Dirty Projectors: Ascending Melody

It seems the indie music critics have divided when it comes to Dirty Projectors. Although they may seem a little pretentious at times to people, it really comes down to the music. I, for one, am a fan of Dave Longstreth's injections of experimental rock and the sweet harmonies from the ladies in this group.

I'm not ashamed to say that "Stillness Is the Move" made my Top 50 Songs of 2009 and that their album, Bitte Orca, made my Top 40 Albums of 2009 as well. I was lucky enough to see this group on Halloween and although I was a bit too close to the speakers, they're just as great live. There is some wild musicianship going on within this six-piece group, and I commend them for taking risks. Solange didn't seem to mind.

They're recently released a new 7" single which provides "Ascending Melody" on a-side and "Emblem of the World" on the b-side which didn't make the cut for Bitte Orca. You can go to their website and get your free downloads of you can just get them here after the jump. Yes, these are actually electronic files, but the single is also available as limited vinyl exclusively via Domino Records.

Enjoy these two new songs from Dirty Projectors whether you really like them or they're just a guilty pleasure.


Mp3: Dirty Projectors - Ascending Melody
Mp3: Dirty Projectors - Emblem of the World

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