Horseflies are a rowdy group of dudes… This quartet from the UK hooked us in with their latest offering, the bendy, guitar-driven goodness of “Cake Delivery.” Falling somewhere on the spectrum between Hot Snakes, Bloc Party, and good-old-fashioned punk rock, this one is sure to get your adrenaline pumping. Be sure to visit Horseflies’ Bandcamp page.
If you’re in the mood for some passionate West Coast House, we think you should give “Minute” a shot. LA producer No Way Back teamed up with vocalist Sophia Black for this four-minute slice of upbeat, hip-hop inspired house. Great weekend vibes (even for a Tuesday). “Minute” is available via a variety of platforms. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/308165792″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]
Vancouver quintet Illacuda hit us up with the brand new music video for “Stop Calling” and we dig it. Beyond the abstract visuals and haunting imagery of the video, we’re loving Illacuda’s use of swirly guitars, washy drums, and the Morrissey-esque vocals. You can tell Illacuda takes influence from both the 1950s and 1980s. Snag “Stop Calling” from Bandcamp if you dig it.
Psychedelic quartet Shadowgraphs have a banger on their hands with their latest single, “Scarlet Tunic.” The song has a real pep to its step, finding the North Carolina-based quartet experimenting with fuzzy guitars, echoey vocals, and a never-ending drum and bass assault. Fans of music from the 1960s and neo-psychedelic bands like The Black Angels will like “Scarlet Tunic” Swing by their Bandcamp for a preorder of their next release, Venomous Blossoms. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/309030776″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]
These guys mix a 60s mentality with 80s sentiment and a bit of Alex Turner flavoring… We’re talking about Weird Milk, a London quartet who we think are on to something judging by their latest single, “This Close.” Chorusy guitars and lo-fi production values channel the melodic side of the 80s – a perfect requiem from all the scuzzy indie rock currently flooding the scene. Here’s their iTunes link. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/308012956″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]
Glammy quartet Coyóte caught our ears with their latest jam, “Dirty Work.” The song is a dirty spiral into the mind of a manic pixie type, aurally envisioned through their use of blunt guitar work, dance-heavy rhythms, and soulful vocals. Fans of The Growlers or The Clientele will surely get down to this one. Peep the track below and be on the lookout from this plucky foursome. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/306961591″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]
Mt. Doubt is an Edinburgh-based collective whose “Tourists” has been on rotation in the buffaBLOG office as of late. Most notable is frontman Leo Bargery’s distinct baritone delivery, which saunters smoothly overtop the band’s warm indie rock instrumentals. Fans of Morrissey, Father John Misty, or The National should give this one a spin. “Tourists” is available on Bandcamp. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/304698548″ params=”auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false&visual=true” width=”100%” height=”450″ iframe=”true” /]
Baby Galaxy is a trio from the Netherlands with a pretty stellar new single… “New Flavors” is wrangled and loud, highlighting bent guitar chords, aggressive basslines, and pounding drum beats. There’s a hint of 80s noise and college rock in there, but all in all this rowdy single sounds fresh and fun, especially the explosive ending. We’re sure you’ll like this one, so head over to their Bandcamp page and snag it. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/307071840″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]
On their new song “Ender,” post-rock quartet Heron were “trying to capture the feeling of being submerged in a violent sea.” Let’s just say the seven-minute track does a good job at taking you on that journey… The instrumental band uses guitar to emulate tumultuous waves and an eerie calm before swelling back into a maelstrom to finish things up. Fans of Explosions in the Sky, Pink Floyd, or Kyuss will dig this one. If you’re digging these vibes, snag “Ender” on iTunes. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/293785772″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]
Identical twin duo Oliver Riot caught our attention recently with “Omen,” a gentle alterna-pop offering along the lines of Passenger or James Blake. The twins, aka Alexander and Benjamin Moore, recently won first place in the Grammy’s “Rock The Mic” competition and for good reason – their use of violin, cajon, and other left-field instruments gives their music an incandescent and classic feel. Give ’em a follow on Instagram too. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/306615244″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]
What’s left for us to say about Buffalo hometown heroes Del Paxton? Dylan England, Zach Schoedel, and Greg McClure have been keeping our hearts thumping in odd time signatures for the last four years. That span of time has seen the trio rise from basement-shredding all-stars to their current gig, a coveted spot on the Topshelf Records roster. At the advent of last year, Del Paxton bundled up with Jay Zubricky at GCR studios here in Buffalo. Those sessions eventually became their first full-length, All Day, Every Day, All Night. Album opener “My Other” is a nod to Buffalo city-living, referencing the maze of one-ways that one might encounter on the wrong side of Richmond Avenue. From song one, it’s obvious that stylistically, Del Paxton have stuck to their guns, and rightfully so – it’s what has made their previous two releases so enjoyable. Their brand of mathy, indie-flavored emo specializes in time[...]
Last time we checked in with Manhattan based glam-popper Hideout (known colloquially as Gabriel Rodriguez, who is also a member of Cults), we were raving about his cosmic jam, “Changing Us All.” This time around, we’re digging the collage-like appeal of his latest video for the song “I Got Your Message.” Adding a colorful and creative visual appeal to his delightfully spacey indie rock, this jam will appeal to fans of Kurt Vile, The Walkmen, or Bombay Bicycle Club. Hideout’s Bandcamp page can be found here.
With its frantic beats and wonky surf vibes, we’re clearly vibing on Her’s‘ latest offering, “Speed Racer.” The song is a fast paced and lighthearted romp about one night stands and being a wild young thing. Combining sultry baritone vocals with a signature descending guitar/bass riff, this one is a perfect way to get yourself feeling froggy. Swing by iTunes if you dig it. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/307717890″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]
Ready to shred your ears? Chicago power trio Lazy Legs hit us up with “Soft Skull,” a crunchy and frantic blast of shoegaze energy. Think a wall of thick guitar noise and wild drums coupled with ghostly vocals… right up our alley. Fans of True Widow, Pity Sex, or No Joy will like this one. Swing by Bandcamp to snag this one. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/288685971″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]
We think you should check out this killer remix by 18-year-old wunderkind inHarmony. The German youngster specializes in acid jazz, soul, and r&b, which certainly comes out in his remix of Hollywood Principle’s song “Firework.” His addition of insanely funky slap bass is a major highlight, but all in all this is the kind of remix that gets you moving and grooving. Swing by the link here for a free download. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/305396589″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]