http://www.thegeekcouch.com Music. Movies. Random Geekdom. Wed, 28 May 2014 13:27:59 +0000 en-US hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.8.10 Fiercely Independent Music. Artist interviews. Hosted by Sean C. Duregger. Sean C. Duregger no Sean C. Duregger [email protected] [email protected] (Sean C. Duregger) Sean C. Duregger Fiercely Independent Music. music, independent, rock, alternative, post rock, interviews, art, culture http://www.thegeekcouch.com/wp-content/uploads/powerpress/geekcouchbp.png http://www.thegeekcouch.com http://www.thegeekcouch.com/2014/03/26/music-review-pillar-point-pillar-point/ http://www.thegeekcouch.com/2014/03/26/music-review-pillar-point-pillar-point/#comments Wed, 26 Mar 2014 12:30:46 +0000 http://www.thegeekcouch.com/?p=10233 http://www.thegeekcouch.com/2014/03/26/music-review-pillar-point-pillar-point/feed/ 0 Charlie Smith,Depeche Mode,M83,Polyvinyl Records,Scott Reitherman,Throw Me the Statue,Washed Out For me, synth-pop and electronica has been hit or miss. Few electronic albums turn my head and most of them annoy the hell out of me, which is why Pillar Point’s debut self-titled album is such a stand-out. For me, synth-pop and electronica has been hit or miss. Few electronic albums turn my head and most of them annoy the hell out of me, which is why Pillar Point’s debut self-titled album is such a stand-out. The tinge of 80′s synth mixed with Scott Reitherman’s smooth, slightly processed vocals are reminiscent of early Depeche Mode, but it doesn’t feel like an experiment in nostalgia. Sean C. Duregger no 7:08 http://www.thegeekcouch.com/2013/07/19/deep-elm-records-sign-cinematic-post-rock-duo-u137/ http://www.thegeekcouch.com/2013/07/19/deep-elm-records-sign-cinematic-post-rock-duo-u137/#comments Fri, 19 Jul 2013 17:09:05 +0000 http://www.thegeekcouch.com/?p=9843 http://www.thegeekcouch.com/2013/07/19/deep-elm-records-sign-cinematic-post-rock-duo-u137/feed/ 0 Adam Tornblad,Coldplay,Deep Elm Records,Dorena,Explosions In The Sky,John Szuch,Lights & Motion,M83,Moonlit Sailor,Oscar Gullbrandsen,Sigur Rós,Six Parts Seven Adam Tornblad and Oscar Gullbrandsen of Deep Elm's Moonlit Sailor have a side project called U137. They are yet another "cinematic post-rock" artist that the label has signed along with Moonlit Sailor, Lights & Motion, and Dorena. Adam Tornblad and Oscar Gullbrandsen of Deep Elm's Moonlit Sailor have a side project called U137. They are yet another "cinematic post-rock" artist that the label has signed along with Moonlit Sailor, Lights & Motion, and Dorena. As a long time fan of Explosions In The Sky, I'm not complaining...though I do worry about over-saturation. The album, Dreamer On The Run is set to release on August 20th, 2013. Stay tuned to The Backstage Pass podcast as I'm sure I'll be featuring them soon. See the full press release  below: Deep Elm Records has signed cinematic post-rock duo U137 from Boras, Sweden. Neither member of U137 is exactly new to the Deep Elm family of fine artists. Both Adam Tornblad and Oscar Gullbrandsen are also members of post-rock foursome Moonlit Sailor, who have released three full-length albums on Deep Elm to rave reviews. Named after the Soviet submarine which ran aground in Swedish waters during the Cold War, Deep Elm will release the band's captivating 10 track instrumental debut Dreamer On The Run worldwide on August 20, 2013. "Oscar and I have been writing music since we were about twelve years old and we're still inspired to make music every single day. What inspires us is the thought of making THE perfect song, a timeless masterpiece of sorts. Dreamer is about as personal as an album gets. We wrote the music while living together directly after we had both ended long-term relationships. We shared the same vision about the album...to make our listeners feel inspired. Our goal was to create music as euphoric as possible. The album title refers to those of us who are 'on the run' from an ordinary, often boring, existence" says Adam Tornblad. "The music of U137 is quite complex despite the seeming simplicity of the songs themselves. From exquisite cinematic moments to poppy indie rock segments, the album offers a unique combination of sounds glowing with diversity and originality. It's the kind of album you listen to over and over again and find something new to savor each time you hear it. The beautiful melodies and the grand arrangements leave you with a feeling of pure euphoria. This is Scandinavian artistry at the highest level and we are delighted that U137 selected Deep Elm as their home" says label founder John Szuch. Recommended If You Like: Lights & Motion, Moonlit Sailor, Dorena, Sigur Ros, Explosions In The Sky, Coldplay, M83, Six Parts Seven Sean C. Duregger no