News
Jan 12, 2012
By Mike Hilleary
Ever since we introduced UK chillwave artist Chad Valley (aka Hugo Manuel) and his self-described “sun-drenched Balearic pop” early last year, we've always known that he's held a sort of soft spot for topical locales. More
Equatorial Ultravox out now on Casine
Nov 16, 2011
By Christopher Roberts
Under the Radar had a CMJ party on October 19 at Public Assembly in Brooklyn. We'll be posting videos of some of the songs that were performed and today we have Chad Valley performing "Fast Challenges." More
Under the Radar's CMJ Party is October 19 at Public Assembly in Brooklyn
Oct 07, 2011
By Laura Studarus
On October 19 Under the Radar will host a free CMJ day party presented by PRS Guitars. Leading up to the event we’re letting you know about each artist playing. Today we’re spotlighting Chad Valley. More
October 19 at Public Assembly; Lineup Also Includes Casiokids, Porcelain Raft, and Chad Valley
Oct 05, 2011
By Laura Studarus
Under the Radar magazine is excited to announce the details of its first CMJ event, sponsored by PRS Guitars. The event will take place Wednesday, October 19 at Public Assembly in the heart of Williamsburg, Brooklyn and kicks off at 12:30 p.m. Featuring performances from Eleanor Friedberger, Still Corners, The Stepkids, Porcelain Raft, Casiokids, and Chad Valley, the party is free and open to the public (21+), no CMJ badges or RSVP required. More
A Promising Escape From Reality
Sep 13, 2011
By Katrina Yentch
Chad Valley brings a tranquil vibe to his newest music video for "Shell Suite," off of the Equatoral Ultravox EP (Cascine). Directed by Lucy Bridger, she and frontman Hugo Manuel allow you to experience a trip through nature, a dip in the pool, and a dance to your new favorite tune. More
Streams Courtesy of NPR, Spinner and Hype Machine
Jun 20, 2011
By Lauren Barbato
Numerous album streams were released today across various Internet sites. We have the details. More
Mar 25, 2011
By Lauren Barbato
The third day of Austin's infamous SXSW Music Festival included performances by Toro Y Moi, Still Corners, Puro Instinct, and more. More
Issue Includes Interviews with R.E.M., Bright Eyes, The Decemberists, Cut Copy, Jens Lekman, Okkervil River, Panda Bear, Lykke Li, Iron and Wine, Elbow, Duran Duran, Destroyer, and more
Feb 11, 2011
By Mark Redfern and Laura Studarus
Under the Radar’s Winter 2011 issue is about to hit stands. The cover features Death Cab for Cutie, who gave writer Matt Fink insight into the band’s forthcoming album, Codes and Keys (due out in May). The issue also includes interviews with Bright Eyes, British Sea Power, The Dears, The Decemberists, Destroyer, The Dodos, Duran Duran,Elbow, Iron and Wine, Lykke Li, R.E.M., Telekinesis, Toro Y Moi, The Antlers, The Big Pink, Cymbals Eat Guitars, Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros, Jens Lekman, Okkervil River, Panda Bear, Vivian Girls, Anna Calvi, Porcelain Raft, Smith Westerns, Yuck, and more.
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Interviews
Bongos, Beaches, and Tropicalism
Feb 13, 2011
By Kenny S. McGuane
Hugo Manuel wears two hats (that we’re aware of). He’s primarily known as one-third of Oxford, England’s well-respected math-rock band Jonquil, but lately he’s been doing something altogether different: Manuel is the man-behind-the-curtain of Chad Valley, his self-described “sun-drenched Balearic pop” solo project. Last year, Chad Valley graced the Internet with a handful of gorgeous, tropical-electro, bedroom-pop teasers and left underground-music junkies jonesing for an official release. More
Reviews
SXSW Recap Day 3: Toro Y Moi, Revolver, Still Corners
Mar 21, 2011
By Laura Studarus
As fellow writer Mike Hilleary pointed out, the ratio of sleep to bands at SXSW is somewhat skewed. This is of course, an understatement, as it seems even my dreams (whenever I close my eyes long enough to have them) have been rented out for showcases. While there’s no accounting for my subconscious booking agency (who seem intent on making it an all Twin Shadow bill), the variety of bands available to the waking world of SXSW is pretty dang impressive. After our second successful Under the Radar day party, the magazine crew opted to hop from venue to venue for the remainder of the evening, as no one showcase was strong enough to demand our full attention. More
