Destined for greatness.

The result if The Strokes and pre-‘Wolfgang’ Phoenix had an illegitimate Swedish lovechild blessed with steez since birth.

The Royal Concept is your new favourite band. The newly renamed Swedish four piece just got back from a trip to NYC to film their upcoming music video and record their debut EP, out on June 19th. When I heard these guys a while back, I was honestly worried for the chance that they might just be a two hit wonder, with Gimme Twice and D-D-Dance being so catchy that they got me thinking the band was too good to be true.

Turns out… they’re just that good. Expect MASSIVE things from these guys.

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The Royal Concept – Self Titled EP [AvailableJune19]

Bonus.

The Royal Concept – Gimme Twice (MRTN Remix) [FreeDownload]

Indie fans look no further.

Good, simple, Indie Rock with a Folky edge.

Had the chance to catch this Vancouver local group a few weeks back for their EP release show. Since these guys are so rad, they’ve decided to give it away for free. The full EP is available for download on their Facebook or SoundCloud page.

I used to work with the female vocalist and she is one of the sweetest girls you’ll ever meet; her voice is nothing short of honey. Pair that with catchy melodies, solid rhythms, and another great voice, and you’ve got your next favourite up and coming Indie band.

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Mercy Years – Davy Jones [FreeDownload]

Mercy Years – Manning Park [FreeDownload]

Mercy Years – Paris [FreeDownload]

Five for the feeling.

Let’s keep this short and sweet. If you’re a fellow student out there on the other side of that computer screen, you understand the feeling. Less than three weeks until we’re all home free to make questionable mistakes while basking in the sunshine. Since that day is increasingly closer with every sunset, these are a few of my absolute favourite Indie Rock jams that scream for summer.

Jam on,

Grant.

Free Energy – Something In Common [Purchase]

Fool’s Gold – The Dive [Purchase]

Supergrass – Alright [Purchase]

Blondfire – Where The Kids Are [Purchase]

The Naked And Famous – Young Blood [Purchase]

 

Why love?

Yet another beautiful day in paradise. Dirty slush fills the streets. Bitter cold lingers in the air. Deadlines begin to pile up, and certain people from back home couldn’t seem farther away. Alas, there is hope of a happier place. About a month ago I came across a surprisingly unknown band that resides across the border in the Golden State. Now, wouldn’t that be a nice change of scenery?

Y LUV is an LA based quintet of five young USC students. The writers of Earmilk and Sunset In The Rearview, both reputable blogs, said this wickedly catchy group sounds like the creators of the track of Summer 2011; Foster The People. I strongly disagree. When I heard the awesomeness that is their latest single, I immediately thought of The Temper Trap. But just to make things interesting, Freddy’s voice reminds me of the North Carolina born artist Rick Seibold. I’m a big fan of Rick’s older work, so Freddy, that’s a compliment. Y LUV’s infectious and hopeful sound reminds me why I will always have a soft spot for Indie Rock. Keep an eye on these kids, for I sense their tight knit tracks and whistle-able melodies will take them far beyond the confines of California.

Because life is empty without it,

Grant.

Y LUV – Keep It Rollin’ [Mediafire]

Y LUV – Earthquakes [Mediafire]

Y LUV – Never Touch The Ground [ListenOnly]

Y LUV – Feel Sound [Mediafire]

See what I mean?

Off to a good start.

I’ve been incredibly happy lately, so here’s some happy-go-lucky indie rock. Unfortunately, I have no time to write a bunch of shenanigans tonight so your beautiful eyes can take a break.

This fivetet was formed about two years ago down in LA and they make good music. That’s really all you need to know.

Smile on,

Grant.

Grouplove – Don’t Say Oh Well [Mediafire]

Grouplove – Itchin’ On A Photograph [Mediafire]

Grouplove – Tongue Tied [Mediafire]

Bonus.

Foster The People – Pumped Up Kicks (Grouplove Remix) [Mediafire]

Grouplove – Colours (Foster The People Remix) [Mediafire]