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Raised on TV – “Smog City”

January 26, 2019

Los Angeles-based indie trio Raised on TV released the second single off their new album, Season 2. The new single, “Smog City” was recorded at Foo Fighter Dave Grohl’s famed studio, Studio 606. Raised on TV’s sound is reminiscent of Broken Social Scene meets Death Cab for Cutie. Lyrically, the band’s song is all about grinding for Lyft in the big city and being a fly on the wall with strangers from all over the place. The band’s full length is available on all digital platforms but in the meantime enjoy “Smog City” below.

COULOU – “Mr. Nobody”

January 24, 2019

Talented multi-instrumentalist COULOU dropped his latest single “Mr. Nobody” late in 2018 and it’s making its mark into 2018. The song is about not being into someone and them not really being into you either, yet somehow chasing each other back and forth. The song also features the soulful KHAY coming in at about 1:45. COULOU plays all the instrumentals on this in addition to singing (including the killer New Orleans-esque horns towards the end), making him one of the most talented artists we’ve heard in a while. Check out “Mr. Nobody” below and keep an eye out for COULOU’s EP – it drops tonight!

Nylon Otters Drop New EP, Single

January 22, 2019

Rising Buffalo-based grunge revivalists, Nylon Otters, started 2019 off with a bang by releasing a brand new four song EP titled Goldilocks. The first song off the album and title track “Goldilocks” is the lead single from the album. Lead singer Logan Ross almost effortlessly channels the gravelly howl of Kurt Cobain in the trio’s latest track. The band has mastered a slacker grunge feel, meshing two of the buzziest sounds of the past couple years. Be on the lookout for Nylon Otters in the area, as they are a major go-to bands for local bills and in the meantime enjoy Goldilocks in its entirity over on bandcamp. Goldilocks by Nylon Otters

Old Fame – s/t

January 21, 2019

Based out Rochester, Old Fame is a new band formed by veteran local musicians Ben Armes (guitar/vocals), Evan Clark (guitar), Jay Asarese (bass), and Doug Kelley (drums).  This four-piece band is bound to catch the attention of many following the release of their self-titled EP on January 7th. Upon initial listen, Old Fame draws comparison to Coheed and Cambria, mainly in vocals and narrative.  Comparatively, “Blue Savage” sounds closest to a Coheed track.  The instrumentals and vocal melodies in this track are similar to those in Coheed’s early works.  However, the two groups are distinctly different.  Building on such an influence, Old Fame crafts their own sound within the genre with this debut EP. Old Fame delivers intensity through methodical guitar riffs in a tone that captures one’s attention.  While brighter on most tracks, the tone has an underlying sense of eeriness between beautifully crafted solos.  It adds a subtle element of drama, driving[...]

Sunnbrella – “Nick Hornby”

January 19, 2019

Sunnbrella delighted out inbox with their new music video for their latest single “Nick Hornby.” With a driving drumbeat, the shoegaze act’s new jam is sprinkled with melancholy. The video, directed by Filippo Locatelli, takes place mid-makeover, with lyrics all about trying to figure life out/growing as an individual. Check the video out below and try not to move. I dare you.

General Crush – “Big Man”

January 15, 2019

General Crush, aka the brainchild of songwriter/producer Ray Ward, delivered a true gem into our inbox with his live session recording of “Big Man.” Based out of Boston, the one-man-band released a live set recording of his track “Big Man,” which shows similar shades to Pedro the Lion or Say Hi. The lyrics are delivered incredible sullen from Ward, with lyrics about a big man taking someone down. I’m sure there are some more buried themes within this, but that’s what we are gathering after an afternoon jamming to this. Check it out.

Highschool Jacob – “Can’t Get Enough”

January 15, 2019

Highschool Jacob’s latest track “Can’t Get Enough” starts out slowly accentuated by meek vocals, but don’t let that fool you. This single turns into the perfect smokey dance party track early on. At :45 on this electropop track, it goes down with an almost Daft Punk / Boys Noize feel. Get lost in the French disco vibes on this one, as it’s super easy to put on repeat.

Dream Talk – “Get Out”

January 14, 2019

Last month, Dream Talk delivered a funk-y single called “Get Out” that has become quite the earworm. Fans of Joywave, Penguin Prison, or MGMT would be a fan of this nu-pop anthem. It’s super accessible with the driving rhythm section and dancing synths, check it out below.

Ian McCuen – Seasons Fleeting

January 14, 2019

Ian McCuen is a self-proclaimed “purveyor of sorrow,” and now may be a better time than ever to introduce his latest offering. For the depressed and the downtrodden, his somber, three-song EP, Seasons Fleeting, is here to queue in the bleak January blues. What better accompaniment to the false optimism of new year resolutions and the passing of the insincere holiday cheer than McCuen’s acoustic-guitar driven laments about the recently passed “most wonderful time of the year.” Title-track “Seasons Fleeting” is a sleigh-bell tinged ditty about the paradoxical nature of the holidays. Opening line “the tree is covered in twinkling lights” is imagery that directly opposes McCuen’s choice of album cover – a garbage can in a dingy kitchen, wrapped in cheap Christmas lights. Through vibes reminiscent of Bon Iver and Elliot Smith, McCuen gently strums his acoustic guitar and delicately shakes his sleigh bells to describe his hatred of the fleeting seasons. Christmas time[...]

Møme – “Sunday”

January 12, 2019

in December, French producer Møme dropped his latest single “Sunday,” and it iss ideal for a smokey dance floor at about two in the morning. Featuring LA’s Goldwash, it’s easy to get lost in this hazy nu-disco track. Fans of Hot Chip or Royksopp would be keen on this track. The single is from the musician’s new album Møment II, out now via Casablanca Records. Check out the single below, it’s a good one.

Ambein Sloth – “So Long Ago”

January 11, 2019

Ambein Sloth’s driving new single “So Long Ago” is about losing someone but not even knowing if you care.  The project is a concept whirled up by Chicago-based musician and a cartoonist with an affinity for making sloth-based comics. The single seems to be the first for the partnership, but being able to pack this hard of a punch on their first release, I’m sure we will be hearing more from the young project.

Purest – “Waste My Days”

January 10, 2019

Sheffield shoegazers Purest released the title track of their new EP Waste My Days in the end of 2018, but that’s not stopping us from looping it on repeat. The band’s 2018 was quite the whirlwind, performing a slew of dates all summer which included opening slots for Echo and the Bunnymen and The Libertines. “Waste My Days” is the culmination of the band’s efforts for the past year. The track is all about making your way and finding your own in the world. Check it out below.

Pure Mids – “Don’t Quit”

January 8, 2019

Southern California’s Pure Mids are a band we always come back to. They make it awfully hard to quit with their accessible indie pop bangers that seem to land every quarter. Combine a driving beat, 80s synths, with a pleasant bounce and you have their newest single “Don’t Quit.” Pure Mids have the ability to land an earworm almost effortlessly (although I’m sure there is a LOT of effort behind this). Check out “Don’t Quit” below and be on the lookout for more material from the trio, as I’m sure that we will be covering them again.

Noble Kids – “Jaws”

January 8, 2019

Brooklyn-based indie rock act Noble Kids released their new single “Jaws” last month and it might be our first 2019 obsession. “Jaws” is all about staying in a relationship for way too long in order suck that tiny bit of good feelings even though its surrounded by toxicity.  The single is off their forthcoming album Messy Pretty, out February 22, via Rain Hat Records. Have a taste below.

Therapy Dog – “Spilling Milk”

January 7, 2019

Aussie one-man band Therapy Dog released a jangly single in early December called “Spilled Milk.” The song has biting self-reflective lyrics where project head honcho Joshua Hicks channels his inner Robert Smith. “Spilled Milk” is the lead single off Spilling Milk and Getting Ants, which was self-released last month on bandcamp. Stream the single below and be on the lookout for future material heading into 2019. Spilling Milk and Getting Ants by Therapy Dog