When we were first introduced to this L.A. quartet, we couldn’t help but be reminded of one of our favorite bands, former MAGNET guest editor OK Go. Saint Motel—comprised of two film students, a former Buddhist monk/sushi chef and a motorcycle racer (seriously)—not only creates jaunty, danceable pop beats, but is also known for its creative music videos and mind-blowing live performances. And if brand new track “Puzzle Pieces” is any indication, Saint Motel is well on its way to being just as successful. Here’s the mix tape guitarist Aaron Sharp put together for us.
“Puzzle Pieces” (download):
https://magnetmagazine.com/audio/PuzzlePieces.mp3
Starfucker “Bury Us Alive”
I listened to this jam every morning for a month. Ultimate “get ready for a good day” music. Video
Saint Motel “Puzzle Pieces”
Our newest jam. The video is coming really soon, and you can download the track free for now at our site. Video
Gil Scott-Heron “The Revolution Will Not Be Televised”
One of the OG rappers/beat musicians. This man knew how to stick it to the man fa sho! Video
Vacationer “Trip”
Randomly heard this tune on some mix floating out there on the world wide web. Hypnotic beat will keep your head a bobbin’. Video
Theophilus London “Fyling Overseas”
I saw this vid on Space Ghetto, and it blew my mind! Such a simple concept but with gnarly special effects. Video
Black Sabbath “Into The Void”
My hands down favorite Sabbath song. Arguably the heaviest metal song ever! Video
Candy Claws “Catamaran”
This song/video puts me in such a peaceful place. It has some weird transcendental soothing quality. Video
Deastro “Tree Frog”
This track is a beautifully crafted space-trip chill-wave pop jam. Filled with interesting synth layers and a great chorus. Video
The Radio Dept “Pulling Our Weight”
This Swedish dream-pop band will put you in a trance with overdriven drum-machine beats and distorted synth. Video
Jeff Beck “Cause We’ve Ended As Lovers”
One of the best instrumental guitar pieces ever. Jeff Beck is an incredibly tasteful player. Video
Group Home “I’m Up Against The Wall (Getaway Car Remix)”
I don’t know much about Group Home, but I dig this remix. Every once in a while a remix is better than the original. Video
