The Mae Shi- HLLLYH

February 29th, 2008 by Michael Vaughn

The Mae Shi
HLLLYH

Rating: 8.7/10.0
Recommended Tracks: 1, 2, 4, 5, 7, 9, 13, 14
RIYL: Death From Above, harmonies, Dan Deacon-ish dance beats, happy loud music.

I came into this review knowing next to nothing about the Mae Shi other than they were a noise band. From doing some quick research I have come to find out that this is their 4th album and their first with the new singer, Jonathan Grey. This album is a concept album with different songs talking about God. The theme is very enjoyable to watch as it evolves through differing points of view, including all extremes. (more…)

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Beach House- Devotion

February 28th, 2008 by Alan Okpechi

Beach House
Devotion

Rating: 4.5/10
Recommended Tracks: 1, 3, 9
RiYL: Broadcast, Mazzy Star, Galaxie 500, music for a forced depression

Beach House’s debut release self titled record came out in October 2006 and was given lots of attention in the indie universe. I randomly picked up on it through a friend and watched some videos on Youtube before I recognized its glory. Songs like “Apple Orchard” and “Master of None” will always have a special place in my heart. (more…)

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All hail our new adviser!

February 27th, 2008 by Natalia Zuniga

The moment has finally come when we have a great adviser behind the powerhouse which is RadioUTD.

It’s this guy!
Pretty impressive, huh? He sure does look productive. So everyone, say hello to our new adviser Scott. Hello Scott!

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Justice Tickets Giveaways

February 27th, 2008 by Natalia Zuniga

TODAY, FROM 4PM-6PM ON THE LOVE LIVES OF OTHERS W/NATALIA we will be giving away pairs of tickets for the French duo Justice, courtesy of the nice good looking folks over at AEG Live. Justice will be playing at the Palladium Ballroom on March 4th. If you don’t win tickets, do buy them from them.

Tune in!

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Cadence Weapon- Afterparty Babies

February 27th, 2008 by Priyank Dhar

Cadence Weapon
Afterparty Babies

Rating: 6.1
Recommended Tracks: 12, 2, 4, 6,
RiYL: Aesop Rock, Spank Rock, El-P, Aphex Twin with some dude rapping over it

I really should like Afterparty Babies more than I do.

Rollie Pemberton, or Cadence Weapon when behind the microphone, mixes lush, electronic beats with inorganic notes, and surprisingly for a Hip Hop album, avoids a strong bass line. More so Aphex Twin than Timbaland. Still, it’s approachable enough so you can bust out those vintage Nike Dunks for some off court fancy footwork on the dance floor. (more…)

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