San Francisco

Remixes: Philip Seymour Hoffman – Spring Break 2011 (railcars ‘Summer in Space’ mix) (aka Mojitos on Mars)

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With an interesting bit of news to start off your weekend, Friday sees the continuation of a recent trend of avant/noise artist’s remixing each others songs. Recently we posted about a number of remixes that were done of the railcars’ song "Cathedral with No Eyes;" now it seems the railcars are beginning to return the favor. Good friends of the railcars, New York’s Philip Seymour Hoffman, have apparently been gaining a lot of traction, going on tour with Truman Peyote, so the railcars decided to give their song "Spring Break 2011" their own treatment. Check it out below.

 

–Ada Lann

Philadelphia

Weekend Warrior, April 2 – 4

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Our Best of Philly Poll Winner, Reading Rainbow will be playing an early R5 show this Saturday at The Barbary with LA’s Best Coast and local lo-fi psychedelic dream pop outfit Creepoid before all the hip kids chug their Sparks (is that stuff still legal?) and take over the dance floor. Rob and Sarah should have plenty of new material for you after braving one of those ridiculous snowstorms to lay down 12 tracks at the studio of their pals Eternal Summer in Virginia, but they are very happy with how the recordings turned out. We’re all very excited that Reading Rainbow will be headlining The Deli’s Best of Philly Showcase at Pilam on Saturday, April 24th with Grandchildren and Levee Driver! The Barbary, 951 N. Frankford Ave., 7pm, $10, All Ages (Photo by Justin Roman) myspace.com/levarmotherfuckingburton
 
We know that you’d rather be outdoors this weekend, but most of the alcohol and music are inside one of these places…
 
Johnny Brenda’s (1201 N. Frankford Ave.) FRI The Spinning Leaves, Oso, Toy Soldiers, SAT BC Camplight and The Swimmers
 
The Fire (412 W. Girard Ave.) FRI Wes Mattheu & The New Way Down
 
M Room (12 W. Girard Ave.) FRI Gentlemen Christ, SAT Sonic Spank
 
The Khyber (56 S. 2nd St.) FRI Big Terrible, Surgeon, The Rowdies
 
Blockley Pourhouse (3801 Chestnut St.) FRI High Kick Album Release Show
 
Danger Danger Gallery (5013 Baltimore Ave.) FRI The Chickens
 
Millcreek Tavern (4200 Chester Ave.) FRI Cleric
 
JR’s Bar (2327 S. Croskey St.) FRI Hulk Smash and Fuck Attack
 
Germ Books (2005 Frankford Ave.) FRI Radio Eris
 
Pterodactyl (3237 Amber St.) SAT Supergoose, The Josh and Pete Band, Steve Goldberg & the Arch Enemies
 
Club Polaris (460 N. 9th St.) SAT Major Lazer
 

 

Philadelphia

Major Lazer SOLD OUT at Club Polaris April 2

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BYAP! BYAP! MAJA LAZA BE IN DI HOUSE TONIGHT BYAP! BYAP! Philly’s own Diplo teamed up last year with English fidget house DJ Switch to create what is known as Major Lazer. Major Lazer is the Jamaican commando with a laser arm, and I presume that their debut album Guns Don’t Kill People…Lazers Do is the soundtrack that follows this guy around. Diplo’s production is evident as he forays into grimy, dub-step freak-outs that leave the listener comfortably unhinged. Most likely they will bring along hypeman/pervert Skerrit Bwoy and professional rump shaker Mimi. If you can get yourself into this sold out show, you will be sure to leave with some item of clothing missing, in a good way. Also on the bill is bombastic duo Sleigh Bells. Their jagged guitar riffs and heavy electronic blasts alongside singer Alexis Krauss’ ferocious voice prove their hype every song. Fellow Dubstepper Rusko will be filling out the bill. Club Polaris, 460 N. 9th St., 9pm, SOLD OUT, All Ages myspace.com/majorlazer – Adam G.

 

Philadelphia

The Spinning Leaves Whirl into JB’s April 2

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Since Barbara Gettes and Michael Baker first met in 2006, they’ve crafted a sound that can seamlessly be sewn into the proud tradition of American music which they’d humbly give credit to the assortment of 50+ musicians that they have worked with on their recordings. But at the forefront, you’ll find Michael the Baker’s heartfelt achy rasp and B the Leaf’s charming lilt playfully circling each other. However, they are excited about performing at Johnny Brenda’s tonight with their full band. Also on the bill with The Spinning Leaves are Oso, whose debut The Bellringer was one of my local faves last year. They’re already preparing to release a second album. Newly added to the lineup are Toy Soldiers who will surely have their army of Temple boppers hitting the dance floor. Johnny Brenda’s, 1201 N. Frankford Ave., 9pm, $10, 21+ myspace.com/thespinningleaves – H.M. Kauffman

 

Chicago

From our Open Blog: Color Card

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Color Card is a three-piece experimental outfit hailing from Chicago, IL. Formed in early 2009, the band pushes the limits of the "indie" genre by incorporating various styles and instrumentation. Recently, with the help of producer/engineer Ben Kaufmann, just finished recording a few songs at Chicago’s own Engine Studios. They have also just made official plans to record a full length starting in May. Listen to new songs ‘Rigors’ and ‘Tourniquet’ and stay tuned for upcoming shows at the band’s myspace page.

Chicago

CD of the Month: Leather Silk

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The latest album from My My My, Leather Silk, looks and reads like an under produced classic porn movie from the ‘80’s. It’s complete with cheesy actors named “Big Baddy Cosgrove”, “Captain Sage Bronson”, “Silky”, “Terrycloth Jones”, and so on. However, when you put the album it is a completely different experience. This is power pop at its finest. Filled with finely tuned electronics, sweeping guitar riffs, and dueling vocals provided by Russell Baylin and Sarah Snow. I would compare their current sound to that of Headlights, especially when Snow is taking the lead.

There is not a lull in this album, which means you will never stop moving. The centerpiece of this ten-track album is the song “Swoon”, and in a way it sums up the album. The looping electronic open leading to a gritty guitar riff and atmospheric keyboards, but it is the interplay of Baylin and Snow that will make you “Swoon”. My My My have far surpassed their 2008 effort, Little Cat Plays the Alpha Rave, and Leather Silk should make them one of the more sought after Chicago bands of 2010.

My My My will be celebrating the release of Leather Silk on May 8th at Bottom Lounge.

Portland

Portland’s Hottest Bands

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Here at the Deli Portland, we’re all about being professional. Always educational and more on the reserved side, The Deli Magazine exemplifies "serious" music blogging. We would never think of doing something immature, like, for instance, posting who we think some of the hottest local bands are – oh wait, yes we would!

Here is my list of the guys and gals from some of our favorite local bands that make my heart skip a beat. This is purely my opinion, so feel free to comment with your faves; in fact, we encourage it!

Dropa 

 

The indie/new wave band Dropa’s members look more like they belong on the cover of GQ than a record. Their tight fitted T-shirts and well groomed 5 o’ clock shadows might just distract you from their true goal, which is their music. And if you need even more convincing of how hot this band is, the keyboardist and drummer are brothers, which makes them practically twins (fantasy!). They bring some major eye candy to the group and really complement singer Micah’s geek-chic look.

Nice Boys

You can tell by the smirk on these boys faces that they are anything but "nice," and I like that. Their ’70s Mick Jagger style works well with their psychedelic punk sound. It takes a confident guy to pull of the white John Travolta pants, and the Nice Boys most definitely have that. I applaud them for keeping alive the ’70s rock style that still makes bands like The Rolling Stones and The Black Crowes so popular today.

Stephanie Schneiderman

This ambient-pop princess controls the stage with her voice, and enchants us with her girl-next-door face and feminine style. She looks equally as hot in jeans and a T-shirt as she does dressed couture. She has a mystery about her that keeps you wanting more.

Very International Love

If you are into the electronic pop style and sound, you will squeal for this baby-faced duo. Maybe it’s the singer’s long eyelashes, or the guitarist/keyboardist’s perpetual curl in his hair. Whatever it is, it works, and makes female and male fans alike fight desperately to get their attention. The problem is figuring out which one you like more.

Beyond Veronica

 

Much like some of Bonnie Veronica’s influences – like Blondie and The Yardbirds – the Beyond Veronica vocalist is a front woman through-and-through, and her male band mates don’t seem to mind that one bit. Who wouldn’t like a hot, fun rocker chick fronting them in knee-high boots and a short skirt? Punk Globe magazine called them one of the best bands they have heard all year, but I call them one of the hottest bands I have seen all year.

Toxic Zombie

The rockabilly, horror-pop band Toxic Zombie has everything I love: tattoos, zombie attire and hot go-go dancers. If you haven’t seen this band perform, you are sorely missing out. They have a fun, catchy sound that is best seen to enjoy, and once you catch a glimpse of their sexy zombie go-go dancers/back-up singers Kelly and Robyn gyrate on stage, and their sweaty, shirtless guitarist Sam jump head first into the crowd, you will understand why I call them one of the hottest bands in Portland.

Bonus Category: Hottest celebrity band

She & Him

 

Two words, Zooey Deschanel.

– Deanna Uutela

L.A.

There’s no place like home

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If you want a really Good Friday, then head down to the Natural History Museum tomorrow night to see local funk, soul, hip-hop legends Breakestra perform as part of the museums First Friday’s Series. It’s a six-month long series themed as “There’s No Place Like Home: The Science of Southern California.” The brilliant Fitz and the Tantrums will open for Breakestra, and the evening includes a curated tour, science discussion, and a DJ lounge to boot. Check out Breakestra’s new video here.

 

 
NYC

The Deli partners with Rooftop Films again – Submission link for NYC Bands

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Deli readers,

For the second year The Deli Magazine and Rooftop Films will partner to give New Yorkers some quality independent music AND movies.
The Rooftop Films 2010 Summer Series, the 14th year of "Underground Movies Outdoors," will run every weekend from May 14-August 15, hosted by different suggestive NYC roofs.. Each night a local emerging artist will perform before the projection – considering how tall NYC buildings are, this is truly a match made in heaven!
The Rooftop Films 2010 calendar will be announced in a few weeks, in the meantime…

NYC BANDS CAN SUBMIT TO PLAY
ROOFTOP FILMS SERIES 2010 HERE.

The artist selection will be made by the Rooftop Films music staff – no need to schmooze The Deli’s staff to be picked – we know you!!!

The Deli’s Staff
www.thedelimagazine.com

NYC

Heraldo Negro and Julianna Barwick at 92YTribeca on Arpil 02

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92YTribeca has been contributing in recent time to bring the West Village scene back to relevance with a series of interesting shows mixing local music and art. Roberto Lange aka Helado Negro (in the picture) and Julianna Barwick, along with visual artists Jonathan Dueck and Kristi Sword take over the downtown venue with a night of music and month of art exhibitions. These artists will be engaging in a collaboration that blurs the divisions between studio, stage, touring and recording. While Roberto and Julianna collaborate to produce new music live on stage, Dueck will be documenting with drawings, video and photography which will later be incorporated into the packaging materials for the final product of this experience. Buy tickets here.

Nashville

The Kicks’ newest release: The Rise of King Richie

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A quick glance at the four guys on the cover of The Kicks album The Rise of King Richie might cause someone to back away fast. It could be the half-unbuttoned shirt on one or the bandana on another, but something about the look says, "I am the man in the bar with the bad pick-up line." That said, it could be that the four Kicks members are satirizing a particular look, plus it really all just depends on what you’re into.

Most prominent about this album, released last September, is an array of odd influences throughout, ranging from the early 60s jukebox numbers to the hard rock of the 80s and 90s. Its guilty-pleasure charm is like all the songs that people like, but won’t admit to liking.

King Richie opens up on a fast note with "This Feeling," with guitar solos and yowling vocals reminiscent of Aerosmith. The 1960ss oldies influence comes into play on "Turn It Out," from the harmonizationadns teady percussive snap vis-a-vis Roy Orbison’s "Pretty Womanm," and if you listen to the chorus of "Good Morning," you will find a striking and unexpected resemblence to Bowie’s "All the Young Dudes."

Still, there’s more with a drilling riff on "Shake It Loose" that sounds like Skynyrd, before the album wraps up on its slowest note with a Billy Joel-esque piano opening on "No Easy Way Out."

If a rock album infused with 60s and 80s pop floats your boat, The Rise of King Richie will do the trick. The band members are more than capable instrumentalists, and they definitely are not the morose types, judging by the album’s upbeat vibe. Check them out May 13th and 12th and Porter. – Jessica Pace

NYC

Weekly Feature 194b: Lissy Trullie

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From Sid Vicious to Iggy Pop, real names have been forsaken for pseudonyms with a rock ‘n’ roll feel. Lizzy McChesney didn’t have quite the right ring to it, so the singer-songwriter christened the stage name Lissy Trullie to host the rotating musicians that write and perform in her band. Although she currently slays crowds with her guitar skills, she began her musical education with the least punk rock instrument, the xylophone.  This minor setback to dominating the world with her rock ‘n’ roll only fueled her desire to obtain a guitar. After a great deal of pleading, her parents finally bought her the much-coveted guitar. She began writing songs at 14 based on the basic song structures found in Tom Petty songs her instructor taught her. Over time, her songwriting shifted with her exposure to different frameworks and sounds. – read Nancy Chow’s interview with Lissy here.