Godley & Creme - The History Mix Volume 1

Genre: New Wave, Synthpop

Buy: $16 on Amazon 

In Less Than 10 Words: A little less 10cc, a little more New Order

Top Tracks: Cry, Golden Boy, Side A in it's entirety

This is a gem. Whether you are a fan of New Wave or fan of 10cc (Hotlegs), The Magic Lanterns, or music video directors. Kevin Godley and Lol Creme have done it all. Their presents in the states flies under the radar for the most, but the single, Cry, off this album did have it's time in the sun at one point. This record starts off with kick ass dancey remix of prior songs strung together like it was done by modern DJs simply dubbed Wet Rubber Soup which is followed by a remix of the single Cry, before you flip it to hear the actual single! It's a really fun album to have and it's full of surprises. The flip side takes things down a notch, but it a good way. It's different because though it's still synthy, it's a lot more mellow, along with the single version of Cry. Take a chance on this one, you won't be able to find it on Spotify at the moment, so if you find it for cheap (got mine for $5), I'd grab it!

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Recreating the original video is an amazing rendition by super group Gayngs. Check it out, and if you haven't yet, check out Gayngs which is comprised of members of Bon Iver, Doomtree, P.O.S., Polica, Har Mar Superstar, the Rosebuds, and many more!

LOCALS ONLY: Free Charles Bradley Concert

Date: 9/11/14 at 7pm
Venue: Santa Monica Pier

As the summer draws to an end (and hopefully along with it the weather) you can end it with bang. The last concert of the Twilight Concert series is a soulful funky amazing treat. The kids might be back in school now, so hopefully that will lower the crowds. Still, you'd probably want to get their early to find parking or Uber. It's going to be a great show and a great way to end this season.

$1 Bin: A Man and A Woman OST

Genre: Pop/Jazz/Soundtrack

Buy: Discogs

In Less Than 10 Words: French New Wave dancing and snapping will ensue.

Top Tracks: Un Homme Et Une Femme, Samba Saravah, Aujourd'hui C'est Toi, Plus Fort Que Nous

While flipping through those $1 bins you may or may not stumble upon this bright pink treasure. Even if you have or have not seen the movie, you'll probably recognize the title track, Un Homme Et Une Femme, in either it's instrumental or vocal version. It was nominated for an Oscar for best original song and is used in numerous commercials in Finland. Co-Writer of the film, Pierre Barouh, who also played the deceased husband, sings on the track Samba Saravah, which is a cover of a Brazilian song Samba da Bencao (written by Baden Powell). Much like OST, the music ranges from the different moods that film goes through. You will find intensity and drama with the instrumental Aujourd'hui C'est Toi, while in the vocal version you will find beauty with the lounge singing. If you are a movie buff or are just looking for some great world music, this is a perfect find for a $1. Check it out.

Happy Hunting!

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An obvious choice, check out the movie. You won't be able to find it streaming on Amazon or Netflix, but you can rent it for $2.99 on Google Play.

LOCALS ONLY: RX Bandit's Play Fingerprints for Free

Date: 9/21/14
Address: 420 E. Fourth St., Long Beach 90802

Ska band RX Bandits are back from their hiatus with a new album and they are doing a free show at Fingerprints in Long Beach. Their new album Gemini, Her Majesty is out, and if you buy it at Fingerprints you will be put on a priority guest list for the event and you'll get an event poster as well.

While you are at it, check out the RX Bandit's Facebook for a free download.

LOCALS ONLY: Free Allah-Las Concert at Amoeba

From Allah-Las Facebook

Any plans in the next hour? If you missed them at the Santa Monica Pier with Ok Go you have another chance, but you have to act quickly. They are doing a free concert at Amoeba at 5:00 pm today in Hollywood. Sorry for the late post!

Folk Fridays: Red House Painters - Songs for a Blue Guitar

Genre: Folk Rock

Buy: Discogs $48

In Less Than 10 Words: Mark Kozelek's beautiful music adds some rock guitar.

Top Tracks: Have You Forgotten, Song For a Blue Guitar, All Mixed Up, Revelation Big Sur, Make Like Paper

I was lucky enough to find this on eBay for only $20! If you are fan of Red House Painters, you'll notice that this album shares a lot of the same qualities, but also some newer sounds. Mark Kozelek was even quoted as wanting to release it as a solo record rather than Red House Painters. The time of the albums release has some crazy history behind it, as it was when they were dropped from their label 4AD. Luckily it was released later by Supreme Recordings, which was owned by non other than John Hughes (thanks Mr Hughes!). While the entire album is great, even the insane guitar solo driven cover of Paul McCartney and Wing's Silly Love Songs, the main reason this album is so magical is the opening track Have You Forgotten. It's so tender and well written, you'll find it hard to get past it. The album contains other covers too, the Cars' All Mixed Up is probably the strongest, but Yes' Long Distance Run is also great. And while Red House Painters keep their soft "sadcore" esthetic, this album also introduces a few songs that have heavy rock driven guitar with insanely jam-y solos. Make Like Paper is a fine example of this. If you find this record, grab it quickly and love it tender (as you can see mine is still in it's shrink wrap). The vinyl version wasn't released until 2009 by Plain Recordings on a heavyweight vinyl, with 500 being blue. 

Good luck finding this one, and Happy Hunting.

Vote for Vanguard Records RSD 2015 ReIssues

From Vanguard Record's Facebook

Record Store Day seems like months away, but that doesn't mean you still can't participate in it. Vanguard Records, known for it's Blues and Folk artists, is doing a poll to see which 5 reissues will be released next year. You can vote here.

Some notable releases include Charlie Musselwhite's Stand Back, Junior Wells' It's My Life, Baby, Country Joe & The Fish's Together and Doc & Merle Watson's Ballads From Deep Gap.

Vote now!

LOCALS ONLY: Record Parlour $1 Sale

The Record Parlour's Facebook

Date: 9/6 - 9/7/14

Starts: 10:30am

Address: 6408 Selma Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90028

Man oh man do I love this monthly sale. Over 5000+ LPs and 12" from all genres will be out Saturday and Sunday this weekend. Plus a bunch of vintage gear like amps, speakers, and turntables from the 1960's - 90s. And like before, you'll receive a $20 Guitar Center gift card with a purchase of $20 or more (while supplies last). If you haven't been before, it's pretty amazing and you'll find rare finds and great records for only $1. Worth the drive! Don't miss out.

Happy Hunting!

Minus the Bear - Highly Refined Pirates

Genre: Math Rock
Buy: Amazon for $21.29, Various Priced Versions on Discogs
In Less Than 10 Words: Insane math guitar licks with silly track names.
Top Tracks: Absinthe Party at the Fly Honey Warehouse, Get Me Naked 2: Electric Boogaloo, Spritz!! Spritz!!, I Lost All My Money At the Cock Fights

Seeing The Blood Brothers at FYF made me very nostalgic to bands I listened to in High School, and the albums they put out then. One of my favorite bands back then was Minus the Bear. Sadly, my love for them has grown apart, and they have been putting out more and more records. But a few records store days back, when I found Highly Refined Pirates in a sales pile, I had to pick it up. And I have to stay, this record still holds strong. With a mixture of hard math rock like Spritz!! Spritz!!, Women We Haven't Met Yet, and Thanks For The Killer Game of Crisco Twister, to the soft ambient melodies of I Lost All My Money at the Cock Fights and We Are Not a Football Team, this record has something for everyone. The top track by far is one of my favorite drinking songs to date, Absinthe Party at the Fly Honey Warehouse. The record itself comes in a variety of different pressed colors, from black, blue (I own blue), green, orange, red, tie-dye purple, and many others, making open up a sealed record really fun. If you like great tunes, nostalgia, or bands like Pinback, you'll like this record.

Happy Hunting!

Modest Mouse Re-Issue Pre Order!

Photo From Glacial Pack Online Store

Finally! The much sought after Lonesome Crowded West and This Is A Long Drive For Someone With Nothing To Think About are getting released on vinyl again! They will be coming out Nov 4 and Oct 28 for only $14.00 each! EDIT: They Are $22 each. But you can preorders yours now on Modest Mouse official website! Also coming out to accompany the records are a 7" for each, the LCW contains Too Many Fiestas For Ruben and an alt version of Cowboy Dan, while TIALDFSWNTTA (geez) contains White Lies, Yellow Teeth and Buttons to Push Buttons. They will be $10 each.

For the savvy shopper who loves Modest Mouse but doesn't have enough albums, there is also a Re-Issues Pack, that include the two records, The Fruit That Ate Itself, and Sad Sappy Sucker for only $70 (that's a savings of 20%).

Happy Hunting!