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Artist : Fujiya and Miyagi Album : Slight Variations Quick Thoughts : I can't quite remember how I discovered Fujiya and Miyagi, but I've been a fan since "Collarbone" and haven't looked back. Some efforts have been better than others, but I have to say that Slight Variations feels like a return to form for an act that never really lost it, but never quite reached their heights again. I really loved this listen, both as a fan and otherwise, check this one out. Songs of Note : "New Body Language," "Feeling the Effects (Of Saturday Night)" Artist : Titus Andronicus Album : The Will to Live Quick Thoughts : I have struggled with Titus Andronicus over the years, as they're a band I want to like a lot more than I do. But The Will to Live ? Exactly what I've wanted to hear from this band for however long I've been aware of them. Really grungy, dirty indie rock with just the right balance throughout? Sign me up. Songs of Note...

The dog days of summer are truly upon us. Album of the Week : Artist : Have Gun, Will Travel Album : Science From an Easy Chair Quick Description : Interesting indie rock album with roots influences about Shackleton's excursion 100 years ago. Why You Should Listen : You like concept albums or albums that tend to subvert typical expectations. Overall Thoughts : In what is a very short week for releases, this is a lot of fun but would likely be overlooked otherwise. It's got a lot of really great moments that make it worth your while, though. Recommendation : Probably the one essential album for this week. Artist : Titus Andronicus Album : The Most Lamentable Tragedy Quick Description : New album by indie art rockers. Why You Should Listen : You're enjoyed Titus Andronicus before; challenging indie rock is sometimes your thing. Overall Thoughts : Titus Andronicus hasn't ever really done it for me, and this album has a lot of good moments mixed in with som...