Archive for the ‘El Paso Hot Button’ Category

Top 100 Oklahoma Albums of the 00s: 20-11

Thursday, January 14th, 2010

Over the next couple of weeks, we will be counting down the Top 100 Oklahoma Albums of the 2000s. Every weekday, we will unveil another ten Oklahoma albums that helped shape the way Oklahoma music is heard by the outside world.

We asked three dozen musicians, fans and journalists for their opinions on the top albums of the past decade. With their guidance and our own opinions, we compiled what we hope is a decent and fair list.

Hopefully, there’s a good bit of reflection, discovery and enjoyment when listening to these albums through Lala (when available). Enjoy!

20. St. Vincent - Actor (2009)

St. Vincent - Actor

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“Tour-de-force arrangements encompass Euro-chanteuserie, rackety synth-pop beats and big, swooning ballads, often in the same song. It’s gorgeous and arresting — and, always, sneaky.” - Jody Rosen (Rolling Stone)

“This is some of St. Vincent’s most complicated music, but its fearless creativity rewards repeated listening, as Clark has few rivals when it comes to seducing ears and challenging minds at the same time.” - Heather Phares (All Music Guide)

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Top 100 Oklahoma Albums of the 00s: 50-41

Monday, January 11th, 2010

Over the next couple of weeks, we will be counting down the Top 100 Oklahoma Albums of the 2000s. Every weekday, we will unveil another ten Oklahoma albums that helped shape the way Oklahoma music is heard by the outside world.

We asked three dozen musicians, fans and journalists for their opinions on the top albums of the past decade. With their guidance and our own opinions, we compiled what we hope is a decent and fair list.

Hopefully, there’s a good bit of reflection, discovery and enjoyment when listening to these albums through Lala (when available). Enjoy!

50. Ali Harter - Worry the Bone (2007)

Ali Harter - “Worry The Bone”

Purchase: iTuneseMusic

“…an honest collection of ghostly sweet songs with old-timey inflections that betray the musician’s young age.” - Lucas Ross (Oklahoma Gazette)

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Top 100 Oklahoma Albums of the 00s: 90-81

Tuesday, January 5th, 2010

Over the next couple of weeks, we will be counting down the Top 100 Oklahoma Albums of the 2000s. Every weekday, we will unveil another ten Oklahoma albums that helped shape the way Oklahoma music is heard by the outside world.

We asked three dozen musicians, fans and journalists for their opinions on the top albums of the past decade. With their guidance and our own opinions, we compiled what we hope is a decent and fair list.

Hopefully, there’s a good bit of reflection, discovery and enjoyment when listening to these albums through Lala (when available). Enjoy!

90. The Engine Hearts - The People You Like The Most (2005)

The Engine Hearts - The People You Like The Most

Purchase: Wherever you can find it. Help!

DOWNLOAD: The Engine Hearts - “This Bomb’s A Valentine”
DOWNLOAD: The Engine Hearts - “Hey Woo”

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TONIGHT: ‘Mythical Creatures’

Friday, November 20th, 2009

Mythical Creatures

Tonight is the world premiere of ‘Mythical Creatures’, another movie from the mind of Mickey Reece of El Paso Hot Button.

SHOW INFO:
• Where: The Opolis, 113 N. Crawford, in Norman
• Opener: Hawnay Troof
• Time: 9pm
• Cost: $3

INTERVIEW: El Paso Hot Button

Friday, August 21st, 2009

El Paso Hot Button

Graham Lee Brewer recently interviewed Mickey Reece, the mastermind behind one-man band El Paso Hot Button.

LISTEN: El Paso Hot Button Interview

The interview touches on EPHB’s decision to quit recording music and focus on his film career, recording the music he wants for his final album, his grandmother’s appearances on his albums and much more.

SHOW INFO:
• Where: The Conservatory, 8911 N. Western, in Oklahoma City
• Openers: Colourmusic, The Pretty Black Chains & Gentle Ghost
• Admission: $7 for dudes / Ladies get in FREE!

El Paso Hot Button Releases Final Album Tonight!

Friday, August 21st, 2009

El Paso Hot Button - Keep Your Eyes Quiet

El Paso Hot Button releases his newest album Keep Your Eyes Quiet tonight.

DOWNLOAD: El Paso Hot Button - “Dead Kid Kicks”

There is a bit more pensiveness deep within the torrential waves of echo, feedback and the cocky swagger of his vocals, and his angular guitar often settles into an almost wistful dreaminess. - Oklahoma Gazette

SHOW INFO:
• Where: The Conservatory, 8911 N. Western, in Oklahoma City
• Openers: Colourmusic, The Pretty Black Chains & Gentle Ghost
• Admission: $7 for dudes / Ladies get in FREE!

Keep Your Eyes Quiet - El Paso…

Tracklisting after the jump.

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TONIGHT: ‘Pennsylvania Is For Lovers’

Saturday, July 11th, 2009

‘Pennsylvania Is For Lovers’

Tonight is the world premiere of ‘Pennsylvania Is For Lovers’, another movie from the mind of Mickey Reece of El Paso Hot Button.

SHOW INFO:
• Where: The Opolis, 113 N. Crawford, in Norman
• Opener: Chris Harris of Depth & Current
• Time: 9pm
• Cost: $3

VIDEO: El Paso Hot Button - “Admiral Sloth” (Remix)

Saturday, June 6th, 2009

Here’s the music video for the remix of El Paso Hot Button’s song “Admiral Sloth”. The video was created by William Blake Watson.

KGOU Airing Norman Music Fest Highlights

Friday, May 22nd, 2009

NMF 2009
Photo: Jeremy Charles

KGOU will offer interviews and live performances from the 2009 Norman Music Festival tonight, beginning at 7pm. The six hour festival recap will be hosted by our own Graham Lee Brewer.

Here’s the show’s lineup:

7:00 - El Paso Hot Button*, Sherree Chamberlain*, Student Film
8:00 - Other Lives*, The Absolute
9:00 - Stardeath and White Dwarfs*, Sugar and Gold
10:00 - Starlight Mints*
11:00 - Man Man*
12:00 - Of Montreal

* = interview included

You can listen tonight online at kgou.org or on 106.3 FM (Norman), 105.7 FM (Oklahoma City), 103.1 FM (Seminole) or 97.9 FM (Ada).

Depth & Current EP Release Tonight!

Friday, May 22nd, 2009

Depth & Current - Arms EP

Depth & Current will release their new EP, Arms, tonight at The Opolis in Norman.

SHOW INFO:
• Where: The Opolis, 113 N. Crawford, in Norman
• Openers: El Paso Hot Button

Arms - Depth and Current

Tracklisting after the jump.

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