Available 12/29 – 1/5: Wye Oak “Civilian”

We here at Roxy are suckers for quality boy-girl pop, so it’s no surprise that we’ve taken a liking to Wye Oak. Featuring Andy Stack’s expert musicianship and Jenn Wasner breathtaking vocals, the songs on their new album Civilian offer wild journeys through the psyches of two very talented and imaginative people. Civilian won’t be released until March (on Merge Records, home to some of our other faves, like the Arcade Fire and Spoon), but we’ve got a free download of the title track. Grab it now!

Download Here:

PC:
1. Right click link above
2. Save to your computer
3. Listen and enjoy

MAC:
1. Hold “Control” button and click link above
2. Select “Download Linked File”
2. Listen and enjoy

Available 12/22 – 12/29: Slow Club “Christmas (Baby Please Come Home)”

Charles Watson and Rebecca Taylor comprise the classic folk pop duo Slow Club. With charm to spare and more musical talent than combos twice their size, this outfit is gunning for both hearts and minds. Hot on the heels of their debut full-length Yeah So (released in March) comes a special yule tide treat entitled Christmas, Thanks For Nothing.  A 6-song collection of holiday originals and covers, it features the classic “Christmas (Baby Please Come Home)”, which highlights Watson and Taylor’s dynamic sound and heartfelt boy/girl vocals. So pour yourself something warm, cozy up to the fire and let Slow Club ease you through the holidaze.

Download Here:

PC:
1. Right click link above
2. Save to your computer
3. Listen and enjoy

MAC:
1. Hold “Control” button and click link above
2. Select “Download Linked File”
2. Listen and enjoy

Extra! Extra! Read all about it! In case you snowboard fans out there haven’t heard the news, the days of the infamous DC Mountain Lab are over. So in honor of the end of an era, this weeks Roxy Refreshment pays homage to the Lab. See the likes of Roxy teamrider, Erin Comstock, and friends Reawyn Reid and Heikki Sorsa gets their kicks before the iron gates are closed forever. Find more at Roxy.com/snow

Album: Native Speaker
Featured Track: Plath Heart
Record Label:Kanine Records
Myspace: /braidsmusic
Twitter: @braidsmusic

Braids was formed by four best friends in their last year of high school in Calgary, Alberta. Convincing one another to delay their first year of college, they stayed in the garage all year and practiced obsessively before eventually moving to the more artist-friendly city of Montreal. Work soon began on their self-recorded, self-produced debut Native Speaker, which is set for release in January. Braids’ sound is sophisticated beyond their years; imagine a thick soup of beats and breathy female vocals that’s unlike anything you’ve heard before. We’re expecting big things form this Canuck combo.

Available 12/15-12/22: The Babies “Run Me Over”

Back in 2008 Kevin Morby, who plays bass in Woods, and Cassie Ramone, who sings and plays guitar in Vivian Girls, moved into a small Brooklyn apartment, wanting to start a new band. They both missed the sweaty loft shows they used to play before their bands moved on to larger venues and longer tours. So they wrote some songs, and when their other bands had enough time off from touring, they recorded an album as The Babies. Not surprisingly, the result is a mix of the droning progressive sounds of Woods and the girl-group pop of the Vivian Girls, but more danceable and fun. You’ll have to wait until February to hear the whole album, but you can download the first single right here.

Download Here

PC:
1. Right click link above
2. Save to your computer
3. Listen and enjoy

MAC:
1. Hold “Control” button and click link above
2. Select “Download Linked File”
2. Listen and enjoy

So you’re going on a trip? Traveling over the holidays can be a drag, but one thing that doesn’t have to be is the suitcase you’re draggin’ along. Watch model Ashley get ready for her trip to Argentina to shoot our Holiday 2010 campaign by packing her Go Abroad suitcase. She also shares some tips for hitting the road in style. Since we know Ashley is a world traveler, we’ll take her cue!

After you’ve absorbed some tips, don’t forget to browse our Roxy luggage to make sure you’re traveling in style.

The temperature is dropping, but that certainly doesn’t mean we’re seeing any less leg. The all-fashionable tights are making their mark on the fashion radar this season with dressy looks and trendy street frocks alike. The options are vast so don’t be afraid to try a pop of colorful tights under some jean cut-off shorts or go for a pair of lacy patterned tights that will instantly add texture and a bit of fun to any outfit! It’s time to add a brand new twist to that Little Black Dress or be daring and layer those tights with some fun knee highs or over-the-knee socks. Legwear is being reinvented so it’s your turn to make your mark. Our favorite go-to tights are Roxy’s very own Havilland Tights. The small bow design adds that unexpected cute factor to any ensemble!

Album: Self-Titled
Featured Track: Colours
Record Label: Canvasback
Myspace: /groupmusic
Twitter: @grouplove

Hannah Hooper met Christian Zucconi late one evening on the lower east side of Manhattan. Just a few days later Hooper was invited to an art residency on the Greek island of Crete and she invited Zucconi to join her, saying that it seemed like the natural thing to do. While on the island they met Sean Gadd, a songwriter and guitar player from London, Andrew Wessen, a pro surfer and musician from Los Angeles, and his childhood friend Ryan Rabin, an accomplished drummer and producer. The fivesome decided to form what would become Grouplove, and eventually convened at Rabin’s studio to record some songs. The resulting self-titled EP is an exciting, challenging debut that’s already being hailed as one of the must-listens of 2010. Look for a full-length from the band in February.

Snow in Hermosa Beach? Yes it’s true! Snow Fest 2010 in Hermosa Beach features athletes and top amateurs competing to show off their best tricks, fun, games, give-aways and 30 feet of SNOW! Come watch the fun or even enjoy the snow fun by sledding down Mt. Hermosa yourself! For additional info, check out www.spydersurf.com.

Come visit the Roxy booth at Snow Fest 2010, play our Torah Bright ping-pong game, and maybe just MAYBE you’ll get to meet the Roxy Chicken Jam chicken!