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One of my album Pledges get’s it’s full release today, I’m Across I’m Ashore from Nat Johnson and the Figureheads, check it out and pick it up at Thee SPC Nat Johnson & The Figureheads “Margot” by Thee SPC Nat Johnson & The Figureheads “Astronomy” by Thee SPC Nat Johnson & The Figureheads “The Scottish Song” by Thee SPC
. . . → Read More: Nat Johnson and the Figureheads – I’m Across I’m Ashore  Given recent events across the UK and particularly in London writing about independent music may be low down the list of many peoples priorities this week, but stating the obvious this is a music blog and although Beat Surrender has no ‘Mission Statement‘ but part of the blogs ‘job’ is to promote and support great music – the big players don’t need assistance, but Beat Surrender can (I hope) help the independents in some small way, and right now they need some help. One of the labels affected is Loose who have released recordings for some of my favourite artists and albums including The Felice Brothers, Dawes, The Duke & The King, Danny & The Champions of the World, Hurray For the Riff Raff, Jim White, Mary Lou Lord, Peter Bruntnell, Corb Lund, The Handsome Family and Monkey Swallows the Universe. Stealing a line from Twitter, whatever is left is now limited edition, so if you’re thinking of parting . . . → Read More: Support the independents – Loose Records Here’s where my pledge is going this month. Cut & Paste
Nat Johnson and the Figureheads are a five-piece band based in Sheffield. Their music ranges from the sparse acoustic twinkling of Nat’s former outfit Monkey Swallows the Universe, to a full, electric sound encompassing alt-country and indie pop. They released their debut album, “Roman Radio”, in October 2009 on Damaged Goods Records. They have recorded live radio sessions for Marc Riley, Tom Robinson and John Kennedy. The band released a new EP, ‘What the Heart Pours Into’, on March 7th 2011 on Damaged Goods.Nat Johnson is the former singer, songwriter and guitarist of acclaimed folk-pop band Monkey Swallows the Universe. When MSTU disbanded in 2008, Nat went solo for a short while before assembling her backing band, The Figureheads. After all, it’s said to be unlucky to sail a ship without a figurehead. The Figureheads are: Kevin . . . → Read More: Nat Johnson and the Figureheads – Pledge One of my most anticipated albums of the year is getting closer to formal release, Lighting Rod Records have made available a teaser track from Jason Isbell & 400 Units upcoming album Here We Rest. What a track it is too, one of his best to-date – this album is going to blitz end of year lists for sure. Listen in full to the great new album from Exene Cervenca and grab yourself a Bloodshot approved teaser track. Order the vinyl here. Exene Cervenca – Already in Love Nat Johnson’s new EP is up to buy on her website. Margot by NatJohnsonband . . . → Read More: Odds N Ends  |
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