Kevin Devine recorded a cover of Vampire Weekend’s hit, “Hannah Hunt,” and uploaded it to his Facebook page. Featuring just Devine and an acoustic guitar, the Brooklyn boy’s vocals juxtapose Ezra Koenig’s in the best way. The cover offers up a very different version from the one recorded by the New York-based Vampire Weekend. In […]
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Kevin Devine Covers Vampire Weekend
December 6th, 2013 
Rebecca Docter 
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Stream a New Baio Song
October 7th, 2013 Troy Sennett Vampire Weekend have already secured a spot on many top ten lists this year with Modern Vampires of the City, but bassist Chris Baio is not done releasing music in 2013. He will release a new EP, Mira, on October 28 via Future Classic Records. The title track from the EP is streaming on Soundcloud. […]
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Sky Ferreira Cancels Tour Dates with Vampire Weekend
October 2nd, 2013 Nina Corcoran Teenage pop singer Sky Ferreira has been all up in the news recently–from her arrest, drug use, and debut album release date–and now she’s getting another headline. Ferreira was supposed to open several dates for Vampire Weekend but recently backed out. Ferreira said her reason for missing her opening tour dates for Vampire Weekend this […]
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Austin City Limits Releases Schedule
July 24th, 2013 Nina Corcoran Austin, TX’s slogan should include not only keeping the DIY-centered city “weird,” but musical too. Austin City Limits returns this year for two weekends, October 4-6 and October 11-13, and the schedule has just been released. Much to festival-goers’ delights, the two weekends have a pretty similar schedule. Much to festival-goers’ disappointment, there are some […]
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Vampire Weekend Cover Robin Thicke’s “Blurred Lines”
July 19th, 2013 Kriston McConnell Vampire Weekend covered one of Robin Thicke’s latest singles, “Blurred Lines,” on BBC Radio 1 Live Lounge. It sounds like they had a fun time singing it, you can take a listen to the cover by heading right here. The band has a number of tour dates coming up this month and through November. Be […]
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Nominations for MTV VMAs Include Justin Timberlake, Drake, Kendrick Lamar, Beyoncé, Yeah Yeah Yeahs, and More
July 17th, 2013 Nina Corcoran There’s a little over a month to go until the 2013 MTV Video Music Awards take over Barclays Center in New York City. Nominees have been announced and the list is pretty long. Justin Timberlake, Drake, Kendrick Lamar, A$AP Rocky, Yeah Yeah Yeahs, the Weeknd, Flying Lotus, Beyoncé, Miguel, Janelle Monae, Lana Del Rey, Vampire Weekend, and […]
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Vampire Weekend Release Video For “Diane Young”
June 3rd, 2013 Grant Trimboli Vampire Weekend have unleashed their wacky new music video for the song “Diane Young,” which was directed by Primo Kahn. There is no shortage of people coming in and out of the video or making an unforgettable entrance. Be sure to watch it a couple of times because there is a chance you might have […]
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UTG INTERVIEW: Cayucas
May 28th, 2013 Mike Sacchetti We recently had the chance to talk with new indie pop up-and-comers, Cayucas. Influenced by 60s surf rock and The Beach Boys, Cayucas’ new album, Bigfoot, came onto the scene just in time for summer. Their warm tones, catchy melodies, and feel good vibes will surely be a favorite while throwing back a few cold […]
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WATCH: Vampire Weekend Perform Two Songs On ‘Saturday Night Live’
May 12th, 2013 Dan Bogosian Brooklyn indie rockers Vampire Weekend performed two songs on last night’s episode of Saturday Night Live. The two songs were “Diane Young” and “Unbelievers,” both tracks off their upcoming album, Modern Vampires of the City, that’s up for release this Tuesday, May 14. You can also preview the new album on iTunes here. To watch […]
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April 29th, 2013 Grant Trimboli Indie artist Vampire Weekend were recently filmed performing two new songs called “Everlasting Arms” and “Obvious Bicycle.” These songs were recording during the group’s homecoming New York set at the Roseland Ballroom last night. The stream was live and provided a high-definition viewing experience. Directed by Steve Buscemi. Vampire Weekend’s forthcoming album, Modern Vampires Of […]
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Kanye West and Vampire Weekend Set To Perform On SNL
April 26th, 2013 Mike Sacchetti Saturday Night Live has always been known for featuring premier musical guests, and next month will be no different. With a new album on the horizon, Vampire Weekend is scheduled to perform May 11 on SNL hosted by former cast member, Kristen Wiig. If that wasn’t enough, Kanye West will also be returning to the […]
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March 29th, 2013 Kriston McConnell Last night Vampire Weekend filmed a mini concert for Canada’s QTV. During their performance they decided to perform three new songs which will be featured on their upcoming album Modern Vampires Of The City. You can stream the mini concern by taking a look below the jump. Here are the song titles and at what […]
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