My eldest brother had gotten me into Stellastarr* a few years back and ever since then I’ve been a fan of their music. There’s just something so feel-good about their sound. Maybe it’s the unique combination of front-man Shawn Christensen’s unique and unusually alluring vocals fused with the soft cute voice of co-vocalist Amanda Tannes. […]

“Bible Belt” by Diane Birch – The daughter of a preacher, this singer-songwriter has quite the lovely voice but I’m just not feeling it. Her debut album “Bible Belt” at times sounds like 80’s soft rock, a sound track for the “Thorn Birds.” I can’t deny that voice though, it’s amazing and she’s very easy […]

“Dragonslayer” by Sunset Rubdown – Wolf Parades’s co-frontmant/keyboardist, Spencer Krug has been keeping his musical pallet full with a colorful variety of bands. From the more widely known Wolf Parade, to Swan Lake, and Frog Eyes, his most active side project Sunset Rubdown has put out its fourth album “Dragon Slayer.” With his unique voice, […]

‘Hombre Lobo” by Eels – Howling like a werewolf with a broken heart, front-man Mark Oliver Everett (aka “E”) and his band put out a stellar seventh album.  Eels’ “Hombre Lobo” is most definitely “12 songs of desire.” I couldn’t help but notice how almost every song is about a woman. I guess us ladies […]

“Kitsune Maison 7” by Various Artists– The latest compilation from the French techno label features remixes of Phoenix, Autokratz, La Roux, and more. I love listening to music in different languages, especially when it doesn’t come off as some joke for pure amusement. Naturally I love track three, a remix of Phoenix’s “Lisztomania” (CLASSIXX Version). […]

Bjork’s new album, “Voltaic” off Nonesuch was played non-stop on my iPod the past couple days. Filled with an awesome mix of eclectic beats and soundscapes, Bjork holds true to her avant-garde style for which we all know her for. Sifting you through different moods and emotions through out her strong, expressive vocals, you won’t […]

“Ciao!” by Tiga – oh yeeeeah, now that’s what I’m sayin’! This shit takes me back to my high school rave days when Electric Daisy and Juju Beats were all the craze (Does that shit still go on?)! This kick ass Montreal DJ we know as Tiga, releases his second album with the help of […]

“Transmitter Failure” by Jenny Owen Youngs – Do all Jenny’s have the same sweet voice? I totally dig Jenny Owen Youngs’ voice and the entire “Transmitter Failure” album. Definitely a chick album, but I’m sure you men that are secure enough to listen to and recognize good music would enjoy her delectable voice and words. […]

“Solid Bond” by CIV – Need something hard, fast and loud that takes you back to the days when punk was a blur and not some candy coated pop tart? Well it’s not quite Max Fish and CBGB’s blurry, but for circa 95′ CIV was still one of the most legit punk bands out there […]

I’m usually not down for the “actor turned musician” thing, but in some cases it does tend to work (definitely not with Scarlett Johansson). Check this sweet new band out: The Honey Brothers features “Entourage” star Adrian Grenier on drums! Their new goods titled “Demonstration EP,” has a fun vibe to it with a ukulele […]

Hot damn! Looks like the Gossip teamed up with acclaimed producer Rick Rubin for their fourth album “Music For Men.” The album exudes a fun mix of discos beats, not too heavy on the electro, with a healthy punk presence. If “Fame” were to be brought back to the big screen (which I think it […]

Brooklyn indie band, The Dirty Projectors has been creating a hott buzz in the indie music circuit. Their new album “Bitte Orca” is quite the experimental feat led by Dave Longstreth. The album explodes a plethora of unique sounds and genres fit to deliver an outstanding album. It’s like a working combo of R&B and […]

Elvis Costello teams up with buddy T-Bone Burnett on his first release for the Starbucks music label (yes you read correctly). “Secret, Profane & Sugarcane” is uh, a bit Starbucksy, which isn’t a bad thing (in terms of music). With the two being amazing singer/song writers/guitarists the album has great lyrics as expected. It has […]

It’s their third album! With a huge venue tour opening for No Doubt and judging by the sounds of this album, they’re gearing up for that TRL appearance. Sorry, not trying to be a negative Nancy here, but again I find myself not too impressed with another album today. It’s a bit more slow—less rock […]

“Preliminaires” by Iggy Pop – It’s funny to hear this crazy godfather of punk go slow-mo, sounds like a bad heroin overdose. Naw, but really, Iggy and The Stooges have always been one of my favorite bands, much respect to Iggy, but I’m not too keen on this album. I like “Je sais que tu […]

This modern soulful kind of music normally doesn’t fall into my listening sphere, but I did like Lee Fields & the Expressions’ new album “My World.” Especially if this genre is up your alley with the soulful, groovy, man-trying-to-get-in-woman’s-pant’s kind of music— then you’ll love it. Reminded me of James Brown a few times, a […]

Album after album, I’m always loving me some Peaches. She’s as free-spirited as a dirty South rapper, grabbin’ booty and lookin’ fora  bone. Ain’t no shame in her game. I’m loving her new album “I feel Cream,” hence the reason why it’s the album of the week over here at grimygoods.com. As always she brings […]

While listening to “Outer South” by Conor Oberst and the Mystic Valley Band, I found myself not too thrilled at first listen, but the second time around I was a bit more pleased. I’m not saying it’s a bad album, but it just didn’t do anything for me. A lil too hokey-pop-hippieville for me, I […]