music clips used in this episode:

1. “Train of Thought”, Andrew Lubman.

2. “Safety Dance”, Man Without Hats.

3. “Philadelphia”, Marco Beltrami, World War Z Soundtrack.

Links:

http://www.musicalley.com/ – Music Alley Website

http://www.musicalley.com/music/listeners/artistdetails.php?BandHash=a0b7f6596422c80c407910fbc5f717e7 – Andrew Lubman “Train of Thought” at MusicAlley.com

http://metropolisamerica.com/ – Metropolis America’s Website

https://www.facebook.com/MetropolisAmerica – Metropolis America’s Facebook Page

http://www.phoenix-ash.com/ – Phoenix Ash’s Website

https://www.facebook.com/phoenixashmusic – Phoenix Ash’s Facebook Page

http://www.dcpl.info/?cat=19 – Dodge City Public Library Podcast Page

https://www.facebook.com/pages/ComicPop-Library/135675669828474?ref=ts&fref=ts – ComicPop Library Facebook page.

Rachael Sage New Single

Rachael Sage Rolling Out New Single & EP
Newly Confirmed Tour and Festival Dates for the Spring  
Including SXSW

LISTEN TO EP TITLE TRACK “NEW DESTINATION”
Featured on American Songwriter
Title track “New Destination” drew inspiration from Carole King’s Broadway musical, “Beautiful.” After Sage left the show with an ‘I Feel The Earth Move’ feeling, she was determined to write an upbeat groove-tune on the piano with a classic, pop hook.
“One part Elton John, one part Kate Bush” (UNCUT), Sage has had an illustrious career as an independent artist, praised by the likes of The Wall Street Journal, New York Times and MOJO. Sage has shared the stage with Eric Burdon, Ani DiFranco, Marc Cohn, Sarah McLachlan, Judy Collins and Elizabeth McGovern (Downton Abbey). Her songs have appeared on MTV, HBO, the “Fame” soundtrack, and the current season of Lifetime’s #1 reality series, “Dance Moms.” Sage has made a name for herself as one of the most active touring artists in indie music with her dynamic piano playing, delicate guitar work and soulful vocals. Billboard has said “her keen ironic sense of humor and quirky sense of the profound is what makes her special as a songwriter“ and RollingStone.com called her a “genuine talent.”
The beginning of Rachael’s song “New Destination” reminded me of something Sara Bareilles might put out and made me interested in what was coming next. Unfortunately I was a little disappointed in the song as a whole. Her voice seemed strangely soft and didn’t have any conviction to it-it didn’t sound like she believed whole heartedly in what she was singing. Her chorus was also anticlimactic to me and fell short.

-April B.
If you like what you heard, with “New Destination”, look for her upcoming EP or find her on iTunes.  Also you can see her live on stage at the following tour sites.
Tour Dates:
03/12 – Austin, TX / SXSW – MusicGorilla Showcase @ Burnside’s Tavern – 3:00PM
03/14 – Austin, TX / SXSW – Invasion Of The GoGirls @ Austin Java – 11:30AM
03/14 – Austin, TX / SXSW – The Alex & Ani Stage @ Bourbon Girl – 3:00PM
03/15 – Austin, TX – MPressFest SXSW 2014 Official Day Party @ Soho Lounge – 12:00PM
03/18 – Albuquerque, NM  – Cherry Hill Library – 12:00PM
03/18 – Albuquerque, NM – The Cooperage – 7:30PM
03/19 – Albuquerque, NM – Taylor Ranch Library – 12:00PM
03/20 – Bisbee, AZ – Café Roka Starlite Lounge – 7:00PM
03/21 – Scottsdale, AZ – The Western – 7:30PM
03/22 – Redondo Beach, CA – Studio 519 House Concert – 8:00PM
03/23 – Altadena, CA – Coffee Gallery Backstage – 7:00PM
03/25 – San Francisco, CA – Hotel Utah – 8:00PM
03/28 – Los Angeles, CA – “Secret Songs” at MorYork Gallery – 7:00PM
04/04 – St. Petersburg, FL – Hideaway Café – 8:00PM
04/05 – Safety Harbor, FL – Safety Harbor Singer-Songwriter Festival – 12:00PM
04/25 – Binghamton, NY – Cyber Café West – 9:00PM
05/02 – Washington, DC – The Corner Store – 8:00PM
05/08 – New York, NY – SubCulture – 7:30PM
05/13 – Hamden, CT – The Ballroom At The Outer Space – 8:00PM
05/31 – West Hartford, CT – HartFolk Festival – 7:30PM
06/13 – Indianapolis, IN – Second Stage @ Irving Theater – 8:00PM
06/20 – Clive, IA – The GrapeVine – 7:00PM
 
More on Rachael Sage & The Sequins:
 

Hawker M. James Releases New Single every Full Moon

HAWKER M. JAMES (EX-LONGWAVE) TO RELEASE NEW SINGLE EVERY FULL MOON

VALENTINE’S DAY RELEASE ENTITLED

“I NEED YOUR LOVE!” OUT NOW!

 FULL LENGTH RELEASE BY END-OF-YEAR ENTITLED “PHASES”

Last Friday, Hawker M. James released a brand new single entitled “I Need Your Love!“, co-written with former Longwave bandmate Steve Schiltz. A new single will be released on the full moon of each month and this will be the second of 12 tracks to be placed on a full length album entitled Phases to be released by Ardent Music at the end of the year.

On last month’s full moon, Hawker M. James (formerly Mike James/Mikey Jukebox, mastermind behind Admirers and The Mercies, one-time Longwave drummer), a prolific singer/songwriter known in part for his DIY production ethic, released “These Hands Are Made Of Fire a pure indie rock track with just a hint of Manic Street Preachers and Guided By Voices.

I love Hawker M. James smooth sound that they mix with stinging rock, if that even makes sense. They keep me interested throughout the whole song without anything grating on my ears. I am reminded of Jake Bugg and Jack White when I listen to them–two artists I extremely enjoy listening to. Hawker M. James has a great future ahead of them and will always find a spot on my playlist.

-April B.

Melanie Martinez’ Debut Single Dollhouse

DARK POP BREAKOUT STAR
MELANIE MARTINEZ
RELEASES VIDEO
 “Dollhouse” on iTunes
Melanie Martinez is a remarkable 18-year-old artist from Long Island, New York – a stunning and provocative singer, songwriter and visual presence.  Her incredibly unique and arresting performances on The Voice (Fall 2012) brought her to #5 in the competition, yielded two Top Five songs on iTunes (“Seven Nation Army” and “Too Close cover), and earned her 92,000 Twitter followers and over 100,000 fans on Facebook. Her memorable audition/performance of Britney Spears’ “Toxic” has now garnered over six million views on YouTube. US Magazine says, “Melanie Martinez might be the NBC show’s first real breakout star.“

I love Melanie’s single “Dollhouse”! I was already interested in the song when I heard the title and when I listened to it I was completely won over.  I was a little apprehensive when the song first started but once it picked up steam it had me. The music video is amazing and I love the striking imagery she uses with the dollhouse. I’ve always had a love for darker songs and this is definitely a dark song. If the song doesn’t have any meaning behind it I’m usually not a big fan.

-April B.

Ep 11 MiniPop: Goodbye Motel’s EP People

 

Ep. 11: GoodbyeMotel’s EP People
During this episode April leads the ComicPop Crew in a discussion on the EP People by the band Goodbyemotel.  Thanks to Karla McDonald, of the Muse Box, for assisting us with the EP.

Join us for another fun time by listening above, at www.comicpoplibrary.com, or wait until later today and it will be up on our iTunes feed.

Remember if you have a novel, graphic novel, movie/television series or an indie band you want us to check out let us know by e-mailing us at admin@comicpoplibrary.com and we will put it in our review rotation list.  Also if you have a question or comment send us an e-mail at admin@comicpoplibrary.com and we will read it during a recording.  Thank you again for everyone that listens and supports us, we are steadily growing thanks to you.  So keep spreading the word about ComicPop Library to everyone you think might enjoy the show.

 

http://goodbyemotel.com/ – Goodbyemotel’s website

https://www.facebook.com/goodbyemotel – Goodbyemotel’s Facebook page

http://themusebox.net/ – The Muse Box Website

https://www.facebook.com/musebox?ref=br_tf – The Muse Box Facebook Page

https://www.facebook.com/pages/ComicPop-Library/135675669828474?fref=ts – ComicPop Library’s Facebook Page

Small Break Yesterday

Had a break yesterday.  April had her music contest to see where she was at in her music pieces this year and from here she advances to Regional and if she gets “1’s” there she will move on to State.