Metronomy

In 1999 Joseph Mount of England knew something that most of the rest of us didn't... that electronic music was the way to go. So he left his role as a drummer in various bands, and decided to form Metronomy. They mix in vocal electronic pop with their electronic instrumentals, and remixed artists ranging from the Gorillaz to Lady Gaga. To date they've released three albums of original music, most recently in 2011. Metrnomy incorporates drums, saxophone, keyboard, bass, guitar, and vocals into their songs. The stylish foursome includes Joseph, Oscar Cash, Gbenga Adelekan, and the token female, Anna Prior. They're music will make you dance and think of better days. And if you're ever bored, their music videos are quite sexy and fun as well. During their performances, dancers and lighting are used heavily. They are most known for performing with push lights stuck to their chests. This was inspired by a spur-of-the-moment idea Mount had upon seeing the lights in a shop. Metronomy will be sure to put a little wind under our wings at Coachella 2012, where they will perform on Sunday, April 15th and 22nd.

For more go to Facebook, MySpace, Twitter, Wiki, and their website!

Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds

Yet another awesome band that was only just started back in 2010 is Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds. This British rock group came to be after Oasis split up, leaving former lead singer, Noel Gallagher, to make a musical move. There was speculation for a while that he would being a solo career, but then the other chaps came into his life, and Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds was formed. They're only, self-entitled album was released last year, and was nominated for various awards in 2012. Their sound is whimsical and calm, and if you try really hard, you might even feel like Oasis is coming through somehow. The name is very symbolic, and could be thought to represent the post-Oasis success that Gallagher has achieved. His birds are certainly flying high, and making beautiful music for us all to hear. We are lucky to get to see one of music's greats this year at Coachella 2012, where they will be playing on Saturday, April 14th and 21st!

For more, check out their page on wiki, Facebook, and Twitter!

Wild Flag

Very stoked these ladies are getting a chance to play a Coachella. Wild Flag has a upbeat tempo to their style, very rock-n-roll. All the members have extensive musical backgrounds, playing in multiple bands, and different ventures. So when they formed this band back in 2010, it didn't take long for the magic to happen, and the songs to start flowing. Wild Flag will be playing on Sunday, and you can follow them on Facebook and Twitter.

AWOLNATION

AWOLNATION has a style of their own, and very different from any other artist at Coachella. Dubbed electronic rock, these guys have a very high energy feel to them. The band was created by front man Adam Bruno, and is named after his nickname in high school. Their first recordings were done at Red Bull Records in 2009, which was pretty cool to find out. AWOLNATION is playing on Saturday, and as usual you can find them on Facebook and Twitter. Have a great weekend everyone!

Oberhofer

Now, I think it is cheating to just copy and paste the text about a band without doing some rewording, but in this case, I have fallen somewhat in love with the bio on Oberhofer's Facebook page (not to mention there is no Wikipedia page for them-- hint, hint to a fan;), and will be copying it entirely. The link for the following "excerpt" is HERE, and states:

"When your songs are too big to be contained: form a band. Maybe call it after your family name because you like the way it sounds (shit, if it worked for Bon Jovi then who's to argue). Record those songs in the basement of your parents house in Tacoma. When that burns down, shake it off and move to New York. Find a new band to play with, start working on a symphony (no really, do it), mix your newfound formal training with the noisy exuberance of youth. Get raucous."

Fairly brilliant if you ask me. Brad Oberhofer, age 21, was not destined for music heaven until he was hit by a car at age 13. This left him with a melody playing over and over in his head, and inspired him to teach himself to play it on the piano. When he first started out, he was playing all the instruments in all the songs, as well as playing the vocal role. Now he has a band, and they still play under the name (his last) Oberhofer. Their lo-fi pop, indie rock, and coincidence pop songs are full of joy and will no doubt put a huge smile on your face and in your mind. Oberhofer will be showing us their stuff at Coachella 2012 on Sunday, April 15th and 22nd!

For more tuneage check out the Facebook, Twitter, and MySpace of the amazing Oberhofer!

Jeff Mangum

We'll stay with the Southern musician trend today and cover Jeff Mangum. Straight out of Louisiana, this guy knows how to compose a song. Best known for his work with Neutral Milk Hotel, and a cofounder of The Elephant 6 Recording Company, Mangum is a seasoned vet in the music game. He is the jack of all trades when it comes to playing instruments, knowing how to play guitar, drums, bass, and the organ. Mangum will be playing Saturday, so check him out.

Cat Power

Hailing from Atlanta, Georgia, Chan Marshall, also known as Cat Power is bringing her mellow rockability to Coachella. Marshall grew up loving soul, country, and rock-n-roll. You can tell the influence it had on her style of music, and the music she creates. She has been producing music for over 20 years now, so she's no newbie to this rodeo. She will be playing Friday. You can find her on Facebook and Twitter. Almost here people.