I discovered this gem on XM radio yesterday and was literally spun into a musical trance the moment its gentle synth struck my ears. Mr. Little Jeans took an already great track and transformed it into something so special. There is a very ethereal feeling to it that can give you chills. Check out her gorgeous music video above.
The National recently contributed "Exile, Vilify" to the soundtrack for the upcoming video game Portal 2. In conjunction with it's release, the band also held a contest for fan-made videos. The winning clip (above) comes from director C.F. Meister. The song is engaging, beautiful, haunting, and somber (what else would you expect from The National) featuring an endearing string line with building complexity. In the video clip, you follow the saddest hand puppet you've ever seen in your life. This ain't The Muppets, Fraggle Rock, or Sesame Street. Get ready to possibly shed a tear.
