I’m usually not a fan of remixes but Dekoder’s remix of Haley Pharo’s single “Sorry For Not Being Sorry” is really good. Check it out through SoundCloud below, I think it will make your head bob to the music – Richard:
Immigrant Union’s Latest Music Video and Tour Dates
Here is Immigrant Union’s latest music video “Alison” that is provide through their YouTube channel and a listing of their fall tour dates. Also don’t forget we did a recent podcast on their album Anyway. You can listen to the podcast at this link: http://comicpoplibrary.com/news/ep-15-comicpop-rockin-in-the-dirt-with-immigrant-union/
Immigrant Union Fall 2014 U.S. Tour
| OCTOBER 08 Wed Boston, MA – TT The Bear’s Place 09 Thu Danbury, CT – Heirloom Arts Theatre 10 Fri New York, NY – Pianos 11 Sat Philadelphia, PA – Ortlieb’s Lounge 12 Sun Long Branch, NJ – Brighton Music Bar 16 Thu Detroit, MI – PJ’s Lager House 17 Fri Chicago, IL – Township 18 Sat Terre Haute, IN – Verve 19 Sun Cincinnati, OH – MOTR |
Oct 21-25 New York, NY – CMJ Music Festival 26 Sun Los Angeles, CA – Overpass 28 Tue Los Angeles, CA – Dirty Laundry 29 Wed Las Vegas, NV – Bunkhouse 31 Fri San Francisco, CA – Slim’s Shelby Ash NOVEMBER |
MOXXI’s “From Here to Oblivion”
I honestly don’t know what to say about Moxxi but I’m gonna try anyways. First off the intro was cool but too muddled, if it was the exact same intro but cleaner I would’ve gotten into the song a lot more. I was taken by surprise when Moxxi started singing. I wasn’t expecting to hear some lyrics from another song in this one or the pop feel. But I can say that the familiarity of the lyrics from a different song helped me get into the song and the chorus was also very nice. It’s got a strong driving tempo and doesn’t slow down. The only part it really lost me was the brief time when it was slowed down and the very end. The end felt kindle jangly and it didn’t fit right. For the most part, however, I did enjoy Moxxi and I think any pop/retro fans will as well.
-April B.
Sadly the link to the “From Here to Oblivion” audio and YouTube video are private and we can’t share that with you.
Harris Hawk Hits the Streets with “Make the Fonz Bleed”
Holy rock, this is my type of band. From the intro I was immediately into the song and really liked the raw almost jagged sound to the music. I did get a little lost in the middle of the song though, because the instrumentals overpowered the vocals too much. Rock music needs strong vocals to sit on top of it and emote even more. The only time a softer voice works in rock is if the voice is distinctively separated from the music but it wasn’t in this case. If the vocalist gets stronger and can be heard better I would love this group. They’ve got the foundation of a good rock band, if they just tweaked a couple things they would be there.
-April B.
Check out “Make the Fonz Bleed” by Harris Hawk through SoundCloud below:
Ep 15 ComicPop Rockin’ in the Dirt with Immigrant Union
Ep 15 ComicPop Rockin’ in the Dirt with Immigrant Union
This time around April, Luis, and Richard review and discuss Immigrant Union’s new ’60-’70’s influenced album Anyway. A huge thank you to Katie Trimble of the The MuseBox for allowing us to review their album and don’t forget that the album comes out on September 23. Since we recorded the review Immigrant Union’s website has become active so be sure to check it out, the link is below.
Join us for another fun episode 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:
1) Anyway, Immigrant Union, 2014.
Music clips used in this episode:
1) “War is Peace”, Anyway, Immigrant Union, 2014.
2) “I Can’t Return”, Anyway, Immigrant Union, 2014.
Links:
http://www.immigrantunion.com/ – Immigrant Union’s Website.
https://www.facebook.com/ImmigrantUnion – Immigrant Union’s FaceBook Page.
http://themusebox.net/ – The Muse Box’s Website.
https://www.facebook.com/musebox?ref=br_tf – The Muse Box’s Facebook Page.
http://joshuadavidbellin.com/ – Joshua David Bellin’s Website.
https://www.facebook.com/joshuadavidbellin – Joshua David Bellin’s Facebook page.
https://www.facebook.com/pages/ComicPop-Library/135675669828474?fref=ts – ComicPop Library’s Facebook Page
Trak Joy’s New Single “Skin”
Let me just say that ‘Skin’ is a really good title for a song. It’s short and interests people, the song itself is lacking though. I liked the intro of the song but it got a little too trippy for me. I didn’t really enjoy how high the vocals were and the voice doesn’t work with the wispy treatment. It sounds like I’ve taken a bad hit of acid and I’m going on a warped trip. The music also seemed a little lost in itself. There was so much going on and not enough that complemented each other. If Trak Joy would bring down the vocals and focus the music they’ll be great.
-April B.
Just because April doesn’t like the trippy sound doesn’t mean that others won’t. Give it a listen. It might be right up your alley. So check out “Skin” through SoundCloud, below:
People the Kangaroo “Let Go”
I’ll be honest, I was skeptical of this group from the very beginning just from their name. A group’s name is very important, you want it to be unique but still attract people and I’m afraid this group name would deter me. Getting to the music my reason for being skeptical was justified. The intro was interesting and I enjoyed the mix of percussion and electro but the vocals were lacking. I didn’t like the smoother flow of the lyrics because the music is already connected, I really wanted the vocals to be harsher and more defined. The instrumental interlude was really cool and I could listen to it all day, the vocals also got a little better when the song picked up the pace but I still wasn’t too fond of it. I honestly would love it if they created this song purely for the instrumental music and I never say that.
-April B.
Be sure to listen to People the Kangaroo’s single “Let Go” from SoundCloud:
“Just Let Me Know” Single from Cabana Kids
The Cabana Kids. Where do I start? I just can’t tell if I like this group or not. The instrumentals are beautiful and Give me an earthy, boho feeling. The vocals on the other hand sound a little flat in comparison, instead of floating on top of the music I thought the vocals were pulling it down at times. The lyrics are there and I can tell the vocalists have talent, I think the biggest problem is whatever treatment they’re using in their voices to get the particular sound you’ll hear. If they can fix that part they’ll have a group that’s 100x better, and they’re already good so can you imagine how great they’ll sound? I can, and it’s pretty sweet.
-April B.
Check out “Just Let Me Know” through SoundCloud below:
Ep 27 ComicPop Visits with Simon (Tam) Young, Founder and Bass Player of The Slants
Ep 27 ComicPop Visits with Simon (Tam) Young, Founder and Bass Player, of The Slants
In this episode the ComicPop Crew visit with Simon (Tam) Young, the founder and bass player of the first all Asian Dance Rock Band, The Slants. April and Luis were able to meet Simon and the rest of the band at Anime Festival Wichita this year, where The Slants were featured artists and played the Festival’s concert. We want to thank Simon for taking the time to visit with April and both of them coordinating this visit. Enjoy!
Join us for another fun episode 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.
Music clips used in this episode:
1) “Misery”, The Yellow Album, The Slants, The Slants, 2012.
2) “Let the Right One In”, The Yellow Album, The Slants, The Slants, 2012.
3) “Yellow”, The Yellow Album, The Slants, The Slants, 2012.
Links:
http://www.theslants.com/ – The Slants’ Website
https://www.facebook.com/theslants – The Slant’s Facebook Page
https://www.facebook.com/pages/ComicPop-Library/135675669828474?ref=ts&fref=ts – ComicPop Library’s Facebook Page.
The Slants and Trademarking Their Band Name
Something a little extra about The Slants that didn’t come out in our visit with Simon. The visit will be posted next, but Simon’s attempts to get The Slants name trademark have been stymied by the government. Watch the video below, from “The Slants” YouTube channel, to get a little extra information set to their song “Let the Right One In”: