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Spill, Dance, Refine x SKATERAT – “The Trend”

November 8, 2024

Nashville producer Spill, Dance, Refine has teamed up with SKATERAT on their latest single “The Trend.” This synthpop track is all about when everything goes wrong in your life. Losing your job, losing your save game, and infidelity. Ultimately, when one thing goes wrong, it’s more of a trend rather than an outlier. The lyrics touch on losing your social network and having nostalgia for when things were going better. Everything has changed, for the worse. For such a depressing song concept, the track is pretty catchy. Check it out.    

blondfire – “A Million Miles”

November 5, 2024

You know the feeling when you start dating someone new and every moment with that person is incredible and magical and lovely and there could never be anything negative ever happening to you two? That’s the inspiration for Michigan indie pop songstress Blondfire with their new track “A Million Miles.” Originally composed of sibling songwriting duo, Erica and Bruce Driscoll, the project evolved into the solo project of Erica. Since 2006, Blondfire (and their previous iterations) have been hitting the scene and gaining new audiences across the United States, sharing the stage on tour with acts like Foals and Surfer Blood,  as well as slots on Lollapalooza and Firefly Fest. Blondire’s sound is easily digestible with upbeat electro-pop tracks that could easily be on the next Metric album. Check out “A Million Miles” below. Blondfire · Blondfire – A Million Miles

Must See Shows (11/6/24-11/12/24)

November 5, 2024

Thursday, November 7th @ 7pm Cursive w/ Gladie @ Rec Room Legendary Omaha indie rock act Cursive returns this Thursday for a trip down memory lane, much to the delight western New York’s aging scenesters.  Cursive broke through to many fans with 2003’s critically acclaimed album The Ugly Organ. The album has influenced thousands of projects and has been a mainstay in hundreds of thousands of fans playlists. Lead by Tim Kasher, the songs are brooding and angsty yet in a mature way that is self-reflective and poetic. Undoubtedly Cursive will sprinkle in tracks from The Ugly Organ, Domestica, and Burst and Bloom. If you’ve sat out on Cursive’s newest material, please catch yourself up because it’s on par with the past catalog which is both exciting and promising. Opening the bill will be Philadelphia indie act Gladie. $25 at the door + fees. Exeunt.  Devourer by Cursive Friday, November[...]

Adam James – “Morose on Melrose”

October 29, 2024

New York native turned West Cost Transplant, Adam James, is back with an introspective single that pulls at your heart strings. A long-time scene veteran since 2005, James has had stints in numerous bands like Sleep Bellum Sonno, The Vigilance Committee, and More than Skies. James’ latest single “Morose on Melrose” shows the singer/songwriter’s vulnerable side. The song was written during a bout of hardship, navigating life post-breakup and listlessness. “Morose on Melrose” is an ode to the song’s inspiration, walking aimlessly navigating depression down one of Los Angeles’ busiest streets. Everyone has a purpose and motivation. What is yours? Where is your happiness? Before Summer Ends – Single by Adam James

Roma NYC – “Recover”

October 29, 2024

New York City’s Roma NYC has a sludgy indie rock number that came across our desk and pairs perfectly well with this rainy day. “Recover” is the latest of the band’s single-a-month series and quickly gaining buzz. The new dreary track is all about motivation and pursuing your dreams. Roma NYC is all about taking chances and pursuing the arts and philosophy, and this is the main theme of “Recover.” This track is deep and not to be taken on the surface level. Check it out below and stick around until the three minute mark, because that’s where Roma NYC really shines.

Must See Shows (10/30/24-11/5/24)

October 29, 2024

Thursday, October 31st @ 7pm Dexter and the Moonrocks @ Town Ballroom Turn off the porch light and put a “Gone 2 Dexter and the Moonrocks” note up for the trick-or-treaters this Thursday. The Abilene-based quartet will be making their Buffalo debut on a very scary evening in support of their latest EP Western Space Grunge. The band is an amalgamation of indie rock, grunge, and a sprinkle of country – an homage to the band’s Texas roots. Much to our delight, Dexter and the Moonrocks’ sound is very sing-a-long friendly with numerous singles chock full of heavy hooks. Fans of FIDLAR, White Reaper, or Wavves would be into this one. Doors are $27.22 all-in. Dexter And The MoonRocks · Like You (Like You) Saturday, November 2nd @ 7pm Light Beams w/ Personal Style, Welks Mice, and echolocator @ Area 54 Dischord Records signees Light Beams returns to Buffalo after[...]

San Gabriel – “Play with Fire”

October 28, 2024

San Gabriel is the moniker for Texas electro-pop musician James Bookert. The project emerged as the extreme alternate to Bookert’s main band, Whiskey Shivers, a swamp-y bluegrass act that went into hiatus during the pandemic. Since then, San Gabriel has been cranking out blog-friendly singles with the latest “Play with Fire” being no different. Written and recorded in a liquor store in East Austin, the single “Play with Fire” is upbeat big synth-pop sound that could easily be a Chappell Roan track, with Bookert’s hazy vocals over the top. Throw this onto your playlist if you are fan of Goth Babe, Day Wave, or Japanese House. In the meantime, check it out below.

Must See Shows (10/23/24-10/30/24)

October 22, 2024

Thursday, October 24th @ 7:30pm Prairie Pavement w/ Romcom Victims, Night Owls, and Karma Queen @ Milkies Milkie’s has been on a hot streak as of late with the downscaling of local programming at other venues in town. So much so that the Elmwood Strip establishment has moved their popular karaoke night from Thursdays to Tuesdays in order to fit the demand for more local music. This Thursday, Milkie’s will host a notable local lineup featuring promising indie act, Prairie Pavement, with support from Romcom Victims, Night Owls, and Karma Queen. Ultimately, it’s a tight local bill and it’s a Thursday. $10. Friday, October 25th @ 8pm Songbirds @ Buffalo Iron Works Songbirds have quickly become a must-have at all venues around town. They’ve played at all of the midweek summer concerts in town and delighted thousands of moms in Western New York with their impressive Fleetwood Mac tribute. Soon[...]

Pekoe Cat – “The Down and Outers”

October 18, 2024

High energy indie project Pekoe Cat has a new single called “The Down and Outers” that is blaring from the office speakers today. Pekoe Cat is the recording name for multi-instrumentalist comedian Kyle Woolven. Hailing from Belleville, Ontario, Woolven’s Pekoe Cat project displays his more serious side and is a counter balance to his comedy work. The track “The Down and Outers” is an upbeat indie pop song that goes hard on the tempo. Fans of The Strokes, Vampire Weekend, or The Drums would be into this one. Check it out.

Idaho Green – “Studs Up at the Suds Hut”

October 18, 2024

Idaho Green’s single “Studs Up at the Suds Hut” may hold the record for the shortest song we’ve covered at the blog. In fact, you may even linger longer on this page than listening to the song, which is pretty good for our backend stats so I would encourage you to do so. The band originates from Huntley Project, Montana and has been creating fuzzy diddies since 2008. In 2015, Idaho Green relocated to Brooklyn where they found themselves in a weird dichotomy, they were too artsy for Montana, but too redneck for Brooklyn. The single, “Studs Up at the Suds Hut” is a 40 second track that fans of Rozwell Kid, Sleeping Bag, or Diarrhea Planet would appreciate. Check it out below and give them a follow on Instagram.  Gems of the High Plains by Idaho Green

Must See Shows (10/16/24-10/22/24)

October 15, 2024

Friday, October 18th @ 8pm Makeout Tactics EP Release Show w/ Spud and Cheap Peach  @ The Cave Friday evening might be one of the most jam-packed calendars for quality music in Buffalo in recent memory. Every neighborhood in the city has something that I would recommend, however, not every showcase is celebrating an EP release show like Elmwood Village indie pop act, Makeout Tactics. The five-piece will be unveiling their new EP titled Skunk House, which chronicles the escapades of a bunch of friends in their twenties living together in a house that’s falling apart – almost like a co-ed Frat House. Makeout Tactics’ sound is high energy, and could be compared to Surf Curse or Los Campesinos with a hint of an edgier Max Bemis (Say Anything) accenting the gang choruses. Joining the bill will be singer/songwriter SPUD and a recently re-launched Cheap Peach. Doors are $10. Friday,[...]

A Days Wait – “Long Lines”

October 14, 2024

A Days Wait returns with their new indie pop single “Long Lines.” The band is no stranger to buffaBLOG as we’ve covered this project’s alliterative 2022 single “Tongue Tied” and 2023’s “Signals.” “Long Lines” continues with accessible college radio rriendly style that A Days Wait mastermind Adam Alfano has close to perfected. The latest single is all about trying to be a positive person, but constantly encountering negativity and hoping to bust through it.  A Days Wait continues its charitable mantra by donating proceeds for “Long Lines” again to a cause. Please don’t ask me what the charity is because I don’t know. I hope its a good one. A Days Wait · Long Lines

My Friend Noel – “Will Somebody Love Me?”

October 14, 2024

NYC -based quartet My Friend Noel have a new self-doubting single, “Will Somebody Love Me?” The premise of the track is highly relatable to all growing up and searching for happiness. Am I annoying? Will anyone find my quirks attractive? Does the person I bump into at the bodega four times a week getting my AM Celsius even notice me? The band formed in 2023 after the core trio of Katelyn Barr (vocals/guitar), Anna Young (bass), and Ivy Wang (drums) decided to flesh out their sound and head to the internet to get a lead guitarist. After numerous inquiries from online weirdos, the band found the refreshingly normal Kyle Redd. Since the expansion, My Friend Noel has been rising in the underground indie scene across Brooklyn and Manhattan. Fans of Snail Mail, Beach Bunny, or Diet Cig would be into these guys. Check out “Will Somebody Love Me” below and[...]

Orchid Mantis – “Dead Malls (ft. Cathedral Bells)”

October 14, 2024

Dreampop act Orchid Mantis returns with the hazy new track “Dead Malls.” Mantis, the moniker for Atlanta-based experimental musician Thomas Howard, has been cranking out lo-fi earworms since 2014. With the new single, Orchid Mantis combines creativity with Orlando bedroom-pop project, Cathedral Bells, on this collab. The track uses the metaphor of dead malls to parallel old memories and nostalgia which lands strong with these shoegaze elements. Fans of DIIV, Film School, with a touch of Future Islands rhythm section would be into this one. Check it out on Spotify and give Orchid Mantis a follow to keep up with their promising 2025. orchid mantis · Dead Malls (feat. Cathedral Bells)

Must See Shows (10/9/24-10/15/24)

October 8, 2024

Wednesday, October 9th @ 7pm Robert Ellis @ 9th Ward Houston-based singer/songwriter Robert Ellis makes a stop in the Babeville basement this Wednesday for an intimate performance. Touring in support of his latest album, Yesterday’s News, showgoers will be captivated by Ellis’ phenomenal story telling and alt country twang. Fans of Nick Drake, Justin Townes Earle, Jason Isbell, or Joe Pug should be up for a midweek foray onto the Delaware Strip. Tickets are $25. Friday, October 11th @ 7pm Ashford (Album Release Show) w/ Previous Love, The Weather Might Say Otherwise, & Robbery Club @ Mohawk Place Ashford are celebrating the release of their brand new full-length album, Pictures of Places I’ve Been, at what is bound to be the talk of Mohawk Ave. on Friday. The post-pop-punk project has been around for over eight years, but has really emerged as a a scene heavy-hitter after emerging from post-COVID[...]