We are delighted to announce the re-release of The Hang Ups self titled–a lovely pop delicacy circa 2003–out now on Korda Records! It’s the first time this treasure trove of sonic goodness has been available for download. Get the best price right here on bandcamp, or find it at iTunes, Amazon, and all the usual suspects. CDs available in select stores nationwide, or order here.
Jim Ruiz Set’s Mount Curve Avenue out now on baby blue vinyl
The latest by Jim Ruiz Set is called Mount Curve Avenue, and if you haven’t bought this instant classic yet, now is the perfect time. It’s out on vinyl, and the first 100 copies are baby blue! Buy it right here at shelflife.
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The Ocean Blue “Ground Gives Way” video premiere in Paste Magazine
Another beautiful track from The Ocean Blue’s latest “Ultramarine” has been made into a video; this time by director Ginny Pitchford who weaves together live performance footage, hypnotic spinning lights, and dreamy vistas of outer space. Check out the Paste Magazine premiere of “Ground Gives Way” here!
The Starfolk Self-Titled is out today!
Fans are calling it “transcendent,” “weeping-inducingly beautiful,” and early press suggests this may be Brian Tighe’s masterpiece. The Starfolk is out today on bandcamp, itunes, and spotify, among others. Find CDs in select stores nationally starting 9/17/13, or order directly from The Starfolk here.
All Music Poplist with The Starfolk!
Brian and Allison rap about some of their favorite songs in this fun All Music Feature. Tunes from Dinosaur Jr., Jim Croce, Sentridoh, Dear Nora, The Glands and El Perro Del Mar.
Pop Matters Premieres The Starfolk’s “Sleeping Without Dreaming”
“Brian Tighe has exhibited his pop songwriting chops with groups like the Hang Ups and the Owls. Now, with the ’90s rock-loving the Starfolk, he may have crafted his masterpiece, and shares ‘Sleeping Without Dreaming’ with PopMatters…”
Interview right here!
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The Starfolk Shoot for The Moon
Their transcendent new record had a rocky start. An insightful feature on The Starfolk by Rob Van Alstyne for City Pages. Get the scoop here!
The Starfolk in studio @ 89.3 The Current
The Starfolk performed three songs from their debut self-titled LP live in studio on 89.3 The Current’s Local Show.
Listen to the broadcast here!
We are very excited that “Come & Play” by The Starfolk is in heavy rotation on 89.3 The Current! Rate/request “Come & Play” on The Current here!
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The Great Unknown by The Starfolk premieres on Pure Volume
The music site Pure Volume premiered the track “The Great Unknown” by The Starfolk today. “The Great Unknown” opens The Starfolk’s spectacular self titled debut LP, which is out 9/10/13 right here on Korda Records! Check out the premiere here.
Request The Starfolk “Come and Play” on 89.3 The Current!
If you’re a music lover in the Twin Cities, you already know about our beloved and influential alternative station 89.3 The Current. If you’re a music lover outside the Twin Cities, you should check out this terrific station by streaming online!
We are thrilled that “Come and Play” from The Starfolk’s debut LP has been added to rotation. Don’t be shy, rate or request it here!