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New Music Alert: Loving

I can already tell that I am going to be loving this band. Loving is a slow-wave indie bedroom rock band from Canada. Their music gives off the impression of a lazy sunday, which pockets of sun poking in through the windows as the rain taps against the glass. The band consists of a group of three from Canada, who play sparse, intimate songs. 

The band started back in 2015 when David Parry and Jesse and Lucas Henderson, who are brothers, started recording music together. It was initially a long-distance project, since some members of the trio were in Victoria while others were in Toronto. However, their initial success inspired the trio to become a full-time band and set up shop in Victoria. 

The music of Loving is like psychedelic folk. It’s calming, relaxing, and uplifting all at once. Loving’s first album is their self-titled debut, which came out back in 2016. My favorite song is “The Not Real Lake,” closely followed by “Bowlly Goes Dancing Drunk Into the Future” and “A Long Slow Little Wave / Citizen, An Activity.” Their second album, “If I Am Only My Thoughts,” came out in 2020. It is a bit more fast-paced and features more acoustic sounds than their debut album. From this I would choose “A Mirror for Two Voices” and “Only She Knows” as my favorites. 

You can love, you can leave it, and say you’re nothing without it, but don’t sleep on Loving. 
Hope you guys enjoy the tunes, 
-The DJ Formerly Known As Chippypants

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Miscellaneous Playlists

February Favorites

For me, 2021 has been about finding music new and old that is good quality and worth listening to. This is evidenced quite clearly by this list being composed of music with release dates that span from 1998 to 2020. Let’s not waste any time and get straight into my February Favorites.

“Let’s Get Out” by Life Without Buildings

Up first, we have “Let’s Get Out,” by Life Without Buildings, an arbitrary but joyous song comprised of slightly nonsensical lyrics. Despite this, it is so addicting to listen to, as the words and phrases seem to have no real meaning behind them, causing them all to flow into each other beautifully. The lead singer of the band, Sue Tompkins, talk-sings amongst an addicting guitar melody engineered by Robert Johnston, upbeat percussion headed by Will Bradley, and a groovy bass-line by Chris Evans (not to be confused with the famous Marvel actor Chris Evans). This song feels like sunny days in January, and I can’t help but smile as I sing along.

“When It Hurts so Bad” by Ms. Lauryn Hill

This year, I finally listened to the critically acclaimed album, “The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill,” which as a whole has been a favorite of mine thus far in 2021. In the hook of this song, Lauryn Hill laments the question “When it hurts so bad, when it hurts so bad  / Why’s it feel so good?” Hill displays her stunning vocals throughout this song, especially in the chorus. The outro of the song, like a few others on the album, includes a skit of a teacher asking a classroom full of students what love is. Following that story throughout the album is very fun, and makes it all-the-more cohesive. This track is the ultimate song to sing along to in the shower.

“Tarantula” by Wavves

Despite what the title might make you think, this song is not about arachnids, but rather the perfect angry-for-no-good-reason tune. It simultaneously is an upbeat dance tune, while also having fairly nihilistic lyrics, which is my personal favorite type of song. The chorus loudly asserts “Every morning / Toxic waste / Everything sucks / If you don’t get your way.” Wavves makes great indie-rock tunes and this song is a prime exemplar of that fact.

“Simple Math” by Kid Sistr

Kid Sistr started releasing music last year, and it would be no understatement for me to say that I’m obsessed. “Simple Math,” is a beautiful indie-rock ballad about the hard cycle of getting over a relationship.  The chorus, which I love to poorly sing along to, goes “I keep falling back on simple math / It’s all I have / Trying to subtract you / Coming back to simple math.” The intricate lyrics, clean vocals, and slow and somewhat haunting instrumentation comes to a head at the end of the song, where the lead singer belts out the last couple of lines. Kid Sistr is an excellent band, and I especially keep coming back to this song. 

“The Breeze” by Dr. Dog

“The Breeze” is a folkier song from Dr. Dog, a band that tends to lean more toward the genre of rock. This track feels like a winter in the Midwest in a comforting way that I can’t put my finger on quite completely. The folky nature of the song feels like a mixture of Fleet Foxes and “Norwegian Wood” by the Beatles. I can’t speak high enough praises of this song and the pure nostalgia it brings to me, despite only listening to it for the first time a few weeks ago. The lyrics are poetic in nature, my favorite section being the first chorus, which goes “Do you feel like you’re stuck in time? / Forever waiting on that line / If nothing ever moves / Put that needle to the groove / And sing.” 

You can check out a playlist of my favorites, if you so desire.

Until next time,

Caitlin

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Band/Artist Profile

Band Profile: Leaf Hound

Leaf Hound was one of those bands that slipped through the cracks in the early 1970s but are now receiving the recognition they deserve. After only one album, they went on the do other things, most notably their singer, Peter French, who joined Atomic Rooster in 1971. But what an album it was! “Growers of the Mushroom” has all the elements of British blues and proto-metal: blistering riffs, raspy vocals, and a twinge of psychedelia. Though Leaf Hound was not as influential as similar bands from the time, like Black Sabbath and Deep Purple, one can imagine the impact they could’ve had if they continued.

One of their most outstanding accomplishments was the hit song “Freelance Fiend.” Wow! What an incredible track. Though Peter French is heralded for his signature ’70s-esc screeches, what really stands out to me is the dance between the two guitarists, Mick Halls and Derek Brooks. “Hipshaker” is another stand-out track.

In 2007, Leaf Hound spontaneously reunited to release one more album, this time with a completely new lineup. Peter French reinstated himself as lead singer, but the rest of the band included Tom Smith on guitar, Pete Herbert on bass, and Dominic French on drums. Including a collection of new tracks, remastered oldies, and songs from Atomic Rooster, the album was a success. However, “Growers of Mushroom” became somewhat of an artifact among record collectors, sometimes selling for over $4,000.

It’s no doubt their popularity has soared exponentially since their disbandment, going on to inspire artists like Tame Impala and Wolfmother. Leaf Hound is definetely worth taking a listen to!

Members: Peter French (vocals), Mick Halls (guitar), Derek Brooks (guitar), Stuart Brooks (bass), Keith George-Young (drums)

Discography: Growers of Mushroom (1971), Unleashed (2007)

Best Songs: Freelance Fiend, Drowned My Life in Fear, Stray, Hipshaker, Too Many Rock ‘N’ Roll Times

Happy Listening!

– DJ Butter

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Friday Favorites (2/26)

Written by Miranda

Tides – Men I Trust

This song is very classic Men I Trust vibes, if you like the band you’ll love this new single. 

yesterday – frumhere

A new single from my one of my favorite lo-fi beat makers. 

Caution – KAYTRANADA 

A chill new song from KAYTRANADA; perfect for working out to. 

Gang Signs (ft. ScHoolboy Q) – Freddie Gibbs 

Another great single from Freddie Gibbs since his recent album, “Alfredo.” ScHoolboy Q brings more of a top-100 vibe to the song but Gibbs keeps it unique. 

Jealous (ft. Rico Nasty) – Mahalia 

Mahalia’s strong, sweet vocals perfectly complement with Rico Nasty’s harsher rapping. You can definitely see how Mahalia’s style has evolved recently through this song. 

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Weekly Charts

Afterhours Charts 2/23

Cover for ERIKA DE CASIER “No Butterflies, No Nothing” [Single] Erika with lily flowers.
ArtistRecordLabel
1ERIKA DE CASIER“No Butterflies, No Nothing” [Single]4AD
2BRIJEANFeelings [Advance Tracks]Ghostly International
3PRINCE INNOCENCE“Angelyne” [Single]Self-Released
4OVERMONOEverything U Need [EP]XL
5BICEPIslesNinja Tune
6MYDMoving Men Remixes [EP]Because/Ed Banger
7PROSPA“The Thrill” [Single]Rave Science
8PLANET 1999DevotionPIAS
9HIMERAMore Than Friends [EP]UNSEELIE
10JESSY LANZAAll The TimeHyperdub
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Weekly Charts

Daytime Charts 2/23

Arlo Parks - Collapsed in Sunbeams
ArtistRecordLabel
1ARLO PARKSCollapsed In SunbeamsTransgressive/PIAS
2GOAT GIRLOn All FoursRough Trade/Beggars
3JORDANASomething To Say To YouGrand Jury
4STEVE LACYThe Lo-FisL-M
5BLACK COUNTRY NEW ROADFor The First TimeNinja Tune
6MISS GRITImpostor [EP]Self-Released
7SHYGIRLALIAS [EP]Because
8BLU AND EXILEMilesDirty Science
9BUTCHER BROWN#KingButchConcord Jazz
10CASHINOVABig DragonStophouse
11MAGDALENA BAYMini Mix Vol. 2 [EP]Luminelle
12NANCYThe Seven Foot Tall Post-Suicidal Feel Good BluesB3SCI
13NAVY BLUESong Of Sage: Post Panic! Freedom Sounds
14POM POKOCheaterBella Union/PIAS
15PRINCESS NOKIAEverything Is Beautiful/Everything SucksSelf-Released
16CLAP YOUR HANDS SAY YEAHNew FragilityCYHSY/Secretly
17CAKES DA KILLA, PROPER VILLAINSMuvaland [EP]Classic Company
18DEZRON DOUGLAS AND BRANDEE YOUNGERForce MajeureInternational Anthem
19DON TOLIVERAfter PartyWMG Atlantic
20SHAMEDrunk Tank PinkDead Oceans
21KIWI JRCooler ReturnsSub Pop
22FREDDIE GIBBS AND MADLIBBandana BeatsKeep Cool/RCA
23SMINOShe Already DecidedSelf-Released
24PINK SIIFU AND FLY ANAKINFlySiifu’sLex
25MAMALARKYMamalarkyFire Talk
26KARI FAUXLowkey SuperstarChange Minds
27FAT TONYExoticaCarpark
28JOESEFDoes It Make You Feel Good [EP]AWAL
29VIAGRA BOYSWelfare JazzYear0001
30YVES TUMORHeaven To A Tortured MindWarp

TOP ADDS

ArtistRecordLabel
1SPIRIT OF THE BEEHIVE“There’s Nothing You Can’t Do” [Single]Saddle Creek
2ALICIA CLARAOutsider/UnusualHot Tramp
3CASSANDRA JENKINSAn Overview On Phenomenal NatureBa Da Bing
4KATY KIRBYCool Dry PlaceKeeled Scales
5PACKS“Hangman” [Single]Fire Talk
6DAD SPORTS“Nrvs Again” [Single]Grand Jury
7HISS GOLDEN MESSENGER“Sanctuary” [Single]Merge
8BALTHAZARSandPIAS
9PANSY“Anybody Help Me” [Single]Earth Libraries
10ALEX JULIABetter Part Of Me [EP]Self-Released
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Weekly Charts

Chainsaw Charts 2/23

Violence Unimagined Album Cover
ArtistRecordLabel
1CANNIBAL CORPSE“Inhumane Harvest” [Single]Metal Blade
2ASPHYXNecrocerosCentury Media
3THERIONLeviathanNuclear Blast
4WITHIN THE RUINSBlack HearteOne
5TERRORSink to The Hell [EP]Good Fight
6GATECREEPERAn Unexpected RealityClosed Casket Activities
7OF MICE AND MENTimeless [EP] [Advance Tracks]Sharptone
8WAGE WAR“Surrounded” [Single]Fearless
9UPON A BURNING BODY Built From War [EP]Seek & Strike 
10BOUNDARIES Your Receding WarmthUnbeaten 
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Underground Charts 2/23

Planet Giza - Don't Throw Rocks at the Moon Cover
ArtistRecordLabel
1PLANET GIZADon’t Throw Rocks At The Moon [EP]Self-Released
2GABRIELLE FINDLEYSugar1065633
3JSWISS“Once Again (ft. Mark Whitfield)” [Single]Awthentic
4MARCO XO“Nova” [Single]Loners Club
5XAVIER WULF“Kid Cudi (Remix)” [Single]The Hollow Squad
6DUCKWRTHSuperGoodRepublic
7SAMM HENSHAW“All Good” [Single]Columbia
8NAVY BLUEAda IrinFreedom Sounds
9TREY TUCKIt Won’t Last ForeverWerkoholics
10DANIELLE PONDER AND KARATE BOOGALOO“Look Around” b/w “Little Bit” [Single]Hopestreet
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New Album Review

Album Review: I’ve Seen All I Need to See

An album cover featuring macabre imagery

New harsh noise music is hard to come by, and it’s even harder to find noise that’s worth your time, but praise be, The Body have come through. The Providence, Rhode Island duo have been minor celebrities in noise and metal communities for a while, and they have moved through numerous styles in the nearly 20 years since their debut. Their 2016 album No One Deserves Happiness, is a favorite of mine for its absolutely bonkers incorporation of dance and art-pop elements into their barren hellscape of a sound, and genre enthusiasts assure me that some of their metal-oriented stuff is good as well, though I personally don’t care for it.

This new album, however, is something altogether more primal and terrifying. Going back to power electronic basics is kind of the noise artist equivalent of an indie rock band putting out a folk album, or of Taylor Swift releasing an indie project, and accordingly, these albums usually get listened to by a handful of fans before moving on to the next major release. I’ve Seen All I Need to See breaks this mold, taking a cold, unpleasant sound palate and deepening it into a genuinely moving experience. There aren’t bombastic highs, like on some of their albums, and there aren’t really dredging lows either, instead, the album asks you to just sit with for an hour or so and take it in. Slowly, the rough grimy exterior slips into something melancholic and wistful. Distorted synth tones feel almost melodic and the distance scream becomes a gentle descant. For a genre with an all too limited range, this album is awfully subtle, and you could attach a host of different emotions to it. Anger, loneliness, even something more uplifting, the choice is yours.

This album won’t be for everyone, noise music is an acquired taste at the best of times, usually because of its abrasion, but in this case more because of the slow burn, instrumental feel. However, if you like noise, ambient, drone, or even more lowkey metal artists like Sun O))) I’d recommend this release, there’s a reward for your patience down in there somewhere.

ALBUM: “I’ve Seen All I Needed to See” by The Body

RELEASE YEAR: 2021

LABEL: Trill Jockey

RATING: 7/10

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Miscellaneous

Do You Like Watching and Learning about True Crime?

What’s going on Butcher Crew, it’s your Master Butcher, The Saw, and today we are going to talk about True Crime. This has always been a subject that fascinated me because I have always been curious as to why people do the things that they do. I also like to understand the sociology and the psychology of a person. I like to try and analyze the individual and see if I can come up with my only theories as to why people are the way they are or how an event could happen. 

Below, is a list of shows that I enjoy watching that are based on true crime: 

  • Mindhunters – Netflix 
    • This TV show is based on actual FBI agents and their cases! This show follows around two FBI agents who helped create the term “serial killer” and also develop the behavioral science/psychology department at the Bureau. 
  • Night Stalker – Netflix 
    • This documentary goes through the investigation of the Night Stalker. There are interviews with the detectives that were on the case, family of the victims, and surviving victims.  
  • American Murder: The Family Next Door – Netflix
    • This case was wild!! A mother and her two daughters go missing and the father is acting rather calm… I wonder why… 
  • Evil Genius – Netflix 
    • Follow the investigation to see who was behind the man who was told to rob a bank with a bomb attached to him. The people in this case are wild. 
  • The Ripper – Netflix 
    • Follow the investigation in England, when the Ripper was out on the streets. 
  • Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil, and Vile – Netflix 
    • This film follows around Ted Bundy (played by Zac Efron) and his gruesome murders. This film also shows the point of view of Bundy’s girlfriend, who did not know what her man was up to. 
  • Conversations with a Killer: The Ted Bundy Tapes – Netflix 
    • This film has audio recordings of interviews with Ted Bundy and his killings. These are fascinating to listen to because you get a glimpse of the personality behind the killer and his reasonings to kill. 
  • Hotel Cecil – Netflix 
    • Follow along with the investigation of Elisa Lam and dive through all the conspiracy theories and went along with this strange disappearance. 
  • Honorable Mention: Bailey Sarian’s YouTube channel
    • Bailey is a YouTuber who does her makeup while she talks about a true crime story. She does a great job at laying out all the information and giving you a good picture of what happened. She is very passionate about what she speaks about and she does a wide variety of true crime stories. 

Stay Metal, 

THE SAW