Christmas in the City - Nick D' & the Believers

This song is just adorable as all their other songs. It's a great new Christmas carol for this season from a great new band. Finally. Not another song that's been playing over and over for forever. People start playing Christmas carols a month before the holiday. Why are you in a rush? It's nothing new. I've actually had people hate on me for not playing Christmas carols all the time. You run a music blog listening to straight Christmas carols for a month. Good luck. This song is so adorable and avoids cliches such as meeting under a tree instead of mistletoe but in general, the singer has a pleasant voice and their song sounds like some good times.

To learn more about Nick D' & the Believers, visit their website: http://www.nickdandthebelievers.com

Travie McCoy - Keep On Keeping On (ft. Brendon Urie)

This song may seem like a rap song but it's much more entertaining because it has the added factor of Brendon Urie. It also has a much more positive meaning than most rap songs. Keep trying. Whatever you want to do. Everyone can't accomplish their dreams if they just give up because they think it isn't possible. Before this, I did not know of Travie McCoy, I am a huge fan of Brendon Urie and Panic! At The Disco however. His voice as the chorus makes the song really catchy and uplifting. It transforms it from being a rap into a pop song. The music video is the adorable tale of a little boy going after his singing career. I like it all and the whole metaphor of spreading his wings but I do wonder how putting graffiti on a building in the middle furthered him in his career? If anyone could tell me why, I'll go graffiti my hopes and dreams across a random building in the city. 

To learn more about Travie McCoy, visit his website: http://traviemccoy.com/

To learn more about Brendon Urie and Panic! at the Disco, visit their website: http://www.panicatthedisco.com/

The Kids Aren't Alright - Fall Out Boy

The whistling in the beginning is just interesting enough to get your attention before the slow beat and low voiced singing starts telling a story. The chorus proves itself as an almost classic feeling Fall Out Boy Song. In some way, this song feels a little slow to me in a way that I would not be shocked to see some pretty cool kids slow dancing to it at their prom during this upcoming season.

To learn more about Fall Out Boy, visit their website: http://falloutboy.com/

Boyfriend - Best Coast

This song pulls you in with a strong beat that then stirs into a smooth beachy guitar rhythm that's so chill it makes you just want to sway. It's a song that tells a story that is as relatable to girls as germ ex kills, 99.9%. The music video is interesting but also fitting to the lyrics which is nice. 

To learn more about Best Coast, visit their website: http://bestcoast.net/

American Beauty/American Psycho - Fall Out Boy

This song seems to sound more like their older sound that they used to have. They seem to have been drifting in sound to a more popular kind of music but this song brings them back to the good old days of rocking out. It sounds repetitive going back and forth between the American beauty and American psycho but the word play is clever and entertaining enough not to be minded. Also, these guys always know what they are doing.

To learn more about Fall Out Boy, visit their website: http://falloutboy.com/

Elevate - St. Lucia

A friend showed me this song and it was immediately like "oh yeah, I remember this song" and then chill head banging. The song is smooth and pretty with a sweet danceable beat, The music video is just cool with them making their music in a small apartment. The streets are just fun in the sun, as in, better than winter. No one is going to crack open a fire hydrant in December and play in the water unless they want hypothermia.

To learn more about St. Lucia, visit their website: http://www.stlucianewyork.com/

Axe To Grind (Bastille Vs. Tyde Vs. Rationale) - Bastille

Bastille just released a new album yesterday on Spotify called VS. (Other People's Heartache, Pt. III). The VS. part is what brings a new flavor to their music. It's their collaboration with other artists that makes this refreshing mix. The coolest song on their may be the one called Axe To Grind, it starts with a cool beginning that then starts with a mesmerizing singer that is actually not Dan Smith. It has a nice beat while still dealing with the anger of having an axe to grind.

To learn more about Bastille, visit their website: http://www.bastillebastille.com/badblood_outnow/
To learn more about Tyde, visit their website: http://www.tydefolk.com/home
To learn more about Rationale, visit their Bandcamp: http://therationales.bandcamp.com

So Far (It's Alright) - The 1975

This song always just makes me so happy. Something about the piano just makes me think it's a children's song. Once you see listen to the lyrics though, you would maybe rate this PG-13. The 1975 always has such a human meaning to their song. How some people just won't change but also the darker side to some people but always their imperfections. But he sings about loving imperfections but without whining and crying like that Sam Smith guy who I feel like has been abused by previous girlfriends. Also, about all these rumors about Matty Healy dating Taylor Swift, I don't think that's happening because Matty seems to be in a very happy relationship with his drummer, George Daniel. Not even Taylor Swift could break them apart. So his name is  probably not going in Taylor's Blank Space.

To learn more about The 1975, visit their website: http://the1975.com/

Cecilia and the Satellite - Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness

This is an absolutely beautiful song. The lyrics are still beautiful when you don't know what it's about but he is singing to his daughter, Cecilia. It's a heart warming and protective song. The music video was just released on Friday. It has the perfect combination of his natural artistic view in the wilderness and some footage of him with Cecilia. I wonder if the woman in the video is supposed to be a grown up version of Cecilia. It is a beautiful music video and definitely worth the watch.

To learn more about Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness, visit his website: http://www.andrewmcmahon.com/

Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness Concert Review

Place: 9:30 Club in Washington DC

When: November 15

Andrew McMahon knows how to make the piano rock! While his instrument of choice may suggest a seat, he most certainly does not always keep to its suggestion. He gets so excited when he is singing his songs that he commonly hops out of his seat in an awkward standing position but he is so caught in the moment and everyone else is too. He plays most of his new songs but also plays a few old ones from his previous bands such as Dark Blue. His set list is so extremely long that he may or may not play every song he's ever written (probably not). He also told a funny story (at least at my show) of how he and the rest of the band members had already decided that they were going to play an encore whether the crowd wanted it or not. Of course the crowd wanted it. They left the stage to pretend their set was over but the crowd pleaded for them to come back and they held up their end of the promise. It felt like going to two concerts in one. Also, around this part of the night, there may be some troublesome drunks by now. I know that a lot of Andrew McMahon's lyrics are touching or deep, but that does not give you permission to grind on any stranger next to you. That goes for anyone at any concert, if the person elbowed you in the ribs, that is not the cue for you to continue grinding.

To learn more about Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness, visit their website: http://www.andrewmcmahon.com/

Tell Me Anything - Air Life

This song may be different from the others I usually feature with its more jazzy sound, but it may be the chill pill that some of us need. The lyrics are sweet and calming. The music video kind of looks like their supply list included a green screen, fan and their voices. Although it may not look impressive, the song is still pretty neat and pleasant to hear.

To learn more about Air Life, visit their bandcamp: http://airlife.bandcamp.com/track/tell-me-anything

Texas - Magic Man

Texas is just an amazing song from an amazing band. I love the intro with the hard to hear voice saying that you're going on an adventure but to just dance. Their sound is pure fun with a taste of electro sounds. Alex Caplow has an amazing singing voice and writes songs that just capture the essence of fun. Honestly, the music video is boring to me although I love the actress in it, Abigail Breslin.

To learn more about Magic Man, visit their website: http://magicmanmusic.com

EP of the Week - Behavior EP - Rubbing Alcohol

EP of the Week is the Behavior EP by Rubbing Alcohol. Rubbing Alcohol is so new and unique. They keep a steady beat in their thrilling songs. Their guitar is powerful and at some times, hypnotic. I admire their song titles being in caps lock just because that is their thing. It makes their songs stand out and make you feel like their lyrics have more to say and they demand for you to listen. I suggest their song KINKS, CRACK MY BONES and TRAVEL CHANNELS. As far as I know, their music is only available on Bandcamp and they allow you to name their own price so snag EP while you can!

To see the rest of the Rubbing Alcohol EP or buy it, visit their bandcamp: http://rubbingalcohol.bandcamp.com

Band of the Week - Death Cab For Cutie

Band of the Week this week is Death Cab for Cuties. This is one hell of a band. Although they've changed members a few times, this band has still been around for 17 years! That's a long time for a band! These guys are titans. They've created their own sound and musical styling that have been around so lone, it seems that some other bands have looked to them for inspiration. I suggest their songs I Will Possess Your Heart, Transatlanticism, and Soul Meets Body.

To learn more about Death Cab for Cutie, visit their website: http://www.deathcabforcutie.com/

Surround You - JAWS

It starts with a unique theme that then tumbles in what feels like a waterfall of sound. The lead singer of JAWS, Connor Schofield, has a droning voice that fits their style. The band is from Birmingham, England but has a sound that made me think they were from California. They just give off the feel of an indie California. The chorus repeats a sort of mantra that sounds poetic with the sunlight and surrounding.

To learn more about JAWS, visit their website: http://www.jawsjawsjaws.co.uk

Hunter Hunted Concert Review

Place: 9:30 Club in Washington DC

When: November 15

Hunter Hunted, a band composed of two main members, Michael Garner and Daniel Chang, fills the stage with their other members, Taylor Dexter, the drummer, Blake Straus, the bass player, and Morgan Paros, the violinist. They fill the stage with a presence of pleasant partying. They bring the life to the concert and wake up the crowd after their short break. Their set starts with a couple familiar songs from their EP and then go into a cover for the Pixies song Where Is My Mind? Besides playing the rest of their EP, they also play a couple songs not released yet called Ghosts and Blindside. Michael Garner does most of the talking between songs, giving a shoutout to his other members especially his drummer, Taylor, who he says a different filler between songs each night. Morgan on the violin does a great job of juggling her violin, the keyboard and some pedals. They balance calm and peaceful music with a cool sound that makes their music open to a wide opportunity of fans. Also, they are a very down to Earth group that loves to come out to the crowd and meet their fans so keep your eyes peeled after their show if you want to meet them.

To learn more about Hunter Hunted, visit their website: http://hunterhuntedmusic.com/

Bang Bang - Nick D' and the Believers

Nick D' and the Believers are a small band with an amazing sound. Their typical chorus is very upbeat and extremely catchy. You'll find yourself singing Bang Bang all day. Their sound is also very pleasant. Their music video tells a cute story with some adorable dancing. The make up artist did a god job on their faces. Unless they actually did just punch each other in the face to get that look... That's commitment if that was what happened!

To learn more about Nick D' and the Believers, visit their website: http://www.nickdandthebelievers.com/

WALK THE MOON Album Release Announcement

For those of you who have not heard, WALK THE MOON is releasing their new album, Talking is Hard, on December second. However, if you are a Spotify user, you can already listen to ALL of their new songs. I say to hop on that if you can. Happy Thanksgiving everyone!

Immortals - Fall Out Boy

This song starts with a very interesting and catchy sound that fades to the background as Patrick Stump starts to sing. The Immortals chorus is bad ass and just makes every one who hears it want to sing along. This song was apparently made for Disney's new movie Big Hero 6. It is placed in the movie at a perfect time to pump is up and gives the song a good focus while time passes. The music video starts out promising with all of the band members picking their song from a juke box and then placing a cd with the resemblance of Baymax from the movie on the player. Otherwise, the entire music video is just the record twirling around and around. Maybe it's just doing that to hypnotize all its viewers but I watched and have not had any hypnotizing side effects. Does anyone else think that the next album Fall Out Boy releases will be their last? They've been releasing singles that say "you will remember me for centuries" and "we could be immortals". Is this their way of saying goodbye?

To learn more about Fall Out Boy, visit their website: http://falloutboy.com/

Wax - Theme Park

This song has a smooth dance beat that just makes you want to swivel instead of tapping your foot. The guitar just makes this song so memorable. The singer, Miles Haughton mumbles yet keeps himself easy enough to understand. The music video did not take much except a pretty girl and a TON of photos. It's a fairly interesting enough video but I'm not sure it has anything to do with the song.

To learn more about Theme Park, visit their website: http://www.themeparkband.com/

Agora - Bear Hands

This song barely needs an intro and you already know you're in for a good time. The underlying chant of Agora makes that extra layer to the song that allows it to stand out while also defining the issue they are describing in their lyrics. The drum beat is highlighted to keep the song up to a rocking dance beat. Anyone who suffers from agoraphobia would probably tell you that it sucks and that's what they seem to be addressing in this video and song. On a lighter note, I do love the dragon in the video. Anyone else wonder what it's name is? And one more thing about this Dylan Rau 's hair in the video:

Agreed, ladies?

To learn more about Bear Hands, visit their website: http://bearhandsband.com/

Junior Prom Concert Review

Place: 9:30 Club in Washington DC

When: November 15

Junior Prom was the opener for Hunter Hunted and Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness and they put on a great show. Although the band only consists of two men, Erik Ratsenberger and Mark Solomich, they put on an amazing show. It's full of so much energy that between songs, the lead singer and guitar player would tell jokes or cute anecdotes so that they could catch their breaths. They will play almost every song from their EP, starting with Big Timer. They perform their new song, Cheap Thrills and one they haven't premiered yet called Guilty Pleasures. Their set is short which is disappointing for me since I'm a big fan of theirs. Since they open before Hunter Hunted and before the main act, Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness, not the whole crowd is their yet and not all of them are as into it as they are for Andrew, but it is a good time and completely worth it to show up early enough to watch them go on. They are on the rise and I can not wait for their first full album to come out!

To learn more about Junior Prom, visit their bandcamp: http://juniorprom.bandcamp.com/

Salt - Bad Suns

Bad Suns just released a new music video for their awesome song : Salt! It is nothing like their music video for Cardiac Arrest which was mostly just them playing the song and the screen being tinted. They took this music video to a much more theatrical level to show what they mean with their lyrics. The ending could be seen differently so it's up to you to decide what they mean. I've been a fan of Bad Suns for a long time. Salt is an amazing song that came out on their first EP. It has an amazing base line throughout the song. The lyrics are about doing everything you can to find yourself just like how the music video is showing but to a much deeper meaning than I had expected.

To learn more about Bad Suns, visit their tumblr: http://badsuns.tumblr.com/

Different Colors - WALK THE MOON

This new song from WALK THE MOON was just released today! It is the first song they have released off their album Talking is Hard, which will be out on December second. It starts out with a catchy chorus and the lyrics are really cool. This song stays true to the style of their first album while still shaking it up and keeping it fresh. 

To learn more about WALK THE MOON, visit their website: http://shutupanddance.walkthemoonband.com/

Album of the Week - Violent Things - The Brobecks

Album of the Week is Violent Things by The Brobecks. Coming across this CD was a pure feat of luck! Of course the bright colors make it stand out and that title is just the kind of thing I'm looking for. I had not previously heard of The Brobecks before this CD but now I can't get enough. They sound remarkably similar to certain phases Panic! at the Disco went through, which may actually not be much of a coincidence since back in 2012, the lead singer, Dallon Weekes, left The Brobecks and officially joined Panic! at the Disco as their bass player and also helped to write songs for their new album Too Weird To Live Too Rare To Die. My favorite songs off the album may have to be Bike Ride, Love At First Sight and Better Than Me.

To hear more of The Brobecks, visit their bandcamp: http://thebrobecks.bandcamp.com/album/violent-things

Gentle Folks - Hunter Hunted

Hunter Hunted makes a fabulous sound that is full of heart and also playful. This song is chilling and calming. It starts off with a nice beat with a cool echoing tone then a chant that just seems sweet and poetic. Although, I've had friends who thought that they were saying "calling all the germaphobes" and said "ooh! This is my jam!" Now, I have never had this confusion and I believe that most NORMAL people who hear the song do not have this problem (not to say I'm normal). Daniel Chang and Michael Garner make nice singers that tie this song together in a nice now with their unique musical stylings. Excuse there only being a live video but these guys are fantastic in concert!

To learn more about Hunter Hunted, visit their website: http://hunterhuntedmusic.com/

Driving Through A Dream - Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness

This song, like many of Andrew McMahon's, is beautiful and calming. He also pulls in a tint of synthesized pop that makes it still young and hip enough for the cool kids to dig this. He says this song is about those nights when you wake up and can't sleep because of everything, whether it be stress or just being an artistic night owl who gets their best ideas at night, and about having someone who will be there beside you and get you through the night. The recurring chorus is just dreamt to me when they say "try to get some sleep, we'll be driving through a dream".

To learn ore about Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness, visit their website: http://www.andrewmcmahon.com/

EP of the Week - Junior Prom - Junior Prom

Junior Prom is the EP of the week! This EP is so high energy! Mark Solomich vocals are strong throughout each of the songs but there's a really cool tune to each that makes it memorable. I especially love that sort of trumpet sound they play periodically in Run Around The Back. I can't remember, did they play these songs at my junior prom? Or was it just whatever new song Katy Perry had put out? You may know this EP from their song Sheila Put The Knife Down, if not, that's fine because all their songs are great! Be sure to check out Big Timer, Run Around The Back and International.

To learn more about Junior Prom, visit their website: http://junior-prom.com/

Dreaming - Smallpools

This song is awesome. It has a cool dance beat that makes it lots of fun with a fabulous guitar rift that makes it rock. The singer, Sean Scanlon, almost makes the song sound like an older Passion Pit song. This video seems like fun until the guy keeps trying to leave the party and it begins to feel like Season one of American Horror Story. Excuse any spoilers. But it's still fun to watch.

To learn more about Smallpools, visit their website: http://smallpoolsmusic.com/

Band of the Week - Cherub

Their sound mostly seems to be summed up in one word: PARTY. Cherub is a duo from Tennessee made up of Jordan Kelly and Jason Huber. You probably know them from their fairly recent hit Doses and Mimosas. Their sound is commonly remixed and running wild with themes of crazy parties and girls. I love their break up song <3 They speak the truth! Some things do become distorted, but at least they're not afraid to speak their mind! This band is brash but they know how to slow it down for some songs. Yet they keep it to their own temp with their awesome sound and funny lyrics in songs like Strip to This. I suggest Monogamy, Freaky Me, Freaky You and Disco Shit. Lovely music.



To learn more about Cherub, visit their website: http://cherublamusica.com/home

Cheap Thrills - Junior Prom

Finally! A new single by Junior Prom! This song is just as good as their EP with a strong dance worthy beat. Their synthesized sounds make for an interesting flavor that always makes their songs seem so diverse yet have something to hold them together and make them unique.

To learn more about Junior Prom, visit their website: http://junior-prom.com/

Take Me to Church - Hozier

Hozier has a deep, strong voice that just empowers this entire song. Take Me to Church is not fragile. The lyrics are beautiful and poetic and absolutely do not go under appreciated as he is clear in this song. This song has some of my favorite lyrics ever which I'd like to point out, including how his lover "used to giggle at a funeral". Some may say that by falling in love, you are reinventing yourself with this other person as your guide to the new you.

To learn more about Hozier, visit his website: http://hozier.com/home/

Happy Idiot - TV on the Radio

This song has a good sound with some brutally honest lyrics. It's so much better not to know something, especially about an ex. It has a good dancing beat but it is also slow paced by the singer's, Tunde Adebimpe's somber expression. The video starts out kind of feeling like a car commercial but then picks up into Speed Racer on some really sad drugs. Even Doctor Who fans are almost guaranteed to love this music video as Karen Gillan plays that girl you just can't get off your mind or get over.

To learn more about TV on the Radio, visit their website: http://www.tvontheradioband.com/

Rhinestone Melodies - SomeKindaWonderful

Rhinestone Melodies by SomeKindaWonderful just came out yesterday! This song sounds so classic. It has a nice beachy theme but with a little bit of a heavier guitar. The song is so toe tapping good. It makes you want to dance, but not how the people dance these days with all their tweaking and grinding, it takes you back in time where there was actually dancing at school dances and dancing took more talent than just jumping up and down. I just want to put this on repeat because it just gives off such a strong happy and cheery vibe.

To learn more about SomeKindaWonderful, visit their website: http://somekindawonderful.com/home/

Medicine - The 1975

A new song from The 1975! It feels amazing when these guys get something new out! This song was developed for the new rescoring of the movie Drive. (Which I have not yet seen). The whole beginning is kind of dreamy. The guitar picks up and just carries you away. There aren't many lyrics in this song but they're bittersweet. How he has to leave but she is good for him like medicine. It's sad to leave someone who you rely on so much for happiness.

To learn more about The 1975, visit their website: http://the1975.com/

Creepy Song - Sonika

Happy Halloween! This is probably the only Halloween song I could think of. It's very techno pop, especially with the robot singer, Sonica. Congratulations if you can understand her completely without having to look up the lyrics. The lyrics actually tell a bit of a story I enjoy. The most memorable parts of this song seem to be the screams in the background and how the robot seems to have a sarcastic tone about people dying. Good job, Mr. Creeper.

To learn more about Sonika and the other Vocaloids, visit the website: http://www.vocaloid.com/en/

Album of the Week - Post-Nothing - The Japandroids

The Album of the Week is Post Nothing by Japandroids. It may be five years old but this album still rocks! The drummer, David Prowse is fantastic with his high intensity to go along with that loud guitar tune done by Brian King. Together, their vocals are great with their touch of rock, touch of pop sound. I realize that since this album, they've made newer and maybe even better ones, but this one is just special because I got it when it first came out and still love hearing their songs. The songs I suggest to you are Young Hearts Spark Fire, Wet Hair and Heart Sweats. I particularly love the lyrics from Heart Sweats. They're really cool and well thought out.

To learn more about Japandroids, visit their website: http://japandroids.com/

Bet My Life - Imagine Dragons

This starts off simple and the focus is mostly on the lyrics but with a little guitar and some strange noises but then picks up into something obviously Imagine Dragons. A strong chanting of slightly heart-wrenching lyrics. It has a nice toe tapping rhythm that won't let you down. Does anyone else think it kind of slightly sounds like American Authors?

To learn more about Imagine Dragons, visit their website: https://www.imaginedragonsmusic.com/

EP of the Week - Royal EP - The Royal Concept

This week's EP of the Week is Royal by The Royal Concept! I've been wanting to feature this EP for awhile on Album of the Week but it's not really an album so tada! EP of the Week! I do realize that David Larson is Swedish, but his voice does definitely have its own way that makes it unique and falls into place with the band's style that I do not think comes from just his accent. I first heard them from their song On Our Way, which it seems most people have. The intro of D-D-Dance immediately pumps me up with that fantastic and quick guitar tune so it is most certainly one of the songs I suggest from this EP! I also suggest giving a listen to World On Fire. Royal is a great EP and I can't wait for a full album!

To learn more about The Royal Concept, visit their website: http://www.theroyalconcept.com/

Fallingforyou - The 1975

This song is chill. It's slow paced and breathy and something about that makes me find myself falling for it. The first time I heard this song was actually when I went to my first concert which was The 1975 and Bad Suns. This song was so memorable in concert. The story of the lyrics speak to me as well. That Matty Healy is chasing after this girl, who is most likely older than him , judging by him trying to catch up to her in height and that she may just think of him as a little brother.

To learn more about The 1975, visit their website: http://the1975.com/

Beware of Dog - The Griswolds

I'd like to say that this song of the day goes out to about 90% of the people I know. Well, just one lyric. That one that kinda goes like "now you're fucking crazy". Yes, I'm most likely talking to you. Don't worry, we all are. On a more serious note, this is actually a lot of fun. The music is constant and steady but the vocals spice it up with their variation. The tune is so fun that some people say that the lyrics don't match, but just because you're crazy, doesn't mean the fun doesn't have to be sucked out of this song.

To learn more about The Griswolds, visit their website: http://blog.wearethegriswolds.com/

Torn Apart - Bastille

A new song from Bastille! They kick it off with a slightly mixed up techno jumble that smoothly transitions into their usual style of lyrics and, of course, Dan Smith's signature voice. This time, their sound is a little quicker paced with back beat that sounds like their own but with a good bit of help from Grades.

To learn more about Bastille, visit their website: http://www.bastillebastille.com/badblood_outnow/

Ready for NaNoWriMo?

It's coming! NaNoWriMo! November is National Novel Writing Month! Instead of not shaving your legs or facial hair, you can take the challenge and try to write 50,000 words in thirty days! I will be taking the challenge but I will not be exactly following the rules. I have five books I am working on and it would not exactly be a good idea to start a new one and rush through it just to celebrate the holiday. Instead, I will be writing short stories and posting them here on Fried Bebop (along with my usual posts). So either enjoy the stories or scroll by for your music. Here's the fun part! I will accept any and all story ideas you suggest to me. No matter how difficult. I'll write for any genre, even fan fiction if that's what you desire. Simply shoot me an email at friedbebop@gmail.com . Or, if you have a tumblr, send me a message at friedbebop.tumblr.com . I will start accepting story ideas now but will not begin posting until November first. Happy NaNoWriMo!

Luck - American Authors

Although you may know them from their hit song Best Day Of My Life, American Authors has created the best sound in their song Luck. Their style is so unique and the lyrics are very strong willed. How this has not been used in a movie trailer yet, I have no idea. It just seems like it would fit will in an indie movie trailer about a strong willed person who's going to turn the world upside down.

To learn more about American Authors, visit their website: http://weareamericanauthors.com/

Got To My Head - Waters

The constant guitar tune that starts right from the first second of this song keeps it balanced as it runs through its story of how this poor guy may have caught a case of the feels for this girl. After a few moments of a cool introduction, this song immediately picks up into a cool rock sound that never tired itself out. The music video is nice and swell with enough cute costume ideas for this Halloween if you're as stumped as me for ideas.

To learn more about Waters, visit their Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/waterswaters

How Can You Swallow So Much Sleep - Bombay Bicycle Club

This song is just so relaxing yet at the same time, this is my jam! The repetitiveness of certain lyrics does not tire itself out because the tune is unique and adds an extra rhythm, mixing itself up so it does not just stutter out the same rift. The music video is actually very cool. Dreams are so crazy and I love this little claymation guy's adventure. This song is out there just to let you know that sometimes a deep breath needs to be taken in and let out. Things can get tense, but you will always be able to find one moment to take a deep breath and that is all you need. And also, never miss sleep because your dreams will miss you.

To learn more about Bombay Bicycle Club, visit their website: http://bombaybicycleclubmusic.com

Down The Drain - Raw Fabrics

This song is great because it feels like it has that classic kind of rock sound but has changed it up. The music video is creative if not weird at times. The metaphors are strong and easy to understand when they write "dreams" on the cake and "influence" on the guy's shirt. They stepped out of the box a bit when they went against the grain and encouraged a big N-O to drugs in this song which is pretty cool because if the D.A.R.E. Program actually went to schools showing this, maybe less kids would fall asleep in class. Raw Fabrics is a small band based in LA that actually rocks and is climbing up to the top. The band consists of Jack B. Franco as vocalist, Justus Dixon as bassist, and Jon Fredrik as the drummer.

To learn more about Raw Fabrics, visit their website: rawfabricsmusic.com

Morning Parade - Band of the Week

Morning Parade is an English band consisting of five members that have been together since around 2007. Their name originated from when Phil Titus and Steve Sparrow both worked as a plasterer and laborer, they would have to travel a lot and put in lots of early mornings for their jobs. They would refer to this as the "Morning Parade". This was how the first two actually met before they started a band together. Their sound is a type of Indie rock that sounds a little rough on top but with a smooth center if that makes any sense. I say that because their initial sound is definitely a rock type, but underneath all that you can hear smooth and soothing synthesized tunes. As far as I can see, they have two albums out right now, Morning Parade and Pure Adulterated Joy. I initially heard them from their song Alienation, but I've seen that their most popular song is Headlights so you may know them from that song. I suggest listening to Carousel, Reality Dream and Under The Stars.

To learn more about Morning Parade, visit their website: www.morningparade.com

Things We Lost In The Fire - Bastille

This song is just so catchy. Bastille commonly talks about dark things and is very contemplative in their lyrics and they do not skimp in this song. Despite it's dark lyrics, this song has a strong tribal beat with the chanting chorus. It's the type of song you'll hear once and you'll find it catching itself in your head later at random moments. The music video is gloomy and fits in with their song and entire theme. But if the girl in the video is one of the things that he lost in the fire, is this just a sequel of Rihanna and Eminem's music video Love The Way You Lie? Not that Dan Smith or any of the boys in Bastille would be abusive to their girlfriends.

To learn more about Bastille, visit their website: http://www.bastillebastille.com/badblood_outnow/

All of the People - Panama Wedding

 

This song keeps up a nice cheery tune with a cool techno sound during the chorus. The message is sung so pleasantly yet is about the unpleasantness of growing up and living in cities full of people. The whole world full of "hurry up and wait". The music video is pretty cool with an extra dash of humor with the bathroom guy. In case you don't like your sound messed with by a video though, I'm also posting a lyric video. It's one of a few I've seen that actually make sense with the lyrics and displaying the lyrics on the suitcases was a nice touch.

To learn more about Panama Wedding, visit their website: http://panamawedding.bandcamp.com/

Reflections - Misterwives

The lead singer in this song, Mandy Lee, has an absolutely gorgeous voice. She sounds so sweet but balances it out enough that it isn't too ridiculously sweet. The awesome techno rhythm makes this song extremely difficult to sit still while listening to. The lyrics are actually fabulously poetic in away. I especially love the opening stanza of how he didn't exactly tell her she had no chance to be with him. The music video is tons of fun! It's funny how I feel like this is my school every day... like how the other day we couldn't take an essay test because one student couldn't write due to his inflatable costume that overflowed onto the desk. Stay weird, my friends.

To lean more about Misterwives, visit their website: http://misterwives.com/

Human After All - Twin Atlantic

This song is great with the strong guitar rifts that blast all throughout it. The intensity is set on high from the first sound you hear. This song particularly stands out because the chorus is great and is made even more memorable by the Scottish accent that Sam McTrusty has that does not fade at all in his singing voice like most singers with an accent. It makes the song sound like more than just a heavily guitared alternative rock song especially with the lyrics. The music video is eye catching and dark with such props as the animal masks and filters. Excuse the explicitness of this song.

To learn more about Twin Atlantic, visit their website: http://www.twinatlantic.com/

Album of the Week - Vessel - Twenty One Pilots

This week's Album of the Week is Vessel by Twenty One Pilots. Vessel becomes an addiction. Twenty One Pilots masterfully switches between sounds so much that when I suggest them to a friend and they ask what it sounds like, my reply comes out like gibberish so let's just settle on calling it Alternative. Surprisingly, the group only consists of two musicians, Tyler Joseph and Josh Dun. Both from Columbus, Ohio. Their lyrics are crazy brilliant and catchy. You may know them from Car Radio, the song that sounds beautiful with his overlaying dark thoughts worded in a clever rap that turns into intense screamo in a spot then calms down again. You could also know them from House of Gold, not my favorite song of theirs but it is sweet. You should definitely check out Guns For Hands, Screen and Fake You Out but if you're like me, that won't be enough so it's a good thing that their entire album rocks. Before I leave, I've read that someone had compared his singing voice to the hilarious comedian Aziz Ansari and I can hear the similarities. If you're not familiar with his work, in a few shows, he's sung as part of a few of his jokes, (you can check out his comedy sets on Netflix). I definitely call for a comedic genius collaboration between the two!

To learn more about Twenty One Pilots, visit their website:  http://www.twentyonepilots.com/