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On The Beat with Lennon Bone

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(Photo by Redwall Photography)

This week’s On The Beat features Lennon Bone of Ha Ha Tonka, a band born in the Ozarks that has gained considerable buzz around the nation. Lennon tells us about his touring schedule in the US and soon, Europe, as well as his solo career and his KC record label Sharp County Records. Catch the beat right here!

On The Beat is typically brought to you by Sergio Moreno, but has been overtaken this week by drummer and The Deli – Kansas City editor-in-chief Michelle Bacon. This weekly interview features some of the many talented drummers in the area.

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New to the NYC scene: Earthquake Lights

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Indie roots-rock group Earthquake Lights is playing two NYC shows this month at Cake Shop on September 9 and at The Living Room (literally next door) on September 28. Earthquake Lights, who debuted their album "Bangups and Hangups" in February, are preparing to release their next single, along with announcing several new shows for the fall. – (as posted in The Deli’s Open Blog – post your band’s entries, videos, and Mp3s here). The Deli’s NYC Open Blog is powered by The Music Building.

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From the NYC Open Blog: The Tablets – CD release party on 10.11

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Brooklyn’s The Tablets are releasing their long awaited, independently produced debut LP, and the preview is receiving some serious loving from the blogosphere! Remezcla says: "Brooklyn-based The Tablets make lo-fi synthesized dreampop for lovers. Enjoy the lyrically creative and smooth electro synth melodies". The Majestic Show says: "The Tablets is a perfect example of the spirit of indie music. With a blend of toy drums, garage rock vibes, and pop prowess, you will find yourself coming back to these tunes again and again" Stream their single single "Tablets" below and don’t miss their release party @ Matchless, on October 11 with Live Footage, Kntrlr, Dead Sexy Sheila and DJ Volvox (Moon II). – (as posted in The Deli’s Open Blog – post your band’s entries, videos, and Mp3s here). The Deli’s NYC Open Blog is powered by The Music Building.

Philadelphia

Purling Hiss Announce Initial Dates for Fall Tour

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Purling Hiss recently announced the initial dates of their fall tour. It will open with a hometown performance at Union Transfer supporting Mission of Burma. They’ll also be spending time on with Dinosaur Jr., R. Stevie Moore and Woods. You can check out their schedule below with more dates to come. (Photo by Tim Bugbee)

Purling Hiss Fall Tour Dates:
09/07 – Philadelphia, PA  @ Union Transfer w/Mission of Burma
09/08 – Washington, D.C. @ The Black Cat w/Mission of Burma
09/27 – Detroit, MI @ St. Andrew’s Hall w/Dinosaur Jr.
09/28 – Cincinnati, OH @ Midpoint Music Festival w/Dinosaur Jr.
09/29 – Champaign, IL @ Pygmalion Music Festival w/Dinosaur Jr.
09/30 – St. Louis, MO @ Off Broadway w/R. Stevie Moore                  
10/04 – Chicago, IL @ Subterranean w/Woods
10/05 – Madison, WI @ Der Rathskellar at Memorial Union w/Woods
10/06 – St. Paul, MN @ Turf Club w/Woods
10/07 – Iowa City, IA @ The Mill w/Woods
10/09 – Columbus, OH @ Bourbon St.
10/10 – Pittsburgh, PA @ Brillobox
11/02 – Boston, MA @ Boston Hassle Festival
11/03 – Brooklyn, NY @ Music Hall of Williamsburg w/Woods & Widowspeak
 
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Be on her side: Hannah VS. The Many

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The key’s in the name. Hannah VS. The Many. Not Hannah AND The Many… You wouldn’t want to be part of the "Many" Hannah Fairchild’s ferociously taking down – track by track. You know that old cliche ‘what doesn’t kill you makes you stronger’? The various obstacles that stood in Hannah’s way, be they deceitful hipsters or any other failures, sure had their part to play in building up this fierce red-headed woman who ignited Mercury Lounge’s stage last Sunday (9.2). Boy has she got fire in her. At its fastest, the sound of Hannah vs. The Many is some vindictive high-energy punk-folk with celtic undertones. As it simmers down and she sits alone at the keyboard, the room goes silent, and you can feel dramatic tension filling the air. With so far one album to their name (which doesn’t make justice to their live show), an EP set to be released in December and a follow up LP which for now is a work in progress, we should soon be hearing more from this band – stay tuned. – Tracy Mamoun

Philadelphia

Purples Toe the Line at KFN Sept. 5

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Former The Teeth members Peter MoDavis, Brian Ashby, and Jonas Oesterle take the stage tonight at Kung Fu Necktie as their latest incarnation Purples. The band’s sound is a combination of raw power with an eye focused on pop refinement. Ashby’s guitar licks are at times ragged and sinister at others refined and soaring. The vocals toe a similar line between gut-wrenching and harmonious providing the full range of possibilities while giving strength to either cause. Purples appear to hit that balance – the brute force and emotional energy of a garage band with a touch of control and precision. Kung Fu Necktie, 1250 N. Front St., 8pm, $10, 21+ – Michael Colavita

Chicago

Brother George @ Beat Kitchen

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Brother George released their debut full-length album, Big Piney, last month. This is the indie rock band’s follow-up to their February ep, Piney. The band has a clean and catchy sound that will take them far. The band recently performed the addictive lead track from their album, "So Many Arms to Hold Me" at Threadless.

You can catch Brother George at Beat Kitchen on Sept. 8th and at Burlington Bar on Sept 19th.