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Sounds Familiar: Week 2

Continuing our expansion of original content, Under The Gun Review presents its latest column, Sounds Familiar, dedicated to trawling the world and web for the latest remixes, redos, and reminiscent bits that our newest columnist Julia McAlpine finds appealing. Be prepared for some diversity in your music library. The songs may not be new, but they will be different and worth a spin.

If you have a remix or cover that you would like to see featured here, let us know! Write utgjacob@gmail.com with the subject “Sounds Familiar” and we’ll take a listen!

The trend your ears are about to …

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UTG’s Best Of 2012 (So Far…)

Seems like just yesterday we were rolling into 2012 with our “5 Bands To Watch” feature, but a glance at the calendar over the last week reminded the UTG staff that the year is already half gone. Discussing our triumphs and failures over the past few months lead to a discussion on the art that has stuck with us and, as always, the idea to release a new list feature was born.

If one thing is glaringly clear from entertainment in 2012, it’s that there is not only something for everyone, there is an abundance of it. We do our …

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MUSIC VIDEO: School of Seven Bells – The Night

School of Seven Bells have released their dramatic new visuals for “The Night” and can be seen here on UTG! This song comes off of SVIIB’s recent album, Ghostory, available through Vagrant Records.

The band explained the comncept of their video and can be seen below.

“We recently teamed up with creative website Genero.tv to have filmmakers from around the world submit videos for the song “The Night.” We want to thank everyone who participated. We saw a lot of creative entries and below the winning video you can also find some of our other favorites.

This video really …

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REVIEW: School Of Seven Bells – Ghostory

Artist: School of Seven Bells
Album: Ghostory
Genre: Pop/Synth pop
Label: Ghostly International/Vagrant (US); Full Time Hobby (UK)

I freely admit that this is the kind of album I usually deride. It’s drifting, aimless, and so hipster it hurts, but when I’m not chastising myself for bopping idly in my seat, I’m wondering in awe at how gorgeous it is. In much the same way as Florence and the Machine’s magical Ceremonials, this is a floating, dreamlike gem, filled with wispy, lush songs and a consistently bewitching atmosphere. Everything is nebulous and ethereal, replete with graceful vocals and shapeshifting synth, …

School Of Seven Bells 2011

MUSIC VIDEO: School Of Seven Bells – Lafaye

Brooklyn’s own School Of Seven Bells have revealed their creepy new music video for the song “Lafaye” and can be viewed right here on UTG! This video was directed by David Lowery and Toby Halbrook.

The song is off of the duo’s upcoming album, Ghostory, out February 28 via Vagrant Records. Check it out by heading through the jump and let us know what you think by simply commenting.

We hope you enjoy!

School Of Seven Bells 2011

School of Seven Bells Album Details

School of Seven Bells have a lot of news to reveal today for all of their fans. The duo are planning to release their upcoming album, Ghostory, out February 28 via Vagrant Records.

The official track-listing for Ghostory can be viewed by simply heading past the jump, along with a high-resolution photo of SOSB’s album artwork. Be sure to check back soon for new music streams from School of Seven Bells.

Check it out and let UTG know if you are excited for the release!