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You've probably heard Adele's "Hometown Glory" somewhere before. I feel like it's fairly ubiquitous, although maybe I just made that up or maybe, and this seems even more likely, I just wanted to use that word because it is wonderful. In any case. The song is quite great too. If you're one of those types who doesn't know it or someone who has neglected to add it to their music collection, here's your chance.

Set Free Your Only Son

They featured a rather wonderful song on Bones last week. Generally the show could do with a better music supervisor - to be honest there have been quite a few blunders - but every once in a while they pick something pretty fabulous and Katie Gray's "Set Free" is one of those instances. The song seems like pretty standard singer/songwriter indie fare, but you'll notice pretty quickly that it's infused with some traditional indian musical elements (listen to the back-up vocals. awesome.) Anyway. I really like the tune, you should definitely check it out. You can get it here.

Now that we're on the topic of fabulous music. I heard Jeff Hanson for the first time the other day and I was very pleasantly surprised. It's a little strange because he sounds so much like a woman when he's singing. But then again, the music is great, so I think we can safely forget about that little quirk. You can check him out here. I particularly liked "Your Only Son" btw, so be sure to give that a listen. Hope you like it!

Re: Jenny Lewis

In publishing that last post it occurred to me that I have made a rather egregious error in neglecting to mention Jenny Lewis' collaboration with the Watson Twins until just now. I really, really, really enjoyed that album (Rabbit Fur Coat). The intro, which sadly I can't find on the internet right now, is fabulous. There are, however, two songs available for you to enjoy right here. If you haven't heard either "Rise Up With Fists!" or "Melt Your Heart" you should definitely check it out.

More Starfucker

I already posted about Starfucker once, but I noticed that there's another song by them that you can get for free on the interwebs. This one's called "Pop Song". Get it here.

There was a bunch more stuff that I meant to post about, but I did end up getting a wee bit sidetracked. So I'll probably forget about most of that stuff. No worries though, I'm sure there'll be other stuff coming your way.

Actually I just remembered that I found something off of Jenny Lewis' new album, which will interest you if you know/like Rilo Kiley or Jenny Lewis' previous collaboration with the Watson Twins. In any case, the song is "Acid Tongue" and it's off the eponymous album, her sophomore solo effort. You can listen and download here.

Spoon

As you've probably noticed I haven't updated in a pretty unbelievably long while. I do have some songs to write about, but I want to finalize the list first. In the meantime I have another tune by Spoon that I need to tell you about. I watched Stranger Than Fiction, which was better than I was expecting it to be, and anyway, they used a good number of Spoon songs throughout the film, but this particular one called "The Book I Write" was playing during the end credits. Let me tell you it's a short little thing, but it's very good. Definitely a cheery little number. Listen and download here if you feel like a happy tune. Also. This song comes courtesy of my fabulous googling skills. I hope you're thankful.

Plus 1

I have to add another song. I skipped it earlier, but I'm re-listening just now and I've decided to share it after all. It's "Turn You Inside Out" by Jimmy Edgar. It's definitely a house track. Listen and download here.

Ok I had a mini freak-out when I tagged the post a few seconds ago because it turns out I've posted about Jimmy Edgar before. No repeat post though. Phew. Last time the song was "I Wanna Be Your STD". Heh. Still cracks me up. Anyway, "Turn You Inside Out" is better than that last one. So go listen.

New Propaganda

I finally have a bit of time to update a little on here. We had my sister's wedding a little while ago and then I was in Munich on vacation and we're still rushing from place to place with the new in-laws. But I'm finally spending my first day at home in a while and got to checking out the new recommendations over at betterPropaganda and boy is it a treasure trove this time around. I already found a whole selection of things that I adore. Have a listen for yourselves.

There's a new Cassettes Won't Listen track called "Freeze and Explode". If you've listened to the other songs by the band I've written about you'll know what they sound like. Otherwise, personally I think the music quite resembles The Postal Service, so it's sort of rock infused with some electronic stuff. See what you think.

The second song I discovered is called "Rawnald Gregory Erickson the Second" by Starfucker. Now, if you know me at all, it'll come as no surprise that I get quite the kick out of the band's name. But I'm glad to report that not only the name of both the band and the song rock, but the sound does to. I especially dig the intro. Listen and download here. Also, I saw that there are two songs listed for download but I haven't had a chance to check out the second one. Feel free to report back if it's any good or perhaps, if it blows.

This next one's a little more house/electronica. The song in question is "Sleepyhead" by Passion Pit. It's a very fun ditty. Get it here.

Now Music Go Music is definitely not for everyone. "Light of Love" is kind of a cheese fest I reckon. The music is actually a fair bit like Abba, so if you're in the mood for an updated and fresh interpretation of 70s pop, have a listen. Beware though, this stuff is way catchy.

I forget whether I've posted about Lambchop before, but I reckon not. Anyway. The band makes very mellow rock or I guess indie music. It's a little like Iron & Wine but different enough to make it worth a listen. Lambchop is available here. I particularly recommend "Slipped Dissolved Loosed".

Ok there are many, many more songs. But I think this will do for now. I'm tired of typing. Hah. Hopefully there will be more posts soon. I have a bit more travelling around Switzerland to do first though. Till then!