It’s Friday and I bring gifts of musical awesomeness to your ears. Behold!
Michael Zapruder - Ads for Feelings: The Bays Area is always blooming with creative energy and this track is concrete evidence of that. has done quite well at showing how he can comfortably combine Belle and Sebastian-like magic with the uniqueness of Andrew Bird. The force is strong with this one.
Donny Hue and the Colors – Good Time Happening: Sometimes the best songs are the ones that try to take you someplace. What wants from you is a clear mind and willingness to be see his musical vision. His folk-blues style makes for any easy journey that you’ll want to share with friends.
Grey Anne – Adelaide: Oh Portland, Or; do you ever stop giving this world wonderful music? Grey Anne is coffeehouse dream music for the soul. Her beautifully damaged tunes are soothing yet raw, which make for an interesting late afternoon listen.