The Sounds of VTech

Here’s a new video from our friends over at Death and Taxes Magazine featuring Jonsi. Jonsi who is the front man of ethereal pop group, Sigur Ros is going solo. His first solo album, titled “Go,” will be released on March 23rd, 2010.

Although the majority of Sigur Ros’s music could be described as melancholic and sullen, despite being a bit  psychedelic, the songs on “Go” are joyful and radiant, showing Jonsi’s sunnier and  more vivacious side. As owner of one of the most distinct voices in music, on his solo record, Jonsi has opted to sing in English instead of Hopelandic, the language he invented for Sigur Ros.

Watch and enjoy.

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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

Jay Reatard (Jimmy Lee Lindsey) is a garage punk musician from Memphis, Tennessee. Signed to Matador Records he’s released recordings as a solo artist and a member of the Reatards.

Jay Lindsey is a prolific songwriter, often acting as a member and contributing compositions to two or more bands concurrently. His first project was known as the Reatards which featured Jay as a solo performer switching between guitar, singing and beating on a bucket to provide percussive rhythm. He soon recruited a band, hiring bassist Steve Albundy and drummer Elvis Wong.

From the Lost Sounds to the Bad Times and Final Solutions, Lindsey’s music has found many outlets. In 2009 Lindsey revived the Shattered Records with “Shattered Record Club” and his new album “Watch Me Fall”

While his next record will be more mellow than his previous works, Lindsey said his live show will remain energetic. “I just want it to be like an assault live, and softer on records.”

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The Sounds of VTech / Behind the scenes with D+T and Jay Reatard

VTech and D+T magazine

have teamed up to give you a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the making of a magazine cover. This month features singer St. Vincent.

St. Vincent aka Annie Clark, is a singer-songwriter from Tulsa, Oklahoma. A Berklee College of Music dropout she’s a former member of The Polyphonic Spree and Sufjan Stevens’ touring band .

Two years ago, Clark released her debut album, “Marry Me” on Beggars Banquet Records. which featured appearances from drummer Brian Teasley (Man or Astro-man?, The Polyphonic Spree), Mike Garson (David Bowie’s longtime pianist), and horn player Louis Schwadron (The Polyphonic Spree) and instantly people noticed. Media outlets from Pitchfork to Spin to New York Times Magazine stood up in their seats as the album’s arrangements and elegant lyrics entranced them. The record was a success and lead to Clark’s win at the PLUG Award’s where she captured the award for Female the Year.

She’s recently released  her sophomore album for Beggars Banquet, entitled  “Actor”. This album was written entirely by Clark and producer by Clark and John Congleton of The Paper Chase.  With a hint of sophistication and new ambitions, plus stronger arrangements, this album inspired by some of her favorite films leaves fans with eleven tracks filled with cinematic musical masterpieces. Listening to her might just be better than going to the movies…  get the popcorn ready.

Check our exclusive footage and check back for more videos as the summer months continue here on music.vtechphone.com.

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The Sounds of VTech / Behind the Scenes: D+T cover shoot