Ghostland Observatory’s third album Robotique Majestic was released today. After several listenings to the 10 tracks this afternoon it seems to fall in line with their other two. Their are three instrumentals (tracks 1, 8, 10) which are great. I only like a few of the other tracks though No Place For Me, Dancing On My Grave and the title track Robotique Majestique. This latest offering doesn’t seem as danceable or fun as Paparazzi Lighting or delete.delete.i.eat.meat. Don’t get me wrong, I like it, just not as much as the their previous works. Their sold out show on Friday will be the last time you’ll be able to see them in Austin for a little while. So if you have tickets, have a great time.
Here’s the new music releases for this week and there’s something for almost everyone. BTW, I’ll be back this afternoon with another post about the new Ghostland Observatory.
Goldfrapp - Seventh Tree - High soaring dreamy female vocals from this band out of the UK. Electronic folk music.
Erica Badu - New Amerykah Part One - R&B with some funky bits sprinkled on top of Erica’s powerful and unique voice. She is a native of Dallas and has a few shows scheduled there soon.
The Afters - Never Going Back to O.K. - Clean Pop/Rock - Christian Band from Dallas.
Tift Merrit - Another Country - Indie Folk/Alternative Country. Tift voice reminds me of Emmylou Harris. She will be at the Parish first on 3/15 for SXSW and back on April 21.
Punch Brothers - Punch - Bluegrass/Folk - Chris Thile of Nickle Creek fame has started another band this one is a 5 piece. If you are into mandolin, banjo, violin, and some acoustic guitar this would be right up your ally. Chris sings on some songs too.
Pete Rock - NY’s Finest - Hip Hop/Rap - Of Pete Rock and CL Smooth fame. Rock has been one of the top producers of rap and hip hop in New York working with some of the best artist in this genre. As an expert on the decks he’s bringin some great beats and hooks. He has also plenty of guest rappers too.
Vallejo - Thicker Than Water - Rock with Latin tendencies. This Austin act has been around for many years, had various lineup changes but the core of AJ, Alejandro, and Omar are still there making solid rock music. They have several central Texas concert dates coming up if you want to see them. They typically put on guitar driven, energic performances for their loyal fans.
I didn’t get a chance to listen to Janet Jackson or Rocket from the Crypt but they have new music out today as well.
I’ll be back later this afternoon with a review of the new Ghostland Observatory, Robotique Majastique.
