Regina: Soite Mulle

[mp3] Regina: "Unessa"

Already a number one album (on iTunes at least) in their native Finland, the mysterious and intoxicating trio Regina have just released their second album Soite Mulle on the awesome Friendly Fire Records here in the states. The songwriting is able to transcend whatever language barriers may exist, and the tight production and execution of these dreamy, highly-melodic, wintry pop songs make this one of the most pleasantly surprising pickups of the past few months. Highly recommended.

Violens Dominate CMJ - Release New Video

[mp3] Violens: "Violent Sensation Descends"

Violens were hands down one of the standout, must-see acts of this year's CMJ, so much so, that it was almost impossible to literally fit all the people into Pianos to see them during one of Forcefield PR's three stacked showcases. Today they drop their video for "Violent Sensation Descends" directed by Alejandro Cardenas, described in the PR as: "reminiscent of the 70's Italian horror films of Dario Argento... a nice macabre little treat for Halloween." Violens' highly anticipated debut full-length Amoral, comes out November 9 on Friendly Fire Recordings. Damn, we love those Friendly Fire kids! They have also signed The Concretes, whose new album (also 11/9) is excellent. More to come on that record soon.

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Phenomenal Handclap Band - New Album

[mp3] The Phenomenal Handclap Band - "15 to 20"

While some of us have been digging this album for sometime now, The Phenomenal Handclap Band are ready to release it to you, the consumers; the self-titled record goes on sale June 23 (Friendly Fire.) Live, PHB are an electric, undulating force, full-up with energy and at times, exploding at the seams; Stark guest reviewers, Max Verrelli and Liz Wiest can attest. The beat drops and the grooves grab you. Play at 11. Check out "15 to 20" above. See for yourself, you'll sing this damn catchy counting song all day. Hands down the best song with numbers since "1-2-3-4 (Sesame Street Remix)".