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)