# Best New Releases, Week of May 1st, Vol. II – Reptar, Ane Brun & First Aid Kit, The Mowglis, Polica, Father John Misty, Patrick Watson - Link: https://indierockcafe.com/2012/05/best-new-releases-week-of-may-1st-vol-ii-reptar-ane-brun-first-aid-kit-the-mowglis/ - Published: 2012-05-07T03:52:43-04:00 - Author: Max Hammer Earlier today, we published [Vol. One](https://indierockcafe.com/2012/05/best-new-releases-week-of-may-1st-vol-i-lower-dens-ramona-falls-brian-jonestown-massacre-sea-of-bees-spinto-band/) of the Best New Releases for the week of May 1st, featuring great lead singles from new albums by Lower Dens, Ramona Falls, Brian Jonestown Massacre, Spinto Band, Sea of Bees and others. That said, let’s jump right into Vol. II. **Reptar** is an **Athens**, Georgia indie rock quartet of college drop-outs who released their debut album this week, _Body Faucet_. It’s full of crazy jams, thunderous drumbeats, psyched out synths, and Afro-pop influenced hooks, including sing-along anthems produced by **Ben Allen** (Animal Collective, Deerhunter, Washed Out). Last year, Reptar broke through with their exuberant EP, _Oblangle Fizz Y’al_, containing the single, “Stuck in My Id.” RIYL: Vampire Weekend and Ra Ra Riot. “Sebastian” – **Reptar** from _Body Faucet_ on Vagrant Records Song via [TheDadada blog](https://indierockcafe.com/wp-content/uploads/thedadada.files.wordpress.com) Double-shot: [“Orifice Origami”](https://indierockcafe.com/wp-content/uploads/04_Orifice_Origami.mp3)–** Reptar** from _Body Faucet_ on Vagrant Records ![anebrun](https://indierockcafe.com/wp-content/uploads/41dM4ux7-CL._SS500_.jpg) #### Ane Brun and First Aid Kit on New Single, “Do You Remember” The new-to-us artist **Ane Brun** has made an instant blip on our music radar thanks to the fantastic single, “Do You Remember,” in collaboration with the band **First Aid Kit**. Whoever’s idea it was to have these musicians record together, good call. The single is from the new album _It All Starts With One_. “Do You Remember (feat. First Aid Kit)”– **Ane Brun** from _It All Starts With One_ on America “Wind Blows Cold” – **Howth ** from _Newkirk_ ![mogwli-sound-the-drum](https://indierockcafe.com/wp-content/uploads/Mowglis_FrontCver. png) #### Southern Cal Indie Rock Band The Mowgli Drop Debut Album The debut album _Sound the Drum_ from **California** septet **The Mowgli** was released this past week to little fanfare, but we really dig the lead single, “I’ve Been Around,” and a couple of other tracks we listened to online. Related Post:  Fresh Tracks from Thom Yorke + Burial + Four Tet, Fleet Foxes, Cults, Thurston Moore, Surfer Blood, A Lull, Wild Beasts, Man/Miracle _Sound the Drum_ was preceded by The Mowgli’s seven-inch single, **San Francisco**, and endless touring, which introduced indie rock lovers to the band’s distinct mixture of blaring brass, hard-driving guitars, cheery hand-claps, catchy vocals, and song themes about love, friendship and companionship. As a result of the band’s collectivist approach, and a couple of years of writing and recording, _Sound the Drum_ debut is a sonic treat of energetic, folk-tinged indie pop that oozes with catchy hooks, summer-loving melodies and beach party, soulful rhythms. The band have a CD Release party May 8th at **The Roxy** in **West Hollywood**, California. We don’t see upcoming shows as of yet, but we’ll let you know. “I’ve Been Around” – The Mowglis from _Sound the Drum_ ![policiagivetheghost](https://indierockcafe.com/wp-content/uploads/mi0223cd-500x500. jpg) The next single, “Lying In State,” is unabashed pure pop with joyous choruses, shiny hooks and danceable rhythm from the band **Island Twins**. It’s great to hear a good band coming out of **Queens**, New York, since so many are based in nearby ** Brooklyn**. The fuzz-pop, lo-fi indie quartet is a band we’ll surely keep tabs on over time. The new album _Give You The Ghost_ album by **Polica**. The band consists of members from the 80’s rock-influenced indie band **Gayngs**. While there is still an 80s vibe to the new album, but it also has a distinct synth pop feel throughout. [“Lying In State”](https://indierockcafe.com/wp-content/uploads/Island%20Twins%20-%20Lying%20In%20State.mp3)–** Island Twins** from single [“Lay Your Cards Out”](https://indierockcafe.com/music/2012/may1songs/POLIÇ%3bA%20-%20Lay%20Your%20Cards%20Out%20(feat.%20Mike%20Noyce%20of%20Bon%20Iver).mp3)( with Mike Noyce from Bon Iver) – **Polica** from _Give You The Ghost_ #### Rufus Wainwright Records with The Dap Kings; Plus, Father John Misty and Patrick Watson _Out of the Game_, **Rufus Wainwright**‘s seventh studio album is out today via ** Decca**. Fans can hear Wainwright’s track-by-track discussion exclusively on [Spotify](https://indierockcafe.com/wp-content/uploads/4ILV780sTPtpHmEvoLCyYW). Related Post:  Top DIY Singles from Rare Monk, Suzerain, The Rosy Shades, Action Jets, Moths & Locusts, Silicon, Unknown Components The **Mark Ronson** (Kaiser Chiefs, Adele, Amy Winehouse) produced album has come with great praise including from the _The Los Angeles Times_, which stated: “…_Out of the Game_ glimmers with magical arrangements, strange structural U-turns, surprising solo accents, gospel-choir exclamation points, fuzzed out guitar lines and an overall sense of creative confidence that comes with experience and enthusiasm.” **The Dap Kings**, known for their support of **Sharon Jones** and **Amy Winehouse**, were the backing band for Wainwright’s newest release. Other contributors included** Nick Zinner** of Yeah Yeah Yeahs, **Nels Cline** of Wilco and **Andrew Wyatt** of Miike Snow. The highly acclaimed singer-songwriter dropped their newest album this past week to rather good reviews, although we’ve only heard the singles. Next is the indie folk rock band, Father John Misty, who appeared on _The Late Show with David Letterman_ last week, released their debut album and have been gaining ground in the buzz market. Other new singles we are featuring this week come from new albums by Patrick Watson, Father John Misty, Siddhartha, The Spring Standards, Mystery Jets and more. “Into Giants” – **Patrick Watson** from _Adventures In Your Own Backyard_ on Secret City [“Hollywood Forever Cemetery Sings”](https://indierockcafe.com/wp-content/uploads/11398.mp3)–** Father John Misty** from _Fear Fun_ on Sub Pop Records [“This Is the Beginning”](https://indierockcafe.com/wp-content/uploads/BOY-ThisIsTheBeginningGermany.mp3)–** Boy ** from _Mutual Friends_ “The Fire Next Time” –** Siddhartha** from _If It Die_ “Only Skin” – ** The Spring Standards ** from yellow/gold The **Texas** indie band **Mystery Jets** made a splash with their album, _Serotonin_, released in 2010. Now the band is back with a new album released this week – _Radlands_. The lead single, “Someone Purer,” is pure pop glory, without overdoing it. Related Post:  Best New Music Releases, Week of July 3 - Sunglasses, Easter Island, Gold Motel, Johnny Hickman, Teenage Bottlerocket “Someone Purer” – **Mystery Jets** from _Radlands_ Track via SideOneTrackOne.com * We get tons of music from musicians and bands across the U.S. and Canada mostly, but throughout the world as well. So much so that we can barely keep up with it all. That’s why were always looking for more writers willing to listen to DIY and barely known artists, and if they are note-worthy, write up a mini profile that will then be included in one of the special playlist posts.