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AnastasiaMax – “Brat”

May 18, 2018

Floridian alt-indie rockers, AnastasiaMax, serve up a triple espresso shot of audio goodness with their raucous new single, “Brat.” Lead by teenage siblings, Anastasia and Maxamillion, this high-energy track is bursting with firework guitars and concerted, wildly-impressive-for-their-age vocals. This is basement rock at it’s best so give it a listen below. “Brat” is off AnastasiaMax’s new EP, The Haunt. Give it a listen on Spotify here or Bandcamp here. The Haunt by AnastasiaMax

The Pretty Flowers – “Cream of Canvas”

May 17, 2018

LA indie rock four-piece, The Pretty Flowers, bloom with their new single, “Cream of Canvas.” Off their upcoming LP, Why Trains Crash, this lo-fi track will get you moving with a melodic concoction of revving garage riffs, skipping drums and a fiery chorus. Treat your eardrums and give it a listen below. Why Trains Crash drops June 22nd. Look out for it on the official The Pretty Flowers Spotify here or Bandcamp here. Cream of Canvas by The Pretty Flowers

Termination Dust – “Spring Breakup”

May 16, 2018

Anchorage’s Termination Dust is here to tell you that that spring fling of yours is d-u-n-z-o with their angsty new single, “Spring Breakup.” Off their freshly released EP, It’s Never Too Late, this female dream pop duo brings us an upbeat, shimmering bubblegum beat set against brutally frank vocals making for a track that’s trouble in paradise. Crank this one up and let it all out. Want more Termination Dust? Buy and stream It’s Never Too Late on Bandcamp here. Never Too Late by Termination Dust

Joni – “Omens”

May 15, 2018

LA singer-songwriter, Joni, gifts us her hauntingly lucid new single, “Omens.” After writing platinum hits for other pop artists, Joni decided to step out of the shadows and into the spotlight. In this track, she showcases her hypnotic, nightingale voice over a moody pop production that blushes a dreamy haze. When you’re lying in bed awake at night, this is the song you want to be listening to. Check it out below. Expect more to come from Joni this summer. Drift on over to her SoundCloud here and Spotify here for more tracks.

WORLDS – “Comfort Zones”

May 14, 2018

LA’s WORLDS, the collaboration of songstress Erica Driscoll and multi-hyphenate Anthony Polcino, release their latest and greatest space rock single, “Comfort Zones.” This addictive listen features both high and low synth tones reverberating like comets and asteroids under Driscoll and Polcino’s dueling electric vocals. It’s an out of this world track that could make HAL 9000 assemble legs and do the moonwalk. Check it out below. Want more WORLDS? Of course you do! Stream them on Spotify here or SoundCloud here.

High Tropics – “Wait For You”

May 13, 2018

Aussie garage poppers, High Tropics, bring us their new single, “Wait For You,” a spirited head nodder radiating with charm. About patience and perseverance, this melodic track features electrifying garage riffs, Josh Stewart’s harmonious vocals and one hell of a catchy chorus that will spread your wings and set you free. Check out it below. For more High Tropics, check out their SoundCloud here or Spotify here.

The Caracals – “City Girl”

May 13, 2018

Summer is just around the corner and Orange County’s The Caracals have our backs with their refreshing lemonade love song, “City Girl.” Lead by singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, Johnny Cis, this instantly catchy, retro track is flat-out fun with a killer mix of bouncy garage rock and lapping waves of surf and indie accents. Check it out below and fall in love at first listen. The Caracals are currently recording their debut EP due out in September. Until then, listen to them on SoundCloud here or Spotify here.

Elohim – “Half Love”

May 9, 2018

Now this is how you get a party started. Elohim returns and completely blows up the spot with her addictive new anthem, “Half Love,” off her debut self-titled album. This track is dancy as hell and combines the LA artist/producer’s pristine vocals, pulsing synth, bone-rattling bass and the most badass saxophone bridge you’ll ever hear. Check it out below and expect a dance party of one to break out. Lucky for us Elohim’s been very busy this year. Her self-titled debut album is out now and available for streaming on Spotify here. You can also catch her on her current US tour where she’ll be making stops at Bonnaroo and Electric Forest. Check out her official site here for dates and tickets.

PLAZA – “In the Know”

May 9, 2018

PLAZA, the UK post-indie four-piece, continues to raise their stock and expand an already impressive following with the release of their irreverent new single, “In the Know.” The track lulls you into a melodic trance with gentle riffs and soothing vocals before lashing out in a chorus filled with pent-up energy and frustration. It’s the shot of adrenaline your ears need, so give it a listen below and feel alive. Check out more PLAZA tunes on their SoundCloud here.

Tonight: Yazan

May 4, 2018

Modern-day Frank Zappa, Yazan, takes his talents to Buffalo favorite, Electric Avenue, tonight for the latest stop on his very first kick-ass, cross-country tour. Hailing from Brooklyn, NY, Yazan is a singer-songwriter-guitarist who specializes in an exceptional mixture of blues, folk and psychedelic grooves. Riding high off the release of his new album, Hahaha, he’ll be flanked by drummer, Nick Dooley (Flagland), and bassist, Sam Gehrke (Soul Low), to give your Friday night an auditory kick in the pants. Also taking the stage is Jack, the solo songwriting project of former Brooklynite-turned-Buffalonian and singer-songwriter, Brittany Costa.  Rounding out the night are Buffalo’s slowcore three-piece, Award Show, and the folksy Andrew Kothen (Dreambeaches). Show at 8pm with a $5 cover. Hahaha by Yazan

Tonight: Witty Tarbox Release Show

April 28, 2018

Do you like clowns, cotton candy and indie grooves? Well lucky for you, Witty Tarbox is turning Buffalo’s Nietzsche’s into a big top tonight for the release of their debut studio EP, The Adventures of Schmitty: Issue #1 v RARE. Hailing from Buffalo, Witty Tarbox stands out by taking a cooler, more laidback approach to their sound, blending the blues with all kinds of rock, from indie to surf, resulting in some seriously funky jams. This is one of those bands where the music is sweetened by the performance so don’t miss ‘em. Helping out with the festivities and wrangling the elephants are the vintage tinged three-piece, Handsome Jack, and groove rockers, Mosswalk. Doors at 9pm, $5 cover. 21 and over. Show up early because the first 25 people get a free hard copy of the EP.

River Whyless – “Born in the Right Country”

April 27, 2018

North Carolina folk four-piece, River Whyless, stop by with the topical first single off their upcoming album, Kindness, A Rebel. Featuring a lighthearted folk-rock beat with spirited vocals, “Born in the Right Country” is a track about class division and the struggles of chasing the American Dream that everyone can relate to. Take a break from the rat race and kick back with this thought-provoking listen below. Kindness, A Rebel is out June 8th and available for pre-order here. River Whyless will be touring all summer and making a stop in Buffalo on June 19th. For tickets and dates, check out their official website here.

Favor – “Chocolate Cheekbone”

April 25, 2018

Copenhagen’s very own, Favor, brings us the epileptic visuals for his brand new neon-pop track “Chocolate Cheekbone.” Inspired by 80’s dance hits, this throwback tune features infectious sing-a-long vocals and sugar high synths straight out of a club filled with bad haircuts and bad fashion. Push the perm away from your ears and feast your peepers on the video below. You can find more of Favor’s synth pop singles on Spotify here.

Desert Liminal – “Kate Has”

April 24, 2018

Chicago’s synth and drum duo, Desert Liminal, make us lonely with their gloomy new minimalist dark wave single, “Kate Has.” Singer/keyboardist Sarah Jane Quillin’s moody, resonant vocals sprawl over Rob Logan’s anxious drums and down-in-the-dumps ambient tones that rumble the bones. This woeful track will hit you right in the feels, but it’s beautiful and well worth the listen. Pop a Xanax and check it out below. Desert Liminal’s debut LP, Static Thick, is available via BandCamp here and be sure to throw them a like on Facebook here.

Winter – “Zoey”

April 19, 2018

If you’ve ever wondered what it would sound like if David Lynch produced a pop song, look no further than “Zoey,” the latest starry-eyed single from LA dream pop four-piece, Winter. This blissfully hazy track off their latest album, Ethereality, features lullaby vocals floating over a shoegaze beat of celestial riffs and wistful percussions. Perfect to dance to with a scarlet-suited dwarf, check out this euphoric listen below. Winter is currently on tour. Visit their Facebook page here for dates and be sure to stream Ethereality on SoundCloud here.