http://www.freeindie.com/ Free Full Albums from the best Independent bands around en Copyright 2008 Tue, 13 May 2008 03:27:35 -0400 http://www.sixapart.com/movabletype/?v=4.1 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Tokyo Police Club's latest album, Elephant Shell over a bajillion times. For all of you doubting mathematicians, rest asure -- a bajillion is a real number. Below is a small sampling of bass-heavy pop album, including Tom Campesino's remix of the pivotal tune, Tessellate.

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Web Mix Download All 1. Juno 2. In a Cave 3. Tessellate (Tom Campesinos Remix)

]]> http://www.freeindie.com/2008/05/tokyo_police_club.html http://www.freeindie.com/2008/05/tokyo_police_club.html Pop Tue, 13 May 2008 03:27:35 -0400 The Bowery Riots revive the up-tempo sounds and styles of '50s big band, giving it a dirtier, relevant edge. You may recognize the lead singer from his other bands Rockets and Cars and Cities on Fire. Busy guy.

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Web Mix Download All 1. Can't Get Out 2. She's So Rock n' Roll 3. Should I Look the Other Way

]]> http://www.freeindie.com/2008/05/the_bowery_riots_1.html http://www.freeindie.com/2008/05/the_bowery_riots_1.html Punk Mon, 12 May 2008 03:57:19 -0400 Tiffany Randol, lead singer of punk outfit Valeze, just released her solo EP "Kiss Me Kiss Me." Despite her cutesy image, the spunky redhead creates powerful music with her soulful vocals and passionate song-writing. Look out for her upcoming full length, Sammasati.

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Web Mix Download All 1. Half a Second 2. Stuck In His Ways 3. Kiss Me, Kiss Me

]]> http://www.freeindie.com/2007/12/tiffany_randol.html http://www.freeindie.com/2007/12/tiffany_randol.html Mellow Tue, 11 Dec 2007 21:14:46 -0400 Chromeo is the musical collaboration of a Jewish singer/guitarist and an Arab keyboardist (if only politicians looked to electro for peace). The unlikely twosome create an intelligent mix of creative dance beats and catchy lyrics. Chromeo's catching on, jumping on tour with the Beastie Boys.

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Web Mix Download All 1. Fancy Footwork 2. Needy Girl 3. Tenderoni

]]> http://www.freeindie.com/2007/09/chromeo.html http://www.freeindie.com/2007/09/chromeo.html Dance Tue, 18 Sep 2007 02:32:19 -0400 Harlem Shakes named themselves after their favorite dance move. Made up of recent ivy league grads, this quintet adds a sophisticated element to their catchy song writing. This is mellowed out garage rock at its finest.

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Web Mix Download All 1. Carpetbaggers 2. Red Right Hands 3. Sickos

]]> http://www.freeindie.com/2007/09/harlem_shakes.html http://www.freeindie.com/2007/09/harlem_shakes.html Emo Sun, 02 Sep 2007 21:26:43 -0400 Plastic Operator is an electronica pop duo that maintains a mellow sound, despite their multi-tracked arrangements. The duo met at Westminster University in London where they were both studying audio production - - an academic strength that carries through in their music. PO sounds like a male version of Freezepop.

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Web Mix Download All 1. Home 0207 2. Why Don't You 3. Peppermint

]]> http://www.freeindie.com/2007/08/plastic_operator.html http://www.freeindie.com/2007/08/plastic_operator.html Synth Thu, 23 Aug 2007 10:33:06 -0400 Dan Deacon's unique niche of music style. The soundsmith manipulates electronic frequencies to create a maelstrom of noise that can be considered both musical and story-like. Although Deacon is gaining loads of attention for his energetic and eccentric live show rather than his music, he is worth the download.

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Web Mix Download All 1. Arms Saloon 2. When I Was Taller 3. Ohio 4. Connor Kizer

]]> http://www.freeindie.com/2007/08/dan_deacon.html http://www.freeindie.com/2007/08/dan_deacon.html Experimental Tue, 21 Aug 2007 10:37:07 -0400 Hot Hot Heat found their way to the public eye years ago with hits like "Bandages" and "Goodnight, Goodnight." The band combines their energetic new wave style with lead singer Steve Bays harsh yet endearing vocals. Below are a few of the tracks off their earlier, indie albums.

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Web Mix Download All 1. Bandage 2. Get In Or Get Out 3. Touch You Touch You

]]> http://www.freeindie.com/2007/08/hot_hot_heat.html http://www.freeindie.com/2007/08/hot_hot_heat.html Pop Thu, 16 Aug 2007 10:02:06 -0400 The Stills have become staples of the shoegaze scene. The Canadian five piece instill gentle melodies into their angst-ridden music, creating a unique and recognizable sound. Their video for "Still in Love" was one of my favorites when I was a lad.

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Web Mix Download All 1. Still In Love Song 2. In the Beginning 3. Retour a Vega 4. Monsoon

]]> http://www.freeindie.com/2007/08/the_stills.html http://www.freeindie.com/2007/08/the_stills.html Rock Wed, 08 Aug 2007 11:03:27 -0400 Boy In The Bubble manages to maintain an edgy rock sound in their light folk songs. Lead singer Josh Seidenfeld belts out deep lyrics over a heavy bass drum and rhythmic acoustic guitar. Although "Handy" is the band's single, I've had "Take Me Home" on repeat all day.

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Web Mix Download All 1. Handy 2. Take Me Home 3. The Real World Don't Matter 4. When You Walk Around This City

]]> http://www.freeindie.com/2007/07/boy_in_the_bubble.html http://www.freeindie.com/2007/07/boy_in_the_bubble.html Pop Tue, 31 Jul 2007 09:21:46 -0400 Stereo Total puts an experimental spin on Euro-synth pop. The French-German duo bounce from language to language, as they belt out quirky, sing-along lyrics. Keep an eye out for their upcoming album Paris, Berlin, due out August 22.

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Web Mix Download All 1. C'est la Mort 2. LA, CA, USAi 3. I Am Naked 4. I Love You, Ono 5. Touche-Moi

]]> http://www.freeindie.com/2007/07/stereo_total.html http://www.freeindie.com/2007/07/stereo_total.html Dance Tue, 24 Jul 2007 15:01:31 -0400 Azure Ray is the popular dream-pop project of singers Maria Taylor and Orenda Fink. The two songwriters blend twangy guitars and violins to create a slow and emotional folk sound. Both singers are also members of another Saddle-Creek band, Now Its Overhead.

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Web Mix Download All 1. Sea of Doubt 2. If You Fall 3. November

]]> http://www.freeindie.com/2007/07/azure_ray.html http://www.freeindie.com/2007/07/azure_ray.html Mellow Tue, 17 Jul 2007 10:53:21 -0400 Rockets And Cars. I stumbled upon this four-piece melodic punk band at CBGBs in 2003, and had my eyes opened to an edgier, underground side of the music business. The band disappeared in 2005, and never released their sophomore album - - until now. Check their myspace out for more.

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Web Mix Download All 1. The Protest 2. Perez Hilton 3. Modern Art of Deception 4. Police State

]]> http://www.freeindie.com/2007/07/rockets_and_cars.html http://www.freeindie.com/2007/07/rockets_and_cars.html Rock Mon, 16 Jul 2007 10:02:48 -0400 Portastatic is the mellow side project of Superchunk's Mac McCaughan. By integrating violins and flutes into the traditional band setup, Portastatic produces a spiritual and uplifting side-genre of rock. The bottom three tracks below are songs composed specifically for the film Who Loves The Sun.

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Web Mix Download All 1. Sour Shores 2. I Wanna Know Girls 3. Live Chase 4. Just Like a Real Book 5. Last Kiss Music

]]> http://www.freeindie.com/2007/07/portastatic.html http://www.freeindie.com/2007/07/portastatic.html Wed, 11 Jul 2007 10:48:57 -0400 Jennifer Gentle seem to have been inspired by retro American song-writing. Using twangy electrics, kazoos and a lo-fi recording system, these guys create a stripped, but unique rockabilly style. Androgynous voices are always fun.

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Web Mix Download All 1. I Do Dream You 2. Electric Princess 3. Universal Daughter

]]> http://www.freeindie.com/2007/07/jennifer_gentle.html http://www.freeindie.com/2007/07/jennifer_gentle.html Mon, 09 Jul 2007 10:14:48 -0400