The Singletons - Self Titled

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Eastern European pop-punk always tends to have a sound to its own, or maybe its just the accent.  In any case, these guys differentiate themselves from the pack by sounding a little like an 80's revival band, like The Hives or The Strokes.  Still, other times, like the track "Lady Clorofile," they go the folk/country route.  Other times they sound like old fashioned rock.  Lots of variation keeps this album quite fresh through and through.  My only complaint is that the hooks could be stronger for this style of music, but give it a shot.

The Singletons - The Singletons (192 kbps VBR)

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Josh Woodward - The Simple Life

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Ok, change of pace guys, here's something really nice and mellow.  If you like Matt Pryor then you'll also love this.  There are lots of acoustic tracks with little flourishes like accordions and banjos, and a bunch of almost folk-like songs.  Sure the album is waaaaay to long, but taken in small doses it provides some really calming background music, or a nice addition to a playlist.

Josh Woodward - The Simple Life (192 kbps VBR)

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Shearer - Discography

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I love gruff vocals - lather on too much polish and I'm sure to overlook it.  For this reason I wasn't likely to overlook Eve when I stumbled upon their discography.  More rock than punk, Eve has an edge that gives them attitude.  Their songs do sound similar upon first listen, but after a few rotations you start seeing them each in their own light.

Searer - Eve (192 kbps VBR)

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Shearer - Adam (192 kbps VBR)

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Shearer - Makin-A-Munson (192 kbps VBR)

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Houdini Roadshow - Down In The City

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I must say, it was a pleasant surprise finding out about Houdini Roadshow's free album.  These guys play a rough but accessible brand of punk'n roll that's really easy to get into.  I wouldn't be surprised if after this album the Germany based band gets snapped but by the region's dominant independent punk'n roll label, People Like You Records, very soon.  There's lots to like here.  In fact, at this point I wouldn't hesitate to say that this is one of the very best free releases of the year.  Best of luck to these guys.

Houdini Roadshow - Down In The City (160 VBR)

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