by Nick Sessanna | Aug 11, 2016 | New Music
Oslo septet Nelly’s Crush has us feeling some-type-of-way about their sexy new jam “Get Off.” This particular band of Norwegians has bonded over their mutual love of retro disco jams and ultra-famous pop jams (think Whitney Houston’s “I...
by Nick Sessanna | Aug 11, 2016 | New Music
Solo act Foliage, a.k.a. M. Joseph Walker, specializes in crystalline indie rock with undeniable 80s influences. The icy production of “What The Future Holds” helps this particular tune embody a vintage feel through a modern day, lo-fi approach. Fans of...
by Nick Sessanna | Aug 11, 2016 | New Music
“Face On The Wall” is shoegazy bedroom-pop at its finest. Josh Hwang is the 22-year-old mastermind of Castlebeat, who won us over with his charmingly compositions. Between the aged VHS aesthetic of his cover art to the lo-fi, quasi-spooky undertones of his...
by Admin | Aug 10, 2016 | Buffalo
Have you ever partied so hard that you blacked out? If so, think of that last thing you remembered happening when you woke up the next day. Whatever that may be is what Governess sounds like. The bands’ debut album, (Let Me Be Your) Governess is a foul blast of...
by Nick Sessanna | Aug 9, 2016 | New Music
Do you ever just get the feels? We do. We were drawn to Helsinki-based duo FEELS for their name but quickly fell in love with the electropop of “Roadkill.” The song truly transforms from a slow atmospheric ballad to something exciting and danceable. Fans...
by Nick Sessanna | Aug 9, 2016 | New Music
Chicago quartet Sunjacket specialize in creating a combination of dark indie rock and synth-driven pop. Hot off of a premiere from Stereogum, the band recently released their second single “Creepy” which highlights their true talents – syncopated...
by Nick Sessanna | Aug 9, 2016 | New Music
El Ten Eleven channels their inner Sleigh Bells on their new track “Swoon.” The band is an instrumental duo who recently released a mixtape of rare and unreleased material. “Swoon” is the mixtape’s first track, and for good reason. The...
by Nick Sessanna | Aug 9, 2016 | New Music
Vaporwavers The Nursery hit us up recently with the glitchy synth pop of “Digital Ashes.” Coincidentally, the Toronto band made its way to our lovely hometown of Buffalo, NY to record their newest EP in a converted monastery. The result is “Digital...
by Nick Sessanna | Aug 9, 2016 | New Music
At the intersection between cold and calculated 1980s-era post-punk and present-day indie rock, you’ll find Cold Violets. The LA act has evolved from a singer-songwriter folk project to the lush band effort you hear today. Stylistically, Cold Violets are now...
by Nick Sessanna | Aug 7, 2016 | New Music
Raeko is the moniker of California-based producer and multi-instrumentalist Jason Suwito (he’s also one third of indie-pop band Sir Sly). “Need 2 Know” is Suwito’s latest musical offering, a collab with buddy Mating Ritual. It’s a summer...
by Nick Sessanna | Aug 7, 2016 | New Music
We like Sam Padrul’s new jam. “Hold On Me” is a groovy pop track, perfect for a nostalgic summer night. Padrul utilizes vintage tones with a modern sensibility – think 80s Hall & Oates vibes meets contemporary 2016 pop. Fans of Empire of...
by Nick Sessanna | Aug 5, 2016 | Buffalo
It’s been a while since we’ve heard from Arctic Death frontman John Crook. Since the band’s split in mid 2011, the members have held tenure in an impressive run of great Buffalo bands, including, but not limited to: Nelson-Type, Crooks, and Father...
by Nick Sessanna | Aug 5, 2016 | New Music
LA act TUFT (formerly known as Hi Ho Silver Oh) hit us up with a really solid indie rock number, “Sheep.” “Sheep” combines deliciously crunchy guitars with a slew of catchy vocals. The result sounds simple but nuanced – an easily...
by Nick Sessanna | Aug 5, 2016 | New Music
Solidisco is a Buffalonian act currently capitalizing on our early-August heatwave. “Summer Heat” showcases the group’s “special sunshine touch,” highlighting its powerful vocal delivery with a deep, vibey instrumental. The song has...
by Michael Moretti | Aug 3, 2016 | New Music
Brooklyn producer 2Beeps (Matt Verzola) blends elements of house, breaks, and electro on “Burn It Up.” With melodic vocal sampling and burly 808’s, the maximalist, club-ready track places a bright 90’s rave-inspired organ melody alongside...
