Monthly Archives: January 2010
Reasons to Quit
Some of you may be questioning your life right now. Looking yourself in the mirror. Why? The shots. The booze. The dancing by yourself. Sometimes, it is all worth it. Sometimes. Meet Phosphorescent, they did an entire album of Willie … Continue reading
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Futurebirds :: Free EP
I have kept this one to myself for a few days, I’m sorry. It was selfish. This is as good as it gets for me. Thanks to Hearya for spreading the word about this one. The Futurebirds remind me of … Continue reading
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Twin Sister :: Free EP
Download Vampires With Dreaming Kids, the four song EP for free here. This debut EP from the Brooklyn band features the song below. Spread the word. Twin Sister- I Want A House
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Friday Shakedown :: Sleigh Bells Ring Ring
It is Friday and it feels good to be alive. Sometimes, you take it for granted. Sleigh Bells- Ring Ring Previous Sleigh Bells Post.
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Upcoming Shows :: Chicago
“Chicago got a lonely wind, makes you wanna stop and call some lonesome friend” -Merle Haggard 1.29.10 *Alberta Cross, Hacienda @Schubas Tavern 1.30.10 *Cold War Kids @The Vic SOLD OUT 2.1.10 *La Roux @Lincoln Hall 2.5.10 *Gov’t Mule @House Of … Continue reading
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Grab a tall boy and chug along…
When I close my eyes and listen to this track I am back home on the dirt roads of Texas. I got my dog, my girl, and maybe a tall boy and we are cruisin some backroads, nice and slow. … Continue reading
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Efterklang :: Modern Drift
By popular demand, a short film by Kristian Leth. Efterklang in Chicago, with Balmorhea on 3.10.10, tix here.
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The Harmon Drive Mailbag Presents Cicada Summer :: Alabama Train
Cicada Summer was the first band that ever contacted Harmon Drive and to put it plainly they gave me the support I needed to keep on doing what I am doing. Their music reminds me of old school Widespread Panic, … Continue reading
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Urban Outfitters Presents Two Free Compilations
These compilations are from your friends in the skinny jeans over at Urban Outfitters. I have only listened to these 25 free tracks from LSTN8 once or twice but my first inclination is to say that LSTN 7 is better. … Continue reading
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Kanine Records presents Holy Hail, a track called Cool Town Rock
Kanine Records, based in Brooklyn sent me a free download in a link for their sampler of some of their artists. This song by Holy Hail, called Cool Town Rock stuck out as an energetic mix of words I can’t … Continue reading
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I Just Can’t Get Enough
If there was ever a song I was going to kill it would be this one. I am usually pretty good about not playing songs over and over again. Not the case with Mrs. Cold by Kings of Convenience. The … Continue reading
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Interested in Advertising on Harmon Drive?
Harmon Drive boasts visitors from all over the world, and they are all the bright, energetic people you would be interested in reaching if you have a business. For more info, contact: harmondriveblog@gmail.com
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Wilco Posts Shows for Free Download to Support Relief for Haiti
Wilco has released two shows for free download on their website right here. They ask in exchange for the free music, that you make a minimum donation of $15 to one of the organizations they list if you are able. … Continue reading
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A Song For Monday, Ease it in with Efterklang
This song is by a Danish group, Efterklang, which stems from a Danish word meaning remembrance or reverberation. Something different for you on a nice, lazy Monday. Efterklang- Modern Drift More Efterklang here.
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Cold War Kids :: Audience
I talked about this song awhile back, but the Cold War Kids are playing this weekend at The Vic in Chicago. Yes, it is sold out, but sold out shows should not stop you. Trust me. Jam this one nice … Continue reading
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Sunday Mailbag :: 1, 2, 3 :: Confetti
I featured an article about the band 1, 2, 3 a few weeks ago where I spoke with Josh about influcences etc. but it was before my friends at hypem were supporting the site so I would like to introduce … Continue reading
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Sub Pop Knows What Up, Do You?
Take a listen to Le Loup, a song called Forgive Me which can be found on the Sub Pop Cybersex Sampler. Sub Pop Records, based out of Seattle says “We’re not the best, but we’re pretty good.” For what it’s … Continue reading
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Did you know you can listen to Harmon Drive online?
It has come to my attention that not too many people know about the Harmon Drive Jukebox. You can listen to the Harmon Drive Jukebox anytime you want, when work sucks, when work is fun…whenever you want. Tons of songs, … Continue reading
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It’s A Work Day
I know, but listen to Matthew, Paul, Dimitri & Jack of the band It Hugs Back, a song called work day. Hey, it’s almost over. It Hugs Back- Work Day
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A Vetiver Remix
Sub Pop is all in my ears lately. Listen to this track and kick back, it’s called More of This. Vetiver- More of This (Neighbors remix) and a catchier tune by Vetiver I featured awhile back… Vetiver- Everyday More Vetiver … Continue reading
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