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AAA Music heart Pad & Pen Records
A few days ago we announced we were working with Danish label Pad & Pen Records. The label have put out some brilliant releases in Denmark from bands like Talons and Mimas to name but a few. Now they're ready to make their mark on the UK, with a flurry of releases planned after the summer.
Music website AAA Music have featured information about the label on their website along with a video (Mimas' "Vader In Burgos") and downloadable online sampler.
You can also listen to Pad & Pen's online sampler on the ABoF Soundcloud page.
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Mimas in AU Magazine’s “Albums of 2010”!
Our very own Mimas have made it to number 24 in AU Magazine's Albums of 2010 feature. The band have beat top indie favourites Yeasayer, Field Music and Ariel Pink with the magazine saying the band's second album Lifejackets is "one of 2010's most absorbing releases."
The band released Lifejackets this year receiving praise from NME.com, The 405, Rock Sound and The Line of Best Fit.
The album is available now at all good record stores and digital outlets.
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ABoF: A year in videos!
This year, many bands on a smaller budget took the creative bull by the horns, struck out on their own and produced a plethora of brilliant DIY / independent videos. We're very proud of the video content our bands have produced this year, each reflecting the bands' personality and artistic flavour.We thought we'd round-up some of our roster's best videos and list them for you right here. If you can't see the embedded videos in this newsletter, there are also direct links to the band's YouTube pages.
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Ex Libras - Underachiever
Underachiever was the second single released from Ex Libras terrific debut album Suite(s). The video was shot and directed by Ex Libras' front man Amit Sharma, at an amateur boxing match featuring his younger brother.
The lights in the background flicker with the steady, fluttering beats whilst the slowed down action of the match itself matches the song's epic intensity.
If you'd like to see more videos by Ex Libras, their YouTube channel is the place to visit. You can watch all their music videos, video diaries, live performances and the fantastic documentary "To Build A Studio".
The first single from Suite(s) - Radar - is available to stream and download below but if you're having problems viewing the Soundcloud waveform you can download it directly from our Soundcloud page.
Radar by abadgeoffriendship
Esperi - Snowman
The track "Snowman" is the b-side of Esperi's (aka Chris Lee-Marr) gorgeous Christmas single Made For Life. The single was released this week (December 6th) via Olive Grove Records and the limited edition physical copies already selling out fast.
The video for "Snowman" is a lovely reflection of the song's intimate beauty and a perfect backdrop to one of winter's most wonderful pleasures - building a snowman in your very own back garden.
Esperi recently released the free MP3 "Dialled". If you can't see the Soundcloud waveform below, you can download it directly from our Soundcloud page.
Esperi - Dialled by abadgeoffriendship
Mimas - Vader in Burgos
Mimas are our favourite Danish indie oddballs! They released their second album Lifejackets this year on Big Scary Monsters and the NME.com quickly picked up on their greatness featuring them on the website.
"Vader in Burgos" is a track from the aforementioned album and it shows the band in their natural state - running around like loonies in animal costumes!
"La Moustache Formidable" and "Application" are available to download from our Soundcloud page or you can listen to them below.
Mimas - Lifejackets by abadgeoffriendship
Moulettes - Devil of Mine
Moulettes released their self-titled debut album on Balling the Jack at the tail-end of the summer. The track "Devil of Mine" was released as a video and it's like watching a eerily gorgeous fairytale unfold into before your very eyes. The album was well received with great reviews online and in print (The Independent sung them praises).
The track "Talisman" was released as a free download. If you can't see it below, you can download it from our Soundcloud page.
Talisman by abadgeoffriendship
Phantom - Voodoo Romantic
Voodoo Romantic was the free single released from Phantom's debut album Smoke & Mirrors - a debut which gained critical acclaim from the likes of TheQuietus.com and Classic Rock Prog amongst others.
The video is very minimal, and focusses on the darker element of the band and their love of artists such as Man Ray. Directed by Dan Donovan, the it's more of an art piece than a traditional music video.
If you can't see the video below, you can view it on Phantom's YouTube channel.
Voodoo Romantic can be downloaded from our Soundcloud page or you can stream and download it below.
Voodoo Romantic by abadgeoffriendship
Tango in the Attic - Sketch by Quentin Blake
Everyone's favourite, sunny indie boys, Tango in the Attic, released their last single this year - Sketch by Quentin Blake. It's the second from their debut long player, Bank Place Locomotive Society which reached the number one spot this summer in the Amazon Indie Download Chart.
If you can't see the video below, you can check it out on the band's YouTube channel.
The Unkindness of Ravens - Prototype
The Unkindness of Ravens are a brilliant amalgamation of electro meets rock meets your new future sound of 2011! Nina and Ben have been working hard releasing singles Dead Air and White Road, culminating in the release of their debut EP I Used To Be So Pretty.
The sexy duo are prolific in their DIY video making and their YouTube channel is updated constantly. Below is the video for "Prototype", a free track which was released from the EP. This is Barbarella meets 2011 with an electro clash n' bang!
"Prototype" is available to download from our Soundcloud page or you can stream and download it below.
The Unkindness of Ravens - Prototype by abadgeoffriendship
Union Sound Set - Cause And Resolve
A change of name, a debut album - Start/Stop - and two singles in the bag, yes, Union Sound Set did exceptionally well during the last half of 2010. BBC Radio 1's Fearne Cotton and the 519 Show picked-up on the band, the rock press were singing them praises and the online community rose to show their support as the band also embarked upon a short UK tour to support the album release.
The video for Cause And Resolve is simply majestic. It definitely sets a place for the band amongst the cream of the indie elite. You can also view the band's other videos on their YouTube channel.
What Would Jesus Drive - Your Awful Kids
What Would Jesus Drive are bringing back good old-fashioned pop punk back to music. Their first video for The Girls Are In Charge was a tongue-in-cheek, quirky animated piece, but it's with Your Awful Kids, where we get a sense of where the band may take us in 2011.
What Would Jesus Drive's band's YouTube channel is the best place to grab all their latest video content.
Your Awful Kids is available to download now via our Soundcloud page or you can stream and download it below.
WWJD - Your Awful Kids by abadgeoffriendship
Snaevar (Mimas) in Acoustic Magazine
Mimas' Snaevar is in this month's Acoustic Magazine.He chats about his acoustic heroes and geeks out over pedals and finger picking style. Snaevar's solo project is Dad Rocks and expect to see him hit the UK again early next year.
Mimas released their second album Lifejackets in October. It's available to buy from the Big Scary Monsters website.
Two tracks from the album - "Application" and "La Moustache Formidable" are available to listen to via our Soundcloud page.
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Videos from Ex Libras & Mimas featured on Eye See Sound’s “Heads Up”
If you haven't seen the videos for Ex Libras' "Underachiever" or Mimas' "Vadar In Burgos", then when you've finished winter insulating the rock you're currently living under, you should really check them both out on the new episode of "Heads Up" over at Eye See Sound.
Check them both out, in stereo and full colour, HERE
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Mimas album Lifejackets reviewed at The Digital Fix
There's no denying that there's a lot of love out there for Mimas, and who are we to deny you your weekly fix of praise for their debut album, Lifejackets?
This time, The Digital Fix weighs in with their review, awarding Lifejackets an impressive 7/10.
Read the full review HERE
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Free Mimas download from Clash Magazine
Clash Magazine are being exceptionally generous and have started giving away a free Mimas track - La Moustache Formidable. All you need to do for the download to become available is click HERE, and like Clash Magazine's Facebook page.
Now, you can't say fairer than that.
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Free Mimas Track/Live Review!
Alt-rock powerhouses Mimas have gone down a storm in recent times with the release of brilliant album Lifejackets and a UK tour which has resulted in more love being showered on the Danes.
If you haven't heard the band yet you should definitely give them a good 'ol listen at Punk Rock Ist Nicht Tot who have been kind enough to include the track "Le Moustache Formidable" on their website.
Mimas have also been included in The 405 review for the SŵN Festival in Cardiff. With the band mainly performing songs from the recent album, such as "Application" and "Manflu", The 405 state that the band "certainly live up to the high expectations."
Lifejackets is available to buy from The Big Scary Monsters store.
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Mimas Album Reviews in The Line of Best Fit and Contactmusic.com!
Marvelous Danish band Mimas have continued to receive kind words for their recently released second album Lifejackets.
The Line of Best Fit give the band a rousing review stating:
"It’s sometimes dreamy, sometimes catchy, and sometimes just downright weird – butLifejackets is a credit to the BSM label and it’s a sign of this band, well, ‘growing up’ and finding their footwork, which they definitely display with confidence." - The Line of Best Fit
You can read the full review HERE.
Next up Contactmusic.com form comparisons with the likes of American Football and Owls stating:
"... the band's jazzy rhythm section augment the songs with some fleet-footed playing, subtly showing off their impressive musicianship. There are nice rhythmic touches throughout, from the excitable hand-claps at the start of 'Application' to the gently loping bassline of stand-out track 'Vader'." - Contactmusic.com
You can read the full review HERE.
Lifejackets is available to buy from The Big Scary Monsters store.
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New Releases - 4 Great Albums from 4 Great Bands, available NOW
The October weather might be colder than a penguin's bum, but everything's hot, hot, hot in this month's new album releases.Our favourite boys from Denmark, Mimas, have released Lifejackets, their second album via Big Scary Monsters. After receiving such a positive response from the press, we're very excited to find out what their fans think. Check out album tracks La Moustache Formidable and Application on our Soundcloud page.
Union Sound Set's long awaited debut album, Start/Stop, released on Mighty Atom, hits iTunes today. Get yourself a dose of pumping UK Post Rock to keep the flu at bay this Halloween. Check out the whole album on our Soundcloud page.
Shining stars of aBoF TV, the London based Shield Your Eyes, follow up their impressive debut with Theme From Kindness, via Function Records. You can pick this up on CD or vinyl from our very good friends at Recordstore.co.uk. Check out album track, Too Little Has Been Good For The Soul on our Soundcloud page. Check out album track, The Science of Gambling, on our Soundcloud page.
Last, but by no means least, Moneytree complete their triptych by releasing The Great Indoors Part III via Sotones. Once again, they've managed to capture the magic that makes them such an amazing band to watch live.
All of these albums are available for download via iTunes.
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Mimas Album Scores 11/13 in Room Thirteen!
Mimas have been given yet another outstanding review for their up and coming album, this time scoring 11/13 on the website Room Thirteen.
"With 'Lifejackets', they have produced some highly appealing indie/post-rock that flows to your ears and lightly tickles the senses. Each song providing an intriguing tale to brighten your day." - Room Thirteen
You can read the review in full HERE.
The band are currently touring the UK to promote their second album, released via Big Scary Monsters. To keep up to date with their full tour schedule, check out the bands Myspace page.
If you are in London you should come along and see the band perform at The Luminaire on October 26th where they will be supported by two brilliant bands in the shape of Ex Libras and Union Sound Set.
If you want a bit of a Lifejackets teaser, then click HERE to download two tracks from the album.
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Mimas review in The 405
We're very pleased to report that Mimas new album, Lifejackets, has just received an 8/10 review from The 405. Check out the full review HERE.
The band are currently touring the UK to promote their second album, released via Big Scary Monsters, so now's a great time to catch them live. Check out their full tour schedule, via the bands myspace HERE.
Mimas seem to happily exist in a world of what I would describe as textual indie-rock.- The 405
We're personally looking forward to their London show at the Luminaire on October 26th, with Ex Libras and Union Sound Set. It's sure to be an amazing show. Make sure you don't miss out and buy your tickets HERE.
If you want a bit of a Lifejackets teaser, then click HERE to download two tracks from the album.
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Mimas in the Press and Uk Tour Starts Today!
Danish sensations Mimas are about to embark on their UK tour today in preparation for the release of the exquisite album Lifejackets.
The band have already received some brilliant reviews so far and the praise looks set to continue with another couple of fine write ups from the music press. First up The Tidal Wave of Indifference had some kind words to say about the band comparing them with Death Cab for Cutie:
"Lifejackets is a different beast. It doesn’t completely leave behind post rock – if you strip away Snævar Njáll Albertsson’s vocals there’s plenty of chiming guitars in the mix and the intro to Rotting Rodents will see many a chin stroked - but what the band have become is more akin to a Death Cab for Cutie that doesn’t take itself too seriously." - The Tidal Wave of Indifference
You can read the full article, including some words from the band itself, HERE.
Alter the Press gave Mimas a particularly great review with the band gaining a score of 4.5/5!
"...'Lifejackets' is a superb achievement, its ability to (nearly) flow with ease and to hook you in from start to finish is refreshing. The bands open approach, and musicianship leaves you captivated, From the indie-pop sensibility of 'La Moustache' to the closing delicate piano notes of 'Relationship', Mimas have exceeded in expectations." - Alter The Press
You can read the article in full HERE.
Mimas will be playing a number of shows in the UK over the next week. The tour begins tonight in Canterbury where the band will be playing at The Orange Street Music Club and culminates with a final show in the big smoke of London at The Luminaire. To keep up to date with the forthcoming tour check out the bands Myspace page.
To get you in the mood both Alter The Press and Panic Dots have made some tracks from the up and coming album available for download absolutely free! You can download "Application" and "Le Moustache Formidable" from the Alter the Press website and "Le Moustache Formidable" is also available on the Panic Dots website as their 'Track of the Day'.
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Mimas Video and Tour Dates on Clash!
Brilliant Danish band Mimas have had their new video for the track "Vader In Burgos" featured on Clash!
You can also check out where and when the band will be playing in a venue near you as they embark on a tour of the UK this October.
You can watch the video and read the feature in full HERE.
Mimas will be releasing their second album Lifejackets via Big Scary Monsters on October 25th 2010. They will be touring the UK prior to the release and land in London on October 26th at The Luminaire supported by our very own Union Sound Set and Ex Libras.
Check out Mimas' tour dates HERE.
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Mimas Album Scores 8/10 in AU Magazine!
The wonderful Mimas have received an excellent review from AU for their forthcoming album Lifejackets, gaining a score of 8/10!
"Danish trio Mimas’s second album positively revels in its own glorious instrumental interplay, floating serenely over the chasm between post-rock and indie in a way not seen since the heyday of US figureheads American Football." - AU
You can read the review in full HERE.
Lifejackets will be released via Big Scary Monsters on October 25th 2010. The band also plan to tour the UK in October to support the release. They land in London on October 26th at The Luminaire supported by our very own Union Sound Set and Ex Libras.
Check out Mimas' tour dates HERE.
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Mimas Video for “Vader in Burgos” featured on NME website!
Danish band Mimas have had their new video for the track "Vader in Burgos" featured on the NME website! This follows on from last week when the song "La Moustache Formidable" was the NME's Daily Download.
You can watch the video in full HERE.
To read the full article and grab the download of "La Moustach Formidable" click HERE.
Lifejackets will be released via Big Scary Monsters on October 25th 2010. The band also plan to tour the UK in October to support the release. They land in London on October 26th at The Luminaire supported by our very own Union Sound Set and Ex Libras.
Check out Mimas' tour dates HERE.
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Mimas - Today’s NME “Daily Download”!
What a wonderful start to a dreary September morning. Awesome Danish boys Mimas are today's Daily Download on the NME's website. Not only do you get the chance to download "La Moustache Formidable" from their forthcoming second album Lifejackets but you also get to download a track from their first album as well - "Mac Get Your Gear".
Read the full article and grab the downloads HERE.
Lifejackets will be released via Big Scary Monsters on October 25th 2010. The band also plan to tour the UK in October to support the release. They land in London on October 26th at The Luminaire supported by our very own Union Sound Set and Ex Libras.
Check out Mimas' tour dates HERE.
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