Well it's not new but since it's the 50th anniversary of the first human space flight it seems a good excuse to post my favourite Oi Va Voi tune:

The Cracow Klezmer Band - Sippuro Shel Shed: A Devilish Tale

I generally think of klezmer as being fun, upbeat, party music (albeit serious fun, as in taking the business of having fun very seriously) but this tune just randomly came on my headphones to remind me that that's not always the case... these guys are amazing, whoever's putting the apocalypse together, book these guys to headline...

Opa Novy God have released a free album of totally rockin hyper skankin russian-balkan-klezmer-ska-punkery. According to their last.fm bio:

Following the traditions of festive brass bands, Oppa Novy God will make you happy with the cheerful songs and passionate dancing rhythms. Filled with unrestrained joy, band's music creates exceptionally festive atmosphere and promises authentic amusement and cheerful mood!

Can't argue with that! Check out this tune, the opener of their latest album, and I'm sure you'll agree:

Opa Novy God - Dirty Intro

The whole album, Original Goods, is free to download here:
Opa Novy God - Original Goods

Man I've had an awesome sunday, croissants with bacon & maple syrup (the real deal, posted to us from Vermont!) for breakfast, dog walk, paper reading & much relaxing leading up to a roast... and now only half an hour til X Factor! woo

Even though the only music I've actually been listening to has been speed garage circa 1997 (thanks to some charity shop finds in bath.. maybe more on that later in the week) it would have been much more fitting if I'd been listening to these tracks... so grab 'em and stick em on next time you have a roast...

Don't Wake Me by Fola, who played in the Social Club at Shambala about ten hours before I totally rocked it, and they also totally rocked it but in a much more sedate manner and then gave everyone CDs for free! WHAT A LOVELY PAIR. of people. this is a trad celticy thing with flute & guitar. nice

more after the jump...