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Canon Blue – “Beholden”

August 16, 2017

“Beholden” is the worldly new jam from Canon Blue, the solo project from Nashville-based writer producer Daniel James. We dig the simmering, rolling drums and left-field instrumentals, but we’ll let Daniel sell you on this one with a direct quote: “‘[Beholden]’ was one of the first songs I wrote for the record and is a song of reconciling the ideals and dreams of my youth with my adult reality – the idea of being forced into one direction in life where you can either accept the reality and truth of your life or you can live in denial in a futile fight against it.” Deep… But oh, so relatable. We know you’ll like this one, so preorder it here.

Have You Ever Seen the Jane Fonda Aerobic VHS? – “Magic Swimming Pants”

August 16, 2017

Like the curiously-named Someone Still Loves You Boris Yeltsin, Godspeed You! Black Emperor, and Portugal. The Man before them, Finnish garage-pop band Have You Ever Seen the Jane Fonda Aerobic VHS? are here with an effervescent and surreal single in the form of “Magic Swimming Pants.” Squiggly Keyboards and buzzing bass guitars propel this one-of-a-kind track that truly needs to be heard to be fully understood. These guys’ brand of sunshine-and-rainbows grunge falls somewhere on the spectrum between Horse The Band, Garbage, and Death From Above… Wherever that is. “Magic Swimming Pants” is out now via VILD Music.

NOTNO – “Body feat. Freda James”

August 11, 2017

The 80s have never been dead, and NOTNO is proving it. Conjuring images of pink and teal windbreakers, neon signs, and big hair, “Body” is all 80s, combining blown-out percussion samples, swirly reverb, and retro synth pads. Freda James adds a flirty, female touch to this already sexy song. Put it on and roll your windows down. If you’re diggin’ it, NOTNO is offering “Body” here.

Prism Tats – “Used To Be Cool”

August 10, 2017

ANTI-records means business with this next one… “Used To Be Cool” is one hell of a jam from raucous rocker, Prism Tats. Tats is a one-man-band who injects the spirit of rock n’ roll into his garage-fueled jams. We’re picking up notes of rock legends like David Bowie, but this one also has a very distinct, modern-alternative sound packed with booming drums and angular guitar riffs. Recommended to fans of The War on Drugs, Mikal Cronin, or Smith Westerns. “Used To Be Cool” is on Spotify, add it to your playlist.

Camino 84 – “Sounds Fake But OK (ft. Sidney Gish)”

August 9, 2017

Groovy! If you’re a fan of nu-disco or songs that make you want to dance, we seriously recommend “Sound Fake But OK” by wunderkind Camino 84. A notably discoish beat and bass line form the spine of this track, featuring the tasteful vocal stylings of Sidney Gish. We dig the retro vibe here, even though Camino 84 keeps it very contemporary. Have a listen below. Snag a free download here.

Elovay – “Sort It Out”

August 9, 2017

We checked out the new single from Elovay and we liked it so much, we’re now sharing it with you. “Sort It Out” continues Elovay’s trend of writing fun, catchy, and accessible indie rock with a sharp, surfy edge. The quartet recently recorded their latest EP in Venice Beach and the summery and beachy weather clearly made its impact on their jams… Give it a listen via the widget below. Check it out on iTunes if you’re jiving on it.

Pop Punkers Kill The Clock Release New Music Video

August 7, 2017

Buffalonian pop-punk act Kill The Clock are on fire right now. The quartet is buzzing, having just played a massive gig with alt-rock mainstays Theory of a Deadman at Canalside. With what seems like perfect timing, the group has just released a music video for their new jam “Ode to Cheating Death.” Fans of Knuckle Puck, New Found Glory, or Four Year Strong will definitely dig this one. Click play below and prep yourself for blistering punk riffs, major chord progressions, and urgent vibes. Do KTC a solid and head over to their Bandcamp page. There, you can pick up their latest EP, Southgate, for a very reasonable “pay what you want” rate.

Parker’s Back – “Fantasy”

August 2, 2017

We just can’t get enough of indiemo quartet Parker’s Back. This time around, we’re showing off “Fantasy Single,” an urgent number that showcases Parker’s Back’s penchant for writing female-fronted songs that will pack your friend’s basement show. “Fantasy Single” is just one in a string of songs from the Fullerton, CA act that pack an irresistible emotional punch. Give Parker’s Back some support and pick up their latest via Bandcamp.

Eyre Llew – “Havoc”

August 2, 2017

Nottingham, UK is home to Eyre Llew, a crew of ambience loving dudes whose “Havoc” found its way into our inbox. The sprawling seven-minute epic is accompanied with a just-as-epic music video featuring mountainous scenes, nostalgic reminiscing, and feelings of longing. It’s truly something you must see for yourself… Recommended to fans of Explosions in the Sky, Sigur Ros, or Slowdive. Learn more about Eyre Llew here.

Matt Pond PA – “A Spark”

July 23, 2017

Most of us who grew up worshipping the 2000s indie-rock scene should be familiar with the unique sound of matt pond PA. After premiering his irreverent first single a few months ago, we’re happy to share that he’s back at it again with his next single, “A Spark.” Beyond Pond’s penchant for shimmery indie rock songwriting, the video showcases a strange juxtaposition between a tour van and an upside down party, something you’ll have to see for yourself. Check it out below. Still Summer is going to be the last album under the moniker matt pond PA… But fear not Pond fans, he’s not done writing music. Still Summer will be out August 11.

Randomstar – “Away”

July 23, 2017

Randomstar is a one-man EDM project out of Finland who hit us up recently with news of his new EP. Said EP contains the song “Away,” an over-before-you-know-it, one-two punch that pays homage to old-school electronica masterminds (like Daft Punk) via new-school EDM vibes. The song truly sucks you into a voyage and before you know it, you’re grooving along to his entire EP. Add it to your Spotify playlist.

annarestis – “full commie”

July 19, 2017

The Oakland-based commies in annarestis recently hit us up with their new jam, “full commie” and we dig it a lot. You may recognize one of the members, kbb, as a member of Trails & Ways, who we’ve written about multiple times. We think annarestis is just as deserving of a listen with its unique lo-fi mix and chill indie rock vibes reminiscent of early Shins, Someone Still Loves You Boris Yeltsin, or Real Estate. Just so you know, “full commie” is very available via Bandcamp. full commie by annarestis

Darth Nater – “The Western Lowland Gorilla Song”

July 19, 2017

Darth Nater (pun intended) is also known as singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Nate Noworyta. The Buffalo-born musician recently caught our attention with “The Western Lowland Gorilla Song,” a tongue-in-cheek ditty that highlights his wry delivery, dry wit, and unique storytelling ability. Noworyta recently released his fourth full-length album, People Are Animals, which is (unsurprisingly) a collection of ten songs about people who act like animals. Fans of The Front Bottoms, Modern Baseball, or Dave Matthews will surely like this one. If you’re digging it, you can purchase People Are Animals via Bandcamp.

Catnip Cloud – “Lemonade Blade”

July 17, 2017

Introspective Norwegian songwriter Catnip Cloud (a.k.a. Kjartan Thorkildsen) caught our attention with his latest jam, “Lemonade Blade.” The song is about rain and loneliness, and Thorkildsen captures those vibes through use of vintage-sounding instrumentals, ambient guitars, and thumping bass. You can grab a free download of “Lemonade Blade” here.

Tonight: Cayetana

July 17, 2017

Cayetana is one of the buzziest bands in the blogosphere right now and we’re lucky enough to host them tonight in our fair Queen City. The Philadelphia-based trio embodies the IDGAF spirit of punk, capturing a moment in time with their healthy mix of folk, indie, and punk elements. Baltimore’s lilting bedroom-pop mastermind Snail Mail is also on the bill, making for an excellent evening of strong lyrical sentiment and good vibes. Tonight’s show an 18+ shindig at Mohawk Place. Doors are at 7pm, music starts at 8pm. Bring $12 if you want to buy tickets at the door. New Kind of Normal by Cayetana