Album Stream: Xavier Rudd - Spirit Bird

Album Stream: Xavier Rudd - <i>Spirit Bird</i>

Singer/songwriter/multi-instrumentalist Xavier Rudd has long since established himself as one Australia’s more iconic voices. Drawing influence from Aborigine culture, Rudd combines contemporary guitar with the didgeridoo, stomp box, percussion and other instruments.  read more

Album Stream: River City Extension - Don't Let the Sun Go Down on Your Anger

Album Stream: River City Extension - <i>Don't Let the Sun Go Down on Your Anger</i>

River City Extension's Don't Let the Sun Go Down on Your Anger shows a maturity not typically found on a sophomore album.  read more

Song Premiere: Ponderosa - “Navajo”

Song Premiere: Ponderosa - “Navajo”

Atlanta indie rockers Ponderosa are well worth your attention, combining psychedelic, soul and Southern rock to create music that’s hauntingly beautiful and irresistibly catchy all at the same time....  read more

Song Premiere: Delta Rae - "Morning Comes"

Song Premiere: Delta Rae - "Morning Comes"

Delta Rae, a folk-pop band from North Carolina, has premiered “Morning Comes,” a new song off of their debut album Carry The Fire, due out on June 19....  read more

Album Stream: Fort Atlantic - Fort Atlantic

Album Stream: Fort Atlantic - <i>Fort Atlantic</i>

Fort Atlantic, the carefully-crafted brainchild of Jon Black, started out as no more than an experiment.  read more

Album Stream: Royal Thunder - CVI

Album Stream: Royal Thunder - <i>CVI</i>

The majority of tracks on Royal Thunder's sophomore album run over six minutes. Clearly not typical in today's music scene, but it works for these rockers.  read more

Song Premiere: Michael Kiwanuka - "I'm Getting Ready" (Live at the Cherrytree House)

Song Premiere: Michael Kiwanuka - "I'm Getting Ready" (Live at the Cherrytree House)

Michael Kiwanuka's Home Again is currently available in stores. Download his live performance of "I'm Getting Ready" from The Cherry Tree House in all its valor.   read more

Song Premiere: Paul McCartney - "Another Day" (Remastered)

Song Premiere: Paul McCartney - "Another Day" (Remastered)

First released in 1971, Paul and Linda McCartney’s _RAM_ originally received a mixed response. The Beatles had just broken up a few years prior and this was already McCartney’s second solo album. Plus, it was the only LP to be credited to both Paul and his wife.  read more

Song Premiere: Anthony D'Amato - "Hank Williams Tune"

Song Premiere: Anthony D'Amato - "Hank Williams Tune"

Following up his impressive 2010 release Down Wires, Anthony D'Amato plans to release his sophomore album, Paper Back Bones, on May 29. Check out our sng premiere of "Hank Williams Tune" and watch him perform the track at last year's Newport Folk Festival.  read more

2012 Hangout Music Fest Sampler

2012 Hangout Music Fest Sampler

On May 18-20, thousands will gather to celebrate the return of Hangout Music Fest. Starting today, Paste and Hangout Music Fest are offering a free 15-song download sampler featuring artists headed down to Gulf Shores, including Dr. Dog, Gogol Bordello and String Cheese Incident.  read more

Album Stream: Parlovr - Kook Soul

Album Stream: Parlovr - <i>Kook Soul</i>

Parlovr might have started out with a bargain Kmart guitar, a two-piece drum kit and an unassuming keyboard but it's been a long time since 2006 and it's been even longer since the three piece set of Jeremy MacCuish, Alex Cooper and Louis David Jackson have gone back to Montreal in an effort to embark on an orchestral '90s production.  read more

Song Premiere: Kalen Nash - White Oak”

Song Premiere: Kalen Nash - White Oak”

Most recognized for his work in southern rock quintet Ponderosa, songwriter Kalen Nash has announced the release for his solo debut, Ukred, this summer.  read more

Album Stream: The Sugarman 3 - What the World Needs Now

Album Stream: The Sugarman 3 - <i>What the World Needs Now</i>

Next week, The Sugarman 3 will return with What the World Needs Now--the trio's first record in 10 years. Stream their impressive comeback album here.  read more

Song Premiere: Joe Walsh - "Lucky That Way"

Song Premiere: Joe Walsh - "Lucky That Way"

Longtime Eagles member Joe Walsh recently announced plans to release Analog Man, his first solo album in two decades. The album, produced by Jeff Lynne and Walsh, includes songs that the legendary guitarist worked on over the past 10 years.  read more

Song Premiere: Wintersleep - "Nothing Is Anything (Without You)"

Song Premiere: Wintersleep - "Nothing Is Anything (Without You)"

Two years after their previous album New Inheritors, Wintersleep has announced plans to release their latest effort, Hello Hum. Check out "Nothing is Anything (Without You)" here.  read more

Song Premiere: Lucinda Williams - "That Time of Night"

Song Premiere: Lucinda Williams - "That Time of Night"

On the album, Lucinda Williams covers "That Time of the Night," keeping the same ethereal tone originally recorded by Chapman, but with a backing band. Check out her cover below, off the album that's set for release on May 29.  read more

Album Stream: Heavy Blanket - Heavy Blanket

Album Stream: Heavy Blanket - <i>Heavy Blanket</i>

The list of projects that sludge-rock pioneer J Mascis has been involved with is a lengthy one that includes Dinosaur Jr., Deep Wound and Brett Nelson (Built to Spill). Now, the legendary guitarist is back with his (sort-of) new band Heavy Blanket.  read more

Album Stream: PS I Love You - Death Dreams

Album Stream: PS I Love You - <i>Death Dreams</i>

Overall, Death Dreams proves that PS I Love You is moving up and in the right direction. Stream the record in its entirety and view their tour dates here.  read more

Album Stream: Various Artists - AthFest 2012 Compilation

Album Stream: Various Artists - AthFest 2012 Compilation

From Athens staple Patterson Hood to electro-pop outfit Reptar to country-rockers Futurebirds, the AthFest 2012 Compilation is just another reminder of the artistically-thriving city and the kind of music it produces.  read more

Album Stream: Sean Bones - Buzzards Boy

Album Stream: Sean Bones - <i>Buzzards Boy</i>

It’s a sophomore album story you don’t hear too often: Two years after a promising debut, indie act Sean Bones scored recording sessions with a well-respected industry producer (Sean Stoneback of Fucked Up, Sleigh Bells), only to take the project back into his own hands halfway through.  read more

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