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A lot of the time three songs aren’t enough to get a good read on any musician. However, people judge musicians on their singles all the time. I mean “Call Me Maybe” is a hit right? Whatever, this self-titled three-song tape by Abuela (Ramon Crespo) is good enough for me to say a few words about it. This little tape released by Swan City Sounds is a good listen, I feel like Abuela is mainly captivating because of how Crespo produces his music. Simple sounds blend together really well on this tape, I can’t really understand what he is singing about half the time but I like the way his fast mumbles meld with his guitar melodies. It’s essentially extremely chilled out outsider folk, and to Crespo’s benefit the tape is too short because I want to hear more. Check this one out and while you are at it spend a little bit of time with the rest of the Swan City catalogue.
Not much is known about Surface to Air Missive. His name is Taylor. He lives in Florida. His album will be coming out on Leaving Records. He has released these two teasers of said album. One being, a Cat Stevens cover and the other being a short one minute video of what could be a preview to his own remake of The Mummy. Enjoy.
Trails - Kalevéla (SC009)
Kalevéla, the debut EP from Orlando band Trails, arrives in a flurry of percussion, arpeggiations and double-time guitar loops. Trails’ live set is a showcase of speed and complexity as a pared-down guitar/drumset duo, but on their recordings, they stretch out with keyboards, bass and extra percussion. The result is a sense of space and expansiveness that doesn’t sacrifice any of the intense energy of their live performances. Songs like Marigold are able to dissolve into moments of otherworldly ambience before bounding back into a driving groove, and the title track ranges from tight guitar harmonies and latin rhythms to pure, thrashing chaos. The band’s willingness to experiment with different styles and textures ensures that that Kalevéla goes beyond just documenting their considerable musical talent— it is a well-rounded, constantly surprising, thoroughly fun record.
Spirit Cat Tapes has moved and we are now adults! We have just release Trails first album and have much more in store for you. You may also have noticed that there is an option to buy a TOTAL BUMMER 4EVER ticket. The force is coming.
Music scenes are constantly evolving. We live in Tallahassee so that statement is more true than you can imagine. Orlando is another one of those towns where keeping up with bands is like trying to keep a pair of socks together (sorry. we wish we were better writers too).
With that said, Colorphere is a new band, at least it is new to us, out of Orlando, FL. Damn this is catchy. Spring is upon us and we just want to feel good. That is the goal isn’t it? Colorsphere does a superb job brining something new to the table while keeping us engaged. New recordings have been promised. Can’t wait!!
De Nada
To the mother of all things greater than we, thank you. With an uncontrollable desire, we have been waiting to have acces to De Nada whenever we damn well please. As a group that is addicted to pop, these batch of songs find the perfect blend between catchy hooks and blistering noise. We have been long time fans of Lauren Morgen (USA-Holes) as a singer, guitarist and performer. We remember years ago when she was craving a drummer to play with her. Now her magnetism has attracted so much more.Her banter is by the far an experience. Couple that with the boys from Grounded and you are ready for beers, the porch and summer promiscuity’s. Enjoy.
The Tallahassee scene does a fantastic job at teasing us with great bands then we watch them disband. The latest to break our hearts is Mystery Date. Say goodbye with us.
As a self-proclaimed indie, hipster, douchey, I know that band you don’t, pun-master, make everything look effortless, I don’t give a damn trust fund baby…I found this to be very funny.
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Waylon Thornton brings us more strange creations from Lake Butler, FL with this new track off of his upcoming album, Enter The Coven. Thornton has a knack for keeping things simple, creepy and haunting. Just the way we like it.
In the near future, Spirit Cat Tapes will be releasing a special edition Waylon Thornton tape. That is all we have to say about that.
Ben Varian is at it again. Take a sneak peak listen to his new album which will be out on Spirit Cat Tapes next week!! This release will be a split with Jake Tobin.
The Float Collective is a bubbling art community based out of St. Augustine unifying the creative minds that live in town. Once again, the desire to bring a community together to support one another has shown to be a worthwhile adventure. Plus, St. Augustine is one hell of a town to hang out in. Below is a video of Uncle Marty talking about why he felt the need for the Float Collective to be.
The Wendingo is Travis Braxton’s beat heavy performance art project. The Orlandonian performs in elaborate costume which he designed himself. Braxton’s work offers next level presentation and performance. The Wendingo offers a welcome breath a fresh air in a beat culture saturated with apathetic knob twisters.
