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Kod!e Releases Music Video for “Can’t Function”

March 21, 2022

Buzzing hip-hop act Kod!e (aka Cody Rozler) just released a new music video for his latest single “Can’t Function.” The Buffalo-based rapper has no problem opening up to the world, bearing his soul with lines like, “I can’t function if I don’t have any drugs/sat here cryin’ cuz I’m feeling so numb.” It’s a powerful message about mental health, but also shows off Kod!e’s sharpened ear – it’s full of catchy melodies; (sadly) relatable lyrics; and a unique flow. Kod!e is fresh off a March 5th show where they apparently set venue attendance records – perhaps an early indication that Kod!e is about to pop off with a promising hip hop career. In the song’s music video produced by Nova Vision, Kod!e appears in a straitjacket with pills scattered across the floor. Check it out below. You can also find the song on Spotify and Apple Music.

Laveda – “bb”

March 14, 2022

With an illuminating voice, Ali Genevich from the Albany-based band Laveda leads listeners to the light. This statement is exceptionally evident when experiencing their latest shoegaze single, “bb.” Written in the middle of what seemed to be a socially apocalyptic world, lines like “In the basement and I’m never coming out, fucking wasted for what’s done while in the dark” brings out your inner darkness and doctors-it-up. “bb” was just put out on March 4th of 2022 and things are finally starting to look up in the global pandemic department… So let the words of Laveda usher in your own personal renaissance. You can also find our write up of another excellent Laveda song, “Rager,” via this link. Stream it on Spotify & Apple Music bb by Laveda

Arvid – “Ghosty”

March 10, 2022

Enter the Rochester-based artist Arvid’s realm as he pushes the wave of psychedelia with a lo-fi sense of elegance. “Ghosty” off of his latest project Pyreburning is undoubtedly the purest example of Arvid’s electronic art. This is the kind of music that makes you physically feel a sensation of vibrations riding up your stomach to the top of your head. I’m not sure if Arvid brought us “Ghosty” from a happier place but it sure will take you to one – surprisingly, it’s a song about the death of a loved one. Check it out on Spotify and Apple Music

grape juice! – “Goodbyes Suck”

March 9, 2022

Catered with a visual, Saratoga Springs’ very own grape juice! gave us just what we needed a month before Valentine’s day with “Goodbyes Suck.” The trio consists of lead vocalist and guitarist Hunter, “The Talent;” bassist Jesse, “The Sugar;” and last but not least, percussionist Mike “The Spice.” If you’re looking for an audible pick-me-up, look no further, lyrics such as “Goodbyes suck, but so do early mornings, grab a cup of coffee and move on.” The level of wholesome grape juice! spoils us with is similar to dinner at your grandma’s house after you told her you haven’t eaten all day… That is, if your grandma specialized in warbly guitars and bedroom-indie perfection somewhere in between Mac Demarco, Vampire Weekend, and your favorite Midwest emo band. Listen on Spotify and Apple Music – lots more options via Linktree as well.  

Dogdad – “Cut / 20 Minutes”

March 9, 2022

It’s difficult to identify if “Cut/20 Minutes” by DOGDAD was improvisational or precisely composed due to the sheer amount of expression that was packaged into three minutes and fifty four seconds. The manically explosive track sounds something of a Jackson Pollock painting in a beautifully refreshing way. The “20 Minutes” portion of the song ensues in a much more soothing tone, I assume for the audience to wrap their heads around what just happened before they jump right back in. Check it out on Spotify and Apple Music

Cola – “So Excited”

March 8, 2022

The abstract rhythm in the lyrics laid down on Cola’s (ex Ought) single, “So Excited,” is truly hypnotic. If you let the song take you, you’ll end up in an unfamiliar place but you’ll be happy to be there. Darcy, from the international band, claims: “It was that song that we would warm up with and get tight on since it was one of the first to really come together, plus it’s fun to play. There are Cola songs of mine that predate this one but this was the one I was working on when Ben told me he was going to come back from grad school and we talked about jamming together. It clicked when we played it out with Evan and from there we decided to work on songs for a new project.” That being said, “So Excited” is second single to their upcoming debut album Deep in[...]

Sarah Johnsone – “Don’t Wanna Be Your Girl”

March 8, 2022

The initial use of negative space is enough to make you lean a little closer into your speakers to hear the angelic vocals of UK artist Sarah Johnsone on “Don’t Wanna Be Your Girl.” She welcomes the retro-esque indie-rock vibes to her portfolio on this second single and they get along quite well. In her own words: “I’ve found that my lyrics always tend towards the somber side, so for this single I wanted to juxtapose it with energetic riffs and guitar solos. It’s the first recording I made with my band, which gave me way more scope and depth musically. The song is about falling for someone who you know is no good, but it isn’t a downcast tune at all.” In my words, Sarah Johnsone is a lyrical, rhythmic, and charismatic badass who does whatever she wants, whenever she wants. Check it out on Spotify and SoundCloud Sarah[...]

Everything In Waves – Fading Out

March 7, 2022

Buffalo-based one-man-band Everything In Waves is a jack-of-all-trades when it comes to gorgeous sounds. The latest installation in his discography, Fading Out, takes listeners on a self-reflective journey. The vocals and lyrics are the vehicle of this five-song EP, consisting of stacked melodies with a driving force that feels like it takes you around the world five times and back… What I’m trying to say is, Everything In Waves, aka Anthony DelPlato, was born with pipes. Each song on Fading Out has its own distinctive concept that carries out an overall theme of hopelessness in hope itself. In Anthony’s own words: “The title track, ‘Fading Out’, closes the loosely chronological sequence and narrates the end of this disastrous connection. The suffering, the pain, the misery, it all finally started to fade away. This is not a happy album, but one that I think we can all associate with. It gives[...]

The Pop Kids – “Boston I”

March 7, 2022

Every classic alt-rock album needs an intro that rips, and The Pop Kids came in and did what they had to do. “Boston I” is a bona fide ballad of growing up in Boston, created for The Pop Kids’ debut self titled album. It satisfactorily gets you geared up for the rest of the guitar-based grunging that proceeds. With a taste of trippy in the words of The Pop Kids, “This is so surreal” and “This is so cool” when talking about “Boston I.” Check it out on Spotify too.

FLOWVERS – “When It Comes To It”

March 4, 2022

Across the Atlantic ocean resides a band by the name of FLOWVERS who are wavy enough to be heard overseas in the States. These folk have arrived here at buffaBLOG as the avengers of the anxious with “When It Comes To It.” Covid-19 took many things from people all over the world in these past two years… Whether it’s physical, mental, or spiritual loss; people suffered and still do from social drought. FLOWVERS can not only vouch for those chasing the concept of acceptance within their social life but lead them to the light in acceptance of self. It’s all demonstrated, of course, by their brand of jittery, high-energy indie rock. We’ve featured FLOWVERS before too – you can also check out “Far Away” and “Flowers.” Check it out on Spotify and Apple Music FLOWVERS · When It Comes To It

Small Pockets – “Good Reason”

March 4, 2022

Grab your keys, cooler, and a camera because you’re about to make some grade-A memories with this song. Atlanta-based artist Small Pockets gave us the first glimpse of summertime in a long time with their latest, “good reason.” Joey Kirby (aka Small Pockets) is a songwriter/multi-instrumentalist who is known for two things: “creating and biking w/ friends in Atlanta” via his Instagram. The Rich Rayburn-inspired music video for “small pockets,” animated by Abraham Mast, illustrates nothing less. Stream it on Spotify and Apple Music

Amateur Hockey Club – “What You Wanted”

March 4, 2022

You can hear the grime being shredded off the guitar in the grudging of Buffalo-based band Amateur Hockey Club‘s new single, “What You Wanted.” This is a common theme within the music of Amateur Hockey Club, as they radiate the essence of a blacklight in a back-alley, lit up with nothing else but neon signs in the night. Thick distortion wrapped with a thin layer of dried reverb on the vocals helps guide you into the wicked world of “What You Wanted.” Check it out on Spotify and Apple Music too. Amateur Hockey Club · What You Wanted

Heather Bond – “The Mirage”

March 4, 2022

With the weight of a feather, the voice of Nashville singer-songwriter Heather Bond floats whichever way the wind blows. The connection between her raw vocals and the instruments in her Live in Nashville performance of “The Mirage” prove it. Her execution of vocals are just as crisp live as they are on record. Not to leave out the notable bassist and producer Viktor Krauss, who keeps the audience grounded with a rich bassline. Stream it on Spotify and Apple Music

Christian Linsey – “Kids”

March 4, 2022

Coming in with the ambiance of the dance floor on prom night, Christian Linsey represents the retro indie rock of NYC. His deep, watery vocals put you in a whirlpool of reminiscence… That is, until Linsey rips his roots as a drummer right out of the ground and goes against the current of your whirlpool of memories. “Kids” reached the surface on February 18th 2022 serving as the single for Christian Linsey’s sophomore album New English.  Check it out on Spotify and Apple Music too. Christian Linsey · CHRISTIAN LINSEY – KIDS

Del Paxton Gets Vinyl Release For September, Bedtime, Ontario

March 1, 2022

Recently brought to you on vinyl by Better Days Will Haunt You comes Buffalo-based Del Paxton’s EP, September, Bedtime, Ontario. Originally released by Topshelf Records in 2020, this three-song EP from the three-piece is packed with a good spread of sound, including but not limited to: mid 90s nitty-gritty emo; heavy-hitting hooks; righteous guitar riffs; cool chord progressions; and wonderful syncopation. Check out the EP in both digital (Spotify, Apple Music, Bandcamp) AND physical form: