Bombay Bicycle Club - How We Are

Artist: Bombay Bicycle Club
Album: How We Are
Genre: Indie Rock
Origin: London, England
Year: 2007
Myspace: www.myspace.com/bombaybicycleclub

Pixel Pyro's Rating: 8.5/10

Hot Tracks: "How Are You", "Maybe More"


Buy It: Amazon

Look See Proof - Between Here And There

Artist: Look See Proof
Album: Between Here And There
Genre: Indie Rock
Origin: Hertfordshire, UK
Year: 2008
Myspace: www.myspace.com/lookseeproof

Pixel Pyro's Rating: 7/10

Hot Tracks: "Casualty", "Obstruction"

Buy It: Amazon

Pixels Pick #6 (The Music, The Appleseed Cast, Bear Colony, Coldplay, Sigur Ros)

Busy as a bee can be. Sometimes routine can be good, to get you organised and into a rhythm. And sometimes routine can be tiring and dishearting as it drags you down with all the tasks you have to complete each week with little rest and return.

Take some time from your routine and relax to these.

Heima - Sigur Ros

Vision - The Music

Poseidon - The Appleseed Cast

Sharks - Bear Colony

Obstruction - Look See Proof

N*E*R*D - Seeing Sounds

Artist: N*E*R*D
Album: Seeing Sounds
Genre: Funk, Hip-Hop
Origin: Virginia, United States
Year: 2008
Myspace: www.myspace.com/nerdofficial

Pixel Pyro's Rating: 7.5/10


Pharrell William's leads the all mighty N*E*R*D with a new album called 'Seeing Sounds'. It has been a good four years since Pharrell Williams, Chad Hugo and Shay Haley have put out a record together.

The lead single from the record, called "Everyone Nose" has recieved mixed reviews and is about girls who use cocaine in club toilets. Williams, who has spoken to many interviewers to promote their upcoming record has stated they made the record "... for people who pledge allegiance to our movement." and are "not doing this for the money".

Hot Tracks: "Sooner Or Later", "Everyone Nose"

Buy It: Amazon

Sigur Rós - Með Suð í Eyrum Við Spilum Endalaust

Artist: Sigur Rós
Album: Með Suð í Eyrum Við Spilum Endalaust

Genre: Ambient, Progressive, Experimental
Origin: Reykjavík, Iceland
Year: 2008
Myspace: www.myspace.com/sigurros

Pixel Pyro's Rating: 9/10

Sigur Ros have now finally streamed their new album online on their homepage. I am yet to listen to all the tracks in the album order but so far it seems a splendid album with all the classic trademarks of a Sigur Ros' album. Most of you would of already heard Gobbledigook a few weeks ago, as it was released as a free single. The next track on the album is featured as one of the hot tracks in my opinion, it is called "Inní mér syngur vitleysingur". Its upbeat tempo, instrumental use of violins, xylophone, bass, trumpets and uplifting bridge of Hopelandic lyrics makes this track one of the feel good tracks on the album.

In this album the group finishes off with a track titled "All Alright" which comprises of slow piano and Jonsii singing in english for the first time in a Sigur Ros song.

Hot Tracks: "Inní mér syngur vitleysingur", "Suð í eyrum", "Góðan daginn"

Buy It: Amazon

Coldplay - Viva la Vida or Death and All His Friends

Artist: Coldplay
Album: Viva la Vida or Death and All His Friends
Genre: Alternative Rock, Acoustic
Origin: London, England
Year: 2008
Myspace: www.myspace.com/coldplay

Pixel Pyro's Rating: 8.5/10

The kings of 'soft rock' are back with a new record titled "Viva la Vida or Death and All His Friends". 'Voilet Hill' was originally released as the first single and was given away as a free MP3 download from the Coldplay website.

Chris Martin did originally record a duet with Kylie Minogue, for the new record, called 'Luna', but he decided that the track was 'too sexy' for Viva la Vida and it will appear on their next album in late 2009.

Just remember to always viva la vida (live the life), have a top weekend!

Hot Tracks: "Death and All His Friends/The Escapist", "Lost?", "Yes!"

Buy It: Amazon

Bear Colony - We Came Here To Die

Artist: Bear Colony
Album: We Came Here To Die
Genre: Indie Rock, Electronica
Origin: Arkansas, United States
Year: 2007
Myspace: www.myspace.com/bearcolony

Pixel Pyro's Rating: 8/10

Bear Colony is a music project consisting of many artists and was original created by Vince Griffin after being misdiagnosed with Crohns Disease. Their debut album called 'We Came Here To Die' has many great tracks including the electronic "Hospital Rooms Aren't For Lovers" and the smooth guitar riff and violin track called "Im Not Brave".

This album sounds fresh and Bear Colony have their own distinct sound in all their songs. Their music could be describe as Radiohead meeting Death Cab For Cutie for a few quiet beers on Christmas Eve.

Hot Tracks: "Hospital Rooms Aren't For Lovers", "Im Not Brave", "Sharks"

Buy It: Amazon

The Music - Strength In Numbers

Artist: The Music
Album: Strength In Numbers
Genre: Alternative Rock, Indie Rock
Origin: Leeds, England
Year: 2008
Myspace: www.myspace.com/themusic

Pixel Pyro's Rating: 8.5/10

Strength In Number's is The Music's third studio album and it has been some time coming since Welcome To The North was released in 2004. The long wait has been due to several factors including Rob Harvey's battle with depression.

This album has many unique sides for new and old The Music fans. "Idle" is a mellow smooth track which discusses single life and "The Spike" is an upbeat track which leads into a song called "Drugs". Definately a top album which should please all The Music albums.

Hot Tracks: "Idle", "The Spike", "Drugs"

Buy It: Amazon

Pixels Pick #5 (Sigur Rós, Mew, Anthem In, Pneuma, The Appleseed Cast)

Another selection of random tracks from Pixel Pyro's fire. With Sigur Rós bringing out a new album I had to add a favourite of late. Mew should have a new record coming out soon as they have nearly finished recording and mixing in NY. Enjoy the tracks fellow Pyros.

Í Gær - Sigur Rós

Comforting Sounds - Mew

Photograph - Anthem In

8105 - Pneuma

Mare Mortis - The Appleseed Cast

Sigur Ros - Gobbeldigook

Artist: Sigur Ros
Track Title: Gobbeldigook
Genre: Ambient, Progressive, Experimental
Origin: Reykjavík, Iceland
Year: 2008
Myspace: www.myspace.com/sigurros

Pixel Pyro's Rating: 8.5/10

Well well Sigur Ros are back with a new album which will be released in late June called "Með Suð Í Eyrum Við Spilum Endalaust" which translates in english to "With a Buzz in Our Ears We Play Endlessly". The first track of the album has been released by the band as a free download on their website. It is called "Gobbeldigook" which is a very tribal upbeat tune from the Icelanders. After only a few listens I am a huge fan of it, and if this is a good example of how the album is going be to be, then I'm sure all Sigur Ros' fans will not be disappointed. However, be aware if you decide to watch the video clip to this track, it fits in very well to the tribal music (hint hint).

Sigur Ros - Gobbeldigook

Website: http://sigurros.com/

Anthem In - Anthem In

Artist: Anthem In
Album: Anthem In
Genre: Indie Rock
Origin: Brooklyn, New York, USA
Year: 2008
Myspace: www.myspace.com/anthemin

Pixel Pyro's Rating: 8/10

Anthem In is a relatively unknown band from Brooklyn, NYC which comprises of 3 blokes and 1 chick. Their dreamy indie rock tunes seems to have the similiar trend and styles in which Death Cab For Cutie produces. Allen Orr's soothing voice in "Down" is just one example of how they could be compared with top indie band Death Cab For Cutie.

Give these guys a listen, check their myspace and see how under rated they are!

Hot Tracks: "Down", "Hold On To Me", "Photograph"

Buy It: Amazon

Mute Math - Mute Math

Artist: Mute Math
Album: Mute Math
Genre: Indie Rock, Shoegaze
Origin: New Orleans, USA
Year: 2006
Myspace: www.myspace.com/mutemath

Pixel Pyro's Rating: 7.5/10

Mute Mate is an indie rock/shoegaze band from New Orleans, USA. Their self titled album is the result of a band just wanting to make music with no barriers. Stand out tracks include Typical, Chaos and Obsolete.

They are now working on a new album which should be released around September this year.

Hot Tracks: "Typical", "Chaos", "Obsolete"

Buy It: Amazon

The National - The Virginia EP

Artist: The National
Album: The Virginia EP
Genre: Alternative Rock, Indie Rock
Origin: Brooklyn, USA
Year: 2008
Myspace: www.myspace.com/thenational

Pixel Pyro's Rating: 7/10

The National have released an EP full off b-sides, unreleased tracks, demos and live versions of several songs. Matt Berninger's deep voice is prominent in these tracks and it will tie many National fans over until a new album is recorded. If you havn't heard this band I reccommend you give these guys a chance, was an artist I was very happy to discover a year or so ago.

Hot Tracks: "Blank Slate", "Tall Saint", "Without Permission"

Buy It: Amazon

Jason Mraz - We Steal Things EP

Artist: Jason Mraz
Album: We Steal Things EP
Genre: Acoustic, Folk Pop, Jazz
Origin: Mechanicsville, Virginia, USA
Year: 2008
Myspace: www.myspace.com/jasonmraz

Pixel Pyro's Rating: 8/10

This is his final EP he has released in promotion for his new album which is out. It has the track "Mudhouse/Gypsy MC" which has been a live favourite and it is not found on any album.

Hot Tracks: "Mudhouse/Gypsy MC", "Coyotes"

Buy It: Amazon

Pixels Pick #4 (Jason Mraz, DCFC, The Myriad, This Will Destroy You, Styrofoam)

Hey fellow pyros. Apologises for the lack of posting of new stuff lately. It has been a pretty busy few weeks.

There has been a huge increase of traffic lately and I would like to know how you are all finding me! If you could leave a comment that would be great.

If you have any requests for anything, feel free to send me an email or leave a message in Pixel Chat. If one of the links have expired and you would like me to find you another leave a comment...

Enjoy Pixels Pick #4

Mudhouse/Gypsy MC by Jason Mraz (We Steal Things EP)
Talking Bird by DCFC (Narrow Stairs)
Throwing Punches by The Myriad (With Sorrow, With Poise)
Microscope (ft Blake Hazard) by Styrofoam (A Thousand Words)
Grandfather Clock by We Will Destroy You (Young Mountain)

The Helio Sequence - Keep Your Eyes Ahead

Artist: The Helio Sequence
Album: Keep Your Eyes Ahead
Genre: Electronica, Indie Rock, Indie Pop
Origin: Oregon, USA
Year: 2008
Myspace: www.myspace.com/theheliosequence

Pixel Pyro's Rating: 9/10

Decided to post one of my favourite albums to date this year. It was released late January and it is one of the most addictive albums I have listed too. The vocals may sound a bit different to their older stuff because the lead singer had to relearn how to use his vocal chords since damaging it. There are many top tracks on here including the poppy electric tune "Hallelujah".

This is one album Pixel Pyro definately reccommends you listen too!

Hot Tracks: "Hallelujah" , "Cant Say No", "Lately"

Buy It: Amazon

Styrofoam - A Thousand Words

Artist: Styrofoam
Album: A Thousand Words
Genre: Electronica, Indie Pop
Origin: Belgium
Year: 2008
Myspace: www.myspace.com/styrofoam

Pixel Pyro's Rating: 7/10

If you enjoy a bit of indie electronic pop like The Postal Service you should check out Styrofoams new one called 'A Thousand Words'. Arne Van Petegem's solo project has worked with the likes of DCFC's Ben Gibbard previously. There are many catchy tunes on this record which will prove to popular to the indie pop followers. enjoy.

Hot Tracks: No Deliveries List, After Sunset, My Next Mistake

Buy It: Amazon

Coldplay's Viva la Vida or Death And All His Friend leaked tracks

Artist: Coldplay
Album: Viva la Vida or Death And All His Friends

Coldplays new album comes out in June and some tracks have leaked. So far 2 album tracks, one album acoustic and one b-side has leaked. Enjoy these until more come our way!

Viva la Vida (Viva la Vida or Death And All His Friends)

Violet Hill (Viva la Vida or Death And All His Friends)

A Spell A Rebel Yell (Violet Hill B-Side)

Lost? (acoustic)

Life In Technicolor (rough cut) (Viva la Vida or Death And All His Friends)

Amazon: Buy here

Myspace: www.myspace.com/coldplay

Website: http://www.coldplay.com/

Pixels Pick #3 (Coldplay, Youth Group, Van She, The Music, Wolfton, DCFC)

Another selection of new and some old tracks. Please check the comments for the links, and leave one too!

Viva La Vida - Coldplay (Viva La Vida or Death And All His Friends)

Two Sides - Youth Group (The Night Is Ours)

Strangers - Van She (V)

Strength In Numbers - The Music (Strength In Numbers)

No Sunlight(demo) - DCFC (Narrow Stairs)

While Walking - Wolftron (Spirit Of Earth EP)

Jason Mraz - We Sing, We Dance, We Steal Things

Artist: Jason Mraz
Album: We Sing, We Dance, We Steal Things
Genre: Acoustic, Folk Pop, Jazz
Origin: Mechanicsville, Virginia, USA
Year: 2008
Myspace: www.myspace.com/jasonmraz

Pixel Pyro's Rating: 8/10

After releasing another 3 Ep's to promote his new album "We Sing, We Dance, We Steal Things", Mraz has proven that you dont need to go to university in order to be successful in life. He has created another dynamic album which has the classic Mraz touch to all tracks.

There are two guest artists on the album. James Morrison features in the mellow "Details In The Fabric" and Colbie Caillat as a duet in "Lucky".

Mraz is half man, half magician.

Hot Tracks: "Im Yours", "The Dynamo Of Volition", "Details In The Fabric"

Buy It: Amazon

The Myriad - With Arrow, With Poise

Artist: The Myriad
Album: With Arrow, With Poise
Genre: Alternative Rock, Indie Rock
Origin: Seattle, Washington, USA
Year: 2008
Myspace: www.myspace.com/themyriad

Pixel Pyro's Rating: 6.5/10

The Myriad is a relatively unknown alternative band from Seattle, Washington. They produce some great alternative rock melodies with some well smoothing lyrics which cover may topics including heartache, faith and doubt. "A Clean Shot", "A Thousand Winters Melting" and "Polar Bears And Shark Fins" are definately stand out tracks.

If you have an requests whether they are old or new, feel free to leave a comment or write in the Pixel Chat box on the right.

Hot Tracks: A Thousands Winters Melting, A Clean Shot, Polar Bears And Shark Fins

Buy It: Amazon

Pixels Pick #2

Another selection from Pixel Pyros treasure chest.

Pixel Pyros Pick #2

Cath... by Death Cab For Cutie (Narrow Stairs)

Coyotes by Jason Mraz (We Sing, We Dance, We Steal Things)

Better Things by South (We Can Create)

Untitled by Interpol (Turn On The Bright Lights)

Guest Room by The National (Boxer)

Cant Say No by The Helio Sequence (Keep Your Eyes Ahead)

Kids by MGMT (Oracular Spectacular)

The Thick And The Thin by Idaho (The Forbidden EP)

Coldplay - Violet Hill

Artist: Coldplay
CDS: Violet Hill
Genre: Alternative Rock
Origin: London, England
Year: 2008
Myspace: www.myspace.com/coldplay

Pixel Pyro's Rating: 6/10

Coldplay have a new album coming out June 10th and have decided to release their first single to the public as a free MP3 on there homepage. It is called "Violet Hill" and in my opinion it is a bit different to the classic Coldplay sound and it will definately grow on me.

The lyrics definately seem to be about someone protecting a loved one by not sharing the horrific truth about war, religion and politics. And if this is any indication on how juicy the lyrics will be for the whole album, it should prove to be as successful as Parachutes, A Rush Of Blood To The Head and X&Y.

Hot Track: Violet Hill

The Pigeon Detectives - Emergency

Artist: The Pigeon Detectives
Album: Emergency
Genre: Indie Rock
Origin: Leeds, England
Year: 2008
Myspace: www.myspace.com/thepigeondetectives

Pixel Pyro's Rating: 6.5/10

Wow, I keep posting bands in clusters from the same region. Now its another English band called The Pigeon Detectives. Definately an up and coming band which produces sounds similiar to the tunes of The Kooks.

Hot Tracks: "This Is An Emergency", "I'll Be Waiting", "I'm Not Gonna Take This"

ALL LINKS REMOVED

Buy It: Amazon

The Music - Strength In Numbers (sample)

Artist: The Music
Album: Strength In Numbers
Genre: Alternative Rock, Indie Rock
Origin: Leeds, England
Year: 2008
Myspace: www.myspace.com/themusic

Below is a link of a sample studio version of The Music's new track called "Strength In Numbers" which will also be the title of The Music's third studio album. The album is said to be released sometime in June and is surely an album I cant wait to hear. "Idle" and "Fire"will be on there, also a track they have been playing lived called "The Spike".

The Music will be coming to Australia in August to play Splendour In The Grass at Byron Bay, but hopefully they will be playing at other venues around Australia.

Track: Strength In Numbers (sample)

Download: RecordStore

Pixel's Pick #1

Its time to start fires, sit in deckchairs, eat many pies, sink heaps of Masters Choc/grog whilst living in the wilderness for a few days. Enjoy these tracks while I am away, I shall return very soonly.

Artist: Maps
Genre: Shoegaze, Indie Rock, Electronica
Myspace: www.myspace.com/mapsmusic
You Dont Know Her Name
It Will Find You
Buy It: Amazon

Artist: The Photographic
Genre: Ambient, Instrumental, Progressive
Myspace: www.myspace.com/thephotographic
Directions
Secure
Buy It: Amazon

Artist: Gotye
Genre: Experimental, Electronica, Indie Pop
Myspace: www.myspace.com/gotye
Hearts A Mess
Learnalilgivinanlovin
Buy It: Amazon

M83 - Saturdays = Youth

Artist: M83
Album: Saturdays = Youth
Genre: Electronica, Ambient, Shoegaze
Origin: Antibues, France
Year: 2008
Myspace: www.myspace.com/m83

Pixel Pyro's Rating: 7/10

M83 are an electronic project from the southern coast of France. They have been around for some time now and remixed songs including "Pioneers" from Bloc Party and "Protege Moi" from Placebo. Saturdays=Youth is a delightful album which has rich sonic synths for which M83 is well known for.

Hot Tracks: "Kim & Jessie", "Couleurs", "Graveyard Girl"

Buy It: Amazon

Sigur Ros - Various Tracks

Artist: Sigur Ro
Album: Various Tracks
Genre: Ambient, Progressive, Experimental
Origin: Iceland
Year: 1997-present
Myspace: www.myspace.com/sigurros

Pixel Pyro's Rating: 8/10

Just thought I would share some links to some great tracks by Icelandic band Sigur Ros. They will be coming out with a new album very very soon and have recorded and played some new tracks to small pub crowds in Iceland. You definately need an acquired taste to really enjoy this type of music, however in saying that, as my musical tastes have developed I have grown to love and enjoy Sigur Ros. Enjoy these tracks including a link to a new song which was played at Sirkus, Reyjavik, and I will post their next album as soon as I get my gritty hands on it.

Hot Tracks

NEW TRACK live from Sirkus (Youtube)

*Hljomalind from Hvarf/Heim

I Gaer from Hvarf/Heim

Hoppipolla from Tak...

*Glosoli from Tak...

Heysatan from Tak...

*Saeglopur from Tak...

Untitled #1 (Vaka) from ()

Untitled #4 (Njósnavélin) from ()

Ny Batteri from Ágætis Byrjun

Starálfur from Ágætis Byrjun
*Ágætis Byrjun from Ágætis Byrjun

*Svefn-G-englar from Ágætis Byrjun

Avalon from Ágætis Byrjun

Other tracks from here
*= High recommended

Buy It: Amazon