Hello, My Name Is James

I am the Founder/Editor of Under The Gun Review.
I live in Boston and spend most my time writing or talking about music and film.

Is there a better way to start the day…

Than with new music? My friend Jayce in Secret Secret Dino Club sent me some new tracks late in the night and it really made the morning awesome.

Now I feel the need to share awesome new tunes with all of you. I can’t share what I was sent, but let me look real quick and we’ll find something ;)

-Have an awesome day and, if you’re trying to reach me, I’ll get to it soon-

xo

James

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Averman - “Sweep The Leg”

Let’s start a fresh hundred posts with a fresh faced band. Averman hails from Virginia Beach and plays Realist Pop Punk [my favorite term and genre of 2010]. Their entire EP can be streamed on UTG right now and their Myspace is pretty classy, but all you need to know is that this song is awesome. It not only has anthem written all over it, but the words hit home HARD. I’m sure many of you will feel the same way. ENJOY!

“I warn you that I’m not perfect or exciting from the start”

[POST #900!]

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Foxy Shazam - “Count Me Out”

HAVE YOU HEARD THIS BAND? If not, you’re missing out on something spectacular.

That’s all that needs to be said.
Enjoy. 

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“Haven’t Met You Yet” - Michael Buble

Sweetest song you’ve heard this month? Probably. Pick your scene, pick your trends, even pick your favorite bands, but NEVER shy from from true vocalists (in the classic sense). I have no shame in my Michael Buble love.

Enjoy.

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“Knock Knock” - Mac Miller

If you love hip hop and have been sleeping on Mac Miller, you need a serious wake up call. Bringing fun back to the game without going for ringtone built “club bangers.” This kid will definitely be everywhere next year. 

Enjoy.

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“Shell Games” - Bright Eyes

Off the upcoming (final) album, The People’s Key. 

Download it for yourself, here.

Enjoy.

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The Republic Of Wolves - “Home”

The perfect song to kick off a new year.

Enjoy.

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Mansions - “The Worst Part”

If you don’t mind profanity and have a problem with your surroundings/friends/scene, this is the song for you. The perfect amount of angst, melancholy, and acoustic guitar.

This one means a lot to me.

Enjoy.

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Sleeping With Sirens - “If You Can’t Hang”

Whoa, this song is incredible.