Counting Down Until June 24th

My summer days have been filled with work, high gas prices, and non-stop rain. (I mean, come on, it's JUNE already. I thought APRIL was supposed to bring showers?!) As a break from all of this, I of course have been emerging myself in music, and highly anticipating two particular album releases, besides Viva la Vida, obviously. And lucky for me, both of these albums are coming out on the same day. 

The first album coming out June 24th is G. Love and Special Sauce's newest album, Superhero Brother. G. Love and crew are the perfect addition to any summer day-- harmonica, funky beats, and simple lyrics. I can't think of a better summer album. If the first single; Peace, Love and Happiness, is any indication, I am expecting an excellent followup to the band's latest and best album, Lemonade. The older G. Love gets, the better songwriter he has become. Lemonade was definitely his best attempt, with songs like "Beautiful" and "Hot Cookin'". Although G's friend and colleague Jack Johnson is more famous, I would argue that although his music keeps the same simple, summer sound, he has more funky beats and more variety to his music. (And no "Chad-bro" association, mind you.)

First single: Peace, Love, and Happiness - G. Love

The second new release of my Super Tuesday is Amos Lee's third album, Last Days at the Lodge. With a title reminding me of Bon Iver's secluded Wisconsin cabin, his sound is just slightly more refined. Amos Lee takes this album in many directions, at times reminding me of the likes of Bon Iver, Ray Lamontange, and his song "Street Corner Preacher" has a very Ben Harper circa Both Sides of a Gun feel. Amos Lee keeps his same strong, soulful voice throughout the album, including some beautiful ballads such as Better Days (much better then the Goo Goo Dolls attempt at the same title). Similar to G. Love, I think his latest album, Supply and Demand, has been his best effort, and hope that this album will be an appropriate follow-up. 

First Single: Amos Lee - Listen

Be sure to check out both Superhero Brother and Last Days at the Lodge on June 24th, and expect a full review from me!