Junip is a Swedish band featuring most popular
José González. They released Black Refuge EP at the end of 2005. After a
five year hiatus, the band released Fields on September 14, 20. Here are a couple of my favorite tracks for you to decide.
Tuesday, March 26, 2013
Saturday, March 23, 2013
Friday, March 22, 2013
Mahavishnu Orchestra
The Mahavishnu Orchestra was the name of two jazz-fusion groups led by John McLaughlin, in 1971–1976 and 1984–1987.
Thursday, March 21, 2013
Wednesday, March 20, 2013
Bluebird Special
Jacques Bruna aka Bleubird is an American indie rapper from Florida. He has gained much notoriety from working with producer Ben Cooper, Radical Face.
Here is a track I selected to give you an intro
Tuesday, March 19, 2013
Sunday, March 17, 2013
Imagine Greatness
Hailing from Las Vegas Imagine Dragons are a American rock band exploding into the music scene with all the intangibles to be the great thing. Here is a EP they put out titled The Archive. The album is best summed with the song Selene. Enjoy and share.
Choir of Young Believer
For my sleepyheads
Orchestral Pop for anyone? Check out the song Hollow Talk by Choir of Young Believer. One of Denmark's premier bands.
King of Spain?
So I couldnt really find any information on this artist but they are great.
Enjoy King of Spain brought to you by SoundCloud
Saturday, March 16, 2013
Vampire Weekends Self Titled Album
Vampire Weekend is an American Indie Rock Band from New York that formed in 2006. They released their first album in 2008, named dirrectly after the band. This instant classic is lined with gems. Some personal favorites would be: Cape Cod Kwassa Kwassa, M79, and Walcott. The signature tracks include: Oxford Comma, A- Punk, and Kids Dont Stand A Chance
Friday, March 15, 2013
Monsters of Folk
Monsters of Folk is an American supergroup, consisting of Jim James from
My Morning Jacket, Conor Oberst and Mike Mogis from Bright Eyes. Here is the link to one of their feature tracks.
What a Great Band of Horses
Band of Horses, originally known for a brief period as Horses, is an
American rock band formed in 2004 in Seattle.
New Slang Acoustic by James Mercer
James Mercer is the front man for super star Indie group the Shins. Here is Mercer performing solo New Slang the Garden State instant classic. I hope you enjoy the acoustic version as much.
New Slang by James Mercer Acoustic
New Slang by James Mercer Acoustic
Band of Horses Mirage Rock
It's your favorite Indie Rock band back with another gem. Mirage Rock is the fourth studio album for the Horses and it hits the spot everytime; like most albums it sells itself. Here's for you to decide.
Ex-Chili Peppers
Ataxia is alternative rock group started by guitarist John Frusciante and fellow ex-pepper Josh Klinghoffer. It is just one of Frusciante many accomplishments. Here is one of my favorite tracks by this group.
Thursday, March 14, 2013
Be Carefull with this One
Kendrick Lamar is a recording Hip Hop/Rap artist from Compton, CA
He really needs no introduction except this...
Pinback
I previously introduced you to Pinback with probably their best album produced. So I was hesitant in finding an album I trust my readers will be able to listen to beginning to end. After a few hours of contemplation I was able to find one. Offcell is an EP that Pinback released in the summer 2003. Just like Information Retrieved Offcell is a complete masterpiece. Enjoy.
Thom Yorke is Music
Thom Yorke more commonly known as the leader, heart and soul of the international super star rock band Radiohead. Yorke simply is not from this planet, he proves time and time again that he is the best to ever walk this planet. It all has culminated recently with the creation of super group Atoms for Peace. Here is Thom at work again with "Packed like Sardines in a Crushed Tin Can".
Coconut Records
One of my favorite songs coupled with one of the best Brit skate videos. Give these guys the feel good award.
Meet Pacific Air
Pacific Air is a project from SoCal brothers Ryan and Taylor Lawhon. (Previously known as KO KO) This is one of their signature tracks titled Float. If you enjoy follow them on SoundCloud at https://soundcloud.com/pacificairmusic.
Can You Explain
"Can you explain why i lay next to you but i still feel alone?
Can you explain why those who promise are those who never make it home?
Can you explain to me why those who i love just come and go?
There is no need to explain I already know...Love, You past 24hrs ago..."
- HeadFake
Can you explain why those who promise are those who never make it home?
Can you explain to me why those who i love just come and go?
There is no need to explain I already know...Love, You past 24hrs ago..."
- HeadFake
Dan Reynolds Solo
Dan Reynolds is the lead singer for American Rock group Imagine Dragons. Just as expected Reynolds has great solo work, this track is from a duo he does with his wife titled Egyptian. I hope you enjoy.
Wednesday, March 13, 2013
Band Horses
Band of Horses, originally known for a brief period as Horses, is an
American rock band formed in 2004 in Seattle. Cease To Begin is the second Band Of Horses album they have released in 2007. This band of horses and their slight country accent complimented by great instrumentals this one is strictly for my sleepy_heads.
Tuesday, March 12, 2013
The XX
Mercer is God
James Mercer is the heart and soul of Indie rock band the Shins. Check out all three of these videos of Mercer doing Mercer.
Fleet Foxes
Fleet Foxes are an Indie Folk band that formed in Seattle, Washington. This Emerald City gem has all the credentials as Indie Folks poster child. Rolling drums and twanging guitar are musts in any great folk band and no one does it better than the Foxes. Without a doubt they are my #1. Here is their latest album. As expected they deliver a powerful performance highlighted by the lullaby beautifully titled Winter Hymnal.
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Soundtrack to My Life
Hey guys check this out soundtrack to my life. Check back in everyday for new adds to the playlist. Leave a comment if you enjoy it or a single song.
Monday, March 11, 2013
The Empyrean
Well The Empyrean has been live for 4 days now. I have a total of 523 page views, and I can see people like my posts. Next goal lets get some followers! Followers are what powers the blog, The Empyrean needs you. If you visit and find something you enjoy let me know with a comment or follow me. Be the first to follow! Thanks for your supports.
Our Future is Primitive
Here is the second part of my Indie music playlist. Enjoy
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Wake Up Feelin Indie
I felt like everyone was in need of a great Indie music morning time playlist. So with the help of Grooveshark I have put together this one. Its the first of three I will be posting, leave comments with any songs you would like to hear on the next one. (Only comments on blog page will be considered).
I hope this puts the sunshine in your morning.
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James Mercer is the Shins
James Mercer is the founder, lead singer-songwriter and sole remaining original member of the indie rock group The Shins. Originally name Flake Music in 1997 when Mercer started the group they released a group of singles and one studio album. In 2001 the first songs under the name "The Shins" began, with classic single New Slang featured in the movie Garden State. Mercer is the The Shins, you can feel his passion with ever wavering line. They have perfected the Indie Pop sound and thrown their own feel of folk and sometimes soft rock influences. I have provided a link to one of my favorite albums. I hope you enjoy Mercer and The Shins as much as I do.
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Sunday, March 10, 2013
Passion Pit
Passion Pit is an indie rock band from Cambridge, MA formed in 2007 behind the piano and voice of Michael Angelakos. In 2009 they released their first studio album Manners. From the starting moments to the closing seconds the album is timeless. Absolutely no one can top it. You decide!
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Phil Selway By Some Miracle Video
Might be a contender for the greatest video of all time. Not only is the video great but the song is just a classic from a Radiohead great. Enjoy.
Broken Bells
Broken Bells is an american indie rock band started by The Shins James Mercer and the multi talented Brain Burton aka Danger Mouse. Founded in 2009 just a year later they released their self titled debut album. Their rhythmic meledoies and charming vocals have just to the touch to be great. Here is thier debut album. Enjoy.
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Saturday, March 9, 2013
Pinback
Pinback is an Indie rock band from San Diego, CA. The band was started in 1998 by Armistead Burwell Smith IV and Rob Crow. Since their exception they have lived the life of a great indie rock band. Unnoticed and unappreciated. After my first experience with Pinback my life was forever changed. Currently sits at #2 on my favorite bands list behind the GOAT (greatest of all time) Pink Floyd. I have attached a link for you to enjoy. Pinback newest album Information Retrieved, just one of many outstanding works they have produced.
King of New York
Christopher George Latore Wallace <May 21, 1972 – March 9,
1997> More commonly known as American rapper and revolutionary hip hop
artist Biggie Smalls. He released his debut album Ready to Die under this name
in 1994. The newly transformed hip hop king and Don of New York lived a rather short
career but revolutionized the way that hip hop/rap music was viewed in America.
On March 9, 1997 he was killed in a drive by shooting. Wallace was noted for
his smooth dark style and his uncanny ability to tell a story with his unique
rhymes and loose flowing lyrics. Internationally missed and regarded as one of
the greatest hip/hop artist to ever live. Here is a little playlist I put
together to commemorate smalls. RIP Biggie you will always be remembered.
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Its all Mathematics
My third smokers Only playlist for ya'll containing some of my favorite underground hip hop tracks. Press "play all" and enjoy.
Friday, March 8, 2013
Album Artwork
Great albums covers are every where but indie music is most famous or their creativity.
I thought that this website had a great collection and very interactive presentation. Comment and share if you enjoy.
Doses and Mimosas
Cherub might be a quite leader in a ever changing indie pop world. Vibe with me, then leave your opinion.
John Frusciante's Empyrean Album
The Empryean cover is based on the Greek term Empryean which describes
the highest area of heaven which is believed to be solely on fire or
bathed in intense light. The cover of the album I believe depicts Frusciantes life, as the
indicates his life before his fall into heavy heroine abuse which almost
ended in him dying in a house fire whilst intoxicated and is now badly
scarred from injection points which caused abscesses along his arms,
this collision course is shown by the image below that which is a
collage of pictures of him falling dressed as an angel. The bottom being the 'hole' he was stuck in until he reformed; causing a
large spiritual shift in Frusciantes logic, and is seemingly on a path
of correction and enlightenment towards the castle high above the clouds
in the image. The whole piece is a collage of images used to create a landscape of his life.
∆ Alt-J
Hit "play all" and enjoy Alt-J's Awesome Wave album. Noted as one of the best Indie Rock Albums of 2012
Thursday, March 7, 2013
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