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Tonight: The Hollywood Motel

December 26, 2019

Tonight at Nietzsche’s marks the debut Buffalo performance of a familiar act under a new moniker. The Hollywood Motel, fronted by Niagara Falls native turned Portland multi-media artist Billy Fortier, was formerly behind popular WNY act Seafox. This evening will be the band’s first outing – they have put together a one-off performance in Buffalo that luckily coincides with their holiday travel plans. The Hollywood Motel is rounded out by Fortier’s brother, Eric Fortier, Pete Heuer, and Deadwolf/Passed Out’s Andy Pothier. Their sound has a psych-y upbeat 70s sound with contemporary indie pop drive. The band is currently in the studio fleshing out their debut album with the Dandy Warhols. Also joining The Hollywood Motel are locals Canetis, who are fresh off the release of their new album Putting Time Together, and psych-pop trio VR Sunset. Doors are at 8pm with a $5 cover. In the meantime check out  the[...]

Tonight: Goon

November 18, 2019

LA-based touring act, Goon is making a stop tonight at 9th Ward. The quartet has been making a name for themselves in the blogosphere after releasing their new album Heaven is Humming via Partisan Records (Cigarettes After Sex, Craig Finn) this past summer. The band’s sound is reminiscent of Ovlov or B Boys. with a driving and experimental indie sound with a 90s slacker vibe. Joining the quartet will be locals Cooler, who word on the street is have a new single popping up soon. Get out of the house while you still can. Doors are at 7pm with a $10 cover.

Tonight: Operators

October 7, 2019

Canadian electro-pop outfit Operators return to Buffalo this evening for an upbeat dance music at the Rec Room. Fronted by Dan Boeckner (Wolf Parade, Handsome Furs), the band has quickly amassed a loyal following with their eighties new wave pop hits and certified jammers. Operators will be in town in support of their May 2019 album, Radiant Dawn. Released through Last Gang Records, the new album is a bit more cinematic than previous efforts, with a bit more of a dark sci-fi feel. i Opening the night will be Buffalo’s Shallow State, a new electronic project headed by scene veteran Brian Gorman. Doors are at 7pm with a $20 cover.

18 & Under Battle of the Bands Registration Starts Sunday

May 16, 2019

Are you 18 & under and looking for an opportunity to hop onto the local scene? Brandon Schlia, brains behind local label Steak & Cake Records, hopes to fast track your interest by organizing an 18 & Under Battle of the Bands set for this summer. The registration for the event starts this Sunday, May 19th at local all-ages space Sugar City between 5pm and 8pm. Inspired by monthly all-ages shows put on at his local YMCA, Schlia hopes to pass it forward with creating and fostering a younger demographic to the Buffalo music scene. Sunday’s registration will be the initial round of the event. In July, there will be a showcase featuring some of registered bands. In October 2019, this will all come to head with a Battle of the Bands, winner going on to battle a separate bracket of Spring 2020 bands. If you are interested in participating,[...]

Tonight: Eels

April 29, 2019

Town Ballroom is hosting an evening of indie nostalgia by way of California rock’n rollers, Eels. Fronted by multi-instrumentalist and project mastermind, E (aka Mark Oliver Everett), Eels has been a working project since 1995, evolving in sound and vision. Currently, the band is touring in support of their latest album, The Deconstruction. Expect to hear a range of sounds from orchestral pop, psych-rock, and indie rock from the heyday of college radio. Doors are at 7pm with a $36 cover. Get there early to check out opener The Inspector Cluzo. 

Sipper – “N.J.F.D”

April 18, 2019

Sipper have a new bummer pop track titled “N.J.F.D.” which has been repeat in the buffaBLOG office this week. In the video, Sipper gets into a fight with a partner at an amusement park, giving many of us some PTSD. With the change of the weather, “N.J.F.D.” is the anthem of the beginnings of a bounce-y summer. Check out the video below and keep a lookout for future material from Sipper over on Facebook. 

Ladysse – “Heartbreak Hollywood”

April 16, 2019

Ladysse’s “Heartbreak Hotel” is like an itch that finally gets scratched. The project is fronted by Stephanie Lauren, a current Detroit resident and former Californian. Since moving east, she been hitting the ground running, embedding herself in the local scene, even landing a spot in AP magazine’s “10 Detroit Artists You Need to Hear” article. Formerly of the band Golden Youth, Ladysse draws comparisons to Charlie XCX or Metric, however we think “Heartbreak Hotel” could easily be a secret track on Yeah Yeah Yeahs 2009 album It’s Blitz. Check out the single below and be on the lookout for new material that should be equally as promising.

flowerbed – “hyacinth”

April 11, 2019

Denton-based shoegaze act “Flowerbed” have a new single that caught our ear last month titled “hyacinth.” The track has a moody layer to it, accented by the lulls of singer Bailey Biggs. “Hyacinth” triggers comparisons to My Bloody Valentine, Lush, or Big Bite. This is the dreampop act’s first single and with that they set the bar pretty high for any followup. Check out flowerbed below and like them over on Facebook for future material. hyacinth by flowerbed

Onni Boi – “Tides”

April 10, 2019

Relatively underground newcomer Onni Boi has a new electro pop track that truly delivers an infectious melody. The Helsinki-based musician blurs pop, electro, indie, and house and wraps it all into an impressive package. “Tides”is Onni Boi’s return to the scene after an impressive debut in 2017 with OB EP.  The single is all about the apprehension of letting someone in on a deeper level, and wanting to protect yourself from being too vulnerable. Check out the single below and try not to dance, I dare you.

Hot Pocket – “Live Without (ft. Lautier)”

April 9, 2019

Funky UK act Hot Pocket teamed up with Lautier to deliver a dance floor must for your spring 2018 playlist. The video for the single gives you a fly-on-the-wall experience, being a largely unnoticed bystander in a busy apartment. If you are into Jamiroquai, then buckle up because Hot Pocket might be your newest obsession. Check out “Live Without” below and keep up with the band’s Spotify for future material.

Kyle Blvd – “HomeGrown”

April 8, 2019

New Jersey-based up-and-coming emcee Kyle Blvd released a dreamy rap single last month titled “Homegrown.” The single showcases Blvd’s tight laid back flow drizzled over a Nintendo 64 influenced instrumental. It’s incredibly hypnotizing and relaxing at the same time. Check out the video for “Homegrown” below and melt into the track.

Tonight: Remember Sports

April 4, 2019

Remember Sports is the modus operandi for the band formerly known as Sports and they are making a stop tonight at the 9th Ward. Originating from a small college town in Gambier, Ohio, Remember Sports started to pick up steam after their relocation to Philadelphia. The band signed to Father/Daughter Records and indie buzz quickly followed thereafter. The band is touring in support of their latest album Slow Buzz. Fans of Speedy Ortiz, Diet Cig, or The Beths should plan on taking a trip down to Delaware Ave this evening. Supporting the band will be tour mate Joey Nebulous and locals Velvet Bethany. Doors are at 8pm with a $12 cover.

Matthew Pinder – “St. Paul, MN”

April 1, 2019

Rising Americana singer-songwriter Matthew Pinder has done it again with his latest single “St. Paul, MN.” Pinder secured a spot in many playlists when Spotify picked him up for a specialty “Folk & Friends” playlist earlier in the year. The talented musician is following up with equally promising material with the new single “St. Paul, MN.” The single is all about being lost in life. The album Give Me Some Time is due out April 12th, but in the meantime enjoy the “ST Paul, MN” below.

Marlon Craft – “Do the Work”

March 31, 2019

Hell’s Kitchen based emcee Marlon Craft released a new track earlier this month all about the grind of life. “Do the Work” is about how convenient life is living in a bubble and not considering some of the issues within the United States and worldwide. It’s a lot easier to maintain ignorance than read about social justice issues. “Do the Work” is about getting woke and actually researching and making a change in your life for the better. Fans of Atmosphere and other sharp emcees would be into Marlon Craft. Check it out below.

Charlie Lane – “Faker”

March 28, 2019

Melbourne-based singer/songwriter Charlie Lane released an earnest track earlier this month and it was quick to catch our ears. The single, “Faker” is all about succumbing to mental health issues while balancing a relationship. In “Faker” the relationship falls apart due to the partner not being able to adjust to the illness, nor wanting to understand it. Basically, “Faker” is all about that – covering up real issues with pleasantries because it’s easier to deal with that way. If you are a fan of Snail Mail, Alex Lahey, or Lucy Dacus, then you would enjoy Charlie Lane. Check it out below.