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Scowl Brow – “No Good”

October 13, 2016

Charlotte power trio Scowl Brow are a brash punk band… no questions there. “No Good” is a strikingly honest ode to being a good-for-nothing (I’m sure we can all relate to that on some level). Despite their spiny exterior, these dudes have a knack for writing catchy americana-tinged punk a la Gaslight Anthem. Scowl Brow’s stuff is currently being released via Refresh Records [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/270567875″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]

Roaida – “Nothing Matters”

October 13, 2016

“Nothing Matters” is the newest single from Orlando artist Roaida. “Nothing Matters” is an unusual and refreshing spin on pop music, combining dark, relatable content with a lighthearted indie-pop vibe. Now every time you say “it doesn’t matter,” you’ll want to sing it in the melody of this song. Learn more about Roaida at @ROAIDA.ZIP. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/284032872″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]

WHARVES – “It’s You”

October 13, 2016

WHARVES are a group of Australian slacker-psych-rockers. Their latest single “It’s You” is a raucous indie-rock jam. Their latest video is a trippy take on their strong live show. Fans of WAVVES, Beck, or Parquet Courts would be into these dudes. Check out “It’s You” on iTunes.

Alice Jemima – “Dodged A Bullet”

October 13, 2016

Alice Jemima is a singer from the UK – we think her latest jam, “Dodged A Bullet” is worth a listen. Her new video is a narrative on modern relationships, Flashdance-style. “Dodged A Bullet” has a great, driving beat, even though it’s delivered in an understated way. Fans of Lana Del Rey, Now, Now, or Ellie Goulding would dig Alice. Jemima is currently working on her debut LP via label Sunday Best.

Tart Vandelay – “Spin”

October 13, 2016

Rochester-based act Tart Vandelay have a unique new song on their hands called “Spin.” The song is based predominantly around a looping vocal sample and sparse percussion, falling somewhere on the spectrum between an Adele song and “Killing Me Softly” by The Fugees. Fans of either of those acts or St. Vincent would dig Tart Vandelay. “Spin” is off of Tart Vandelay’s latest release, Frontier Pioneer. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/285418356″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]

Green Slime – Green Slime

October 10, 2016

Green Slime is a Buffalo duo making an incredible amount of noise. Have you ever heard the acronym KISS? It stands for “keep it simple stupid.” Green Slime is a duo (Eric and Blake Ellman to be exact) who have obviously taken that advice to heart. The brothers Ellman spent a few days with Jay Zubricky at GCR this past September. They left with a self-titled, twelve-song banger, full of sludgy nuggets of succinct indie rock. They’ve taken the best elements of Queens of the Stone Age, The Black Angels, and Superchunk and condensed it into a bunch of garage punk bangers. Album opener “Not Sorry” is the archetypal Green Slime song. Get used to the gigantic heavy guitars, bombastic drums, and Eric Ellman’s slightly-effected vocals, because Green Slime doesn’t need much else to get their point across. Don’t be fooled by the heavy chugging, Green Slime has a penchant for pop songwriting. “Not[...]

PAPA – “Comfort’s A Killer”

October 9, 2016

About their new jam, “Comfort’s A Killer,” PAPA says it best, “Just because somebody wears a robe doesn’t make them any closer to God than Chuck Berry. Rock and roll is holy to me. Our sound is our temple. To dance is to pray. Pray like a motherf***er.” Well said, guys. Fans of Scissor Sisters, Matt & Kim, or Fitz & The Tantrums would be into PAPA’s raucous sound. Check out PAPA’s new album, Kick At The Dust, here.

Little Children – “Chasing the Sun (feat. Anna Levander)”

October 9, 2016

Little Children is the moniker of Swedish singer-songwriter Linus Lutti. He teamed up with fellow Swede Anna Levander to create “Chasing The Sun,” an urgent indie-pop number that features distant guitars, electronic drums, and an urgent vibe. Fans of Kurt Vile or M. Ward will love Little Children. Little Children’s latest, f.f, will be available via iTunes on October 21. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/284297981″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]

Tanya Gallagher – “Virginia”

October 9, 2016

Tanya Gallagher was born and raised in Pensacola, FL, but her timeless Americana folk has a sound that spans the country. “Virginia” is a breath of down-home fresh air – Gallagher’s hushed delivery and the song’s gentle swooning is enough to chill anyone out. Fans of Edward Sharpe or Sarah Jaffe should feel right at home. Gallagher’s latest, Virginia, can be purchased via iTunes. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/268381370″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]

Acrylics – “One In Seven”

October 9, 2016

New York City duo Jason Klauber and Molly Shea are. Acrylics. “One In Seven” is a super-pleasant indie-pop song. It flip-flops between a 7/8 and 8/8 time signature, giving it a slightly angular feel. About “One In Seven,” Acrylics say, “the song is about persistence of memory and the ongoing presence of past scars propelling you into the future.” Fans of MGMT or Peter, Bjorn, & John should give this a spin. Acrylics’ latest release, DADA Minor, is out now via PaperCup Music. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/283625558″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]

Kyle Morton – “Survivalist Fantasy”

October 9, 2016

Typhoon frontman Kyle Morton is releasing a solo album called What Will Destroy You. He specializes in folksy acoustic jams with a tinge of Local Natives-style indie rock tossed in. We were particularly taken aback by a percussion-filled break in the otherwise stripped-down track. Fans of Bon Iver or Elliot Smith would dig Kyle’s style. If you want to purchase Kyle Morton’s stuff, check out this link. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/280007950″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]

Denis The Night & The Panic Party – “Androgynous Love”

October 8, 2016

Denis The Night & The Panic Party is an idiosyncratic collective born two years ago featuring members from Italy and United Kingdom. “Androgynous Love” combines elements of electro-psychedelia, shoegaze, noise, and avant-garde, eschewing traditional norms of music and image. Normally we’d make a comparison to other acts but, Denis & co. are hard to define – they’re worth a listen for that reason alone. Cosmic Youth is out now via Wall of Sound Records. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/283611574″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]

Flying Ibex – “Could Have Gone Your Way”

October 8, 2016

Flying Ibex combines electronica, psych-pop, and afro-beat into something intriguing. The act came together when discussing Brazilian music and a shared love for Dylan. “Could Have Gone Your Way” mixes a simple Casio keyboard tone with Barnaby Keen’s quasi-baritone delivery. The result sounds a bit like Jamiroquai mixed with CHVRCHES. You can purchase music from Flying Ibex here. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/283758636″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]

LUXXURY – “What Do Ya Really Want?”

October 8, 2016

Controversial producer LUXXURY has been banned from many streaming platforms… YouTube isn’t involved – so we’re happy to write about his new jam, “What Do Ya Really Want?.” The song is a slow-disco jam with a hint of malaise, reminding us all that summer always has to come to an end. Fans of Holy Ghost or Empire of the Sun will dig LUXXURY. LUXXURY has lots of music for sale – check it out on Bandcamp.

Rainsford – “Too Close”

October 8, 2016

Rainsford a.k.a. Rainey Qualley is an LA songstress making intimate pop-soul songs. “Too Close” has a monster chorus and a deep, driving beat – let’s just say we’re feeling it. “Too Close” has a vintage feel, falling somewhere between the 80s and 90s, but boasts a modern production style. Fans of Sade or Aluna George will dig Rainsford. Check out Rainsford on the ‘gram if you want to stay up to date. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/284071205″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]