Mixtape: In a Safe Place

Here is We Hate Your Hate's very first mixtape, for April 2006. The theme is 'In a Safe Place', which is blatently stolen from the title of an Album Leaf album. Speaking of The Album Leaf, they kick off this mixtape.

In a Safe Place
April 30th, 2006
Mixtape by Sheila
Theme: Safe
Format: all in mp3

01. The Album Leaf - Over the Pond
Is there anything more soothing then The Album Leaf? The album is titled 'In a Safe Place' for a reason, you know. Quite possibly the only music that can soothe a savage beast.
02. American Analog Set - Know By Heart
This is one of those songs that cannot be explained, just must be experienced.
03. Broken Social Scene - Love and Mathematics
With 'Feel Good Lost', Broken Social Scene created an album for the senses. This song, to me, sticks out as being something special. Maybe I'm just crazy, but this song seems safe.
04. The Most Serene Republic - Relative's Eyes
The lyrics to this song do not fit in with our safe theme, but... it belongs here anyways. Deal with it.
05. Plus Minus - No One Sees You Like I Do
I couldn't not put this song on here. It fits on so many levels, but it doesn't on so many other ones.
06. Augustana - California's Burning
One could argue this song should not be on here. So go ahead, and argue.
07. Beulah - Don't Forget to Breathe
The lyrics might not exactly fit perfectly, but as a whole the song seems to almost work.
08. The Flaming Lips - Waitin' for a Superman
Everyone's waiting for a superman, for someone to come along and save them.
09. Paperface - Darkside
A song of dedication.
10. Sigur Ros - Glosoli
If there is anything more soothing then the Album Leaf, it's definately Sigur Ros. Their latest, 'Takk', is absoultely magical.
11. Air - Playground Love (Vibraphone version)
Anyone who's seen The Virgin Suicides would immidately relate this song to that movie, as it's played through the entire thing. Now, for those of you who do not know the story (go and read the book!), the story deals with (quite obviously) suicide, of the Lisbon sisters. They were not safe, from anything. This is why this song is here.
12. Youth Group - Drowned
This song is here because it's about finding safeness in something that isn't exactly safe. An escape song, if you will.
13. Do Make Say Think - Soul and Onward
The atmosphere of this song is unbelieveable. It is, in essense, safe.

A zip file, containing all of the songs as well as the album art.

Album art credits: The model is Jennifer Head; photography and editing by me.

I hope you enjoy; and feel free to let me know what you think of the song choices, the mix, anything. And also, any suggestions for mixtape themes, titles, or even just one song to work off of are very much appreciated.

Artist Profile: Novillero

Novillero is a four piece band from Manitoba. They have two full length albums out; Aim Right For The Holes In Their Lives (2005) and Brindleford Follies (2004). Currently, Novillero is touring around western Canada so if you live out on this side of the country then you should go check them out. There is a full list of their concert dates on there website. They have a few tracks up there, as well as a few more at myspace and New Music Canada. Furthermore, you can listen to an in studio session of theirs over at CBC Radio 3.

Novillero is another fun band. Their songs are mostly upbeat, keyboard driven, pop melodies. If you like bands like the Lovely Feathers, Sloan, Hot Hot Heat or The New Pornographers, then Novillero is definitely for you.

Here are some songs off of Aim Right For The Holes In Their Lives :
Laissez-Faire System
The Hypothesist
The Art Of Carrying On
Abbey
Aptitude

And here are three tracks from Brindleford Follies:
Cat Scan
The Plaguing of An Ex-Comic's Mind
Stumble On

New Release: Hind Hind Legs

Also out as of last Tuesday, was the Lovely Feathers' new album, Hind Hind Legs. The first time I heard these guys was back in October of last year. I saw them live and was absolutely blown away. The Lovely Feathers are another strange band, but onstage they had this amazing energy. I don't think I've ever seen any other band seem so happy to be onstage. Anyway, Hind Hind Legs is their second album and you can listen to three of the tracks off of it over at Myspace.

Here is the band's official website. They are currently touring around Ontario and Quebec, so if you are in that area, then I suggest checking them out. I also have a few Lovely Feathers tracks for you.

Fudgicle
The Bronze
Force Fire Force

New Release: Yes, Virginia...

Last Tuesday marked the release of the Dresden Dolls latest album; Yes, Virginia... It is their third full length album and definitely something worth checking out if you ask me. They were previewing the whole album on myspace but they are starting to take it down. However you can still listen to some of the tracks here. They also have the music video for 'Sing".

The Dresden Dolls are a very strange band. They are made up of just two people; Amanda Palmer (Piano/Vocals) and Brian Viglione (Drums). However, generally it is that strangeness that attracts people to them. Their songs are catchy and even though they tend to be quite odd, you might find yourself listening to them on repeat for a while.

I have a few Dresden Dolls mp3s for you. These ones are from Yes, Virginia...
First Orgasm
Shores Of California
Dirty Business

And these are from their earlier CDs
Girl Anachronism
Bad Habit
Missed Me
Half Jack

An intro, of sorts.

Yes, this is indeed another one of countless other music blogs. Another Indie Music Blog to be precise. So if you have something against Independent music, or Canadians, then this is not a website you are going to want to look at. You have been warned.

Also note that all the mp3s that are posted are for sample purposes only and should be deleted from your computer within 24 hours of downloading. Support the artists.

If you have any feedback, questions, or suggestions for really great indie bands, then please email us at Wehate_yourhate@hotmail.com