Philadelphia

Taco Bell Feeds Some of Your Favorite Local Bands

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This is pretty cool in a kind of gross way. I love fast food even though I avoid it as much as possible. While Taco Bell is rarely in my diet because I’m spoiled by my favorite tacos from Taco Loco (the RV on 4th and Washington), I am completely in favor of supporting the arts by feeding the artists. Taco Bell is running a campaign called “Feed the Beat” where they will be giving some of your favorite bands $500 in Taco Bell Bucks to feed themselves on the road. Local area acts Chiddy Bang, Dr. Dog, Jukebox the Ghost, Terrible Things, Circa Survive and The Wonder Years are among the bands that have been chosen to test out their digestive systems. You can check out the rest of the list here. – Q.D. Tran
 
New England

Stereogrove’s October Precinct Art/Music Residency Begins Tonight

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Stereogrove, the Boston-based rock/reggae/funk/hip-hop quartet, kick off an October residency at the Precinct tonight at 9pm.  In and of themselves, they put on a live show more than worth the cover charge; their music is made for the stage, vocals flying or skatting over rhythms by turn rock, funk, dub, and uptempo reggae.  Although it’s dance- and energy-minded, the structures are thoughtful and the juxtapositions of jiving, swinging, and diggin’ into it are more than interesting fare for those who prefer to sit or stand and appreciate instead.  But consider this a challenge to not, at the very least, tap your toe along to it.

The band has been working on new music and has apparently written four different sets, one for each night, which is quite a feat on its own and promises for a dynamic residency.  And although you’ll surely be drawn to the stage by the magnetism of Stereogrove’s grooves, this residency sweetens the pot with opening DJ and slam poetry sets, art showcases, live art making, some great supporting music, and live jams at the end of each night.  Check below to find out who else you can expect to see ripping it up – with bills like these, these should be some jams to remember!

The following information is from the band’s website.  Each evening of the residency begins at 9pm, is 21+, and has a cover charge of $7.

10/6
DOORS: 8:30
DJ SET/SLAM POETY SET: 9:00 – 9:20
STEREOGROVE: 9:30 – 10:00 – (Set Picked By Aj)
THE FEW: 10:15 – 11:15 (classic rock/jam band)
JAM SESSION: 11:30 – CLOSE
ARTIST: TONY HOLLUMS – MUSIC ON PAPER AND SURREALISTIC PEN & INK
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10/13
DOORS: 8:30
DJ SET/SLAM POETY SET: 9:00 – 9:20
STEREOGROVE: 9:30 – 10:00 (set picked by Tony)
MODUS: 10:15 – 11:15 (dirty funk/jazz)
JAM SESSION: 11:30 – CLOSE
ARTIST: MEGHAN CHIAMPA – PSYCHEDELIC INSPIRED PAINTINGS AKA “WHAT A UNICORN SEES ON ACID”
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10/20
DOORS: 8:30
DJ SET/SLAM POETY SET: 9:00 – 9:20
STEREOGROVE: 9:30 – 10:00 (set picked by Matt Butler)
KING’S DUB: 10:15 – 11:15 (reggae/dub)
JAM SESSION: 11:30 – CLOSE
ARTIST: ELIZABETH MCBRIDE – RETRO POLAROID PORTRAITURE
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10/27
DOORS: 8:30
DJ SET/SLAM POETY SET: 9:00 – 9:20
STEREOGROVE: 9:30 – 10:00 (Set Picked By Matt Smith)
PIPELINE RIOT: 10:15 – 11:15 (rock/reggae/funk)
JAM SESSION: 11:30 – CLOSE
ARTIST: JOSHUA OLIVEIRA – ABSTRACT CUBISM PAINTINGS

– The Deli Staff

Philadelphia

FYI on DIYs in PHL: Sugar Town’s Sara Sherr

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Shuffle through the pages of any mainstream music magazine and there’s one thing you can be certain of: the number of features on men in rock ‘n’ roll far outweigh those of their female counterparts. It’s a glaring, male-dominated gender gap – one that, while not as apparent in underground scenes and alternative media, keeps lady rockers in the shadows. It’s also part of the reason why 40-year-old music journalist/musician Sara Sherr started Sugar Town, a monthly showcase for women in rock ‘n’ roll.
 
Inspired by the Riot Grrl movement, the upsurge of “Ladyfests”, and Fur Salon, a mid-90s queer-punk party, Sherr started Sugar Town a decade ago as a way to spotlight the many women musicians and DJs rockin’ out locally and nationally. Named after a Nancy Sinatra tune – and a play on “Sugar and spice and everything nice” – it’s first show was held on January 11, 2001 in The Balcony at the Trocadero with Sarah Dougher, Cynthia G. Mason and Kara Lafty (ex-The Jane Anchor) and has been a dedicated supporter of the female music community ever since, despite a few needed hiatuses along the way. Sugar Town has two upcoming shows at its homestead Tritone: The Halloween Show on October 30 with The Midnight Beat, Workhorse III, The Tulanes, Death Rattle (featuring members of Fluid’s monthly queer-punk night Finger Banger) and DJ Nattie Ice and November 6 with Amy Klein (of Titus Andronicus, Solanin, and Hilli), Sara Marcus, Bells Bells Bells, and Attia Taylor. Recently, The Deli had a chance to chat with Sherr about Sugar Town’s inner workings, the state of woman in music, and how her event is helping close the musical gender gap. You can check out her thought-provoking perspective here. (Photo by John Donges)
 
Chicago

CD of the Month: King Sparrow

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King Sparrow has a new self-record that will be released on October 15th in conjunction with a release show at Schubas with Pet Lions and This Is Versailles. The album was recorded and produced by Brian Zieske of Gallery of Carpet. The end product has such a warm and balanced sound. It kicks off with the energetic track "Resonator" which is complete with guitar solo and driving drums.

The pace doesn’t slow with blue-collar anthem "Conveyor Belt". "You give up to on, You get up to get off." It’s the perfect 5pm rush hour track. However, my favorite track on the twelve track album is "Leave it All Behind". It is the song on the album that adds a refreshing dose of acoustic contrast and it shows that the band can slow things down when they need to. It is also a beauty love song without any bitterness or trickery. The album is filled with great lyrics, inventive instrumentation, and layers of warmth and energy.

NYC

The Golden Filter, Boy Crisis, Body Language play Highline on 10.19.

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Interesting electronic bill at the Highline Ballroom on 10.19 involving 3 NYC bands. As we already covered Boy Crisis‘ super catchy disco-pop and Body Language‘s post-pop (yeah, forging new genres is fun!), we’ll focus on The Golden Filter‘s… uhm… mystic-tronica? This duo, which released their debut CD "Voluspa" earlier this year, plays sparse but edgy dance music tied together by ethereal female melodies. The tunes’ dark aura (reminiscent of New Order and other progressive electronic acts,) the mysticism of the lyrics, and their overall visual approach (centered around a exotic imagery like the desert, the sea, and assorted symbolism) seem to justify our genre neologism. Dancing, afterall, can be a mystical experience. After the BMI/Spin sponsored show at Highline Ballroom the band will open for UK funk-tronica masters UNKLE at Webster Hall on 10.23.

Austin

From the Open Blog: Box of Baby Birds!

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The new Box of Baby Birds single has been released for free download by Chicago’s Candy Dinner Label. "Crown of Bees" is the third and latest release from the Chicago/Austin group Box of Baby Birds, and the first to see the band performing as a whole. The title track was recorded live in the studio just before James’ move to Austin and serves as a document of the Chicago ensemble’s energy and work over the last 4 years. In contrast, Side B features a cross-country trio aided by internet file transfers.

NYC

Center Divider play Deli CMJ show at The Delancey (Ground Floor) on 10.19

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Sparse to the point of flirting with silence, or plodding on top of groove-less drums, all Center Divider’s songs have a very distinct signature in their pace. When in this sonic scenario the band introduces simple string or brass drones, or slow plucked parts, magic happens – see the song “Madam S”. The lead singer’s dark vocals, reminiscent of Leonard Cohen and Morphine, are full of confidence and drowned in feelings (that perfectly suit the music) like acceptance and moderate hope. The band is scheduled to play the Tuesday 19 Deli CMJ party upstairs at The Delancey with Waking Lights, Mama Bear and Pearl and the Beard among others.

NYC

The Woody Guthrie of Raunchy: Cock Lorge – live at Mercury on 10.13

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Every Cock Lorge song is guaranteed to be as raunchy as Woody Guthrie is political. This reminds us what folk music’s all about: singing what the man tells you not to, or in this case what your mom tells you not to. It’s fresh to hear music that doesn’t take itself too seriously and invites all it’s friends to play on the record. “The Leading Role,” a second release from Cock Lorge, is mostly a review of winners from their first album, “Rise.” The band forges their musical empire at Piano’s “Thank Cock It’s Friday” variety show every first Friday of the month. For a change of scenery, Cock Lorge will be hitting The Mercury Lounge on October 13. – Jenny Luczak

Chicago

The Opus The Save me Gallery

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The Opus has released a free digital ep that features six very different remixes of their track "Save Me". The ep features remixes from Radius, Crushcon7, and The Opus among others. My favorite remix is the Void Pedal with its dense beats and orchestral overtones. The Opus has been prolific in 2010 releasing two eps and two full-length albums in addition to several remixes.

<a href="http://theopus.bandcamp.com/album/the-save-me-gallery">THE SAVE ME GALLERY by the OPUS</a>

Philadelphia

Making Time Showin’ Some Hometown Love w/The Spooks Oct. 22!

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We are already looking forward to the next Making Time on Oct. 22 with Surfer Blood and The Drums, which is certainly rad enough. But besides seriously bringing some of the hottest national/international acts in music to Philly, Making Time will also start hosting some of their favorite local artists in the Ruby Lounge basement of Voyeur. Bravo! It simply just makes sense with all the amazing homegrown and transplanted local artists popping up in our music community (and the lack of opening slots on the more high-profile shows because of tour package deals). The Spooks will be the special guest of this inaugural occasion. Grab your tix early because you know what happened last time! – The Deli Staff
 
San Francisco

The Deli SF’s Weekend Highlights For 10/7-10/10

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A quick look at the calender sees several shows of note for this coming weekend. Here are a few selections for your perusal.

This Thursday see former Artists of the Month Foolproof Four out in Berkeley at the Starry Plough, 8pm.

Friday head over to Sub-Mission for a jam-packed line-up and the brooding sounds of Dandelion War with Commissure, Clarissa Explains It All, Adventure Playground, and Not To Reason Why, 9pm.

On Saturday, at Bottom of the Hill, Felsen will be celebrating their CD release show with Bird by Bird, Kindness and Lies, and Scene of Action, 8:30pm.

Close out your weekend on Sunday with Hunx and His Punx, at the Rickshaw, alongside Shannon & the Clams and Mark Sultan (BBQ), 8pm.

Enjoy your weekend and see you next week for a "what to see if you’re not going to Treasure Island" edition of selections.

 

–Ada Lann