Archive | June, 2012

New Pop Act ‘Gospel Music’ Isn’t Exactly Religious (Video)

In late 2010, Owen Holmes (bassist of indie darlings Black Kids) branched out on a solo project called Gospel Music.  Holmes’ new act—of course—has nothing to do with its eponymous genre.  Instead, the new LP How to Get to Heaven from Jacksonville, FL covers the more or less typical mix of alcohol, ennui and noncommittal [...]

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INDIE: Bobby Jealousy (Episode 2, Pt. 1)

Bobby Jealousy is a self-described “throwback,” “dirt pop,” “melodic,” “soul-inspired,” and (charmingly) “death-obsessed” band from Austin, TX.  The members are somewhat seasoned players—one is particularly accomplished as a solo artist—and each is undeniably gifted.  The ethos seems to be:  work hard, master the melodies in studio, then get drunk and play the imperfect f*ck out [...]

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The Stray Cat Lee Rocker: Rockabilly, Revival Fest and “Fishnet Stockings”

Last week, Vesper Magazine had the incredible honor of sitting down with rockabilly legend Lee Rocker.  Rocker is probably best known for his work with The Stray Cats—an act that garnered 23 gold and platinum records worldwide and established itself as an essential figure in the post-punk era.  But Rocker’s list of collaborators after the [...]

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