The Subnovas – “I Cannot Stop”

Posted Mon November 6, 2017

Really excited to hear the new album from The Subnovas based on this album summary:

“I Cannot Stop” is the lead single off of our forthcoming album Between The Light Years, a concept album involving themes of nuclear apocalypse, eternity, and other heady ideas.

A space-rock influenced concept album about impending nuclear apocalypse and all the mortality questions that come along with it may hit a little close to home these days but I’m ready for it; particularly based on the enjoyability of this first song.

Robyn Hitchcock – Robyn Hitchcock

Posted Thu November 2, 2017

Fun fact: I know nothing about Robyn Hitchcock. Of his 21 studio albums, I have heard only this 2017 self-titled release. Having seen him walking around Tomato Fest or hearing friends sing his praises, I still managed to have zero context about his work.

So, with that in mind, I’m either a hilariously inappropriate person to share thoughts on his latest record or a incredibly apt conduit for thoughts on it as I have no idea how it measures it to previous undertakings.

What I can say is that this is absolutely not the case of a British artist with an illustrious career moving to Nashville to re-invent himself as some sort of Bluegrass aficionado. The album is British pop in all the enjoyable ways; self-deprecating, poppy and sometimes just a bit absurd. While there are elements of Nashville seeping in via the occasional slide guitar or twangy lick, it’s an enjoyably diverse record that defies pigeonholing. 

I may not have known a thing about Hitchcock’s work prior to this offering, I’m certainly game for a deep dive now.

Langhorne Slim – “Zombie”

Posted Tue October 31, 2017

The new video for “Zombie” – off of Langhorne Slim’s forthcoming Lost at Last Vol.1 – is a pleasant homage to a whole host of horror movies and videos. From “Thriller” to Psycho to The Silence of the Lambs and all points in between, it feels like required viewing for Halloween. 

(Source: https://www.youtube.com/)

Ghost Gore – Prevues of Coming Attractions

Posted Tue October 31, 2017

I recently learned that the intimidating vocal style used in metal songs is officially known as the “Death growl” but affectionally referred to as Cookie Monster vocals. An amusing but mind-altering new fact.

This Ghost Gore EP is an onslaught of unrelenting riffs, intense drums and absolutely searing vocals; many of which are now undercut by my new found knowledge that evokes that insatiable Muppet.

Teenage Dracula – Please Love Me

Posted Fri October 27, 2017

Total honesty policy, I was intrigued by this release purely based on the band name and time of the season. The concept of a Teenage Dracula could either be a huge hit show on the WB, a huge indie flick from Ana Purina studios or a hilariously kitschy show out of Australia. It could also be a dance-y, bedroom keyboard project with song titles like “Goth Pool Party” and “UFO Insurance Agent.” 

Volume 96: Halloween

Posted Thu October 26, 2017 from WOTT Music
We Own This Town: Volume 96

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In celebration of the ghoulish season I asked local music photographer and journalist / man-of-good-taste / Halloween aficionado Lance Conzett to curate an episode of the podcast brimming with his choice of local music spooky tunes. The resulting hour of selections is a delightfully surprising mixture of acoustic gothic tales, dark electronic and indie rock. To be completely honest, a healthy percentage of these artists are completely new to We Own This Town and it’s Lance’s refreshing perspective that made that happen.

Put the mix on and celebrate the All Saints Day in your favorite way; like dig into a bowl of candy corn.

  • Shaboi – Curse Walk
  • Lylas – Teenage Phantasm
  • Deer Tick – Blood Moon
  • WILDWOOD – Moonrise
  • Brasko – Take Me
  • MAVS – I am Become Death
  • Erin Carley – BLACKOUT
  • Macro & Treekeeper – Welcoem to Bohemia
  • Sleeptalkre – Tanqueray
  • BLVCK POWER – Like V Prvyer
  • Brinaboy – Gallows humor
  • Chill Witch – Big Candy
  • Casa – Haunted Ecstasy
  • The Non-Commissioned – Frozen Tongue
  • Boo Dudes – Johnny Don’t Trick’r Treat No More
  • Be Your Own Pet – Zombie Graveyard Party

Datenight - “Too Good”

Posted Wed October 25, 2017

There’s not a lot of details around Datenight’s forthcoming album, Comin’ Atcha 100MPH, but if “Too Good” is any indication of what to expect, it’s going to be a blast of punk-rock energy with some memorable guitar licks. 

Doing a tiny bit of research on the band reveals this two song Basement Sessions performance that, indeed, confirms the above suspicions about the vibe of the record. Looking forward to it.

(Source: https://www.youtube.com/)

Kim Logan – Pseudoscience: Chapter 3

Posted Tue October 24, 2017

Kim Logan continues her stream of Pseudoscience releases with Chapter 3, pairing new tracks “Ladyboy” and “Hitch your Wagon” together. The lead track has a rock swagger and layered chorus Sleater-Kinney would be jealous of. “Hitch Your Wagon” is a bit less in-your-face but highlights Logan’s slow-burning psychedelic side. 

Various Artists – Mondo Zombie Boogaloo

Posted Mon October 23, 2017

With contributions from Los Straitjackets, Southern Culture On The Skids and The Fleshtones, there’s a healthy amount of surf-rock meets Southern Rock meets ghoulish good times to be had in this 2013 compilation. I think I’m partial to the new take on The Monster Mash in “Que Monstruos Son” or the oddly peaceful “Theme From Young Frankenstein” but there’s plenty here to enjoy for your Halloween soundtrack.

Ace Quaalude – Heat Death Electric

Posted Fri October 20, 2017

The debut full-length from Ace Quaalude, aka Lucas Fedorko, is filled with explosive, thrashing, moments. The title track, “Heat Death Electric”, is the primary example of the pounding drums and distorted vocals found through much of the album but there’s more nuance to it if you allow yourself a full top to bottom listen.

Tracks like “[ectoplasm]”, “Sunstepper” and the epic “evp” show he’s got more than one trick to share.Â