Rediscover: Paolo Nutini

First off, sorry I missed the "Discover" post this past Monday. I was out of town... Now on to our regularly scheduled post:

I first heard Paolo Nutini about 5 years ago. They started playing his catchy "New Shoes" song on one of our local radio stations. It was fun and I liked it... Then I kind of forgot about him. Well, five years and two albums later, I am rediscovering him and I'm glad that he's still putting out music. Nothing groundbreaking here, but it's still good.
Learn more about Paolo Nutini here.

Rediscover: Modest Mouse

I think Modest Mouse is one of those bands that you either love or hate. I for one do not hate them. And this is probably one of my favorite songs of theirs.

Learn more about Modest Mouse here.

Rediscover: Billie Holiday

On New Year's Eve, I watched the New York Philharmonic perform a bunch of Gershwin songs... Which got me thinking about Billie Holiday. I've been in love with Billie Holiday's voice for years. There's just something magical and lovely about her. Her phrasing is exquisite. She embodies the blues so very well. I wish there were more live footage of her performing.
Learn more about Billie Holiday here.

Rediscover: Talking Heads

For a while I was listening to Talking Heads every Friday afternoon while I worked. It always made the day better. Since I left that job I haven't listened to them as much and it kind of makes me sad. So let me introduce you to the brilliance of Talking Heads and David Byrne.
Learn more about Talking Heads here.

Rediscover: System Of A Down

Oh man... It's been forever since I've listened to these guys. When I first heard them, I couldn't stand the lead singer's voice, but over time it grew on me.

Learn more about System Of A Down here.

Rediscover: The Rosebuds

I came across The Rosebuds when I was shopping Media Play's "Going Out Of Business" sale so it's safe to say that that was a long time ago... I came across their album "Birds Make Good Neighbors" and bought it because of the album artwork. I had no idea who they were at the time, but I'm glad I picked it up. It's still a rather enjoyable album that I don't listen to often enough.

Learn more about The Rosebuds here.

Rediscover: John Lennon

This is probably one of my favorite John Lennon songs. I don't know why, but the slap delay on his vocals is perfectly delicious. Is that weird? Maybe... But after I say "Yoko Ono", nothing else is weird.

Learn more about John Lennon here.

Rediscover: Alt-J

It's been a while since I've listened to these guys and I was reminded of them the other day when I came across their latest album at Barnes & Noble. It's a pretty good one albeit kind of slow and sleepy.

Learn more about Alt-J here.

Rediscover: David Bazan

Years and years ago, I used to listen to Pedro The Lion. Then for some reason I stopped and kind of forgot about them... Then a few years ago I came across a video of David Bazan playing for Chase Jarvis' "Songs For Eating And Drinking" and once again forgot about him after a while... Then today I was at Graveface Records and came across a few of his albums. So I guess this is a re-rediscovery today. Anyway, I'm glad I came across him again.

Learn more about David Bazan here.

Rediscover: Jakob Dylan

It's been quite a while since I've listened to Jakob Dylan/The Wallflowers. I like where he's at musically these days. He had me worried there for a little bit with the later Wallflowers albums, but I can't blame him for trying something new. "Bringing Down The Horse" is still one of my favorite albums. So many good songs! Anyway, you should check out his new stuff too.

Learn more about Jakob Dylan here.

Rediscover: Radiohead

Some people are brilliant... and by "some people" I mean Radiohead. There is so much going on in their songs; so many different timings and nuances. It's some of the most aurally stimulating music that I know of. Plus it translates well to a stringed quartet (which is fantastic if you've never heard it).

Learn more about Radiohead here.

Rediscover: Sleigh Bells

Because sometimes you just need some loud, noisy guitars and drums...

Learn more about Sleigh Bells here.

Rediscover: Bela Fleck

Classical banjo, anyone? Bela Fleck is fantastic! You should check him out if you haven't already. And I also highly recommend his documentary on the history of the banjo called "Throw Down Your Heart". It's brilliant.
Learn more about Bela Fleck here.

Rediscover: Waterdeep

I need this song right now...

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Rediscover: Nick Drake

It's Fall and that means it's the perfect time to listen to Nick Drake... Cello Song is the first song I ever heard from him. I remember sitting in my car in the parking lot of Media Play (RIP) and having my mind blown by this song. I am still fascinated by his music and his story.

Learn more about Nick Drake here.

Rediscover: The Silk Road Ensemble

These guys are amazing! I could listen to them all day. If you ever needed proof that music is a universal language, The Silk Road Ensemble is that proof.

Rediscover: Derek Webb

I have always liked Derek Webb's music. Lyrically honest and piercing, he's not afraid to say what needs to be said.

Learn more about Derek Webb here.

Rediscover: William Fitzsimmons

One of my friends introduced me to William Fitzsimmons about five or six years ago. If you're ever pensive or sleepy, his music will suit you well. Plus he has a fantastically admirable beard.

Learn more about William Fitzsimmons here.

Rediscover: Depeche Mode

When I was a kid, one of my friends was really in to Depeche Mode and listened to them all the time. His mom always called them Depressed Mode. 25 years later, they're still good... or depressing depending on who you are.  Enjoy (the silence)!

Rediscover: Band Of Horses

I don't know exactly what it is, but I love their sound. Maybe it's the honesty of his voice and the simplicity of the music. I don't know, but I'm really digging their most recent album, "Acoustic at The Ryman (Live)". They sound so good live! I'm going to do my darnedest to see them live next time they come around.

Learn more about Band Of Horses here.