Deli Readers,

In our latest NYC issue (#33, out on January 10), Brian Chidester’s article about the electric scene in Brooklyn was accidentally (and unfortunately) amputated of a paragraph during production – we’d like to apologize to Brian and to you all, and redirect you to an amended pdf of the entire issue, or to the online version of that same article.

The Deli’s Staff

1939 Ensemble’s intricate compositions and unique arrangement have brought them the most nominations from our local jurors and in doing so awarded them the title of The Deli Portland’s Best Emerging Artist of 2012. Their fluid melodies, dynamic percussion and electronic ambiance entranced listeners over the course of the past year with hypnotic performances and the release of Howl and Bite. The debut showcases their distinct style and experimental drive which is seen through volatile vibraphone leads, blistering drum beats and dissonant background noise. The final results of the poll are posted below. Thanks to everyone involved with the voting process and congratulations to 1939 Ensemble. I hope that 2013 is a paramount year for you. – Benjamin Toledo

ARTIST J W R OS TOT   1 1939 Ensemble 6 1 0.009   7.009 2 Pure Bathing Culture 6   0.003   6.003 3 Onuinu 5 1 0.002   6.002 4 A Happy Death 4   1.5   5.5 5 Eidolons   1 0.070 3 4.07 6 Sons of Huns 4   0.049   4.049 7 Alialujah Choir 3 1 0.017   4.017 8 When the Broken Bow 3   0.065   3.065 9 Nasalrod 3   0.015   3.015 10 And And And 3   0.009   3.009   WL 3   0.009   3.009 12 Reynosa 3   0.008   3.008 13 Aan 3   0.006   3.006   The We Shared Milk 3   0.006   3.006 15 Radiation City 3   0.004   3.004 16 The Woolen Men 3   0.003   3.003 17 Hellokopter 3   0.002   3.002   The Shivas 2 1 0.002   3.002 19 Lost Lander 3   0.001   3.001 20 Brooks Robertson 1   2   3 21 The Mormon Trannys 2   1   3 22 Unicorn Domination   1 0.014 1.5 2.514 23 Catherine Feeny     0.5 2 2.5 24 Appendixes 2   0.045   2.045 25 Fanno Creek 2   0.031   2.031 26 TheGoodSons 2   0.015   2.015 27 The Lower 48     0.004 2 2.004   Hausu 2   0.004   2.004 29 Neakahnie 2   0.003   2.003 30 Nice Shootin’ Tex 2   0.002   2.002 31 Your Rival 2   0.001   2.001 32 Ancient Heat 1   0.50   1.5 33 No More Parachutes 1   0.072   1.072 34 Bloodroot Kids     0.039 1 1.039 35 Shy Girls 1   0.023   1.023 36 Wild Ones 1   0.008   1.008 37 Aviel     0.006 1 1.006 38 Shadows on Stars 1   0.003   1.003 39 Federale 1   0.001   1.001 Legend: J = Jurors, W = Deli Writers, R = Deli Readers, OS = Open Submissions

Who says you can’t insert clever ideas into pop music? Like Ms Mr and Passion Pit before them, the members of Beecher’s Fault are finding a place in pop music for experimental ideas to exist, and find ways to be clever at the same time. It’s immediately evident listening to ‘Misbehavior’ how duo Ben Taylor and Ken Lamken have one foot in pearly pop, while including sonic somersaults to keep your head twirling while your feet are moving. There’s more to Beecher’s Fault than you’ll see from first glance. Check them out when they play Fontana in the LES this Thursday January 24 at 8pm. – Mike Levine (@Goldnuggets)

MaG is doing his thing. He’s made great strides since “Retail.” His style recalls a young Talib Kweli, with a bit more intelligibility. His nonchalance is endearing; it’s like the microphone is his best friend and he’s confiding his innermost thoughts. He’s shooting the shit too, and dreaming, posturing a bit, but not in an offensive way. He wants to have coffee with you, walk down the street with you and point out his favorite landmarks. He’s got secrets, and if you listen close enough, you’ll have them. In a culture hampered by its own exclusivity, MaG is defining a new form of “Freedom.” -=bMC

The MidCoast Takeover fundraiser shows have been announced, with 5 incredible local lineups. Proceeds from each fundraiser will go to the Midwest Music Foundation for the local showcase at SXSW. The showcase will take place from March 13 through 16 at Shangri-La on East 6^th Street, and will include around 40 bands from the Kansas City region. All shows are $10 in advance or at the door. Here is the full lineup: