The Homeshake Tape | Fixture Records Fixture | FR018 Cassette 1st edition of 200 (January 2013) 2nd edition of 200 (March 2013) "The Homeshake Tape" is the debut album by Homeshake, the solo recording project of Montreal-based musician Peter Sagar (Sans Aids, Outdoor Miners). Originally from Edmonton, Peter moved to Montreal in 2011 "for a cheap place to play music with some friends," including Mac DeMarco whose band he plays guitar in. "The Homeshake Tape" collects 9 songs that Peter recorded at home with the help of Jackson MacIntosh (Sheer Agony) and Mac DeMarco. This 25-minute album was released on Fixture Records in a limited run of 200 "cool blue" cassettes. The first run quickly sold out and a second edition of 200 tapes was made in March 2013. Artwork by Salina Ladha salinaladha.wordpress.com Band Links: homeshake.bandcamp.com soundcloud.com/homeshake www.fixture-records.com/homeshake.html
Stoned Meadow Of Doom Ah..Electric Moon! What's to say.....foremost purveyors of psychedelic acid rock, capable of turning a 20 minute acid jam into something heavenly and, I have to say, three of the coolest, soundest people I have ever had the fortune to meet. 'Stardust Rituals' is the band's 5th studio offering, as well as a plethora of brain scrambling live recordings, and sees them adding a few surprises into the mix. As ever, the personnel are Sula Bassana on guitars, e-sitar and various keyboards, Marcus Schnitzler on drums and Komet Lulu on bass, effects and vocals.....yes, you read that correctly...vocals! I won't go as far as to say that 'Stardust Rituals' sees the band take a new direction but there is a certain structure to this recording rather than the freeform jams of the past. It does, however, retain that unique ability to mesmerise and entrance and, when all is said and done, may well rank as one their best....and that, dear reader, is saying an awful lot! 1.
Study Determines This Is the Most Relaxing Song Ever Looking for something to help you relax before bed that doesn't involve popping a pill? You might want to load up your iPod with a song by Manchester band Marconi Union. Sound therapists were able to rate ten of the most relaxing songs, with Marconi Union's 8 minute trance-inducing tune, "Weightless", coming out on top thanks to its continuous rhythm of 60 BPM, an ideal tempo for synchronization with the heart and brainwaves, making it an ideal audio accompaniment for a good night's rest. Listen to it after the jump… Lyz Cooper, founder of the British Academy of Sound Therapy notes: "While listening, your heart rate gradually comes to match that beat. The harmonic intervals - or gaps between notes - have been chosen to create a feeling of euphoria and comfort. • 10 Simple Things to Make You Happier at Home • Your Weekly Retreat: How To Relax & Eliminate Stress at Home • 4 Goals to Boost Happiness at Home • Simple Ways to Relax and Enjoy Hosting