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7'' Vinyl Available Exclusively to Independent Record Stores
Apr 27, 2012
By Mike Hilleary
Having previously performed and recorded "Fist City" by Loretta Lynn Best Coast is no stranger to tackling another artists' songs. More
More Fun in the Sun From The Only Place
Mar 26, 2012
By Laura Studarus
On May 15, Best Coast re-affirms their love for all things California with sophomore album, The Only Place. Now you can take a listen to the title track. More
“Mean Girls,” “The Only Place,” and “Last Year”
Mar 19, 2012
By Laura Studarus
Bethany Cosentino and co. have hit the road in support of recently announced sophomore album, The Only Place (due out May 15 via Mexican Summer). Along the way, the summery collective debuted several new songs. We have videos of “Mean Girls,” “The Only Place,” and “Last Year." More
“Why I Cry” Off New Album The Only Place
Mar 13, 2012
By Margot Cooper Gruen
While en route to SXSW, Best Coast (featured in Under the Radar's Winter 2012 Issue) stopped to play the 35 Denton festival in Texas. Watch the video of them performing new track "Why I Cry" here. More
Issue Also Features: Air, Bear in Heaven, Best Coast, Andrew Bird, Chairlift, Dan Deacon, First Aid Kit, Grimes, Spiritualized, Tegan and Sara, and more
Mar 12, 2012
By Laura Studarus
Under the Radar’s Winter (March/April) Issue will be hitting the stands soon. The issue features an In the Studio 2012 themed cover with the frontmen of three notable acts set to release new albums later this year—Dirty Projectors’ Dave Longstreth, Grizzly Bear’s Ed Droste, and Twin Shadow’s George Lewis Jr. The issue also features interviews with Air, Bear in Heaven, Best Coast, Andrew Bird, Chairlift, Dan Deacon, First Aid Kit, Grimes, of Montreal, Frankie Rose, Spiritualized, Tame Impala, Tegan and Sara, and much more. More
Due out May 15 Via Mexican Summer
Mar 06, 2012
By Laura Studarus
First lady of summer Bethany Cosentino returns on May 15 with sophomore release The Only Place. More
Marr Also Collaborates With Tom Vek, Au Revoir Simone and More
Oct 19, 2011
By Mi Tran
Johnny Marr and Best Coast's Bethany Cosentino have teamed up and the result is new song, "In Your Sleep." More
Also: New Music from Wavves, Electrelane on Black Cab and Zola Jesus on Daytrotter
Aug 17, 2011
By Laura Studarus
So much news, so little time! Here is a roundup of all the entertainment stories that we didn't have time to post this week. More
Plus Toro Y Moi, Clap Your Hands Say Yeah, Release the Sunbird, and others
Aug 14, 2011
By Wendy Lynch Redfern
Check out photos from Day One of the Outside Lands Festival, held in the historic Golden Gate Park in San Francisco, CA. The gallery includes photos of The Shins, MGMT, Toro Y Moi, Best Coast,Clap Your Hands Say Yeah, Phantogram, and Release the Sunbird. More
Aug 04, 2011
By Laura Studarus
While the new Best Coast album is still some time away (sorry fans!), today lead woman Bethany Cosentino released a teaser, in the form of new track “How They Want Me to Be.” More
Stars Chloë Moretz, Donald Glover, and Tyler Posey
Aug 02, 2011
By Margot Cooper Gruen
Best Coast has released a video for "Our Deal," which is directed by Drew Barrymore. Check out the details. More
Jun 21, 2011
By Margot Cooper Gruen
On Saturday, June 18, 2011, Best Coast, Ra Ra Riot, The Morning Benders, and Zola Jesus (among others) performed at the Make Music Pasadena Festival. More
Including Deerhunter, Twin Shadow, Wavves, School of Seven Bells and More!
Jun 11, 2011
By Wendy Lynch Redfern
Bonnaroo 2011 kicked off this Thursday June 9th in Manchester, TN and photographer, Matt Jones, was there to capture the action. Check out photos from Day One's performances here.
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Song and Video Premiered via Adult Swim
Jun 10, 2011
By Lauren Barbato
The Adult Swim Kia Singles Program presents Best Coast, "One Again." We have the video for the brand new track. More
Includes Tracks from Debut LP Crazy For You, As Well as Loretta Lynn Cover
May 31, 2011
By John Everhart
Best Coast have released an iTunes session that includes re-arranged tracks from Crazy For You, along with a Loretta Lynn cover. We have the details, as well as their summer tour dates. More
Frontman Nathan Williams Claims Tracks Are the Best He's Recorded To Date
Apr 27, 2011
By John Everhart
Wavves are collaborating with Best Coast and Fucked Up on a brand new EP. We have the details. More
Artists Unite to Raise Global Awareness of Human Trafficking
Feb 14, 2011
By Lauren Barbato
MTV EXIT (End Exploitation and Trafficking) has partnered with music collective Black Iris and Best Coast's Bethany Cosentino to release "When Will I Feel Love." We have the video. More
Band Plays “Each and Every Day”
Feb 01, 2011
By Laura Studarus
Last night, beach bum sweethearts Best Coast stopped by The Late Show With David Letterman. We have the video. More
Beach Girl vs. Coal Miners Daughter
Jan 26, 2011
By Laura Studarus
Best Coast sings songs about love. Loretta Lynn sings songs about love and violence. Why didn’t anyone see the connection before? More
Jan 04, 2011
By Laura Studarus
Last night, Best Coast graced Late Night With Jimmy Fallon with a straight up, rocking rendition of “Boyfriend.” We have the video. More
Jan 03, 2011
By Lauren Barbato
In case you can't get enough fuzzy surf melodies and overall cutesy-ness, the indie SoCal staples created Summer Is Forever, a limited edition split 7"released on Mexican Summer. More
It’ll be a Lo-Fi Christmas
Nov 16, 2010
By Laura Studarus
SoCal beach bums Best Coast and Wavves have teamed up for a Christmas jingle. More
Best Coast, Deerhoof to Guest
Oct 15, 2010
By Laura Studarus
Earlier this year, we spoke with The Go! Team’s Ian Parton about the band’s upcoming third album. Today, additional information has surfaced regarding the project. More
Band Bringing Along Some Old Favorites as Openers
Aug 05, 2010
By John Everhart
Deerhunter have revealed their Fall tour itinerary, complete with openers. We have the details. More
Spend “All Summer” With Oversized Heads
Jul 14, 2010
By Laura Studarus
Last week we told you about Best Coast/Rostam Batmanglij/Kid Cudi Converse-sponsored collaboration “All Summer.” Now it appears like the gigantic heads in the promo images have gone to good use. We have the video. More
How Many Converse Fans Can Name All Three?
Jul 08, 2010
By Laura Studarus
After last time's Pharrell/Santogold/Julian Casablancas mash-up, Converse has once again brought three random artists together for some commerce-related giggles. We have the details. More
Twelve Brand New Tracks to be Released on Mexican Summer
Jun 09, 2010
By John Everhart
Best Coast are set to release their debut LP on Mexican Summer. We have the details. More
Reviews
The Only Place
Mexican Summer
May 13, 2012
By Austin Trunick
Remember that friend who decided they'd just take a few years off to relax and "enjoy life"? They were fun to be around: they threw some rad parties and knew the number to call to get the dankest weed. The years go by and people moved on, but that old friend is still up to the same shenanigans. Except now it's getting worrisome. More
Coachella 2011 Day Three Report – Kanye West, Duran Duran, PJ Harvey, Twin Shadow, and more
Apr 19, 2011
By Mark Redfern
Day three of Coachella 2011 was already the weakest day in terms of the lineup, so this year’s festival ended with more of a whimper. There were highlights, including some ’80s New Wave legends, and some dancing Danes. And then there was Kanye West. More