Well, I got a little surprise while visiting one of my favorite mp3 purchasing sites Goldenmp3.ru They have the new Killers album up already!

The album “Day and Age” is set for release in the US on November 24th though (as stated) you can grab it early from the link above.
The Killers (as you may know) formed in 2002 from Las Vegas, Nevada and draw much or their influence from music styles of the 1980s and 1990s. The group’s debut album, Hot Fuss (2004) brought the band mainstream success.
I’ll be honest in saying that I still have yet to hear the scope of greatness that I felt “Hot Fuss” carried, though so far…I much prefer this album to 2006’s Sam’s Town. I think it may take a great deal of humble magic to create something to match (or beat) the creativity we heard in 2004.

Have a listen to this new song called “This is your life“.

Website…thekillersmusic
Myspace…The Killers

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Antwerp born artist Magdalena Bors uses houshold items to create beautiful images. Check out more here…Magdalena Bors.

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Check out this great creation from Los Angeles artist Ana Serrano. I love the attention to detail she’s put into it. I could spend hours looking at this. I love it.
Check out more of her stuff here…Ana Serrano

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The design work of artist Tokujin Yoshioka is truly in a class of it’s own. What you see above is his installation titled TORNADO inspired by natural phenomenon in Miami…created with 2 million transparent straws. His website is done beautifully with much to see including the creation of his natural crystal chair “Venus” which I highly recommend checking out. Click on the photos to see them in more detail.
All I can say is…inspiring.

Click here for his site…Tokujin Yoshioka

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Hey all. I had to update my “New Music Tuesday” post (below) as I was conflicted with the quality of one of the songs that I posted.
I decided to pull the song “Lullaby” by Sia as it seemed much too quiet. I don’t know if it was from my download or upload but never-the-less…
I’ve replaced the song and added one more.
Thanks to all those who visit.
I am attempting to update my work as well as re-formatting the way it looks so (for the future) I appologize for the dust. So…there…
Now I can sleep.

Good night.

This is illustration work from Paris, France resident Emmanuel Polanco. There is a great deal of talented work at his site here…Emmanuel Polanco. Check it out.

I’m really liking the illustration work of Patrick Leger. There is a lot more to see (including some paintings) at his site. For a recommended look, follow this link here…Patrick Leger.

Wow. Sorry about the short hiatus. It’s been a little busy in my world.
I’m working on some new pieces and I’m trying to dedicate more time to them. I’m excited to get some new work posted, it’s been a while. I’ll keep everyone updated on the progress as I continue. It shouldn’t be long now.

Anywho..It’s new music Tuesday and because of my absence I’ve decided to super-size today’s post of the great sounds that I’ve found.
If I can get this post finished in good time…I’ll try to add some new art that I have located as well. I don’t want y’all to think this is turning into a “music only” affair. So let’s get to it…

The first is from a Detriot, Michigan based outfit named “Deastro” from their new album “Keepers“. I hadn’t heard of them previously and only just found out about them today though I really enjoy this collection of work. Listen to this sample song from said album titled “Shaded Forests“. I really think you’ll like it.

Myspace…Deastro

Next comes from an album that was released a little earlier this year that somehow slipped through my fingers. It’s from New York artist “Sia” off the album “Some people have real problems“. I’m sure I had stumbled upon this previously, though I’m not sure why I passed by it.
Perhaps it’s due to my dislike of artists who put their photo on the cover of their album. I don’t know why but if your going to put a photo of yourself on the cover of your album…, in my view, it had better be something unique.
Anyway, if your like me, don’t let that discourage you from checking this album out, it is truly great. Her sound is not unlike a mixture between Amy Winehouse and Fiona Apple although (I think) much softer and intimate. I am actually pleased with this entire album so after listening to these samples, go check out the rest.

Also included in this set is a track from her 2006 release “Colour the Small One“. I caught an ear full recently in a preview that I was watching…which led me in her direction in the first place. I liked it so much that I had to include it here. It’s called “Breath Me”. If (like me) you enjoy her sound I think you will really like these works.

I Go To Sleep

Breathe Me.

Myspace…Sia Music

Here’s a song from Icelandic artist “Sin Fang Bous” from the album “Clangour” released just today. Again, I don’t know much about this artist, I found him while browsing around itunes and really enjoyed what I heard from those lame thirty second samples (they should be a little longer), so I decided to snag a few.
Have a listen to this track titled “We Belong” and let me know what you think.
BTW, Here is a perfect example of a unique picture of yourself on an album cover. No? That is…if it is him sitting there…hmmmmmmmm.

Myspace…Sin Fang Bous

Fourth…comes a track from a previously showcased artist “Alaska in Winter“…(The Homeless and the Hummingbird), From the latest album “Holiday“.
I really enjoy the stuff that creator Brandon Bethancourt churns out. If nothing else it’s truly unique in it’s beauty. (Side note for those interested) Brandon hails from New Mexico, USA though this album was recorded where he’s currently residing…Berlin, Germany. For some reason …I think it fits. :- )
Listen to this long titled sample…”Keep your boots clean and everything you step on is dirt“

Myspace…Alaska in Winter

Aaaaaaand Finally, We have Canadian rock group “Elias” from their recent released album “All We Want“. This is a more mainstream pop sound than the previous mentioned artists and frankly, that’s why I added it. I like to touch a few bases.
Here’s their albums secret track titled “Miles Ahead“. Enjoy.

Myspace…Elias.

Well, that’s it for now. I’ll try to get some great art up soon. Until next time…

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Well, it’s new music Tuesday…and I’m sorry to say that I only have a couple of choice recommendations for you. After wandering around the web a while I was a little worried that there wasn’t much out there to hear, but after a little searching…I found some really great stuff.

My first selection is by the New York group “Longwave” from their new album “Secrets are sinister”…duh.
This is their fourth studio album after a three year hiatus…and truly my favorite so far. They seam to have expanded their dynamic “shoegaze” sound to a whole different level of any previous work that I’ve heard.
Have a listen to the albums title track, I think you’ll enjoy.

Website…Longwave

The next comes from a Canadian band many of you may already know. “Stars” It seams, since the release of 2007’s “In our bedroom after the War“, has found their way into every body’s top ten of the indie pop scene.
This next song come from their new ep “Sad Robots” which (to tell you the truth) I like a little better then their after the war album.
They seam to have moved back into the electronic pop sound of their earlier albums from the rock-based instumentation of the more recent. It makes me excited for the future.

Listen to this track titled “A thread cut with a carving knife”

Myspace…Stars

Until next time…
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the painted room

I love the unique quality in San Francisco artist Chris Dorosz.
What you see above is acrylic paint drops on acrylic plastic and acrylic paint hanging on monofiliment wire (below). Very cool.

See more here…Chris Dorosz