Lady Citizen's Ash Colored EP Is Fashionably Sound

Lady Citizen does it again with this dark "ash-colored" EP. Including 7 tracks of steady chill house, ready for the weekend, this one will be sure to put you in a fashionably sound mood. Let the drop take you away. Listen below via soundcloud. Buy the collective on Beatport now!
 

Now, listen to this new DJ mix, below. Make sure you like it and add it to your favorites! You wil love it. I promise!



Keep up with Lady Citizen's sounds by following her on soundcloud! You can always count on her for chill vibes! Happy blogging!

What I'm Listening To: T-E-E-D's Trouble

Totally Enormous Extinct Dinosaurs aka T-E-E-D, took my ears by storm when I first heard him (Orlando Higginbottom of Oxford, England) early this year. The debut album Trouble dropped recently and if you're still into funk electro, weird but awesome music, then you'll be happy with these few tracks I've shared. Oh, and if you live in the UK, the tour is on now.

Keep up with T-E-E-D here at the site.

Take a listen below to a few of his sounds. Enjoy!

Happy blogging!

What I'm Listening To Right Now: Heavenly Beat

I found this new band, Heavenly Beat, who just literally blows me away. Relaxing melodies, lighthearted musicianship, acoustic guitars, balearic, dream pop. Apparently Heavenly Beats' leader is former bassist of the Beach Fossils', John Pena. Kinda cool. Listen to some tracks below. Their full-length, Talent is available now. Yay!
 

Lady Citizen- Berlin Tour Promo Mix

Lady Citizen drops an hour long promo mix celebrating her Berlin tour, going on now. Take a listen below and be sure to grab your free download! She is fantastic. Get more information HERE.

What I'm Listening To: Lady Citizen's "Between You & Me"

Check out this chill flow from London based, Japanese producer, Lady Citizen, entitled "Between You & Me" and in an instant be in a state of relaxation. Full length album coming soon!
 

Weekend Sounds: Flow By Disclosure

This jam surely got me excited when I first heard it. Glistening with 90s tech drops, and synth chords, Disclosure releases "Flow," ready for the weekend's activities. It was released several months ago, but I don't care, because I felt like it was great for this weekend! Listen below (in good speakers please!)

What I'm Listening To: Young-Wonder's "Lucky One"

This track simply took my breath away. It has depth and grace, and comes from Irish artistic duo Young Wonder. Listen to "Lucky One" below and grab your free download from We Are Hunted. You will fall in love! Also check out Young Wonder's Soundcloud page to listen to the rest of the self-titled EP.

Weekend Sounds: Norway's Love Dance

Spring time is here, and its almost time for beachy, chill jams...especially on a nice day like this. Norway's dream pop band Love Dance, is meeting my needs right now, with laid back guitar ballads, and ambient vocals, that make me think of the ultimate way to relax in a warm climate. Similar to The Radio Dept., their music will melt away negativity and stress. All three of these tracks are free downloads via their bandcamp. Too bad its only three, but hopefully more to come soon! Happy blogging.
 

What I'm Watching: Angela McCluskey's "Handle With Grace"

Obviously I'm in an Angie McCluskey mood. God! I love her voice. The music is courtesy of none other than Telepopmusik. Its an oldie but a goodie, and not to mention a great visual. Happy blogging!


 

What I'm Watching: Ethereal ft. Angela McCluskey- Don't Look Back

I literally was playing around with Google search and this little gem popped up. Ethereal remixed Telepopmusik's famed "Don't Look Back" from the album Angel Milk (its easy to pick up on Angela's vocals), and created quite a moving video via the folks at Awfully Creative. Check it out below.


 

What I'm Listening To: Tensai's One EP

Chicago duo Simple X and Midas Wells form Tensai. I don't know. Just press play and listen to their One EP.


Credits: All songs written, produced, mixed, and arranged by Tensei Guitar on Track 3, 6, 7, 10 by David Taylor Guitar on Track 4, 9 by Greg Firak Violin on Track 1, 2, 8 by Savor Faire Harp on Track 1 by Brandee Younger Sitar on Track 5 by Tyler Randall Additional Keys on Track 1, 6 by Greg Spero Background Vocals on Track 4 by Scarlet Monk Background Vocals on Track 6 by Khari Lemuel Lyrics on Smash Mouth Written by Tehray Hale, Stevin Levin, Khari Lemuel, & Yaw Agyeman Lyrics on For the Love Written by Demetrius Barry, Bryan Braceful, & Yaw Agyeman Lyrics on Fly Trap Written by Anna Helena Zimowska Cover Art by Sam “Shardstyle” Rolfes Smash Mouth Vocals recorded at RGB Studios, Chicago IL

What I'm Watching: Dragonette's "Let It Go" Video

I really love this Canadian band, Dragonette. I especially love the lead singer, Martina Sorbara, because she's too adorable for words. The video was directed by Drew Lightfoot and produced by Revolver Films. Watch the video for their song, "Let It Go" right now! By the way if you love the single, its available now on iTunes.

Weekend Sounds: Polaris At Noon

The weekend is here, and we need some upbeat tunes to keep us alive. This electro/pop/rock artist Polaris at Noon (Jason Suwito) of Costa Mesa, California, has got the goods. Now, I want you to listen to his remix of Young The Giants " Islands" and a track, "Never Enough" from his new EP Prey and Predator, which is available now. Enjoy!
 

Monday Music: Jeweller's "Lakeswimmer" LP

Monday is super dreary here in NYC, but this brightened up my day. A new LP from Jewellers. Chillwave pop, dreamy and whimsical, its all there. Take a listen to the whole thing below. Happy Monday!

 

Song of The Day: Quantic & Alice Russell "Look Around The Corner"

Um.. this knocked my socks off. Truly great music, with a hint of the past graced upon it. The album Look Around The Corner is out now.
 

Song of the Day: Tongue Tied by Grouplove

This song was played on last night's Gossip Girl, in the opening scene, and I thought it appropriate for a Tuesday song of the day. Check it out below. This band definitely puts a smile on my face and gives me a great can-do attitude. Press play.

Weekend Sounds: m-Flo and Beyonce Get Remixed by Boys Get Hurt

You know, I get really excited when this Japanese duo releases a remix, and just in time for the long weekend, we've got yet another. Boys Get Hurt calls it the "Always Summer" remix, and boy does it sound like summer. I mean, it is just around the corner. :) Then after that listen to a remix of Beyonce's "End of Time," giving it a great chill house vibe. Take a listen below and get happy!
 

What I'm Watching: Niki & The Dove's "Tomorrow"

Swedish duo, Niki & The Dove, have definitely done their best not to deprive us of their outstanding music, putting out strategic tracks, on the seemingly long path to the release of their debut album, Instinct, out next month. "Tomorrow" an official single from Instinct, will be released on May 13th, one day before the release of the LP, on May 14th.

Like their previous tracks, "The Fox," "Mother Protect," "Last Night" etc. they continue their vibrant sound of drama, deep lyrics and those bright 80s inspired vocals, on "Tomorrow." Watch the pulsing video below. Happy Hump Day!

What I'm Listening To: Emma Louise

Yeah yeah yeah I know. I didn't post Weekend Sounds this past week. I apologize. In hopes to make up for it, I've stumbled upon this indie cutie over at Nylon Magazine, Emma Louise. Its folky, its sweet, its meaningful, its deep. It's Emma Louise. Take a listen to "Jungle" from her Full Hearts and Empty Rooms and get a free download and watch the video after that.

  Watch the video below.
 

Song of the Day: Tinashe "This Feeling"

I started following this chick, Tinashe (Teenahshay), on twitter yesterday and boy does she have something special. Not only a great voice, but a great mixtape to offer us for free. Listen to one of the smoothest tracks on the tape, "This Feeling" below. To get her whole mixtape, In Case We Die, for free visit tinashenow.com. Its true R&B. Something that is truly missed.

Monday Music: College "A Real Hero" feat. Electric Youth

I watched the movie, Drive last night with my sister at home, and what grabbed me the most was the music. The film is a perfect silhouette of effortless music supervision. It was highly electro and sounded acidic like the 80s. "A Real Hero," by College (feat. Electric Youth) gathered my attention the most. It's not new or anything, it's just what I happen to be jammin' to right now. Take a listen below. The Drive soundtrack is available now on iTunes.

Weekend Sounds: Phony Ppl

Last night I attended Columbia U's Spring Jam and partied like I was back in college again, but I was sobered up with the sounds of a Brooklyn based, jazz R&B/hip-hop band, Phony Ppl. The chords that give you goosebumps.Yep.The very essence of cool.Yep. Got you thinkin' real hip-hop ain't dead. Yep. Take a listen to this 8 piece band below and grab their album, Phonyland for 5 bucks via bandcamp. If you love real music, you will dig this!

 

See them in action below.

Video of the Day: The Lumineers' "Ho Hey"

This video and this track really puts a smile on my face. Maybe because I'm a musician and I get really into stuff imaginatively. Anyways, folkloric  "follow the leader" music always makes me happy. Check the video out below and be sure to grab their self-titled debut album on April 3 via Dualtone Music Group.
 

Song of the Day: Meiko's "Leave the Lights On"

I saw this little lady a few years back when she was debuting her album for NBC's TV Music Dept. and I was a lowly intern, eager to hear new tunes and get them onto TV shows. She had such a clear spirit, with a clean sound, and still does. Here is the track, "Leave the Lights On" off her second album The Bright Side, out May 15! take a listen below and grab a free download thanks to Nylon Magazine and Meiko herself.
 

Song of the Day: Deadmau5 "The Veldt" featuring Chris James

I will be rocking to this remix for the rest of the afternoon. Take a listen below and grab your download. :)) Happy Tuesday, people!
 

Monday Music: Jeweller's "Sing Trees"

One of my favorite artists, Sun Glitters, just recommended this chill jam on Twitter. I agree that this is a good one. It comes from a British ambient duo, Jewellers. Keep up with them at their site jewellersmusic.com.



Stream their most recent LP Sleep Education below.

 

Weekend Sounds: Teen Daze's "Treten"

Vancouver rising electronic star, Teen Daze, gave Stereogum (lucky bastards) a new track this morning, as yet another sign that his album is really coming soon. All of Us, Together is coming in the next few months. Listen to "Treten," the 7 minute chill jam below. Have a great weekend!

Now Playing: Dragonette's "The Right Woman"

AHH! Music to my ears! New Dragonette! "The Right Woman" was put up on Soundcloud late yesterday and the band tweeted, "This is not a tease: New Track" today. So that confirmed it for me! This track serves as a "charity track" appearing on "'Proud to be Woman Vol. 3,' a compilation put together by Diane von Furstenberg in celebration of International Women's Day." Take a listen below!
 

Song of the Day- Bastille's "Overjoyed" Gets a Yeasayer Remix

Bastille (Dan Smith) is an up and coming artist in London, and apparently he's made enough noise to capture Yeasayer's attention. Unfortunately, the "Overjoyed" Remix was a Stereogum Premiere so you have to go there to hear it. In the meantime, watch the regular version's official and might I add beautiful video below. Happy Tuesday!




Keep up with him at bastillebastille.com

Monday Music: Chrome Sparks feat. Steffaloo "So Far 2 Go"

Listen to this light-hearted groove from Chrome Sparks, featuring none other than angel-echoed songstress, Steffaloo. "So Far 2 Go" is featured on Portals Music's SXSW Mixtape which you can grab for only $1 at PortalsMusic.bandcamp.com. See the other great taste in music they have in common with me at Portals Music's main site. Today is turning out great for the beginning of the work week! Happy Monday!

Monday Music: MMOTHS' Self-titled EP

It's a beautiful day here in NYC and what better way to compliment it, than with some new relaxing music from Irish artist, MMOTHS. The MMOTHS EP, released today includes five tracks and features Superhumanoids and KSiA. Keep up with MMOTHS at his site mmothsmusic.com

   Listen and grab "Heart" for free.

   Here is the tracklist.

   1. Breaking Through
   2. If Only
   3. Thnx
   4. Summer (feat. Superhumanoids)
   5. Heart (Feat. Keep Shelly In Athens)

Weekend Sounds: Galapagoose' "One Who Can't Move" (Braille Remix)

Listen to Braille's remix of Melbourne based producer, Galapagoose' "One Who Can't Move." Super chill for a chill weekend sound. Galapagoose's Commitments LP will be released March 13th. Stay tuned.

Galapagoose- One Who Can't Move (Braille Remix) by elyseketura

Weekend Sounds: Sango's "Trust Me EP"

Run through this raw collection of underground hip-hop beats this weekend by Sango. The EP is only $3.99 for 10 tracks. Vibe out below.

Weekend Sounds: Grimes' "Oblivion" Video

Eh.why not. Here's the video for Grimes' "Oblivion" single. It's thoroughly entertaining. This also serves as the first video from her album, Visions.

Track of the Day: Steffaloo's "I'm Sorry"

Los Angeles based, (Steph Thompson) Steffaloo has been one of my faves for a minute now. Constantly adding her graceful voice to almost all my fave chill wave artists' tracks, she has single-handedly made a place for herself within the world of indie music. Not to mention her own stuff is crafted with simple bliss as well. Press play and daydream. She is a true artist. Keep up with her at her website steffaloo.com.

 

Video of the Day: Santigold- Disparate Youth

Thanks to MTV for posting this video! Santigold's "Disparate Youth" features painted kids, the forest and wild animals. Dope song too. Check it out! "Disparate Youth" comes from Master of Our Make Believe coming soon.

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Track of The Day: Celebrity Traffic's "Stone Crows"

This is great Hump Day track to me, so I felt I should share it with you! Electro rock trio (Sean, Joel and Brandon), Celebrity Traffic come from Canada, and this embellished track is aptly titled "Stone Crows." I can't get enough.. The album We Bleed Blood is available now on iTunes. Follow them on Twitter. "Like" them On Facebook. Download the song free HERE. Take a listen NOW.

Lana Del Rey Vs. The Smiths Mashup Video

I thought this was not only a unique mashup, but a cool one. Video Games vs. This Charming Man. Check it out below. Thanks to NME!!!
 
The Smiths vs Lana Del Rey - This Charming Video Game (mashup) from Reborn Identity on Vimeo.

Now Playing: Ackryte- "Brick Raft"

Soundcloud always hides these hidden gems, from bedroom artists you've never heard of. Isn't it great? He calls himself Ackryte (of Madison, Wisconsin) and the track is called "Brick Raft." I think what gets me is the flute that carries the beat.

Get You Through The Day Track: Bear Mountain's "Swim"

Although its about a year old, I think Bear Mountain's "Swim" is a good match for my "get you through the day" track. Those of you who don't know Bear Mountain, he's a singer/producer from Vancouver. Press play!

NEW REGINA SPEKTOR! "All The Rowboats"

Regina Spektor gave us a little treat this afternoon by posting on her twitter account that she has a new single AND a new album on the way! "All The Rowboats" will be available for download on iTunes on 2/28 and the long-playing What We Saw From The Cheapseats will be coming soooon! (AH!)

Bon Iver's "Towers" Gets A Visual

Bon Iver offers up a a visual for the single, "Towers" packed with nostalgia, beauty and grief. Directed by Nabil Elderkin, the video takes you to a breathtaking place with green scenic angles,  making sadness and solemnity appear beautiful. "Towers" is off Bon Iver's self-titled 2011 debut. After winning a Grammy for Best New Artist only a few weeks back, he makes a great stride forward with this outstanding visual. 

Bon Iver is available for purchase now. Viva La Indie Artist and the amazingly incredible mood-shifting music they make.

Boys Get Hurt Remix Foster The People's "Pumped Up Kicks"

Japanese indie dance duo Boys Get Hurt took to Foster The People's "Pumped Up Kicks." Complete opposites, the remixers were able to come to a great conclusion and create quite a good kick. Check out the funky jazzified smash below.
 

Joseph Somo Covers Drake With A Medley

I've seen many people attempt to cover Drake tracks creatively and well, but Joseph Somo takes the cake. If you know Drake's Take Care album, and appreciated it, then you'll be wanting a copy of this after you hear it. Guaranteed.

Monday Music: Germany Germany Gives Us "Departure" and "Disconnect"

Germany Germany aka Drew Harris surfaced once again after a brief hiatus from music making. In wake of his return he graced us with two new tracks, "Departure" and "Disconnect (feat. Steffaloo)," both resonating with his signature incandescent sound. The two songs come from his upcoming release, Blank Mind, Empty Heart. The album will serve as a follow-up to his Adventures LP released last year.

Listen to the ambient tracks below! Be sure to snatch your free downloads as well. Happy Monday!

Weekend Sounds: Houses' "All Night"

This has been such a precious song to me over the past few months. Houses are simply enchanted. Listen to "All Night" below from their All Night album available now via iTunes.

Video of the Day: Ambassadeurs "M.O.P.E."

Watch this trippy video for producer/DJ Ambassedeurs' "M.O.P.E." track, directed by Brendan Canty of Feel Good Lost.


Ambassadeurs // M.O.P.E from Feel Good Lost on Vimeo.

Track of the Day: Metric's "Help I'm Alive"

Hearing it on last night's Grey's Anatomy had me digging vigorously into my Metric music archives, and really got me into that "I haven't listened to this in a while" train of thought (you know, the one where you listen to everything a band ever came out with until the wee hours, as if to make up for lost time or something). Metric's "Help I'm Alive," comes from their last album, Fantasies, released last year. The band is currently working on their next album, Synthetica, out this coming summer. Its raining here in NYC, so I figured a little light rock would be appropriate. Take a listen below.

Track (Tape) of the Day: The Magician's Magic Tape Twenty

Put the pep in your Thursday, with this new dance tape from European producer, The Magician. Magic Tape Twenty is just over 45 minutes of funky house tracks smoothed together to form a naturally "move to the music" vibe. Its a free download too! Please be advised, your head might actually start to bob involuntarily at your cubicle. Just press play.

Band To Most Definitely Watch: Hey Ocean!

I had never heard of this threesome until I watched last night's episode of One Tree Hill and heard their amazing song, "Islands" in the background, and boy, am I grateful. Hey Ocean! is a Canadian band consisting of Ashleigh Ball (Vocals/Flute), David Beckingham (Vocals/Guitar), and Dave Vertesi (Vocals/Bass). Creating music with life, spirit and harmonic entities that will knock your socks off, Hey Ocean! is able to stand out amongst a crowd of "typical" indie bands, pushing their way to the top with beautiful music. Completely and totally independent, and forming their own label, Pop Machine (along with another band, Said The Whale), they are able to surpass their Canadian borders and share their music with the world. They have released two albums, 2 EPs, a few singles, and already have a new album, IS, coming out this May, on which "Islands," will be featured.

By the way, if you live in Canada, they are on tour now! As long as I get to see them live in New York, at least once, I'll be happy. These three are a must listen trio.  Keep up with them on their super cool website LoveHeyOcean.

Watch a video for "Big Blue Wave" from their most recent Big Blue Wave EP below!


Hey Ocean! - Giants of the Forest - Episode Eight from Amazing Factory Productions Inc. on Vimeo. Listen to "Islands" below!     

Band To Watch: Wildcat! Wildcat!

Thanks to my favorite blog, Lyfstyl Music, I was introduced to up and coming Los Angeles based band, Wildcat! Wildcat!. The band consists of Jesse Taylor, Michael Wilson and Jesse Carmichael and clearly these three were made to make music with each other. Hazy melodies, sunny day composition, enchanted vibes and only two tracks to listen to, you true music fans will fall in love. This music is magical. Listen please and be sure to grab your free download as well.
  Follow Them On Twitter. Like Them On Facebook.

Song of the Day: Seven Stars by Air

I was on Elie Saab's website, watching his latest NY fashion show, unveiling the Spring/Summer 2012 Collection, when I heard "Seven Stars" by Air, playing in the background as the models cat-walked down the runway. I believed it to be suitable for my Song of the Day. The track features stunning vocals from Beach House member, Victoria Legrand. Air's latest album Le Voyage Dans La Lune is available now on iTunes.
 

Now Playing- Jessie Ware "Running" (Disclosure Remix)

Sunday Smile by Alex Goose & Jake Troth

Have a listen to this mellow track, included on last night's episode of Mob Wives.

Now Playing: Telepopmusik "Brighton Beach" (Freddie Joachim Remix)

Just press play.

Weekend Sounds: REFLEX's "Fallin"

Listen to French duo, REFLEX's new track "Fallin" off their Wavering EP. Its a mix of funk, electro, and just the right amount of soul. Available on iTunes now. You won't be sorry. Cheers to the weekend!

Weekend Sounds: Welcome Back Sailors- Stronger (Keep Shelly In Athens Remix)

Here's a chill jam to vibe out to over the long weekend. It's a remix of Welcome Back Sailors' "Stronger" from my favorite Greek duo, Keep Shelly in Athens. Check it out below!

TV Music: My Modern Day Radio

Gossip Girl, One Tree Hill, Grey's Anatomy, and Private Practice, Mad Men; all household names for their music placement via Alex Patsavas' exceptional music supervision skills. My music industry professor used to always say that "music supervision is modern day radio without the commercialism." Ain't it the truth.

During last night's 2 hour crossover episode of Grey's Anatomy and Private Practice, Patsavas featured music from Firehorse, Perfume Genius, Wilco, Kathleen Edwards, The Donnies The Amys, Tennis and Tika. I'm not sure about you, but this is how I discover my new favorite bands and singer/songwriters...from watching TV. Songs reach a new level of imaginative potential when matched with picture...and sometimes they just sound better that way too. I might not like a certain artist or song, but the minute I hear it placed with one moment in a visual that its perfect for, the song plays a new role.

Alex Patsavas is also the music supervisor behind the Twilight Series, which is why even though the films might not be that great to you, the music always is. Alex Patsavas' full project list can be found over at her site chopshopmusic.com.
Thanks to Tunefind, a music site that lists each song per episode of various hit TV series', we're able to grab these tracks almost simultaneously while watching the episodes or right after they've aired. The site gives links to iTunes and Amazon if you want to make a purchase, as well as giving a preview of the track to make sure that's the song you heard. It's amazing.

Next week, when you're watching TV, listen for the music. You might fall in love with what you hear.

WELCOME TO EKNOWSMUSIC.COM

Thanks for keeping up with me readers! I shortened the website name from elyseknowsmusic.com to  eknowsmusic.com. Thanks for continuing to follow me and my "all over the place" music taste through this time of transition. I'm back for good this time! Play on!

Today's "Get You Through The Day" Track

Since I've been on a Kaskade binge lately, it's only right that I grant him today's "get you through the day track." I've your not into house or electro, I suggest you keep it moving, but if you are than you'll dig my vibe. Listen to Kaskade's "Room For Happiness" featuring Skylar Grey (Gregori Klosman Remix). Get hyped! Tomorrow's Friday! 

My Music Pick of the Week! "I Love You & Stuff"

I'm extremely picky when it comes to my music. Everyone who knows me, knows that. But with Steffaloo and Black Coffee collaborating, it's hard to let me down. HI54LOFI, put out a collaboration LP for Valentine's Day yesterday, packed with 15 relaxing, coffee shop tracks, including "Falling" from Black Coffee and Stephee Pie. The mix cheekly titled, "I Love You & Stuff" is not only appropriate for Valentine's Day but for the whole year. Stream it HERE. Happy Wednesday.