Song of the Week 1/16

Rotation 1

First Aid Kit, Ghost Town EP - "When I Grow Up"

Young Swedish duo covers Fever Ray's, "When I Grow Up", stripping down the original to its lyrical core.  Removing the overtones of synthesizers and percussional beats, the song is represented with the same vocal hauntingness accompanied a softly ramblin' guitar.  In the spirit of Fleet Foxes, First Aid Kit, is true to their harmonizing vocals and simple folk instrumentation.  Check out their full length album, The Big Black and the Blue.





Rotation 2

Abbe May - "Mammalian Locomotion"

With a deep throbbing beat, gritty blues rock guitars, and sultry vocals, "Mammalian Locomotion" is Australian singer Abbe May's answer to Charlotte Gainsbourg's "Trick Pony."  The contrasting aspects of a delicate, yet seductive voice over strong instrumentation is a combination that makes both songs so addictive.  Be ready for this song to grab attention as Abbe prepares to release her upcoming album slated for May.




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