Gina Vespa – who, sadly, is not affiliated with the motor scooter company – is a GWU graduate currently residing in Maryland with her husband and two dachshunds. A freelance writer for both Diffuser.fm and PopCrush, Gina enjoys combining her love for music with her passion for writing. She has interviewed artists such as Matt Pond and Zac and Isaac Hanson, and she's always on the lookout for new bands to check out.
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Hanni El Khatib, ‘Penny’ – New Video
Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter Hanni El Khatib has released a new video for ‘Penny.’ Check out the Simon Cahn-directed clip above to see an eclectic group of prison inmates sing along to the catchy tune.
Dior 2013 Commercial – What’s the Song?
Dior has released a mystical commercial for its new fall collection, and it takes place in the lush, enchanting gardens of Versailles. What’s the song in the background of this mysterious clip?
Bosnian Rainbows, ‘Morning Sickness’ [Listen]
El Paso-based prog rockers Bosnian Rainbows — side project of the Mars Volta’s Omar Rodríguez-López — have unleashed the catchy new single ‘Morning Sickness,’ which premiered over at Consequence of Sound today (June 10). The tune’s dreamlike vocals and infectious bassline make for a thoroughly enjoyable listen – check it out below.
KahBang 2013 Unveils Initial Lineup: Oberhofer, Lights + Paper Diamond to Perform
Back for its fifth go-round, the KahBang Music Festival makes its return to Bangor, Maine, on Aug. 8-11. Festival organizers have announced the initial lineup, featuring the likes of Oberhofer, Lights and Paper Diamond, plus dozens more.
Nikon Coolpix 2013 Commercial – What’s the Song?
The Nikon Coolpix S3500 keeps memories alive, a recent ad suggests. The quirky clip finds a young woman flipping through photos on her camera while her unusual "roommates" carry on around her. The commercial features the song ‘Welcome Home’ by Ben Cooper, who performs under the moniker Radical Face.
Kurt Vile, ‘KV Crimes’ – New Video
Last month, Kurt Vile unleashed a video for ‘Never Run Away,’ and now, he’s back with another new clip. The Tom Scharpling-directed vid for ‘KV Crimes’ (watch above) follows Vile on a parade through the streets of Philadelphia as he sports a plastic crown and stops for lunch at Wawa.
The xx, ‘Fiction’ – New Video
The xx’s new black-and-white video for ‘Fiction’ follows frontman/bassist Oliver Sim on a pensive journey through a house and outside, where he sings and sways beneath a full moon. The clip was directed by Young Replicant and shot in Palm Springs, Calif., during the band's recent trek through North America.
Cold War Kids, ‘Loner Phase’ – New Video
Backwards handwriting doesn’t come very easily to most of us, but Cold War Kids seem to have it down pat in their new video for ‘Loner Phase.’ Check out the clip above for a visual depiction of the song’s lyrics, as well as some colorful (albeit messy) doodling.
Trentemøller, ‘Never Stop Running’ (Ft. the Drums’ Jonny Pierce) – New Video
Danish electro-genius Trentemøller has released a new video for ‘Never Stop Running,’ featuring the Drums frontman Jonny Pierce. Directed by Frederik Jacobi, the clip pieces together an array of striking close-ups that are well suited for the emotionally driven tune.
Mountain Oasis 2013 Expands Lineup, Announces Daily Schedule
The initial lineup for Asheville, N.C.’s Mountain Oasis Electronic Music Summit was revealed back in April, and now, even more acts have been added to the bill. Sparks, Ulrich Schnauss, Mount Kimbie, ITAL (live), Autre Ne Vuet, Delorean, Actress, Shlohmo, Sorne, T.Williams and People Get Ready will join the previously announced list of bands and artists.