March 22, 2009

The Idle Rich

I had a lot of time to think on the drive back from SXSW, and amongst other things, I realized that there are better ways to spend my time than The Idle Rich. I had a lot of fun with this blog since I started it back in January, and I appreciate you guys reading it. If you ever need something new to listen to, give me a call and I'll try my best to help you out.

As cliche as it sounds, remember to focus your time and energy on the things that truly matter in life, especially your relationships with friends and family. They'll be around longer than any blog or band.

And finally, make sure your life has a soundtrack. As Nietzsche once said, "Without music, life would be a mistake". Here is one last song, one of my favorites:

March 10, 2009

Stressed Out

School and life is stressful. This is going to be my only update this week. Here are three songs that remind me of Texas. Enjoy them!



If you can't tell, I've been on a huge Numero Group kick lately.

Buy here, here, and here.

March 8, 2009

Downriver Revival

Local Customs: Downriver Revival is the newest Numero Group release, and it's a perfect soundtrack for a lazy Sunday morning. Here are two of my favorite songs from this amazing and thorough compilation:


March 6, 2009

The Strangers

The Strangers- St. Vincent (Direct link courtesy of 4AD)


Here is the mysterious and foreboding first song off of St. Vincent's new album, Actor, which will be released on May 5.

March 4, 2009

SXSW!

I am so freaking excited for SXSW! I found my anthem for the week (thanks to Craig). Here it is:



Buy it here. Let me know if you're going to SXSW too!

February 25, 2009

Wednesday Morning

Urban Serenade- Avril



Buy here and here.

February 24, 2009

Yeah Yeah Yeah

I thought it would be appropriate to continue the theme of my last few posts (Yeah Yeah Yeahs) and give you guys this awesome slow version of The Flaming Lips' "Yeah Yeah Yeah Song".  Here you go:


February 19, 2009

Thursday Morning Guilty Pleasures

Tension & Thrill- Sleeping At Last



Buy here and here.

February 18, 2009

Terry Lynn

Terry Lynn is the next M.I.A.




Buy her newest album, Kingstonlogic 2.0!

February 16, 2009

Fanfarlo

Fanfarlo is a London-based band whose debut album Reservoir will be released this spring.  They sound like Beirut and Sufjan Songs covering Arcade Fire.  Needless to say, the album is awesome.  Here are two of my favorite songs from Reservoir:




Fanfarlo are playing SXSW this year! Try to see them if you get a chance.

February 13, 2009

Mark's Hip-Hop Mix

Mark's Hip-Hop Mix


Here is a variety of hip-hop songs I've been listening to lately.

And as always, please support the artists!

Indian Giver

Indian Giver- 1910 Fruitgum Company



Buy here and here.

February 11, 2009

I Was a King

After reading tons of good press about I Was a King, I finally listened to their new self-titled album.  The hype is definitely warranted.  Here are a couple of songs from the album (direct links courtesy of Stereogum):




The album will be released in April.  Be sure to grab a copy!

Wednesday Morning

Boute- Au



Buy here and here.

February 10, 2009

Tuesday Morning

Black Jerusalem- Teeth Mountain


February 9, 2009

Brimstone Howl

Craig told me about Omaha's Brimstone Howl after I asserted that Coppell breeds very few talented bands (their bass player went to high school with us).  Brimstone Howl's newest album, We Came in Peace, would be the perfect soundtrack for any rebellious 15-year old's summer break.  I mean that in the best way possible.  The band will be at SXSW in March, and evidently, they put on an incredible show.  You know the music industry is out of touch when crappy bands like Wavves get tons of buzz, and bands like Brimstone Howl are still relatively unknown.  Check out my favorite two songs from the album:




Purchase the album here.

Beautiful Morning

The weather in Norman has been absolutely incredible the past few days.  Here are three songs that help me savor the great weather.  All songs can be purchased at Amazon.com!




You've Got the Love- Florence and the Machine

Let me know if you prefer zShare or Mediafire links!

February 7, 2009

Going Wrong

Here's a good guilty pleasure song for your Saturday night!

February 4, 2009

Hold Time

Here is my favorite song of the new M. Ward album, Hold Time.



February 1, 2009

January at the Lake

I spent the weekend at Lake Eufala and it was incredible.  Here are a few songs to soundtrack your next winter lake trip: