Jane & Sunburned Hand of the Man & Spoon

Hello all. I know there's been a bit of a delay in the updates. I don't really have an excuse, so let's get on with it! (By the way, now you click on the album art to download. Technology!)

First we have the Boston band Sunburned Hand of the Man, known for their jam-based psych- tribal sounds. The songs on 'Headdress' move from intentionally sloppy, to wonderfully tight. Anyone into Raccoo-oo-oon or the recently posted Aa should not miss this release.


Now, while I know there has been no shortage of links to Spoon's latest 'Ga Ga Ga Ga Ga', I couldn't in good conscience avoid doing my part in getting the word out. With elaborate pop arrangements, a prominent horn section for the first time, Spoon hand us their most creative and involving work since 'A Series of Sneaks'. This is what they've been working towards. It's sunny, eccentric while still able to maintain the bands awe-inspiring grasp of spaciousness and ability to avoid excess 100% of the time. Hear this.

Lastly, Jane is a project from Animal Collective's Panda Bear and friend Scott Mou. The early "Collective" influence is obviously present on 'Berserker' with the warm but edgy electronics that were most present in 'Spirit They're Gone, Spirit They've Vanished', backed by Mou's pulsing rhythms and Bear's soft, flowing vocals. Interesting stuff, especially for fans of the Collective.

Lastly, I'm going to stop using Rapishare and I hear Sharebee is better. But if anyone has any better ideas, post a comment. I want this to be as easy as possible for all of us. Enjoy!