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Maudlin Strangers’ Remix of Bass Science’s Overdose

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MAUDLIN STRANGERS
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LISTEN @ EARMILK
DEBUT EP COMING SUMMER 2014
 
Maudlin Strangers is the Los Angeles based solo project of Jake Hays, a multi instrumentalist/vocalist, who tracked, engineered, and produced his forthcoming Overdose EP all from his bedroom in Agoura Hills, CA. He creates haunting musical soundscapes you’ll never forget.
 
Maudlin Strangers’ highly anticipated debut EP will be out later this summer.

I was a little on the fence about Maudlin Strangers’ remix of “Overdose” but was soon run over. As soon as the lyrics came in with the slow, heavy bass I fell in love. The creativity and skills it takes to do a remix (a good one at that) is underappreciated. They give this song a breath of fresh air. I actually started looking for more of their music after listening to this. The lighter sounds on top of the bass gave it all more depth and made sure the listener never got bored. My only critique is the very beginning before the lyrics started; it doesn’t fit the song at all and sounds weird.

-April B.

Check them out above at Earmilk or listen below and thanks again to Black Panda PR for letting us know about Maudlin Strangers:

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Pyramid Scheme’s Remix of Future’s “Move that Dope”

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A monumental year for Electronic Dance Music (EDM), 2013 saw artists like Martin Garrix and Disclosure zoom up the charts, and reclusive robots, Daft Punk, take home five Grammys for Random Access Memories.  But, this is a new year.

Enter Sterling Pike and Adam LaRossa.

Pike and LaRossa are the friends and Atlanta natives behind Pyramid Scheme, the electronic dance duo that is anything but a scam. Evidenced by tracks like Gotcha and Vladimir Putin, Pyramid Scheme creates an impressively high-energy, Big Room House sound that leaves listeners wanting much, much more.  With a forthcoming EP, a soon-to-be-released remix of Future’s Move That Dope and loads of talent, the dynamic duo is setting itself up to take over the club scene.

I’m kind of lukewarm when it comes to Pyramid Scheme. I wasn’t very impressed with their remix of Future’s “Move That Dope”. There was never a hook or beat I could get into and start moving to. The lyrics didn’t compliment the music either and everything felt too detached. Instead of the music working together and making the end result even better the music felt separated and edgy. Nothing went well together and seemed a little forced at times. There were a couple spots that I liked but overall I wouldn’t come back to this remix. They’ve got a lot of potential; they need to work on what they want their sound to be and make sure it all works well together.

-April B.

 

One thing I will mention that April didn’t is that the instrumentals.  If you just listen to the instruments, I do like the rhythm and beat.  I’d like to hear something else by them to compare later. – Richard

Be sure to check it out you might like what you hear and a thank you to BlackPanda PR for letting us know about them.

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Shane Gamble a Country Singer to Watch

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Shane Gamble knows what he’s doing, even his name is awesome. Gamble is probably one of the coolest last names I’ve heard and it definitely sticks in your head. “Beautiful Work” is a pure country song that isn’t annoying. He’s got just the right amount of twang in his voice without sounding really bright and annoying. The song itself immediately gives off a good vibe from the start, it has a good beat and build up to the chorus. The hook is great and his lyrics tell a clear story that I can understand. I love this song, especially during the breakdown towards the end of the song. I’m looking forward to seeing what else he’ll come out with and I’m almost positive any country fan will too.

-April B.

 

Tour Dates:

Thursday, June 5 – CMA Fest / The “Highway” Stage – Nashville, TN – 7:30PM
Friday, June 13 – Taste of Reston – Reston, VA – 4:30PM
Friday, June 27 – Friday Night Live – Herdon, VA – 6PM
Saturday, June 28 – Knob Hall Country Music Festival – Clear Spring, MD – 4PM

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Ep. 1 ComicPop Rockin’ in the Dirt: Rachael Sage’s New Destination EP

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Ep. 1 ComicPop Rockin’ In The Dirt: Rachael Sage’s New Destination EP

Join the ComicPop Crew as we discuss and review Rachael Sage’s latest EP, New Destination.  Thanks to Black Panda PR for supporting ComicPop Library.  Be sure to check out Rachael’s site for additional music.

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) New Destination EP, Rachael Sage, Black Panda Pr, 2014.

Music clips used in this episode:

1) “New Destination”, New Destination EP, Rachael Sage, Black Panda PR, 2014.

2) “Wax”, New Destination EP, Rachael Sage, Black Panda PR, 2014.

Links:

http://rachaelsage.com/home – Rachael Sage’s website.

https://www.facebook.com/rachaelsagepage – Rachael Sage’s Facebook page.

http://www.blackpandapr.com/ – Black Panda PR’s website.

https://www.facebook.com/Blackpandapr – Black Panda PR’s Facebook page.

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

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Greatest Party on Stage Tour

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Fighting for Their Right: Down With Webster Offer “Greatest Party on Stage” with Spring Tour
Labeled “the second coming of the Beastie Boys,” Toronto heroes embark on “Party for Your Life” tour across U.S.
The MuseBox today announced that Toronto’s Down With Webster have added additional dates to their “Party For Your Life” tour. The six-piece, whose sound has been described as “hip-hop with a hint of electro-alternative,” will embark on a wide-ranging tour of the United States in May and June.

5/13/14 – Boston, MA – Brighton Music Hall 
5/15/14 – Philadelphia, PA – Underground Arts 
5/16/14 – Washington, DC – U Street Music Hall 
5/17/14 – Toronto, Canada – Tattoo  
5/18/14 – Cleveland, OH – The Grog Shop 
5/20/14 – Chicago, IL – Reggies Rock Club 
5/21/14 – Minneapolis, MN – Fine Line 
5/22/14 – Kansas City, MO – CZAR Bar 
5/23/14 – Denver, CO – Bluebird Theatre 
5/25/14 – Boise, ID – Revolution Event Center 
5/26/14 – Portland, OR – Hawthorne Theater 
5/27/14 – Seattle, WA – Crocodile Café 
5/29/14 – San Francisco, CA – Slims 
5/30/14 – Los Angeles, CA – Roxy 
5/31/14 – Phoenix, AZ – Joe’s Grotto 
6/1/14 – Albuquerque, NM – Warehouse 508 
6/5/14 – St. Louis, MO – Ready Room 
6/6/14 – Detroit, MI – The Shelter 
6/7/14 – New York, NY – Bowery Ballroom 
6/8/14 – New York, NY – Bowery Ballroom


For more information on Down With Webster, visit the band’s social media:


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Scarlett Rabe takes MTVU Rotation!

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With Fans On Her Side, Scarlett Rabe’s “Battle Cry” Video Wins Fight for Rotation on mtvU  
According to mtvU.com, fans helped “Battle Cry” to an “impressive victory” on last week’s round of The Freshmen
The MuseBox today announced that Scarlett Rabe’s“Battle Cry” was overwhelmingly selected by fans as their favorite video during last week’s round of mtvU’s The Freshmen, putting the video into regular rotation on mtvU, MTV’s award-winning college channel. Scarlett, the songwriter known for her “haunting riffs and empowering words” (Marie Claire), will receive maximum exposure this week, as mtvU reaches nearly 9 million U.S. college students. It is the largest, most comprehensive television network just for college students. Scarlett, forbidden as a child from participating in popular culture, but now with well over one million Facebook fans, has earned comparisons to Florence and the Machine and Feist. “Battle Cry” is the first single off Scarlett’s new record, Scarlett, which is available in her online store.
Be sure to check out our MiniPop where April and the crew discuss Scarlett’s EP at the following link: http://comicpoplibrary.com/news/ep-14-minipop-indie-rocker-scarlett-rabes-battle-cry-ep/
Here is Scarlett’s music video for “Battle Cry” for your listening and viewing pleasure.  Congratulations Scarlett!

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Boy Epic is Hitting It

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Boy Epic’s ‘Paralyzed’ is the perfect example for less is more. The flowing, softer instrumental’s lets the listener actually hear the lyrics. The slower tempo also allows us to understand the lyrics. I love the new idea of how love feels, everyone’s heard tons of love songs and sometimes they can all start to blend together. ‘Paralyzed’ sticks out because of the ballad feel of it mixed with creative lyrics. The video went very well with the song, it complemented it in all the right ways. I’ve talked about how I hate videos that are just words but there is a difference between those videos and Boy Epic’s. Instead of forcing the listener to also read multiple slides he is keeping their interest by slowly unveiling what the picture and word is. It keeps the listener engaged and they’re less likely to exit out of the video. I also really enjoy Boy Epic’s unique sense of style and how he is photographed. Prince reboot, anyone?
-April B.

Thanks to the Karla of the Muse Box for alerting us about Boy Epic.  Check out the video that April mentioned below from Boy Epic’s YouTube channel “boyepicmusic”:

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Rayko and Lolita Dark in American Gothique Magazine

Dear all my friends, your support got my band Lolita Dark, a 12 page documentary interview on "American Gothique Magazine", issue 33 out on June 1st!!! An amazing opportunity to connect with friends and readers throughout the world!!! Special Thanks to Clayton Brown and Logan Guinn, and to all of your for your continual support!!! We are very excited! Patrick Cabrera

To all of our listeners, be sure to pick up the June 1st issue of American Gothique Magazine.  Our friends Rayko and Lolita Dark at featured in a 12 page interview.  Exciting times for them, congratulations !

Dear all my friends, your support got my band Lolita Dark, a 12 page documentary interview on “American Gothique Magazine”, issue 33 out on June 1st!!! An amazing opportunity to connect with friends and readers throughout the world!!!
Special Thanks to Clayton Brown and Logan Guinn, and to all of your for your continual support!!! We are very excited!
Patrick Cabrera

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Siren’s “I Think I like You” Debut Single

ELECTRO POP DUO
REACH #1 ON HYPE MACHINE POPULAR CHARTS
WITH DEBUT SINGLE
 
OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO FOR BUZZED ABOUT SINGLE
Based in Los Angeles, CA, SIREN is an emerging female duo featuring longtime friends, Kat Ostenberg and Skyler Stonestreet. Blending a pop sound with elements of hip hop, and evocative lyrics that reveal a unique perspective, SIREN will entice you into their world. “I Think I Like You” produced by Mike Del Rio is pop gold.
‘I Think I like You’ is a mixed review for me. I loved the sharper instrumentals contrasting with the smoother tone of the vocals. It has a definite new age feel to it which I personally enjoy. My only complaint are the lyrics themselves. The lyrics are too simplistic, music should be deeper than just telling someone it’s complicated. There are so many more poetic ways to get that message across than just saying it outright. I know some people don’t like that much poetry-including me- but songs beg for it. It’s one of the few forms of poetry I like. If Siren could dig a little deeper with their future songs and really leave all of themselves on the score sheet they would be unstoppable.
– April B.
Here is their music video release of “I Think I Like You” from Siren’s “Siren Songs” channel on YouTube, check it out:


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