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Mise en Scene – “Young Leo”

May 3, 2017

Fans of Best Coast, Hole, or Angel Olsen will dig this one. “Young Leo” from Mise en Scene is about a young Leo (the Zodiac sign, not DiCaprio) who is learning how to take life one step at a time and to not be so sad. It might also be worth noting that the singer of this track was born on August 10th. Beyond its message, this is a straight up raucous indie rock jam that we think is worth checking out. The band also released a music video for “Young Leo” which you can check out here.

Solomon O – “Holograms”

May 1, 2017

Solomon O is an Australian indie crooner whose “Holograms” has been rubbing us in just the right way. This indie-pop nugget has a luscious rhythm section and plenty of shimmering guitars and synths to please any fan of modern-day alternative rock. Fans of Foster The People, Imagine Dragons, and The Killers will get down to this one. If you dig it, add “Holograms” to your Spotify playlist. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/312123977″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]

Ruby Haunt – “Freeway Crush (Nutrition Remix)”

May 1, 2017

We’ve been jamming on this slow-burner by Ruby Haunt as imagined by Australian producer Nutrition. “Freeway Crush” takes a skittering beat and pairs it with haunting synth swells and breathy vocals, resulting in a perfectly chill electronica jam. Nutrition is a relatively mysterious dude, so we’ll let the remix do the talking – give it a whirl via the widget below. You may enjoy this track through a variety of methods – check them all out here. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/307424040″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]

Late Guest At The Party – “Give You A Life”

May 1, 2017

Late Guest At The Party are a Brooklyn quartet crafting crazy catchy house jams. We recommend starting with “Give You A Life,” a succinct banger about wanting to let somebody into your life… Problem is, sometimes that person doesn’t need you the way you need them, and that’s the feeling LGATP try to capture. Give it a whirl if you’re feeling froggy. If you dig it, here are a few simple instructions. Go to iTunes. Click buy. Enjoy. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/315953573″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]

Mountain States – “Here It Is”

May 1, 2017

Mountain States are a jangle-pop quartet from the Netherlands whose “Here It Is” has been giving us good vibes. Their video for the track is a bunch of abstract visuals with a vague nature feel. More importantly, their spacey indie rock reminds us of a mixture of 90s college rock a la REM or Polaris mixed with modern day bands like Le Colour. If you dig it, peep their website to learn more.

The Sunjays – “Konnichiwa”

May 1, 2017

The Sunjays hit us up with a music video for their new jam “Konnichiwa” and we think it’s worth a watch. The video was captured on Super8 film, definitely a lost art. It resulted in a cool, slightly spastic looking video that matches the jangly, nervous-energy indie rock that The Sunjays execute so well. For fans of The Shins, Matt Pond PA, or Pavement will dig this one. “Konnichiwa” is available via many platforms – check them all out here.

The Otherme – Blacksheep

April 27, 2017

When The Otherme‘s (aka solo artist Aidan Licker) new album came floating into the buffaBLOG inbox, it brought us back to a simpler time… Namely, the mid to late aughts where emo acts were blossoming from basement show staples to full-blown rock stars. Blacksheep is a startling tonal shift for The Otherme, whose previous efforts have been more hip-hop flavored (think Asher Roth or Atmosphere). This time around, Licker has eschewed the beats and the raps for personal, heart-on-your-sleeve anthems about long-lost relationships, summers past, and existential novelists. Licker is armed with nothing more than a lone electric guitar and his voice, bringing to mind Drive Thru acts like Dave Melillo or even The Starting Line. Blacksheep‘s most poignant moment comes in the form of the title-track, a song about yearning for approval, despite an unshakable “black sheep” status. On one of the catchiest moments of the album, Licker proclaims, “I stopped living for the people[...]

People Flavor – “No Vox”

April 19, 2017

If you’re into dreamy indie rock, we think you should peep the new track from California’s People Flavor. “No Vox” pairs some swirly guitars with anthemic vocals and an overall chill vibe – perfect for a relaxing commute home after a stressful day of work. “No Vox” is on Bandcamp if you dig it. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/295764409″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]

Blaenavon – “Alice Come Home”

April 19, 2017

Blaenavon has us jazzed on their new video for “Alice Come Home.” Featuring live footage of the band performing in NYC at four in the morning, “Alice Come Home” is packed full of frantic guitar strumming, beautiful falsetto vocals, and a stunning outro that drones out for the last two and a half minutes. This is one of those songs that is truly an experience the whole way through, falling inexplicably on the spectrum between Sigur Ros and Pavement. Their music is available via a variety of platforms, all of which can be found here.

Bat House – “Alright, Spaceboy”

April 19, 2017

Trippy, psychedelic, and mathy are three great words to describe Bat House… They are excellently represented by the kaleidoscopic video they’ve created for the song “Alright, Spaceboy.” This Boston quartet reminds us of Tame Impala, Pine, and Maps & Atlases, as evidenced by their swimmy brand of freak-out-prone indie rock. Give it a listen below. Their latest self-titled release is available via Bandcamp.

Chackie Jam – “Hachi”

April 18, 2017

Can we add Chackie Jam to the best band names of all time list right now? Real talk though, we like their new single “Hachi” a lot. This Belgian collective is all about writing “guilty pleasure pop” (their words not ours). We’re not even guilty about liking this ear worm, which sports retro beats and infectious synth lines. Feeling generous? Head over to iTunes and buy it. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/300041295″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]

Rainbow Arabia – “Modern Contemporary”

April 18, 2017

We’re digging the synthpop coming out of married couple Danny and Tiffany Preston, otherwise known as Rainbow Arabia. We think you should check out “Modern Contemporary,” which comes equipped with a colorful, CSI-inspired music video. Inspired by the purchase of an obscure, Lebanese synthesizer, the duo now specializes in writing fun, upbeat synthpop a la Empire of the Sun or Crystal Castles, with a touch of African and Caribbean flavor. Check ’em out on Bandcamp.

The Traditional – The Queen of Heaven

April 17, 2017

It’s been a few years since we’ve heard from Buffalo trio The Traditional. Their previous effort was a 10-song monster full of lyrical curses and sharp edges delivered through a haze of second-hand smoke. Last year, the trio headed back into the studio (with GCR wizard Jay Zubricky) and came out with the well-crafted, six-song The Queen of Heaven. If anything, TQOH is indication that The Traditional know who they are, and they don’t give a shit what you think either way. EP opener “Parlez-vous francais” is an archetypal Traditional song, showcasing how this trio has nestled themselves between rock n’ roll’s “rock” and emo’s “hard place.” “Francais,” like most Traditional songs, listens like an angry diary entry from singer/bassist Anthony Musior, whose not-so-subtle poetry is as heart-on-your-sleeve as it gets. “Kerosene” is another must-listen, and is truly brought to life through guitarist Mike Bienias’ furious rock n’ roll chops and the pristine back up vocals from drummer[...]

The Band Ice Cream – “Sand Dunes”

April 12, 2017

“Dirty, fuzzy, slightly stupid rock n’ roll” – their words, not ours. Real talk, we’re actually fans of San Fran quartet The Band Ice Cream, specifically their new jam, “Sand Dunes.” It’s spastic and screamy with a mid-song break in intensity… Most importantly, it’s a fun listen. Definitely recommended for fans of Attic Abasement, Cursive, or Cloud Nothings. Pick up a copy of their latest, Classically Trained, here. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/273112846″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]

Mojave Nomads – “Strange Love”

April 12, 2017

Mojave Nomads are a quintet from Utah whose “Strange Love” mysteriously appeared in our inbox… It quickly found its way into our hearts, touting a unique vocal delivery and effervescent indie pop vibes that are nothing short of irresistible. This song reminds us of the light-hearted pop of Foster the People or Grouplove – check it out. If you’re feeling it, click here to support Mojave Nomads. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/312338408″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]