The Sounds of VTech

Last night was one of those nights. Choices had to be made. You could have A) waited in line with a bunch of tweens who stayed up past their bedtime to watch the new Twilight movie, New Moon or  B) waited in line with a bunch of electro funk music loving fans and watch the energetic duo from Austin rock out SPIN on Sunset at the Key Club. Dilemma right? I opted for B. And though I had a moment of uncertainty when I was being crushed by the crowd who were desperately vying for front row viewing, the moment Aaron Behrens and Thomas Turner aka Ghostland Observatory took the stage, any doubt was wiped away. 

When Turner came out on stage in his Count Chocula cape, and Behrens grabbed the mic to perform their first song, it was the best of both worlds. The packed crowd went wild. Guys dressed in capes, one dressed as a banana, the blinding flashes of dozens of cameras, you could tell it was going to be one of those nights. And the energy in the audience continued to rise as Behrens gyrated for the crowd, strutting up and down the stage to their cheers. 

You had to be there. But if you weren’t, here’s a quick photo recap and next time, keep it here on the Sounds of VTech and don’t miss out. 

There are too many music festivals on the national circuit to count, but few had the charm and talent of this year’s Voodoo Music Experience. Acts like KISS, Eminem, Jane’s Addiction, Flaming Lips and more played to over 100,000 people over Halloween weekend in beautiful New Orleans. And not even the wet weather could keep the crowds away. 

The Big Easy was the perfect backdrop for this event and before each artist/band made their way to the stage, they found their way to our gifting area in the artist lounge and walked away with a VTech IS9181 WiFi Internet Radio and Cordless phone. Here’s a quick look at who dropped by. 

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The Sounds of VTech / Backstage with the Meat Puppets

From our friends over at D+T Magazine is a behind the scenes interview with Noah and the Whale at the Mercury Lounge during their U.S. Tour. They talk about their new record, the growth of the band after their “break-up,” and more.

Noah and the Whale, the British indie folk group, with punk rock and folk influences, from Twickenham, London, England has been compared to Neutral Milk, Hotel, Bonnie Prince Billy and Belle & Sebastian. Their debut album,  Peaceful, the World Lays me Down, was released on August 11th, 2008 and made it to the number 5 spot on the Official UK Album Chart. Since then, they released their second full length LP in August 2009, entitled The First Days of Spring. Band member Charlie Fink also made a film that runs the entire length of the album called…? The First Days of Spring!

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The Sounds of VTech / Noah and the Whale

Tomorrow night, November 19th, join SPIN on Sunset and VTech as we present an evening with Ghostland Observatory for an exclusive performance. 

SPIN on Sunset is a signature series of SPIN Magazine in Los Angeles at the Key Club in Los Angeles. The SPIN on Sunset series has seen groups such as Chromeo, Fratellis, Gym Class Heroes, and more.

Now it’s time for the Austin duo, Ghostland Observatory, who’s electro/rock/funk music has been garnering attention and praise since their debut full-length album in 2005 with delete.delete.i.eat.meat. Ghostland, now working on album #4, continues to rock out at festivals and shows.

Have you bought your tickets yet?

Click here to buy tickets: Ghostland Observatory Tickets!

Here it is. The third and final video from the Portland, OR. band, Hockey from their recent appearance at SPIN’s Manhattan office rooftop for a special SPINHouse Live event sponsored by VTech during CMJ this year. “Too Fake” is from their album, Mind Chaos and now on the Sounds of VTech for you to enjoy. 

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The Sounds of VTech / Hockey: Too Fake

 A rapper and producer known for his use of percussionless soundtracks and abstract lyrical style, Jay Electronica brings an unconventional approach to his music and performances.  

Check out Filter TV’s interview as we walk the streets with the New Orleans and Magnolia Projects native as he returns home for a performance at the Howlin’ Wolf .

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The Sounds of VTech / Filter TV with Jay Electronica