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Moose Blood at the Town Ballroom (04/17/18)

Brendan O'Connor — Fri, 20 Apr 2018 15:53:13 +0000

Earlier this week, UK pop punk four piece, Moose Blood, made their way back to Buffalo. They seemed to make the best of Tuesday’s mediocre weather, drawing a sizable crowd. They played a pretty even split of songs between all three of their major records, and the die hard fans in the crowd seemed to love every minute of it. Indie/emo veterans Lydia also made their first Buffalo appearance in quite some time, debuting a lot of their newer pop oriented material, along with a couple older cult classics. Buffalo’s own Marigold kicked things off with a solid set, following a tour cancellation from McCafferty. Check out some photos from the night below, shot by blog photographer, Brendan O’Connor.

Marigold

Lydia

Moose Blood

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Marigold Releases Fresh Acoustic Take on Debut EP

Nick Sessanna — Thu, 08 Feb 2018 16:58:36 +0000

Early last year, Marigold (aka Benjamin Lieber) put out an EP packed with shimmery, dreamy emo-pop called Counterfeit Art. Full of fully fleshed-out songs, the EP was almost entirely written and performed by Lieber (with a little help from bassist Alexander Matos) at GCR Studios with Jay Zubricky. As any determined solo artist will tell you, it’s tough to acquire and keep a full band going… So Marigold is now predominantly an acoustic act. His latest EP, aptly titled Counterfeit Art (Reprise), embraces his newfound approach with a fresh acoustic take on five of the songs from Counterfeit Art.

“Foothold (Reprise)” is a gentler take on the driven emo rock of the original “Foothold.” Lieber’s debut EP was reminiscent of the new wave of emo dream rockers like Turnover or Citizen… But “Foothold (Reprise)” is a good introduction to Marigold’s impressive range. Here, he trades a full drum kit and distortion pedals for shakers and acoustic guitars. Same goes for his beautiful take on “Salt,” which now has a sunny disposition and a delightful piano accompaniment. Make no mistake, Lieber’s passionate emo delivery remains, complete with harmonies soaked in sincerity.

Other songs on (Reprise) have more in common with early 2000’s Bright Eyes or Sufjan Stevens. “I Built It All On A Lie” and “Run that Body Down” have evolved into swaggering folk tunes, now noticeably swung instead of straightforward. “Days Bleed Into Months, Bleed Into Years (Reprise)” is as stripped-down as they come, boasting sparse instrumentation with a “miles-away” vocal approach.

In true Manchester Orchestra fashion (Hope/Cope style), Marigold has turned an already fantastic group of songs into something fresh and new. Counterfeit Art (Reprise) is certainly worth a listen – check it out via Bandcamp.

Counterfeit Art (Reprise) by Marigold

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Tonight: Marigold

Nick Sessanna — Tue, 23 Jan 2018 17:05:13 +0000

Marigold (aka Ben Lieber from Buffalo cosmic rockers Head North) is kicking off a solo tour tonight with a set of acoustic tunes. His songs are emotional and understated, combining the catharsis of bedroom-emo with the warmness and intimacy of an acoustic guitar. Support tonight comes from fellow Buffalonians h eave (aka the hushed and ethereal musings of Emily Finlan) and Greg Priester/Mike Rakiecki from heavy-hitters Into the Wake, whose songs translate surprisingly well to the acoustic format.

Tonight’s show is at Mohawk Place. Doors are at 7pm, bring $10 to get in.

Counterfeit Art (Reprise) by Marigold

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Tonight: Secret Stuff

Nick Sessanna — Thu, 06 Jul 2017 15:34:22 +0000

Hey you, are you a fan of fantastic emo music, supporting local music, and helping touring bands? Please consider attending a fine showcase this evening featuring emo revivalists Secret Stuff. The Nashville act specializes in sparkling, noodly indie rock for fans of American Football, Foxing, or Mineral. Joining the showcase are equally fantastic Buffalo emo acts Marigold and Honey, as well as newcomers Worse Things.

Tonight’s show is at Milkie’s on Elmwood. Doors are at 6:00pm, music starts at 7:00. Should be a short-n-sweet set for all you 9 to 5ers. Bring $5 for the touring band.

Secret Stuff / Sundressed Split EP by Secret Stuff

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