Videos of the Week

Here are some videos that have been grabbing my attention lately:



One of my favorite songs from last year. There is something wonderful about Hercules and Love Affair. Their music seems like it is from yesterday but completely current. Plus Andy Butler is such a cutie. Of course, I do have a small thing for redheads.



Royksopp's first cd was constantly on my playlist. It was effortless downtempo dance music. They attempted to jazz things up with diminishing returns on their second release. Based on this new song and video it looks like they are returning to a more streamlined sound. I for one am pleased to see it. This video is a lot of fun; a real-life space invaders!



Peter Bjorn and John were ubiquitous a couple of years ago with "Young Folks." One of the catchiest songs in recent memory. Here is the video for their new song which is just as catchy and has a bizarre Japanese shot video.



Video edited with clips from the Muppet Show. It's amazing how so much of it actually matches up with the song. If I am ever in a bad mood, I put this video on. Just puts you in a great mood.



Japan started out in the late 70s as a sleazy glam punk band then morphed into a sophisticated new romantic outfit. They influenced almost all of the "haircut" bands of the 80s including Duran Duran and ABC. In fact, Nick Rhodes owes major royalties to David Sylvian for copying his look in sum total. This is a great funky song with a killer bass line.







Three videos from my favorite female act these days, Roisin Murphy. She is gorgeous, has a quirky fashion sense, a great voice, and is just willing to put herself out there. I just love this woman to death, and I will go to my grave making sure everyone else figures it out as well.