GOTCHA COVERED - Vanessa Carlton - “The Cave” (Mumford and Sons)

Interesting to hear this stripped down version of “The Cave”.  She says:

“I like the Mumford and Sons song because it’s very simple and lovely and almost like a little bit of a nursery rhyme,” singer/songwriter/pianist Carlton says of why she chose to cover the UK band’s song. “It says a lot about life.”

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<3 L.Sizzle

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Video: Mumford & Sons Play New Song

In the wake of their breakout debut LP, Sigh No More, anticipation for Mumford & Sons’ sophomore effort is running rather high, but one thing will be for certain once LP2 rolls around: the tunes will have been road-tested, as the English folk-rock troupe has been previewing new material on the radio and in various live settings for over a year, not to mention during Clive Davis’ exclusive pre-Grammy bash in February. The most recent song to be unveiled, a heartbreaking gem possibly called “Lovers Eyes,” was caught on tape last night in New York City. You can watch their rousing rendition above, and catch the boys on their extensive U.S. tour this spring/summer.

(Source: twentyfourbit)

The Railroad Revival Tour Announcement //

This April, Mumford & Sons, Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros, and Old Crow are going to be Casey Jones-ing all over the American Southwest…

Traveling exclusively in vintage 1950s and 60s rail cars, the three bands will be playing concerts at six outdoor locations along the route from California to New Orleans. 

Tickets go on sale Wednesday, March 9 at 9 am PST (10 am MST, 11 am CST, 12 pm EST) at http://railroadrevivaltour.com.

Catch them enroute:
April 21 Oakland, CA @ Middle Harbor Shoreline Park
April 22 San Pedro, CA @ Ports O’Call Village
April 23 Chandler, AZ @ Arizona Railway Museum
April 24 Marfa, TX @ El Cosmico
April 26 Austin, TX @ 4th and Waller
April 27 New Orleans, LA @ Woldenberg Park

All Aboard..Toot Tooot! -k

Bob Dylan with Mumford & Sons and the Avett Brothers at the 2011 Grammy Awards //

Mumford & Sons and the Avett Brothers formed an epic backing band for Bob Dylan, who busted out a raucous version of “Maggie’s Farm” and managed to stay relevant at this year’s Grammy Awards.

-MW

MV’S TOP ALBUMS OF 2010 // #41-50

It’s that time of year, Vagabonds. In the next series of posts, we reflect on the 50 awesomest albums from 2010 (in no particular order) and look forward to another awesome year of music in 2011. Enjoy the video montage of the list below and without further adieu, albums 41-50:

50. Arcade Fire - The Suburbs- Enjoy the video above, read our past posts and hear from Matt on why this is one of the best for 2010…

“Arcade Fire resurfaced after a long break with this album about growing up in the suburbs, something that presumably many of their fans can relate to. One major highlight of the album is Régine Chassagne’s The Sprawl II, which sounds unlike anything the band had ever put out previously.” 

49. J.Roddy Walston and the Business-  Self Titled - L.Sizzle says… watch this video 

“Hailing from Baltimore by way of somewhere in Tennessee, Rod and company give us what this whacked out hipster/electronic world is lacking, some feel good rock n’ roll. Rod’s gritty voice coupled with some dirty keys reminds me why I fell in love with rock n’ roll in the first place when I was a kid. Their sophomore album was recorded on tape (yes you heard me right) the old fashioned way, it’s proof that there are some things a sample machine and Macintosh computer just can’t do or replicate. I respect the shit out of that. Take that nerds! «crushes beer on head»”

48. The Morning Benders- Big Echo - L.Sizzle says…

“Simply gorgeous, I don’t think there’s anything else to say. Listen to the full album in Jess’ post from earlier this year”

47. Kanye West - My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy - Matt says…

“Even after weekly G.O.O.D. Friday leaks and several major live TV performances, the release of Kanye’s best album to date was a massive event.  As much as you might not want to love this album, it’s close to impossible.  Special shout-out to Bon Iver for being Kanye’s not-so-secret weapon.”

46. Mumford & Sons - Sigh No More - L.Sizzle says…

“Proving their worth at Telluride Bluegrass Festival this year, it’s no secret I just plain love this album. I love banjos, stand up bass, dobros and well, i love bluegrass! If you aren’t sure how much you like the twine and twang of bluegrass music, Mumford and Sons is a great place to explore your courtship. Fused with traditional folk style, the boys from Britain give us an easily relate able sound that pays homage to the roots of folk and bluegrass. All in one album you could feel like you are pleasantly lost in Kentucky, Alabama or on the Scottish countryside.”

45. LCD Soundsystem - This is Happening- Matt says…

“Like the first track on the album, “Dance Yrself Clean,” the latest (and final?) album from LCD Soundsystem is a slow build, growing on you with every listen until it ranks up with the best of their previous work.  Just try not to dance while watching this video.”

44. Big Boi – Sir Lucious Left Foot: The Son Of Chico Dusty- Matt says…

“After listening to this album, it’s impossible to imagine why the decidedly more gangster half of Outkast had so much trouble getting it produced and distributed.  This is Big Boi back in Speakerboxxx mode with bouncing hip hop tracks like Shutterbug and Follow Us.”

43. Erykah Badu- New Amerykah Part Two (Return of the Ankh) - L.Sizzle says…

“One of my favorite artists of all time, Ms. Erykah Badu fails to dissapoint in 2010’s Part 2 Return of the Ankh. Opposed to the social and politically themed Part 1, 4th World War, Part 2 is intimate and carries themes about self respect, relationships and longing, showcasing her titanic voice and charismatic yet vulnerable thoughts. This album reflects the soulful jazz and R&B that made Baduizm an amazing album but brings the modern Erykah to life. We brought you the video for Window Seat when it came out, we hope you checked out the rest of the album.” 

42. Sleigh Bells- Treats - L.Sizzle says…

“When I first heard this album I couldn’t put words to it. Critics write it off as noise, but those listening a little deeper discovered melodies and a sound that pushes the envelope. The purely heavy sound of Sleigh Bells were a welcome change at a time when I felt that I hadn’t heard anything new and truly creative in a while. Definitely worth checking out and not for the faint of heart!”

41. The Dead Weather - Sea of Cowards - KyKy says…

“White and Mosshart et, al. continued to deliver their seductively demonic, sweat-soaked blues. MV caught their collection of carcasses at Prospect Park this Summer, restoring our faith in rock.”

Festy Fun 2010 - Telluride Bluegrass Festival - Telluride, CO

Recommendations from your trusty Vags on must-see bands at this summer’s hottest festivals.

The bluegrass faithful come from across the country to experience this banjo pickin’ good time. Your resident bluegrass Vagabond has got the recs on who you should check out if you were lucky enough to get a camp site.

L.Sizzle says…

The Carolina Chocolate Drops- as mentioned in our Bonnaroo Festy Fun post, this amazing trio learned from the best, old-time fiddler Joe Thompson. Check out the band Rolling Stone dubs “dirt-floor-dance-electricity”.

The Del McCoury Band- Experience the LEGEND.

Hot Rize- featuring the exceptional Bryan Sutton on guitar, this Colorado band will never dissapoint. Playing only a few times a year, this is a great chance to see one of the great bluegrass groups of the 20th century.

Mumford & Sons- Hailing from London, Mumford & Sons almost sounds like a bluegrassy Dave Matthews Band. See for yourself.

Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros- We’ve told you about this group before and continue to be big fans. Not exactly the quintessential band for the festival but not to be missed!

Also make sure to check out Yonder Mountain String Band, Leftover Salmon, Sam Bush, and a collaboration between Bela Fleck, Edgar Meyer and Zakir Hussain. The full line up with time slots and stages is here: http://www.bluegrass.com/telluride/lineup.html

Music to your ears - from mine - with love

<3 L.Sizzle