Band: PRTUGAL. THE MAN Who: American alt-rockers, fronted by mastermind John Gourley, formed in 2004 in Wasilla, Alaska and
based in Portland, Oregon.
Last weekend, they released their 10th LP, baptized SHISH.
Glide Magazine says: “Shish is yet another awe-inspiring effort from Gourley and his Portugal. The Man project turned out to be some of the most honest, refreshing music
the artist has added to his discography in some time. These ten songs pinpoint the exact time and space Gourley is currently in, and turn his point of view into relatable slices of daring, artistic indie rock.”
The album was preceded by two singles,Tanana and Denali.
If the band consider dropping a third single from the LP, it should definitely be
the title track, SHISH. Its repetitive, groovy swagger is just irresistible. Check it out
here.
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Band: T R Y S T E Who: Dark-gaze duo
from Ireland.
When it comes to writing, the pair prefer to write in isolation of each other, spending time carefully crafting the song and allowing it to present itself before demoing and sharing it. From this point onwards the process becomes entirely collaborative. The result is a sound that far exceeds the sum of its parts. ‘Vessel’ is just one example of the pair’s songwriting prowess.
TUTV: When I heard this shoegazing odyssey for the first time The Verve‘s song Storm
In Heaven. popped in my mind. Not that it resonates similarly, but it evokes the same intensity, and the same hallucinatory impact. Vessel’s first part is like leaving Earth on
a wolly cloud, carefree and away from the busy reality.
But upon arrival, you get blown away by a mind-blowing storm of
My Bloody Valentine guitars until the epic climax. Breathtaking.
TUTV: Be ready for an intoxicating rollercoaster trip energized by repetitive Krautrock rhythms and rotating synth crescendos. I wouldn’t have minded if this had gone on for another
5 minutes. Anyway, enjoy the ride.
Artist: ALEX LITTLE Who: Vancouver-born songwriter, raised by her musical parents on The Replacements, Bowie, The Beatles and Iggy Pop. Talking about the
right education.
Alex first took her place behind the kit in high-school band rooms and early punk groups, later stepping forward as a singer while keeping a drummer’s instinct for dynamics. She co-founded Alex Little and the Suspicious Minds who released an album in 2021. Now it’s solo time.
Track: SOUNDS LIKE A DEAL
Single from her upcoming debut EP, titled Spider In The Sinks.
It will be out on November 19th.
TUTV: If you like brisk power pop tunes that dance in your head the whole day long,
then this is the real deal. Keywords: jaunty, frisky and pizzazy. Put your headphones,
go out, and hop from left to right, up and down, in the street. Fun guaranteed.
Band: PORTUGAL. THE MAN Who: American electro pop outfit led by
singer/songwriter John Gourley. Active: Since 2006 / 9 LPs so far (new one incl.)
New album: CHRIS BLACK SAVED MY LIFE
The LP is dedicated to the band’s longtime friend and
the album’s namesake Chris Black, who died in May 2019.
AllMusic says: “The album is named after the group’s close-friend, filmmaker Chris Black,
who toured with them in 2016 as a kind of unofficial DJ and hypeman and who died tragically in 2019 just as his career was taking shape. With Chris Black Changed My Life, the have crafted a warm and hooky homage to their friend it’s a vibe that sticks with you.”
Full interview here. Score: 4/5.
TUTV: Summer breeze synth-pop with heavy-hearted moments for a beloved friend gone.
Enchanting harmonies featuring several guests and an overall romantic record.
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