[Watch] Animal Collective Shares Quirky Video for "Monkey Riches"

If you've ever dreamed of becoming a snake charmer but shuddered at the thoughts of taming one of those fanged reptiles, look no further than Animal Collective's video for "Monkey Riches" for inspiration. Forget about snakes, it's all about ropes now. The odd video focuses on a bed-ridden rope charmer, whose ability to manipulate rope takes a mysterious turn. Watch below.

Animal Collective have also rescheduled their national tour, following cancelled shows due to band member illnesses. The dates will run from September through October, as well as in December. Check out the full schedule after the jump.

Animal Collective 2013 Tour Dates:
09/06 – Portland, OR @ MusicFest NW *
09/07 – Boise, ID @ Knitting Factory
09/08 – Salt Lake City, UT @ Depot
09/09 – Denver, CO @ Ogden Theatre
09/11 – Minneapolis, MN @ First Avenue
09/14 – Mexico City, MX @ Ceremonia Festival
10/16 – Madison, WI @ Orpheum Theatre
10/17 – Chicago, IL @ Riviera Theatre
10/20 – San Francisco, CA @ Treasure Island Festival
10/21 – Los Angeles, CA @ Wiltern
10/22 – Phoenix, AZ @ Marquee
10/24 – Kansas City, MO @ Midland Theater
10/25 – St. Louis, MO @ The Pageant
10/26 – Asheville, NC @ Mountain Oasis Electronic Music Summit
10/27 – Philadelphia, PA @ Union Transfer
10/28 – Philadelphia, PA @ Union Transfer *
12/01 – Washington, D.C. @ 930 Club
12/02 – Portland, ME @ The State Theatre
12/04 – Royal Oak, MI @ Royal Oak Music Hall
12/05 – Covington, KY @ Madison Theater
12/06 – Cleveland, OH @ House of Blues
12/08 – Nashville, TN @ Marathon Music Works

[Watch] The Postal Service Performs "Such Great Heights" and "The District Sleeps Alone Tonight" Live for the Last Time

This weekend saw The Postal Service performing at Lollapalooza and then at The Metro in Chicago. Benjamin Gibbard announced, sadly, that these two performances would be their last. He took to Twitter following the band's final show, saying:

Thanks to everyone who came and saw @PostalService this spring/summer. It meant the world to us. And with that, we are closed for business.

— Benjamin Gibbard (@Gibbstack) August 5, 2013

It's saddening, knowing it was such a short-lived reunion. Yet, if you managed to see them live at some point this year, it was incredible to see Gibbard and Jimmy Tamborello and Jenny Lewis together again. Below, watch them perform "Such Great Heights" and "The District Sleeps Alone Tonight" during their final show at The Metro.

[Watch] Kanye West Gets On Stage at Travis Scott's Los Angeles Show, Performs "New Slaves"

Rapper and producer Travis Scott performed at El Rey Theatre in Los Angeles last night, and attendees were given one hell of a surprise. Kanye West crashed the party, appearing on stage and tearing through an impromtu performance of "New Slaves"—for those who don't know, Scott helped produce the song. Shit got crazy the moment the beat dropped, with the crowd moshing and jumping and surfing as Yeezy dished out verse after verse. Rap fans know how to throw down.

[Watch] Edward Sharpe and The Magnetics Zeros Perform "Better Days" on Conan

Edward Sharpe and The Magnetic Zeros continue to support their new self-titled album with another late-night performance. This time they visited Conan O'Brien's eponymous show, performing the lead single from the LP, "Better Days." The whole band made it out for this one.

Edward Sharpe and The Magnetic Zeros is out now.

[Album Stream] Listen to AlunaGeorge's Debut Album, 'Body Music'

AlunaGeorge's hotly anticipated debut album Body Music is out next Tuesday (July 29th) and they've graciously given everyone the chance to stream it in full beforehand. Check out all thirteen tracks from the record, as well as six bonus songs, including a cover of Montell Jordan's "This Is How We Do It." Stream it below.

More on the London duo, Aluna Francis and George Reid stopped by Rinse FM's studio to perform a live version of "You Know You Like It." The rendition is stripped down, relying on Francis' crisp vocals and Reid's echoing piano chords for effect. The result is pretty damn fantastic.

[Watch] Edward Sharpe and The Magnetic Zeros Tell Us Why "Life Is Hard" on David Letterman

Edward Sharpe and The Magnetic Zeros released their self-titled third album earleir this week, and they supported it with a stop at the Late Show with David Letterman last night. During their visit, they preached about life's many difficulties, performing the number "Life Is Hard." Watch as the collective performs a soulful and spirited rendition below.

[Watch] Franz Ferdinand Perform "Right Action" on Letterman

Franz Ferdinand brought their brash Glasgow rock to Late Show with David Letterman this past Monday night, performing in support of their soon-to-be-released fourth album Right Thoughts, Right Words, Right Action. They dished out a rollicking rendition of its lead single "Right Action."

The band also performed for Letterman's Live on Letterman webcast, where they tore through a 50-minute set that drew from their entire discography. Check it out below.

Right Thoughts, Right Words, Right Action is out on August 27th.

[Watch] The 1975 - "Chocolate" Live on Conan

The 1975 have come a long, long way since this time last year. From humble beginnings and secretive tracks appearing online, to supporting the likes of Muse and The Rolling Stones this year. They've now travelled the world and are currently across the Atlantic over in the States, during which they've made their American TV debut with a visit to Conan O'Brien's late night slot last night. Playing their track "Chocolate" from the EP IV for the masses watching at home, you can see their to be brilliant performance in all its glory below.

Their highly anticipated self-titled debut album is set for release via Dirty Hit/Polydor on September 9th.