Today's Find - The Blizzard of 78

As much as it may seem that I am stuck in the past with my musical tastes, it really isn't for lack of trying. I don't go out of my way to try and seek out new artists but between my LaunchCast Radio and the Sirius channels I get exposed to quite a bit.

Mostly it seems I just don't like most of it but occasionally something catches my ear. Late last year I discovered Band of Horses who I just love, and today it was The Blizzard of 78 and their debut Where All Life Hangs. Ok - maybe June of '06 doesn't count as new, but it's newer... and certainly new to me.

It starts with "Show Me" which has a bit of a U2 vibe to it but I won't hold that against them. The music is sloppy and raw but always in a perfectly constructed song sort of way - reminiscent of Wilco in many ways. I'm about 80% through my first listen and am really digging it.

Check them out - you can stream the songs at Last.fm

Looks like they are busy recording a follow up - will surely have to keep on the lookout for that.

Cheers!
SB

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I will check them out and take your word for it, since your musical taste is pert-near impeccable. (and I love Band Of Horses, too!)

#1 nat (Homepage) on 2008-03-12 23:05 (Reply)

Hey Nat

I think you'll like them, let me know what you think.

I heard something from The Whigs yesterday which was pretty good - really catchy. I tried to comment back to your post about them but had a bit of trouble. I've got them queued up for another listen today.

SB

#1.1 Scott (Homepage) on 2008-03-13 08:52 (Reply)

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