ICYMI: This Week in the Video Vault
The wealth of content in the Paste Video Vault is always available, but every weekday we choose a new video to feature as the prominent performance on the site. In case you missed one, here are this week’s picks. . . . Friday, Nov. 9: Aretha Franklin – “Eleanor Rigby” Live from The Fillmore West in San Francisco, Calif. Thursday, Nov. 8: Old 97’s – “I’m A Trainwreck” Live from Lincoln Hall in Chicago, Ill. Wednesday, Nov. 7: Iron & Wine – The Daytrotter Session Live from the Daytrotter Studio in Rock Island, Ill. Tuesday, Nov. 6: Fleet Foxes –... read more
From the Vault: The Civil Wars - "Poison & Wine"
As Joy Williams sings lyrics like "Oh, you think your dreams are the same as mine," you can't help but think of the chilling, current relevance. read more
Live from Newport Folk: The Nightwatchman
The Nightwatchman, Tom Morello, plays "Save The Hammer For The Man" Live from the Paste Ruins at Newport Folk Festival. read more
From the Vault: Bishop Allen - "Rooftop Brawl"
“We found some cymbals at the last minute,” says Biship Allen’s lead singer Justin Rice in this charming performance video from 2009. “Ours got legs last night.” Watching this video, you can see how items might have disappeared in the hoopla of an evening with the band. Lyrics about swallowed keys and broken watches maintain the chaotic appeal of this bouncy Brooklyn-based group. Check out “Rooftop Brawl” in the player below, and be sure to swing by the Video Vault for other performance videos just waiting to be your new favorites.... read more
From the Vault: Aretha Franklin - "Respect"
In this 1971 recording of Aretha Franklin at The Fillmore Auditorium in San Francisco, Calif., the legendary performer belts her classic anthem "Respect." read more
From the Vault: Carolina Chocolate Drops - "Run Down"
The Carolina Chocolate Drops have turned a passion and respect for their past into a rich musical present. From the start, the members meticulously researched old-time fiddle, banjo, and other string music to create the sounds that have made their live performances extremely popular far beyond the Carolinas. In this performance video from Newport Folk Festival 2011, the band performs the song “Run Down” amidst an admittedly run down yet beautiful space for Paste. Check out the video below, and browse through the other artists and performances in the Video Vault.... read more
Video Premiere: Weinland - “The Eagle”
Hailing from Portland, Ore., Weinland has been making their name known in the Pacific Northwest music scene for the past five years. Now set to release their third album, Los Processaur, Weinland has arrived with a brand new video for the track, “The Eagle.”... read more
ICYMI: This Week in the Video Vault
With full concerts from old favorites as well as new discoveries, there's a lot you're probably missing if you've yet to check out the Video Vault. read more
Live from Telluride: Pickwick
Paste met up with soulful pop-rockers Pickwick for the latest installment in the Telluride Sessions, brought to you in partnership with Horny Toad. In an animated display of tambourine shakes passionate vocals and bouncy guitars in this grungy atmosphere during the Telluride Blues & Brews festival, Pickwick treated the Paste team to an unforgettable performance of “Hacienda Motel.” You can watch the performance in the player below.... read more
Video Premiere: Cemeteries - "The Wilderness"
On Oct. 23, Lefse Records released The Wilderness, the debut full-length from Kyle J. Reigle’s one-man project Cemeteries,. As you might expect from a one-man project from Buffalo, New York, Reigle’s music is sparse, desolate and would pair nicely with long walks through barren, snow-covered landscapes.... read more
Video Premiere: The Last Royals - "Only The Brave"
Brooklyn-based band The Last Royals is composed of drummer Mason Ingram and lead singer, songwriter, and producer Eric James. The band has already gained fans with the release of a three-song teaser on Oct. 2, and now folks are actively anticipating the 2013 release of their debut LP, Twistification.... read more
Video Premiere: Justin Robinson and the Mary Annettes - "Devil's Teeth"
Justin Robinson and the Mary Annettes have just released the video for the hypnotizing track “The Devil’s Teeth.”... read more
Video Premiere: Annie and the Beekeepers - "Come On"
Annie and the Beekeepers have released a simple yet beautiful video for their latest track “Come On.”... read more
Video Premiere: Joe Pug - "Hymn #76"
When Joe Pug decided to give up his job as a carpenter to pursue music four years ago, he didn’t sit around and wait for the industry to find him. After writing the songs that would eventually make up his first EP, Nation of Heat, Pug offered to give fans as many free CDs as they wanted, as long as they would hand them out to others they felt might be interested. Pug’s DIY marketing strategy worked, and two full-length albums later, he’s one of the South’s most beloved singer-songwriters.... read more
Video Premiere: Bad Books - "The After Party" (Acoustic)
This video for “The After Party,” which has Hull and Devine along with guitarist and producer Robert McDowell, features the intricate melodies and guitar work they’ve become known for. read more
Video Premiere: Lindi Ortega-"EPK"
Singer Lindi Ortega’s latest album, Cigarettes & Truckstops follows on the heels of her JUNO award-nominated hit, Little Red Boots. For Cigarettes & Truckstops, Ortega drew inspiration from her move from Toronto to Nashville. According to a press release, the move “brought her closer to the origins of many of her influences, including Hank Williams.”... read more
Video Premiere: Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit - “Danko Manuel”
The video, shot in black and white, captures Isbell and his band in an intimate and heartfelt performance. read more
ICYMI: This Week in the Video Vault
If you haven’t checked out the Paste Video Vault yet, do yourself a favor and hop to it. From Aretha Franklin to The Lumineers, be prepared to unlock several soon-to-be favorite performances. Every day, we select a performance video from the vault that deserves another look. We’ve recapped this week’s picks below. If you like what you see, you can check out a full list of Video Vault artists here.... read more
Video Premiere: The Clutters - "Run"
Nashville’s The Clutters have spent a decade unabashedly playing music that runs contrary to what’s usually associated with their hometown. Their loud, shredding guitar rock doesn’t fit the country stereotypes of Music City, and you definitely won’t find the word “folk” in any descriptions of the band’s sound. This certainly hasn’t stopped them.... read more
Video Premiere: The Kickback - "Little Teach"
Chicago band The Kickback has just released a video with Love Drunk Studios for the track “Little Teach.”... read more
