SMALL BEDROOM MIXTAPE VOL. II

[Download "SMALL BEDROOM Mixtape Vol. II"] EXPIRED
All 17 tracks are compressed into one '.zip' file.
Size: 57.3 MB
Format: WinZip File (.zip)

DISCLAIMER: This collection of music is only for sampling purposes. It may be a good idea to delete them from your computer after 24 Hours. SMALL BEDROOM Mixtape Vol. II will be available for about 10 days. If you are the owner of one of these songs and would like it removed, please do not hesitate to contact me. I am not trying to harsh on anyones mellow here.

Despite the fact that no one posted any comments, the response to SMALL BEDROOM Mixtap Vol. I was quite positive. So, I decided to throw another one together. This week's mixtape is a little different than Vol. I. One thing that is different is that Vol. II has 17 tracks opposed to only 16. Also, in terms of genre, the music is more closely related. There is a little Folk, a little Punk Rock, a little Electronic. Let me know if you guys are liking the Mixtapes, so I can keep making them. Oh yea, I reccomend listening to all the tracks in the order listed, I think it works well. It all should fit on a CDr quite nicely.

As always, I realize the filze size (57.3 MB) is quite large. But it would take far too long to upload each track individually. If there is a song you would really like, then email me and maybe we can work something out.

Track Listing:
01. Aspera- Mountains Will Give
02. Q Electronics- Drum Buddy Intro
03. Need New Body- Tittiepop
04. Enduro- Shaky Sister
05. Joanna Newsom- Sadie
06. Deerhoof- Milking
07. Daniel Johnston- The Beatles
08. Judee Sill- Jesus Was a Crossmaker
09. Herman's Hermits- Silhouettes on the Shade
10. The Greenhornes- Nobody Loves You
11. Lullaby for the Working Class- Sketchings on a Bar Room Napkin
12. Gun Club- Sex Beat
13. Sex Positions- Commit It
14. Wolf Eyes- Stabbed in the Face
15. Thunderbirds are Now!- Pink Motorcycle Helmet
16. zZz- Sweet Sex
17. Brother Ali- You Never Know
[DOWNLOAD ALL TRACKS]

-Miike

KINETIC STEREOKIDS

[Download "Kinetic Stereokids: The Super Hits"] EXPIRED
5 individual tracks!
Size: 22.2 MB
Format: WinZip (.zip)

At one point, Kinetic Stereokids' line up consisted mainly of kids that went to my high school. However, they weren't the "high school band" that played O.A.R. and poor Dave Matthews Band covers. KSK was the band that didn't play the talent show and only a select group listened to. The reason for this is quite obvious, not many high schoolers are into experimental/jam/electronic/noise rock. But KSK didn't care, they continued to play what they wanted to, and over the years have built a large following in the Flint and Metro Detroit, Michigan areas. It's now like 4 years after high school and KSK is still a fully functional band. KSK has always been years ahead of any band in the area. While everyone's Ska band was breaking up or morphing into an emo group, KSK was in the basement playing guitars with chalk board erasers. As a result, they have perfected their sound far beyond any band of their peers, and put on a live show that cannot be touched.

These guys are the epitome of D.I.Y. The 5 or 6 full length albums in their discography are all wonderfully home recorded, mastered, and produced. Everything from t-shirts to flyers are home made, and are always unique pieces of art. The five tracks on "Kinetic Stereo Kids: The Super Hits" are recordings mainly from earlier releases, but also some new ones. I know the file size (22.2 MB) is quite large, but I assure you it will be worth it. If you don't want to download the file, you can check out some new tracks on their Myspace page.

Track Listing:
01. Call It Quits
02. Explosions Were Heard
03. Free Money
04. Mechanical Outbreak
05. Pointless Day
[DOWNLOAD 22.2 MB]

-Miike

CAN

[Download "Bring Me Coffee or Tea" from Tago Mago] EXPIRED

I got a copy of CAN's Tago Mago at a Flint Local Show a while back. CAN formed in the late 1960's in Cologne, Germany. They strayed from current German trends and created heavily experimental electronic music. They scored a few hits in the UK, but remained mainly a cult band. However, their influence on today's music is undeniable. Loads of bands including, Radiohead, Godspeed! You Black Emperor, Bjork, Pavement, As Tall As Lions, and even Sigur Ros all list CAN as one of their biggest influences.

I have listened to all of CAN's early stuff (ie Soundtrack, Monster Movie, Tago Mago, Ege Bamyasi), and Tago Mago is by far my favorite. It is honestly one of the greatest album's ever, period. But seriously, if you don't already know this ablum, get to know it. I believe Restless and United Artists originally released Tago Mago in 1971.

-Miike

BLUEBIRD

[Download "Future Burn" from Dark Presence]

I don't know much about Bluebird. I know that they are from California, and I know they've released a handful of albums over the past 5 or 6 years. My knowledge of Bluebird is limited for a few reasons. One, they are completely unknown where I live in Michigan. Two, I have heard albums released after Dark Presensce ( ie. Hot Blood, The Two), and I don't care for them. Thats okay though, I do however love this particular release. Dark Presence is an exceptional album that blends very ambient guitars with dark instrumentals, all while having a very psychedelic feel. The group's obvious influences include The Rolling Stones, Mogwai, Fugazi, and The Velvet Underground. Dark Presence was released in '02 on Dopamine Records.

-Miike

SUFJAN STEVENS

[Download "Come On, Feel The Illinoise" from Illinois] EXPIRED
[Download "Casimir Pulaski Day" from Illinois] EXPIRED
[Download "The Man of Metropolis Steals Our Hearts" from Illinois] EXPIRED

Let's get this straight, I love Sufjan Stevens, and it is not because I am from Michigan. I first heard Greetings From Michigan a few years back. It is filled with heartfelt and beautiful songs about my home state. Sufjan plans on releasing an album for each US State. Illinois is next on the list. Get all the details on Illinois [here]. It will be out July 5th on Sounds Familyre and Asthmatic Kitty.

Sufjan's song writing and composing abilities greatly surpass any of his peer's. He has the potential to be one of the greats like Dylan, Smith, Lennon, or Drake. He creates the most amazing and unique blend of folk, classical, rock, and even punk. I highly suggest checking him out, his music has influenced me in so many ways.

-Miike

SMALL BEDROOM MIXTAPE VOL. I

[Download "SMALL BEDROOM Mixtape Vol. I"] EXPIRED
All 16 tracks are compressed into one '.zip' file.
Size: 51.8 MB
Format: WinZip File (.zip)

DISCLAIMER: This collection of music is only for sampling purposes. It may be a good idea to delete them from your computer after 24 Hours. But I don't care. SMALL BEDROOM Mixtape Vol. I will be available for about 10 days. If you are the owner of one of these songs and would like it removed, please do not hesitate to contact me. I am not trying to harsh on anyones mellow here.

A lot of sites have been posting "mixtapes" of their favorite music. That sounded like a fun idea, so I decided to make one as well. The SMALL BEDROOM Mixtape Vol. I is a collection of tunes that have been in heavy rotation at my house. There is no one specific genre on this mixtape, music ranges from Noise to Doowop to Folk. Some tracks you may like, others you may not like so much. Download the thing and give me your input, you may even find something you really like.

Track Listing:
01. Black Dice- Untitled
02. Kinetic Stereo Kids- Free Money
03. The Crows- Gee
04. Brian Jonestown Massacre- Yesterday
05. Devendra Banhart- This Beard is for Siobhan
06. Inouk- Elected
07. Midwest Product- Ofhas
08. Phoenix- Everything is Everything
09. Spoon- Paper Tiger
10. The Go! Team- Junior Kickstart
11. Oh My God- Fourteen
12. Black Mountain- Druganaut
13. 400 Blows- Root of Our Nature
14. Wire- Field Day for the Sundays
15. The Short Wave Set- Is it Any Wonder
16. The Muffs- Kids in America
[DOWNLOAD ALL TRACKS 51.8 MB]

-Miike

LIGHTNING BOLT

[Lightning Bolt Live in Fort Thunder, New Years Eve 2000]
Track Listing:
02. Waiting For the Snake Assasin
04. Wee Ones Parade Intro
05. Wee Ones Parade
07. 13 Monsters
09. Ride The Sky

Lightning Bolt are from Fort Thunder, Rhode Island, not exactly a hot spot for experimental noise rock. Nevertheless, the have managed to gain huge popularity and success all over the US. The duo consists of Brian Chippendale (vocals/drums) and Brian Gibson (bass guitar). They create some of the most unusual and interesting music I have ever heard. The bass Guitar slams out loud and relentless chords, and is acommpanied by drums that are equally loud and wild. They are truly pioneers of their genre.

Instead of posting tracks from an official release, I am posting a few tracks from a live show. Lightning Bolt shows are known for being crazy and loud. They typically play on the floor, opposed to on a stage, and the crowds always get rowdy. Give these guys a try, you will be surprised.

-Miike

INK & DAGGER

[Download "Creatures Like Us" from Ink & Dagger] EXPIRED

The Philadelphians Ink & Dagger broke out in like 1996. They pump out a great blend of somewhat dark hardcore and punk. This "self-titled" album is bad ass. Fucking check this shit out now. I thought New American Dream released this in 1999, but I was wrong. Buddyhead released it in 2000.

-Miike

THE BIRTHDAY PARTY

[Download "Sonny's Burning" from The Bad Seed EP] EXPIRED

The Birthday Party are a dark and poetic post-punk band from the '80s. Hailing from Melbourne TBP were originally known as The Boys Next Door and were comprised of Nick Cave, Howard, Mick Harvey Tracy Pew, and Phill Calvert. Nick Cave's vocals are perfectly matched to a soundscape of noise and feedback mixed with blues and rockabilly licks. This is amazing music, and I am fortunate enough to have a copy of this EP in my collection. The Bad Seed EP was released in 1982 on 4AD. Download and you will understand.

-Miike

WINTER SOUNDS

I am going to use up some space to plug a personal project. I am trying to get this label together and I need some help. The label is called WINTER SOUNDS, and it is run by me, Miike. I want to release a lot of Noise, Alt Folk, Rock, Experimental, Punk, and Hardcore. This is where you come in. I am looking for bands that would be interested in working with a real small label. If you are in a band, know someone in a band, or know of a good unsigned band get in touch with me. There are too many labels releasing crap, WINTER SOUNDS is not going to release crap.

Here is what to do:
Go to the WINTER SOUNDS website located at www.winter-sounds.com for all the information. Or, email me at rizikmi1@msu.edu or mike@winter-sounds.com.

Thanks,
Miike

THE FLETCHER PRATT

[Download "Sugar Won't Let You Sleep" from Slumber Party Highs EP]
[Download "Electrocute" from Nine By Nine]

Back in like '99 I wrote for a few local zines, whoop dee do. However, doing so introduced me to a lot of really geat music, and even more bad music. The Fletcher Pratt just happens to be one of the few good acts I was introduced to while writing. I got an email from a band member's sister or cousin or girlfriend saying she represented this band. She told me they sounded like The Beatles and The Kinks. So, I told her to send the album over. Days later I received Slumber Party Highs, and popped it in the player. I immediately loved it.

Natives of Detroit, The Fletcher Pratt are the unsung heroes of early motor city-style "indie" rock. The sound is a masterful mix of Stone's style psychedelia and 60's pop. But they are more than that, each song is unique and have obvious influences from groups like The Byrds, The Stooges, The Beatles, The Kinks, or more recently The Lilys. Unfortunatley, their career was short. The Fletcher Pratt disbanded in late 2000, long before they got the credit they deserved.

Slumber Party Highs EP was released in 1999 on Kite Records. Nine By Nine was released in 2000 on British label, Rainbow Quartz.

-Miike

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