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Maria Isn't A Virgin Anymore - The Fall Of Public Man (2011)

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With a bandname like "Maria Isn't A Virgin Anymore" you'll definitely catch the listener's attention (for the fans: MIAVA). But is there more to find after such a corny name? Absolutely. This surprisingly young Belgian four piece mixes post-metal with rifftastic stoner jams. A fully instrumental assault following in the footsteps of bands like Russian Circles, Pelican, Tool & Karma To Burn. This thing is filled with awesome grooves, hooks, rock 'n' roll, atmosphere & sexy riffs. MIAVA compiles all these different (sub-)genres & elements to create their own powerful sound. Heavy, intelligent, challenging & fresh. Give these guys a shot, support, and listen without distraction. The Fall Of Public Man is the band's second EP (check out earlier tracks here ). Keep an eye out on MIAVA's debut full-length, to be released this year! myspace.com/mariaisntavirginanymore Physical needs: Ozium records MP3@320Kbps Download or Download 2

Shebrew - Provenance (2012)

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From Birmingham comes Shebrew, a small band with big potential. The weird, doomy sound of Goblin Cock teaming up with the warm fuzzy grooves of Kyuss. This band has a really original sound going on, it's heavy, organic & refreshing. A distinct hybrid of familiar genres. Check 'em out, get hooked... shebrew.bandcamp.com Physical needs: shebrew.bigcartel.com MP3@320Kbps Download or Download 2

Buried Sleeper - Colosseum (2012)

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Buried Sleeper is a rising young band hailing from the UK, "Colosseum" is the their debut full-length. This beast is filled with 7 tracks of thick, fuzzy doom drenched in cloudy psychedelica. I would say the sound on this thing is somewhere between (early) Torche & Sleep. It's damn heavy, colourful, sometimes energetic, and always high on monumental stoned riffage. Throughout the 53 minutes that is Colosseum, the band manages to create a highly listenable trip. A somewhat rare, mystical & sludgy experience. Surprisingly good album! Grab your limited copy on the Bandcamp page below. buriedsleeper.bandcamp.com MP3@320Kbps Download or Download 2

Brujas del Sol - Moonliner Vol. 2 (2012)

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About a month ago I posted Brujas del Sol's first release (HIGHLY recommended). Moonliner Vol. 2 continues where Vol. 1 left off. The first track introduces us to a more groovy, jammin' kinda sound with experimental vocals (think Samsara Blues Experiment). Turns out great, and it shows a band that knows exactly what it's doing. The second track, "Baba Yaga" takes us on a psychedelic surfin' desert boogie, more in the tradition of their original instrumental sound. Kinda sounds like Fatso Jetson when played in a Tarantino movie. Yep, this is another fantastic little EP coming from an amazing free form psychedelic/ desert rock trio. Visit their Bandcamp page below & support these guys! brujasdelsol.bandcamp.com MP3@320Kbps Download or Download 2

Horisont - Två Sidor Av Horisonten (2009)

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"HORISONT from Gothenburg, Sweden, look to the classic hard rock and the bluesy 70′s progressive rock for inspiration." What's more to say about this wonderful band? Horisont reminds us why Sweden is so damn great when it comes to this type of music. Another winner next to Witchcraft, Graveyard & Asteroid. Smooth bluesy psychedelic rock with solid vocals, all in a top notch production. This is the band's debut album, check it out asap! Physical needs: Crusher Records MP3@320Kbps Download or Download 2

Psyconauts - Planet X (2012)

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"With long songs, post-grunge vocals and massive fuzz the band combines a monumental riffing attitude with psychedelic sounds, inspired by stoner rock and doom metal." From Alessandria, Italy comes a band that's fueled by a passion of spaced out grooves & fuzzy stoner rock. When the first riff kicks in you instantly know what to expect from Psyconauts debut album. Heavy psyched out (stating the obvious), desert worshipping fuzz rock following in the footsteps of Acrimony , Sleep & Ufomammut. Hear this sweet album & support the band on the Bandcamp page below. psyconauts-stoner.bandcamp.com MP3@320Kbps Download or Download 2

Horse Latitudes - Awakening (2012)

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Dark, mesmerizing sludge/ doom from Helsinki, Finland. Horse Latitudes combines 2 bass guitar with crushing drum work to create a truly unique sonic experience. Think Neurosis, Sons Of Otis & early Cathedral. This is a surprisingly good band that will drag you down in a black pool of slow, unholy DOOM. Don't miss it! Awakening is the band's second full-length released on Doomentia records . horselatitudes.bandcamp.com Physical needs: horselatitudes.bigcartel.com MP3@320Kbps Download or Download 2

Confidant Girls Embrace Yellow Pants

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The yellow pant trend is here to stay, which is great because I will NEVER get enough.

Windhand - Windhand (2012)

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Richmond's Windhand really impressed me back in 2010 with their Practice Space Demo . It had that doomy, fuzzed out vintage sound with hints of psychedelica & spot on female vocals. Their s/t full-length continues this lovely style with 5 killer tracks. I see this band as the missing link between Acid King & Electric Wizard. From the sound to the atmosphere & production; everything just fits. This underground slab of wonderfully crushing, ghostly doom is just waiting to be discovered. Don't let it pass... windhandva.bandcamp.com Physical needs: windhand.bigcartel.com MP3@320Kbps Download or Download 2

Easter Ensemble Chic

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                                                           I found these ladies at yesterday's Easter parade in New York.  Are they Easter Chic? I really like the pink Easter turban.

Gusieppe Zanotti Lovlies

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These Gusieppe's have my name written all over them... I hope the Gusieppe store on Madison has them in my size. Tan shoes elongate your leg and generally look amazing!

Dala Sun - Gegenschein (2012)

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Dala Sun formed back in '09. Coming from Patras, Greece, these guys started with a unique blend of stoner, desert, doom & psychedelic rock. Check out their first album on the blog here . "Gegenschein" is the band's second self-released album & takes the sound to a more straightforward & heavy direction. Sit back, relax & enjoy some furious stoneriffic desert grooves with wonderful dirty vocals... Get this one at the band's website , or use one of the mirrors below! myspace.com/dalasun dalasun.org MP3@320Kbps Download or Download 2

Flashback Fridays

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Here I am in sequins at an event for the New York City Ballet  and Jamie Wolf Jewelry with  Tyler Marcus, the VP of Symphony Fabrics I just can't get enough...of my sequins!!! XOXO, Danielle

Misses Of The Week

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This dress is ill fitted and reminds me of the star trek voyager This lady and her man just look inappropriate and silly. This woman wants to be in Hawaii with her skirt and the North Pole with her scarf Is this man a living pirate? Why the patch?  Well maybe he needs it, sorry. So there you have it, these people missed the boat with fashion this week.

Some Info & Updates

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I've been getting lots of personal messages & tons of e-mails about the blog nowadays. A (not so) short post to get things clear. Filehosting & dead links : Since the infamous downfall of Megaupload , many filesharing services were running scared & just stopped working like they did before. Sadly, the remaining filehosting websites out there are blatantly deleting accounts when they discover any possible material that could be copyrighted (ironically, this includes downloads from bands that offer their music for free). Either way, I'm still experimenting with filehosters that are reliable for sharing the music that I represent on this blog. Just remember that you're getting your favorite tunes for free & without restrictions. That includes Bandcamp/ direct downloads coming from all the wonderful artists out there. I just provide extra mirrors with sorted artwork & tags (straight from my personal music folder). Most of the blog's older links are dead

Its Thursday- What I'm Wearing

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I just came back from the gym...and yes I am wearing a jeweled headband, a cashmere Club Monaco hoodie and a Prada tote to carry  my gym stuff.                Sporty Chic!!!

Style Hits Of The Week

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Do you like?  This was a good week, I love all these looks!

Old Man Lizard - Old Man Lizard (2012)

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"During the recording process those involved witnessed the heaviest, loudest guitar riffery to ever come from a gents toilet block " Old Man Lizard plays a funky mix of progressive stoner & alternative rock. A distinct sound reminiscent to the likes of Baroness, Big Business & Germany's Beehoover. Would recommend this one to anyone that's looking for a different yet familiar sound. Check it out! oldmanlizard.bandcamp.com Physical needs: oldmanlizard.bigcartel.com MP3@320Kbps Download or Download 2

What I Want Now

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A short trip to Brazil for design inspiration More Sexy Schriffen Athletic Wear Something with sequins to update my wardrobe

Lycus - Demo (2011)

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Hailing from Oakland, California "Lycus" unleashes crushing doom in the funeral-esque tradition of bands like Colosseum, Asunder, Ahab & Evoken. This is the band's first demo & it left me quite impressed!  Hear it if you're looking for a pitch black journey in lingering doom... lycus.bandcamp.com Physical needs: lycus.bigcartel.com MP3@320Kbps Download or Download 2

Who Looks Pretty With Green Slime All Over Them

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Halle Berry, that's who.  Halle Berry managed to still look pretty after being slimed at the MTV KIds Choice Awards.

My Favorite from The JCrew Kids Catalogue

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This little one is so cute she makes me want to run to JCrew to buy kids clothes and I have no want or need for. Can adults take a page from a fashion forward tot?

Office Chic That's Cool Enough to Wear Outside

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 Can't get a date....yes you can.  And you sure could if you dressed better for work.  Don't you spend like all of your time there, so what does your look SAY about you?? Sexy is a lifestyle.  Don't live an unsexy one!!!! Or do, but don't say I didn't warn you.