Fleet Foxes on LaBlogotheque

So, if you read this blog on a regular basis you'll know that the Fleet Foxes are one of my favoritest new bands of the year.  I dig their harmonies and the throwback good viberations of their tunes.

The Seattle boys recently got together with LaBlogotheque for a "Take Away Show."  The video show them harmonizing "Sun Giant" on the grounds of the Grand Palals and then inside an abandoned wing singing "Blue Ridge Mountain."  When they're inside it served as a natural reverb chamber serving the FF's sound well.

Fleet Foxes - A Take Away Show from La Blogotheque on Vimeo.

New Fleet Foxes "Silver City"

If you know anything about the Fleet Foxes you know by now they are full of sunny, laid back harmonies reminiscent of bands like Crosby, Stills and Nash. They are sticking to that formula and they certainly don’t disappoint with this new track “Silver City” recorded live at El Rey Theater. If you’re expecting a reimagining of Ghostland Observatory’s “Silver City” then you are going to be greatly disappointed.

The sound quality leaves a little to be desired, like as in good quality, it sounds like a recording done in the crowd…covered by a pillow. Well, actually, it’s not that bad. But, it’s enough to give you a taste of the song. Enjoy!

MP3: Fleet Foxes - Silver City (Live at The El Rey Theater)

Fleet Foxes "He Doesn't Know Why" Video

Seattle's Fleet Foxes can put another check to things that are a throwback about them: video. Yes, with their vintage sound and soaring harmonies the Foxes vidie for "He Doesn't Know Why" has a rustic look. But, mostly because it takes place in a barn...with lots of goats!

More Fleet Foxes Interview

So, a few weeks ago I hipped you to the first part of a John Norris interview with Fleet Foxes. Well boys and girls--here's the second part.

Oh, and the live version of "Winter White Hymnal."

Fleet Foxes at Lola's

I'm not sure how I let this one slip by me--Fleet Foxes are going to stop at Lola's in Ft. Worth as they make their way to ACL.  The Lola's show is on a Friday, September 26, then their in Austin the next day.

This is another great Spune show.  Those guys get some of the best acts and produce some of the best posters for their shows.  I'd love to know how they do it.

MP3:  Fleet Foxes - Blue Ridge Mountains

Fleet Foxes Interviewd by...John Norris?

There are a couple of things that I'm really surprised about. A) That the Fleet Foxes would get as much hype as they have and would be on "the lips" of so many people. B) That John Norris is still with MTV.

I quit watching MTV a looooong time ago. At the time I quit watching the channel it was all boy-bands and pop starlets. Mr. Norris does not seem to age! That and he's an ever changing chameleon. Whether it's Grunge, New Wave or Indie Johnny Boy keeps up with the fashion and hair trends. Geez. But, he will never, ever be as great as Kurt Loder. Ever. Period. I digress.

Check out the very interesting interview he did with Seattle's own Fleet Foxes.

MP3: Fleet Foxes - Drops in The River (Live @ Hi-Dive)

Live Fleet Foxes

The totally awesome Heather Browne, fellow Pearl Jam enthusiast and blogger for I Am Fuel, You Are Friends has uploaded some live Fleet Foxes from the Hi-Dive in Denver, CO. I was lucky enough to see them at The Loft last month and they were good and junk.

So, go here and gets it!

MP3: Fleet Foxes - Drops in The River (Live @ Hi-Dive)

Fleet Foxes "Winter White Hymnal" Video

I love these guys, by far one of my favorite new bands. Not only is their music a throwback to by-gone days of AM radio friendlyness that even your parents could dig, they bring out the claymation!

(Ultra8201 via PitchforkTV)

Fleet Foxes at The Loft

I got to see the wonderful Fleet Foxes this past Thursday at The Loft.  It was such a wonderful show!  I was really surprised how many people were there.  I'm not sure that it was sold out, but, it was pretty well packed.  It was great to see the reaction the band had when the crowd cheered and whistled when they would play certain songs.  They seemed to be genuinely grateful to the reaction.  They also told some pretty good stories in between songs.  One story even referenced the Degoba System.  The other was the story of bass players dad telling him via text message he was going to get a sex change.  But, it was just a fatherly ploy to get his son to call him.  Way to go pop!

Unlike the curse of the old Gypsy Tea Room, there was a very reverential vibe going on, there wasn't much talking from the crowd while the band played or in between songs.  So, that was nice considering the high hipster count that night.

The Foxes played pretty much everything they've released.  Which isn't a lot since they only have an EP and LP to their credit.  The vocals were flawless, they translated live almost as well as they do recorded.

MP3:  Fleet Foxes - Winter White Hymnal

MP3:  Fleet Foxes - Drops in The River

MP3:  Fleet Foxes - Quiet Houses

Fleet Foxes Remix

I was leary of a remix of "Winter White Hymnal" when I saw it. However, once I listened to it, it wasn't to bad. You wouldn't really figure the Foxes would get a remix treatment since they are of the folk rock genre. But, what do I know?

The Fleet Foxes will be at The Loft, my newest favorite venue, on July 3rd.

MP3: Fleet Foxes - Winter White Hymnal (Black Dominoes Remix)

Fleet Foxes

I can't really tell you how into this band I am.  Almost as much as I'm into SSLYBY.  But, that's for another time.  

I got this album last week in the mail and I've been listening to it non-stop ever since.  I listen to it while playing Madden, on the back patio drinkin', driving around town running errands...non-fucking-stop.  

If you were excited about the promise their Sun Giant EP held, then you will love the new LP.  It runs the gamut from folk-rock, to southern rock-ish type numbers to straight-up folky tunes.  Love it!

Yes, the My Morning Jacket/Band of Horses comparisons are going to come.  But, they pull off better harmonies than Jim James has ever attempted.  I can't wait to see them live and see if it's studio magic or if they got the chops!

Fleet Foxes - Sun It Rises (mp3)

Fleet Foxes - Ragged Wood (mp3)

Fleet Foxes at The Loft

In some of the better news I've come across today, Fleet Foxes will bring their genius to The Loft here in Dallas on 7/3. It would be a school night. But, the next day is the Fourth of July, so, I'm sure I'll get to go.

Fleet Foxes - Winter White Hymnal (mp3)

6/26/08 @ Bottom of the Hill, San Francisco CA
6/27/08 @ Casbah, San Diego CA
6/28/08 @ Echo, Los Angeles CA
6/29/08 @ Spaceland, Los Angeles CA
6/30/08 @ Solar Culture, Tucson AZ
7/2/08 @ Mohawk, Austin TX
7/3/08 @ Loft, Dallas TX
7/5/08 @ Drunken Unicorn, Atlanta GA
7/6/08 @ Local 506, Chapel Hill NC
7/7/08 @ Black Cat, Washington DC
7/8/08 @ First Unitarian Church, Philadelphia PA
7/9/08 @ Bowery Ballroom, The, New York City NY
7/12/08 @ Sub Pop 20th, Redmond WA
7/14/08 @ Middle East, Cambridge MAupstairs
7/15/08 @ Le Divan Orange, Montreal Canada
7/18/08 @ Terrace, Madison WI
7/19/08 @ Pitchfork Music Festival, Chicago IL
7/20/08 @ 7th St Entry, Minneapolis MN
7/22/08 @ Hi-Dive, Denver CO
7/23/08 @ Kilby Court, Salt Lake City UT
7/25/08 @ Doug Fir Lounge, Portland OR

New Fleet Foxes

Details of the new self-titled Fleet Foxes album are coming to light. I say that like it some kind of international intrigue involving a spy agency. It really only involves you, me and Stereogum.

They have released the first song, "White Winter Hymnal," from their eponomous LP. If you have listened to any of their Sun Giant EP then you will see "White Winter Hymnal" is not really breaking new ground. This song is just as good as anything on Sun Giant. (Stereogum)

Fleet Foxes - White Winter Hymnal (mp3)

Fleet Foxes - Oliver James (mp3)

01 Sun It Rises

02 White Winter Hymnal

03 Ragged Wood

04 Tiger Mountain Peasant Song

05 Quiet Houses

06 He Doesn't Know Why

07 Heard Them Stirring

08 Your Protector

09 Meadowlarks

10 Blue Ridge Mountains

11 Oliver James

Fleet Foxes "Sun Giant"

Can I be honest with you for a second? I wasn't super-duper hot about the Fleet Foxes when I first heard them. I mean, "Oliver James" is a pretty good song, but, I wasn't super excited to listen to their new EP Sun Giant.

And let me tell you I was way wrong about how good they were. First of all, "Sun Giant" is like their version of "Down In The River And Pray," such a sweet ass song and the hits just kept on coming. "Drops In The River" is good, but other than "Sun Giant," I really love "English House." It's like My Morning Jacket was mixed in with The Beach Boys and The Clientele and decided to record some country gospel.

I would totally recommend getting this album. The Foxes have a proper LP in the works that will be out soon. Until then, this album is plenty to tide you over with reverb heavy gospel goodness.

You can buy the EP here.

Fleet Foxes - Drops In The River (mp3)

Fleet Foxes "Drops In The River"

The Fleet Foxes are going on tour and they have a song available to download for free from their Myspace page. The song is called "Drops In The River," off their new EP Sun Giant.

3/11/08 Birmingham, AL @ Bottletree

3/13/08 Austin, TX @ Flamingo Cantina (Under The Radar SXSW)

3/14/08 Austin, TX @ Emo's (Pitchfork Party SXSW)

3/14/08 Austin, TX @ Bourbon Rocks (Sub Pop Showcase SXSW)

3/16/08 Norman, OK @ The Opolis

3/16/08 Austin, TX @ Palm Door (Seattle Party SXSW)

3/17/08 Columbia, MO @ Mojo's

3/18/08 Memphis, TN @ Hi-Tone

3/19/08 Nashville, TN @ Exit/In

3/20/08 Atlanta, GA @ Drunken Unicorn

3/21/08 West Columbia, SC @ New Brookland Tavern

3/22/08 Ashville, NC @ Grey Eagle Tavern

3/23/08 Chapel Hill, NC @ Local 506

3/25/08 Washington, DC @ Black Cat

3/26/08 Philadelphia, PA @ Johnny Brenda's

3/27/08 Cambridge, MA @ Middle East

3/29/08 NYC @ Bowery Ballroom

3/30/08 Worcester, MA @ Grind

4/1/08 Montreal @ La Sala Rosa

4/2/08 Toronto @ El Mocambo Club

4/3/08 Buffalo, NY @ Mohawk Place

4/4/08 Cleveland Heights, OH @ Grog Shop

4/5/08 Detroit, MI @ Magic Stick

4/6/08 Chicago, IL @ Schubas

4/8/08 Madison, WI @ High Noon Saloon

4/9/08 Minneapolis, MN @ 7th St. Entry

4/10/08 Grinnell, IA @ Gardner Lounge

4/11/08 Omaha, NE @ Slowdown

4/12/08 Lawrence, KS @ Jackpot Saloon

4/14/08 Denver, CO @ Hi-Dive

4/15/08 Salt Lake City, UT @ Urban Lounge

4/17/08 Vancouver, BC @ Media Club

4/18/08 Seattle, WA @ Neumos

4/19/08 Portland, OR @ Holocene

4/25/08 Bellingham, WA @ WWU-Underground

5/24/08 George, WA @ Sasquatch! Festival

Fleet Foxes

Fleet Foxes are a Seattle band with a sound similar to My Morning Jacket. Their sound is a little less rock n' roll than MMJ, but, just as good. They will be playing SXSW in March. And they will also be playing the Opolis, in Norman, OK, on March 16.

Fleet Foxes - Oliver James (mp3)