http://www.hypeful.com >music >film >culture Tue, 17 Nov 2009 23:50:48 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Relax - that explosion you heard earlier was just the blogosphere blowing up over the release of "Norway," the first blissful new tune from Beach House's forthcoming (and mega-appropriately titled) Teen Dream. Strap yourself down before listening, kids - you might just get washed away in this gorgeously lush track. ... http://www.hypeful.com/2009/11/17/new-beach-house-norway/% Oh, those cheeky Arctic Monkeys! Both darker and deeper, the group's third album Humbug is a slowburner that rewards with repeat listens and proves that a young buzz band can, in fact, mature. Now, to support Humbug's second single and album standout "Cornerstone," the prolific group is releasing an EP ... http://www.hypeful.com/2009/11/16/new-arctic-monkeys-catapult/% Woah! The surprise cover of 2009 comes courtesy of Solange (y'up - Beyonce's l'il sis) and her R&B twist on hipster fave "Stillness Is The Move" by the Dirty Projectors. Sure, "Stillness" was arguably the first Dirty Projectors song that actually sounded like a single and even quasi-club-worthy (if you ... http://www.hypeful.com/2009/11/13/solange-covers-dirty-projectors%e2%80%99-stillness-is-the-move/% Late last night, the title song from the new Michael Jackson documentary/concert film This Is It was released online for all to hear. Despite its upbeat title, the new track is a morose ballad that might disappoint fans expecting another "Billie Jean" or "Thriller." Still, fans wanting more of ... http://www.hypeful.com/2009/10/13/new-michael-jackson-this-is-it/% Having already released one of Hypeful's favorite albums from the first half of '09, London-based Fanfarlo have managed to keep themselves busy recording a series of covers in one of the band member's living rooms. For the first of their self-dubbed "laptop sessions," Fanfarlo has covered Bonnie Prince Billy's "A ... http://www.hypeful.com/2009/09/10/fanfarlo-cover-smashing-pumpkins-we-only-come-out-at-night/% Better late than never, here are Hypeful's picks for the top 30 albums of 2009 (so far). Although a best-of-the-year list may seem a bit premature, it's mainly an opportunity to showcase some excellent albums that sadly may not make the final year-end rankings. In an attempt to keep things ... http://www.hypeful.com/2009/09/09/top-30-albums-of-2009-so-far/% Apologies for the extended hiatus while I've taken care of some personal matters. Fresh, daily updates coming super-soon. I swear! MP3: Jay Reatard - "Waiting For Something" http://www.hypeful.com/2009/08/05/updates-coming-soon-i-swear/% With Shadow Puppets and side projects put on hold, the Arctic Monkeys are finally prepping the release of their highly-anticipated Josh Homme-produced third LP, Humbug (Aug. 25th). Although the first single "Crying Lightning" has been a staple of recent live sets, the studio version is a promising sign of a ... http://www.hypeful.com/2009/07/08/new-arctic-monkeys-crying-lightning/% Sad news. In honor of the undisputed King of Pop, please enjoy these 50 covers of Michael Jackson's greatest hits. MP3s: Mika - "I Want You Back" Nickel Creek - "I Want You Back" KT Tunstall - "I Want You Back" Lightspeed Champion - “Thriller” Ben Gibbard - "Thriller" Speak Low - "Thriller" TT - "Thriller" Jason Webley ... http://www.hypeful.com/2009/06/25/king-of-pop-michael-jackson-dead-at-50/% Every Tuesday, Hypeful teams up with Salad Days Music to pick and preview the week's best new album releases. Bend an ear to this week's choicest selections after the jump! Among the Oak & Ash - Among the Oak & Ash The Builders and the Butchers - Salvation Is a Deep ... http://www.hypeful.com/2009/06/16/new-tunesday-061509/%