Father John Misty: "This Is Sally Hatchet"

This one will probably be noted - at least at first - for it's hyperviolent, Tarantino-esque visuals. Do yourself a favor: switch browser tabs and listen to this without the distraction of the cinematic music video. J. Tillman's got a good thing going with his rootsy, progressive Americana that often borders on a kind of cross between epic 70's country-rock and, say, ELP. The mounting guitar/strings crescendo that peaks around the three-minute mark and just keeps going is pure class.

Father John Misty: "Hollywood Forever Cemetery Sings"

Is it just me or does Aubrey Plaza have some truly devilish eyes?  Perfect fit, then, for the deceptively peppy debut single by former Fleet Foxes drummer J. Tillman, who has re-emerged under the strange new moniker Father John Misty with a sinister tune that belies its almost rollicking tempo. Tillman maintains a heavy hand on the beat here, sounding ecstatic to be freed from the confines of the Foxes' gentle folksiness.  Keep an eye out for Fear Fun, out May 1st on Sub Pop.

Father John Misty - Hollywood Forever Cemetary Sings [OFFICIAL VIDEO] from Sub Pop Records on Vimeo.