Motel's "Somos Aire"

One of my Facebook friends posted this video for "Somos Aire," by the Mexican power pop group Motel. I can only comprehend the occasional word here and there since it's sung in Spanish, but it's damn catchy just the same, with that bouncy chorus. And I haven't been able to stop listening to it all day.

Shane Hines CD Release Wednesday

After spending some time in Nashville, local singer/songwriter Shane Hines has returned with a new album that's a little more personal, a little more mature-sounding, and maybe even a little more country, than his previous efforts. All the Quiet, All the Chaos is well-thought out acoustic-flavored pop, with the occasional subtle notes of pop country arrangements.

Nashville's influence is noticeable on the slower country-tinged piano ballad “It’s Not Home,” with the swooping pedal steel and gorgeous harmonies on the big chorus. And the lead single "Leave It All Behind" is one tasty slice of catchy electric guitar pop. All the Quiet, All the Chaos is available on iTunes starting today, and Shane Hines has his CD release party at Jammin Java this Wednesday, November 10th at 7:30.

MP3: Leave It All Behind - Shane Hines