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Efterklang - Modern Drift

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This 10 piece band from Denmark just released their 3rd full length, Magic Chairs. In addition to their records with the British/American label, The Leaf Label, Efterklang has also put out some material on their own label, Rumraket, Danish for …

Efterklang - Modern Drift

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Grizzly Bear - Easier

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The dreamy intro and wide instrumentation of this song have got me hooked. Grizzly Bear began as a moniker for singer-songwriter Edward Droste's music in the early 2000s. After two full length releases as a full band, they are …

Grizzly Bear - Easier

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Russian Circles - Malko

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Falling somewhere inbetween Pelican and Explosions in the Sky, Russian Circles is a 3 piece instrumental rock/metal band from Chicago. The songs range in style from heavy discordant in-your-face metal to soft delicate passages you can fall asleep to. …

Russian Circles - Malko

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Imogen Heap - Hide and Seek

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You've probably heard a sample from this song in a current top 10 pop song which I won't even mention. I just wanted to give the real artist the credit she deserves. The 4 time Grammy nominated Imogen Heap

Imogen Heap - Hide and Seek

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Monsters of Folk - Dear God (sincerely M.O.F.)

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This newly formed supergroup consists of 4 of your favorite indie singers and guitarists. Conor Oberst and Mike Mogis from Bright Eyes, Jim James from My Morning Jacket, and M. Ward make up the Monsters of Folk. This first …

Monsters of Folk

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Good Old War - Coney Island

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It was a sad day when one of my favorite Philly bands, Days Away, broke up. But it was a happy day when I heard this song. The drummer and singer of Days Away joined up with the guitarist from another …

Good Old War - Coney Island

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Ben Folds featuring Regina Spektor - You Don’t Know Me

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Colloborations can be amazing or dreadful. This one definitely falls into the former category. Ben Folds and Regina Spektor are both wonderfully talented pianists and lyricists. On "You Don't Know Me", they combine their efforts and sing …

Ben Folds featuring Regina Spektor - You Don't Know Me

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Fleet Foxes - Sun it Rises

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I almost forgot how good Fleet Foxes are until I got linked to their myspace today. They remind me so much of the Beach Boys with some folk influence thrown in. Amazing vocal harmonies, smooth lyrics, and a soothing …

Fleet Foxes - Sun it Rises

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Person L - Canyon Lands

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One of the reasons I love Person L is the way they play a different style of music in every song. This jam is one more example of them doing just that. A jazzy drumbeat, ambient guitars, and distant …

Person L - Canyon Lands

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Algernon Cadwallader - Dinosaurs

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First of all, best name ever. Most people can't even pronounce it. Algernon Cadwallader is one of my favorite local bands. The raw vocals and twinkly guitars always put me in a good mood and their lyrics are fun …

Algernon Cadwallader - Dinosaurs

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Explosions in the Sky for the 4th of July

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If you've never heard this band do youself a favor and check them out right now. Some of the most beautiful and epic instrumental music coming from two guitars, a bass, and drumset. The ambient guitar sounds backed by rhythmic drumbeats …

Explosions in the Sky - The Birth and Death of the Day

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SILVERSUN PICKUPS - PANIC SWITCH

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When I first heard Silversun Pickups, I wasn't impressed. But their new single Panic Switch is making me give them a second chance. The distorted guitars and distinct voice of lead singer Brian Aubert leave me wanting more. Compared …

Silver Sun Pickups-Panic Switch

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METRIC @ THE TROC

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When I heard Metric's new album Fantasies I knew I had to check out their live show and I was not disappointed. The band and the crowd were both full of energy and EVERYONE was dancing. Including the lead singer of …

Metric - Help I'm Alive

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HOLY FUCK - LOVELY ALLEN

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I love instrumental bands and this one is no exception. "Lovely Allen" from Holy Fuck is my new favorite track. Canadian electronica including the use of toy phaser guns and a 35mm film synchronizer. It sounds like the happy …

Holy Fuck - Lovely Allen

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BOMBADIL - PYRAMID

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"My favorite part of a song," someone said, "is when everything changes." Bombadil set out to make their new record with that idea, along with a few questions. How many ways are there to laugh? What lies beyond the …

Bombadil - Pyramid

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About Matt

Matt

I love music and t-shirts, so when I met ropeadope I knew it was a perfect match.

I'm graduating this May from Temple University.



I lived in Germany for a year after high school and it was easily the best year of my life so far. I have this eagle (der Adler in German) tattooed on my back.



I love to travel and document my trips with photographs.



I snowboard in the winter and wakeboard in the summer.

I have a pug named Oliver.



check out my blog. awesome new t-shirts for sale every day: http://matteyer.blogspot.com

I'm currently working as a Design Curator for the Ropeadope Design Collective. We are releasing all new shirts for 2010 and focusing on the amazing artists who make it possible. If you know any sick graphic designers, tell them to hit me up: matt@ropeadope.com

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