Pixie Brooklynite Danielle Johnson – better known as Danz – began cutting music little over a year ago under the moniker Computer Magic, but has already garnered some encouraging write ups, an enthusiastic fan base and a sturdy collection of tracks, all of which she’s made freely available online. Despite not charging for her music, the 21 year old’s vintage synth pop style already sounds fully formed. The arrangements bounce along efficiently, with Danz’s gentle voice cooing out the sweet melodies with candid optimism. In fact, there’s not yet a dud among her growing portfolio, which could easily fill a double album. A DJ, graphic designer and blogger to boot, you get the sense that this super-gifted Hunter College kid can do whatever she puts her mind to. Check out this new video and come to see her live at The Deli’s CMJ electronic stage at The Delancey on Tuesday October 18 with Psychobuildings, Pretty Good Dance Moves, Caged Animals and other awesome NYC electronic artists. – Dean Van Nguyen
Win a Pair of Tix to the Blood Feathers Show This Friday to Celebrate JB’s 5 Year Anniversary!
We are very happy to be giving away a pair of tickets for this Friday night’s Blood Feathers show with Like A Fox & Matthew O’Neill at one of our favorite venues in Philly, Johnny Brenda’s! This event is part of their 5 Year Anniversary Celebration as a music venue. All you have to do is send us an email at thedelimagazinephiladelphia@gmail.com with the subject line “Thanks JB’s!” We’ll also be tweeting this so if you retweet it, you’ll also have an opportunity to win (just make sure that you are following us so we’ll be able to DM you). Good luck!
FREE Vice/Vitamin Water Uncapped Live w/Reading Rainbow, The Homophones, and Cat Vet at JB’s Sept. 28
Finally, tonight at Johnny Brenda’s is the rescheduled date for the Vice/Vitamin Water Uncapped Live showcase with Reading Rainbow, The Homophones, and Cat Vet that was curated by The Raveonettes. It’s FREE and so will be the drinks provided by Sailor Jerry Spiced Rum. All you need to do is RSVP HERE. You really have no excuses so we look forward to seeing you there!
Get your dream on at DBA on 10.06: DIVE, Spanish Prisoners, Caged Animals and Quiet Lights
Not be outdone by his drummer Tommy Gardner’s own awesome EP as Crush, Beach Fossils guitarist Cole Smith’s new band DIVE is an even more washy and atmospheric group than anything the Fossils have given us yet. Dive’s new single ‘Sometime’ is as catchy as it is haunting. Complete with moody guitars that only hit one string at a time, it’s Beach Fossils on a rainy afternoon. The song will be released as a single October 7 on Captured Tracks. They’ll be playing one of their first shows at Death By Audio next month, supporting Spanish Prisoners at the CD release party for their dreamy self-released full-length Gold Fools. See the show next Thursday October 6 with Caged Animals and Quiet Lights and look out for Dive’s EP to follow this December. – Mike Levine (@goldnuggets)
New Performance Video: “3 Track Session” (Bowlegs) – The War on Drugs & Winter Tour Dates
New Release: Extra Classic’s ‘Your Light Like White Lightning, Your Light Like a Laser Beam’
SF’s Extra Classic takes retro recording to a new level on its latest LP Your Light Like White Lightning, Your Light Like A Laser Beam. The analog, dub-inspired project of Adrianne Verhoeven and Alex deLanda, Extra Classic recorded its new album on an 8-track with vintage recording equipment from the 60’s and 70’s. Stream the entire album here and don’t miss the vintage soul fun at the band’s release show on October 26 at the Make Out Room, along with King Tuff.
SoundLand – The Black Belles, Those Darlins, JEFF, 9/24/11
There was a lot of rocking girly action going on late in the evening at the Neuhoff Factory Party Stage on Saturday. The Black Belles, Those Darlins and JEFF the Brotherhood were among those who closed the night, and SoundLand, with three killer sets on a secluded hill near 1st.
After seeing this dark quartet play, November seems like a long time to wait for The Black Belles’ self-titled debut, though we were repeatedly reminded that we could purchase their 7” in the “big yellow truck” from Third Man Records parked near the stage. These gothy fledglings, who’ve been taken under Jack White’s wing, are like four Elviras covering The White Stripes – they’ve got the same gritty guitar and spare thunderous drums of the late duo, adding in their own foreboding bass and vampire-ish keys.
Those Darlins know how to get an audience high – using some combination of white-trashed-out cowpunk, bits of ’60s and ’80s pop, backwoods vocal twang, imperfectly skilled musicianship, a genuine interest in the audience, and miles and miles of enthusiasm. In a flashy gold sequined one-piece, kinda-frontlady Jessi Darlin (all three ladies and gent share vocals) tramped around the stage, abusing her guitar and staring wide-eyed into the faces of the crowd in the entrancing “Mystic Mind” from Screws Get Loose. The set included the title track as well as others from their sophomore record like “Waste Away,” “Fatty Needs A Fix” and “Be Your Bro.”
The catching favorite “Red Light Love” from their debut weaseled in also, along with a revving new song “Burn Me Up” and some sexy “Shakin” delivered by Nikki. Two free 7”s made their way into fans’ hands that night; one made an aerial landing from Jessi’s hand into the crowd, and the other, she announced, would be given to whomever acted the craziest through the following song (it turned out to be a guy dancing on the shoulders of his buddy with arms outstretched). All were down-to-earth, charismatic and incredibly into their performance.
When JEFF went on to wrap up the night, the usual pushing, shoving, stage diving and beer sloshing ensued among the typical assortment of JEFF fans – a delightfully diverse mix of hipsters, bros and older, average dudes. It could have a lot to do with the atmosphere, but there just isn’t a bad JEFF song. They pulled from Heavy Days and We Are The Champions – neither record has become worn – and whipped out a prolonged new number that featured an awesome drum solo from Jamin. Part Two happened at the after party. – Jessica Pace
Ooh La L..A. Festival at El Rey Theatre 9.29 – 10.1
France comes to LA for a weekend at the Ooh La L.A. Festival this Thursday through Saturday at the gorgeous El Rey Theatre. Saving you a whole bunch in plane tickets to Paris, you can just make the quick venture over to the venue to see some of the hottest French acts of Today. Thursday night will include an exclusive music entitled "Nouvelle Vague performs Dawn of Innocence" performed by Nouvelle Vague and directed by Jean Charles de Castelbac. Also on the roster is Hugh Coltman, an English folk singer who has gained much popularity in France. Friday features popular band Tinariwen and Moroccan folk singer Hindi Zahra. Saturday rings in October with a bang of electronic proportions. Bring your dance shoes over to the El Rey and jam out to the sounds of Chateau Marmont, Feadz, DJ Cam and Birdy Nam Nam. Bringing their own style of European dance music, they’re all sure to provide us with a good night. The event itself is sponsored by the Consulate General of France and Cultural Services of the French Embassy of LA, so it’s legit. Grab your buddies and come out to at least one night, if not all three! Tickets are $30 on Thursday and Friday and $25 on Saturday. Save a little extra and buy a 3-day pass for $75. À bientôt!
Cave “Neverendless”
Drag City, Gonzo Chicago, and Cave came together to create a very cool live video for their track "Neverendless"
Cave is performing at The Hideout with Chandeliers on Oct. 15th.
Recap and Photos: POPPED! Fest
