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Folkfaces – PLUMS

July 25, 2023

Buffalo-based group Folkfaces is known for their “Rowdy Jazz & Bluesy Roots.” The band has an irresistible, danceable energy and a remarkable variety of sounds, engaging audiences whether it’s busking on the street, playing in a small barroom, or putting on a large electric extravaganza. The band is influenced by a wide range of musical styles, including folk, jazz, blues, Americana, jug band, and bluegrass. Folkfaces is: Tyler Westcott on lead vocals, five-string banjo, acoustic & electric guitar, and 12 string guitar; Brendan Gosson on vocals, fiddle, and mandolin; Dan Schwach on backing vocals, drums, and washboard; and finally Patrick Jackson on backing vocals, electric & upright bass.  On this project, they got some special guests to help add to their miraculous vibes – for instance, on track two, “Minivan Cowboy,” they have Tim Clarke playing the trumpet; he’s also featured on tracks three & seven as well. Brian “Dr.[...]

the amazing Lorenzo Landini – “Serena Fucking Williams”

June 19, 2023

Florence, Italy native Lorenzo Landini, who has been writing his own music since he was 15, took on a positive challenge with his newest LP titled Wins Above Replacement. As he does with most of his discography, he based this album on the topic of sports along with not feeling okay with your own achievements. Recently, his songwriting capabilities have been diminished from the passing of his late mother, but now, he’s turning that grief back into the artistic form of his music – a very difficult, yet special obstacle to overcome. You can very clearly hear this in his debut album titled A moving spectacle for compassionate minds, in which it’s not so much about grieving, but instead, how to use that grief to grow in every direction you possibly can. His lyricism in open mindedness lets his fans know that it’s okay to feel demotivated at times. Doing[...]

Garrett Klahn Returns Home with New Solo Project

November 4, 2014

Garrett Klahn hasn’t lived in Buffalo in nearly 20 years. “I just moved back at the end of the summer.” Klahn says. “My mother is here, so for the past 20 years I’d come home for at least two holidays every year, and for weddings, babies all that normal shit. So I was here a lot.” Klahn is best known for his involvement in a little band from New York City, Texas is the Reason, as well as a multitude of other projects. Klahn is now back in his native city of Buffalo calling the Elmwood Village and Allentown neighborhoods home, which do not resemble the humble districts they once were in his younger days. “The changes are black and white really.” He says of the now bustling Elmwood Village neighborhood. “I left in ’93, and then you didn’t really venture much past Lafayette.” So what brings Klahn back to[...]

Tonight: Culture Clash Soundsystem

April 26, 2014

Reggae and Soul lovers of Buffalo unite! Another installment of the ever-popular Culture Clash Soundsystem DJ night takes place tonight at Blue Monk. All vinyl, all night with DJ’s Ruben and Universal behind the tables. If you’ve been to these events before, you know what to expect; All the classics played alongside your favorite b-side treasures and rarities, from crooning Temptations-sway to the upbeat (and very danceable) “Pressure Drop” of Toots & the Maytals. Something for everyone. Needle drops at 10pm so get there early, have a fine craft beer, and enjoy the night.

Producer/MC Jon Bap Readies New Album

March 20, 2014

Buffalo based singer/songwriter and producer Jon Bap has an eclectic sound that ranges from experimental rock to soul, jazz and hip-hop. In addition to boasting impressive skills as an MC, the artists remix work which includes tracks from Beyonce, The SEVENth, and an ethereal, spaced out take on 50 Cent’s “What Up Gangsta.” Evident from his diverse Soundcloud uploads, Bap is capable of incorporating countless influences to create a truly unique sound, like on the track “The Best Out” which features a mellow beat and soulful vocals sampled from UK singer Sampha juxtaposed with fiery Drake sample from “Too Much.” In anticipation of his upcoming album, the artist recently shared a collection of demos and studio takes that didn’t make it onto the album. The nearly ten minutes of material includes smooth vocal melodies, a comical impression of Atlanta rap group Migos and an experimental track that borders on noise[...]