New Music, Emerging from your Local Scene
Better known as the frontman of Eagles of Death Metal, Jesse “The Devil” Hughes is now hosting his own raunchy party under his own moniker, Boots Electric. What doesn’t change about this testosterone-fueled frolic is a straight on desire to deliver pure, unadulterated fun without taking itself too seriously. The video for “Boots Electric Theme” is crammed with all kinds of excesses – more film references than a quick Netflix browse, heaps of comedic sexual innuendo and, last but not least, a bad ass mustache. Honkey Kong, his first solo output, will be released via Dangerbird Records on September 20th.
On top of being voted DC Deli’s August Band of the Month, the alternative trio Atlas recently released a dope music video for the track “Shotgun” from their recently recorded demo currently making circulation. So we wanted to know more about what they are all about. EJ Morgan (Guitar/Vocals), Andrew Vilar (Bass/Vocals), and John Schaffer (Drums) have collectively come together to spill it on alternative inspiration, a chaotic high school performance, and the ‘tons’ to come in the future. Full interview here…
Catch Atlas live at the Velvet Lounge on Wednesday Sept. 7, and check out the video for "Shotgun" below!
Tha Boogie adds their visual and vocal spin to Os Mutantes’ "Panis et Circensis" for the Red Hot + Rio 2 compilation, which features various gifted artists such as John Legend, Quadron, Alice, Smith, Aloe Blacc, Beirut and many others. The proceeds from the compilation goes to AIDS research. Red Hot Organization (RHO) is a not-for-profit international organization dedicated to fighting AIDS through pop culture. The Red Hot + Rio 2 compilation is currently available on iTunes. – Nicole Dawley
For some reason, it’s not weird to start the first weekend of September off with geezer werewolves, guns, and zombies. Well, at least, not where Mercury Radio Theater is concerned. The Philly trio, whose music can be best described as a ’50s sci-fi flick turned ravenous, will take over Johnny Brenda’s tonight for their Kilroy record release show. The third episode in their "Monster Trilogy," Kilroy tells the story of a "geriatric werewolf, an old-folks home and a handgun" in blasts of geeked-out rampageous rockabilly, jazz-punk and prog-infused instrumentals. And if you’ve followed Mercury Radio Theater’s career over the past few years, you know that their album release shindig will be anything but mediocre–in addition to playing Kilroy, the band plans on scooping up former MRT members to play their "lost episode," "Manhattan Zombie Massacre," while Miss Rose provides some sultry burlesque between all the madness. mewithoutYou‘s Greg Jehanian and his side project, Geology, will also add their sound to the foray. Johnny Brenda’s, 1201 Frankford Ave., 8pm, $10, 21+ – Annamarya Scaccia
If you’re looking to hold on to that last bit of summer, then you probably want to head over to a block party. The Lot Party: Music Fusion/Block Party is going on all day today, and for five bucks you’ll get two free beers as well as access to water fights, skate ramps, moon bounce, pools, contests, food (tentative), and drinks. There will also be performances by one of our favorite young hip hop crews Ground Up, Cody Kahmar, and Paris Artelli as well as DJs like Sega, Uncle Ron, Damage and many others spinning throughout the day. So here’s your chance to keep what has already been a great summer of parties going! The Lot Party: Music Fusion/Block Party, (17th & Diamond St.), Block 1pm – 6:30pm & Music Fusion 7pm – ?, $5, All Ages – H.M. Kauffman
American Darlings comprised of Jason Maksymilian (guitars, vocals), John Alexander (bass), and Daniel Vincent (drums), produce delightful garage rock that can be found on their two EP’s, aptly titled “American Darlings EP” and “American Darlings Second EP.” On their first, “Kimchee Princess” radiates feel-good vibes with cheerful modulations, while “Bender” is a waltzing love song, and “Divide” channels a grungier edge. “Million” begins American Darlings’ second EP with a weighty guitar jam which transitions quickly to a coasting jingle. “Stella’s” happy-go-lucky hi-hat ticks and romantic choruses change directions with the tenser and more somber melodies of EP-ender, “Replace.” American Darlings demonstrate that upbeat has many dimensions. – read Meijin Bruttomesso’s Q&A with the band here.
The garage rock inspired, in-your-face pounding X-Ray Eyeball recently opened up for Cat Power at Webster Hall and is scheduled to warm up the stage for The Black Lips at the end of October. To top it off, their 7” hit “Sundae” was just made available for fans through the Seattle based independent label Hardly Art. The group holds a timeless rock feel mixed with a tendency to apply distortion to anything that makes a sound. Also, their leather jackets and "don’t mess with me" attitude are proven winners in this mad rock’n’roll world. You can catch their newest line-up consisting of Lizzah Lohse (guitar/keys), Carly Rabalais (bass/vocals), O.J. San Felipe (guitar/vocals) and Sarah Baldwin (drums) on September 2 (tonight) at Death By Audio in Williamsburg. – Kristen Ferreira
On Labor Day NYC Hip Hop lovers who will be staying in town may want to head to the Mercury Lounge to check out two local acts who are trying to redefine the sound of Hip Hop. Deatthrow Tull (video below) mixes beats and rap rhymes with a indie/electro musical sensibility, and has recently also performed as an acoustic band – a concept quite foreign to the Hip Hop genre (see video here). The guys in New World Side Order (in the picture, getting ready for Irene) definitely like to experiment with their samples, with a preference for dark/bordering apocalyptic atmospheres – a perfect backdrop to their politically charged lyrics. Aceyalone and Riddlore and MC Homeless will round up the bill.
