Ranting Eva is a twenty-something whose ever observant eye hopes to share the daily trials and tribulations of the 21st century, through some downright opinionated rambling on different facets of pop culture.« News of the Bizarre | Main | If I had a million dollars....... »
February 9, 2006
Songs of the Moment : Hail Britannia
As I watched the Grammy's Wednesday evening, I decided that it was time to list a few new artists and musicians that you may want to check out sometime. Much of these picks happen to be from across the pond, merry old England. From time to time, I listen in to the BBC Radio 1 to check out what's going on in the UK music scene. Radio 1 is a good mix of all genres and at times, it allows me to discover older artists often ignored or unknown to my generation. So drumroll please......
1 - Goldfrapp - Number 1 / Ride A White Horse - This electronic duo has been around for a while. Their latest album in the UK , Supernature has spawned some wicked singles, laced with sensuous synth beats which are guaranteed to lead to sultry swaying. Potential soundtrack for nocturnal hijinks. Not to mention, the theremin has never sounded so sexy.
2 - The Go! Team - Ladyflash - This 2005 Mercury nominated group's sound is equal parts 60s soul and 80s hiphop with some creative sampling. Infectious and joyous, a sonic energy rush much like eating chocolate or drinking a freshly brewed espresso, it always perks me up whenever I hear it. It brings out the inner Hollaback Girl.
3 - Arctic Monkeys - I Bet You Look Good On The Dancefloor - This rock band is shaking things up in the UK charts right now. Reminiscent of the Libertines without all the narcotics drama, their gravel mouthed delivery is full of youthful arrogance and makes the perfect anthem for manic dancing.
4 - Jose Gonzalez - Heartbeats / Hand on Your Heart - This singer/songwriter out of Sweden has a beautiful, stripped sound which goes straight to your heart. One of my personal favorites is his cover of Kylie Minogue's Hand On Your Heart. There is a real earnestness in his voice and immediate personal connection.
5 - Embrace - Nature's Law - This little band from Manchester has been the ultimate underdog, who has been down for the count many times in the UK and with their last album Out of Nothing found themselves in the limelight once again. Nature's Law is the latest single on their forthcoming album. It's a great lead-off single and I'm looking forward to hear more from them. [If you ever get a chance, you may want to listen to Looking As You Are off of Out of Nothing. Everytime I hear it, I get goosebumps. Someday and Gravity are other standout tracks.]
Posted by eva on February 9, 2006 11:30 PM
