Gotye

I hope you are all ready to have your minds and preconceptions BLOWN! Gotye is an Australian-Belgian multi-instrumental musician and singer-songwriter whose talent ranges from vocals, percussion, guitar, keyboard, drums, and the synthesizer!! "Gotye" comes from "Gaultier," and is the French translation of "Wouter;" which is quite fitting since his birth name is Wouter "Wally" De Backer. Not only has he independently released three albums, and one remix album, but he is also part of the Melbourne based band The Basics. His solo-style is classified as indie rock and experimental rock, and his understanding and love for music are apparent in every song. But not only are his songs amazing, his music videos are out of this world! The artistic skills behind his videos are a trip all on their own, and one I highly suggest you taking!

Gotye will be playing at Coachella on Sunday, April 15th and 22nd!

And just because I can't get enough..here's an extra music video to really show the wide scope of digital art used! :) 

For more information check out the Gotye page on Wikipedia or his website! Or follow on Twitter or Facebook! 

St. Vincent

St. Vincent- "Marrow"

While her birth certificate says Annie Erin Clark, her fans know her as St. Vincent. She's an American singer-songwriter who was born in Tulsa, Oklahoma, but grew up in Dallas, Texas, and whose musical talent goes far beyond her vocal skills. She learned to play the guitar at the age of 12, and picked up the bass and keyboards as well. Prior to embarking on a solo career, she was part of The Polyphonic Spree and Sufjan Stevens', and since forming her own band has collaborated with the likes of Kid Cudi and Cage, as well as with Bon Iver on "Roslyn" (which was featured in The Twilight Saga: New Moon). Maybe if we're lucky they will join forces again right before our eyes at the festival!

This indie/baroque pop-art/math rock gal will bring your musically inclined senses to a happy halt with her edgy jams. Her music has a fun, funky, and interesting sound to please any level of listening you might desire, and her lovely face is perfect for producing such a lovely voice. To watch her perform her music makes you fall in love with her and drift away to a nostalgic place. She'll be playing on Saturday, April 14th and 20th, so put her on your "To See List," and get ready to be taken to your happy place!

St. Vincent- "Laughing With A Mouth Of Blood"

For more information on St. Vincent, check out Wikipedia or her website! Or follow her on Facebook or Twitter!

The Dear Hunter

The Dear Hunter- "What It Means To Be Alone"

The Dear Hunter is an Indie Rock band that hails from Providence, Rhode Island. They incorporate a solid amount of alternative and progressive rock sounds, but throw in a broad range of instruments that gives them a sound to really elevate the mentals! Originally The Dear Hunter was just a side project for Casey Crescenzo, formly of The Receiving End of Sirens, but Casey had written some songs that wouldn't work with TREOS' sound. So just like that *BAM!,* The Dear Hunter came to head! Their first three albums (Act I: The Lake South, The River North, Act II: The Meaning of, and All Things Regarding Ms. Leading, and Act III: Life and Death) are part of a concept/story that Casey developed.He planned out the story so that each "Act" follows the birth, life, and sudden death of a boy in the early 20th century who is known only in the stories as "The Dear Hunter" (hence the band's name). The Dear Hunter is comprised of Casey and Nick Crescenzo, and Maxwell Tousseau who joined the Crescenzo brothers in 2010. When they go on tour, they are also joined by Robert Parr, Connor Doyle, and Nick Sollecito. Their music has that feel-good vibe to it that makes you want to wander around outside with the sun shining down on you, and the universe and the music guiding your way! They create upbeat, catchy, and emotional songs that can suit your every mood. Ever since February 2, 2006, when they played their first show, The Dear Hunter has been pumping out songs adored by music lovers everywhere.

The Dear Hunter will be playing on Friday, the 13th and 20th of Coachella, so get ready our festi friends, because we are in for a musical treat!

The Dear Hunter- "She's Always Singing"

Wanna know more!? Check out their page on Wikipedia or go to their website!