Video Premiere: Christopher Paul Stelling - "Brick x Brick"

Video Premiere: Christopher Paul Stelling - "Brick x Brick"

Brooklyn singer-songwriter Christopher Paul Stelling just released his debut album Songs of Praise and Scorn last year, but with the wealth of critical acclaim that followed Stelling has accumulated a fan base comparable to musicians with much longer recording careers. Stelling is back with the release of his sophomore LP False Cities, an album that draws heavily from the Stelling’s travels in the past year, one he spent almost constantly on tour. Stelling has created a video for the first single from the record, “Brick x Brick.” Watch the whimsical video here. False Cities is out today via Mecca Lecca...  read more

Live from Shaky Knees 2013: The Black Angels

Live from Shaky Knees 2013: The Black Angels

Watch The Black Angels perform "Evil Things" live at Shaky Knees 2013.   read more

Video Premiere: David Ramirez - "The Bad Days"

Video Premiere: David Ramirez - "The Bad Days"

Singer-songwriter David Ramirez just released his latest EP The Rooster, which was produced by Ramirez and Danny Reisch (Shearwater, Okkervill River, White Denim). “The songs themselves are still rooted in folk, but I wanted to experiment with different sounds and textures,” said Ramirez in a recent press release. “It’s subtle but it’s strong.” Ramirez has released a video for the first single from The Rooster EP, “The Bad Days.” The video was directed by Rob Montague. Watch the video for “The Bad Days” in the player below....  read more

Video Premiere: Robert Ellis - "The Grand Tour" (George Jones Cover)

Video Premiere: Robert Ellis - "The Grand Tour" (George Jones Cover)

To honor Jones' recent passing, Ellis has just released video of his cover of "The Grand Tour," one of Jones' many classics.   read more

HGTV & Paste Present: Amanda Palmer - Live from The Stages On Sixth at SXSW

HGTV & Paste Present: Amanda Palmer - Live from The Stages On Sixth at SXSW

Check out this video of Palmer performing her "Ukulele Anthem."  read more

HGTV & Paste Present: The Lone Bellow - Live from The Stage On Sixth at SXSW

HGTV & Paste Present: The Lone Bellow - Live from The Stage On Sixth at SXSW

Watch The Lone Bellow perform their debut single "You Never Need Nobody."  read more

HGTV & Paste Present: Mac DeMarco - Live from The Stage On Sixth at SXSW

HGTV & Paste Present: Mac DeMarco - Live from The Stage On Sixth at SXSW

DeMarco performs "Cooking Up Something Good" live at Stage on Sixth.  read more

Video Premiere: Glen Hansard: Italy

Video Premiere: <i>Glen Hansard: Italy</i>

For Hansard's recent dates in Italy, a film crew came along to document the on-stage magic and behind-the-scenes moments.  read more

Press Record with Paul Kolderie and Ed Ackerson: Episode Four - Drum Miking Technique

Press Record with Paul Kolderie and Ed Ackerson: Episode Four - Drum Miking Technique

Proper drum miking technique when recording from home.   read more

Sennheiser/Paste Present: Sound Bytes from SXSW Interactive - Fred Armisen

Sennheiser/Paste Present: Sound Bytes from SXSW Interactive - Fred Armisen

Fred Armisen sits down with Paste editor-in-chief Josh Jackson.  read more

Paste Live Sessions NYC: Dale Earnhardt Jr. Jr.

<i>Paste</i> Live Sessions NYC: Dale Earnhardt Jr. Jr.

Watch Dale Earnhardt Jr. Jr. perform a stripped-down version of "Dark Water."   read more

Press Record with Paul Kolderie and Ed Ackerson: Episode Three - Bass Recording

Press Record with Paul Kolderie and Ed Ackerson: Episode Three - Bass Recording

Get the best sound from your bass when recording from home.  read more

Video Premiere: Moon Hooch - "Megatubes"

Video Premiere: Moon Hooch - "Megatubes"

Moon Hooch has long been winning over new fans with their live show whether via subway busking or constant touring. The band, made up of two saxophone players and a drummer, seems to be forcing listeners to re-evaluate their expectations for house music. This summer, that new sound will see a wider audience with the re-release of Moon Hooch’s debut self-titled album via Hornblow/Palmetto Records. In anticipation of the release, Moon Hooch has released a video for their track “Megatubes.” You can watch the video in the player below. Moon Hooch will see its Hornblow/Palmetto Records re-release on...  read more

Video Premiere: Preservation Hall Jazz Band & Jim James

Video Premiere: Preservation Hall Jazz Band & Jim James

The Making of That's It!  read more

Paste's Poolside Sessions in Los Angeles: The Colourist

<i>Paste's</i> Poolside Sessions in Los Angeles: The Colourist

Watch The Colourist perform "Yes Yes."  read more

Sennheiser/Paste Present: Sound Bytes from SXSW Interactive - Marc Maron

Sennheiser/Paste Present: Sound Bytes from SXSW Interactive - Marc Maron

This year during South By Southwest Interactive, Paste and Sennheiser teamed up to present a spread of great interviews each day from the Blackheart on Rainey Street. From actors to game developers to musicians and more, each interview was an engaging encounter that highlighted the amount of creative energy present in Austin that week. Sennheiser stepped up the experience with their wireless headphones, allowing those in attendance to listen in on the interviews even as they milled around on the patio in the Texas sunshine. For the latest installment of the Sound Bytes interview series, Paste film editor Michael Dunaway...  read more

HGTV & Paste Present: von Grey - Live from The Stage On Sixth at SXSW

HGTV & Paste Present: von Grey - Live from The Stage On Sixth at SXSW

Watch the band perform "Chained to You" live from the Stage on Sixth.  read more

Video Premiere: Bhi Bhiman - "Walk of Life"

Video Premiere: Bhi Bhiman - "Walk of Life"

Folk musician Bhi Bhiman has been celebrated for his own songwriting, but as a special treat for fans the guitarist will be releasing a covers EP entitled Substitute Preacher later this month.   read more

Video Premiere: Pick A Piper - "Cinders & Dust"

Video Premiere: Pick A Piper - "Cinders & Dust"

Toronto-based musician Brad Weber has already enjoyed a rich musical career as the percussionist for Caribou, but his side project Pick A Piper has gained its own level of notoriety in recent years. As Pick A Piper’s sound evolved from an acoustic emphasis to one that employs electronic sounds and synthy undertones, it has continued to build upon the organic quality that Weber’s music has always seemed to maintain. The album doesn’t just use samples and synthesizers — you’ll hear a variety of instruments including flute and acoustic guitar, forcing listeners to reevaluate what they expect from dance music. Watch...  read more

Paste's Poolside Sessions in Los Angeles: Allen Stone

<i>Paste's</i> Poolside Sessions in Los Angeles: Allen Stone

Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival is one of the biggest live music events in the country, growing so large that in recent years the festival has expanded to two weekends of genre-crossing musical innovation and constant surprises. While Paste was out in California for the festival, we were able to catch some relaxing sessions by the pool with some of our favorite festival artists. We had the privilege of meeting up with Allen Stone, the soulful singer-songwriter who last graced us with a few songs at Hangout 2012. Accompanied by a guitarist and keeping time with soft hand claps,...  read more

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