New England

The Deadly Gentlemen at Lizard Lounge 7/10

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The Deadly Gentlemen, Greg Liszt’s latest project after Crooked Still, are pumping out some seriously fun, politically charged folk tunes. Every member of this new-grass outfit knows their instruments in and out, which lets them go nuts on their innovative solos. Politics aside, they know how to have foot stomping good time, and there’s nothing more fitting than seeing a Deadly Gentlemen at a pub show.  Their new single, “Bored of the Raging,” suggests a change in the band’s attitude on the upcoming album, but I trust these guys not to disappoint. The Gentlemen’s are releasing their new album, "Roll Me, Tumble Me" on July 9th. Their earlier release, Carry Me to Home, can be purchased on their Bandcamp. (Paul Jordan Talbot) 

NYC

Niall Connolly lands 2 month Friday Residency at Rockwood

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A pillar of the NYC folk scene, Cork born Niall Connolly landed a Friday residency at Rockwood Music Hall which began on June 7th and will extend for not one but two months until July 19th. Recently returned from a series of gigs in Europe, Connolly released his 6th album in March, which combine his signature quality lyrics with soaring melodies and high energy delivery. See the video for single ‘Samurai’ below, and don’t miss the opportunity to see him live at Rockwood in the next couple of months.

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Philadelphia

Ton-Taun Ready to Impress at Silk City June 11

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Ton-Taun impressed our writers from other Deli cities when they appeared in the Open Submission phase of our most recent year-end poll, and continued on to become the runner-up in the Fans’/Readers’ segment. The former Lancaster outfit now based in Philly put out their latest release Get Well in November 2012, which is certainly deserved of a listen to if you haven’t already or a revisit. Ton-Taun will be performing tonight at Silk City alongside Deli favorites The Districts and Grammy-nominated artist Ben O’Neill. Silk City, 435 Spring Garden St., 9pm, $7, 21+ – H.M. Kauffman

Philadelphia

Tuesday Tune-Out w/Kite Party & Three Man Cannon at PhilaMOCA June 11

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This month’s Tuesday Tune-Out at PhilaMOCA is curated by the hard-working DIY promoters The Guild. This evening’s show will feature acoustic sets by Kite Party and Three Man Cannon. The former released the LP Baseball Season in 2011, which got the reissue treatment last year on vinyl via Animal Style Records. The latter consists of members from Tigers Jaw, who announced earlier this year that they’ll be disbanding after their U.S. summer tour. Three Man Cannon most recently dropped a split effort in February with Lee Corey Oswald that is a joint release from Black With Sap and Stereophondon Records. I hear that tonight’s movie is a tossup between The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou and Joe Dirt, which are both good flicks and definitely worth sticking around for after the band performances. PhilaMOCA, 531 N. 12th St., 8pm, $5, All Ages – Alexis V. 
 
NYC

NYC folk rockers Porches travel to Europe

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It’s a good thing that Porches.‘ name is in plural form, as there are two distinct sides of this New York based band – recorded one and the live experience. On record, lead singer/songwriter, Aaron Maine makes music that flows as organically as water in a stream. With the jangly tone of his Danelectro re-issue paired with his 20-something baritone voice, Maine transcends musical boundaries that many of his contemporaries would never dare cross. Without fear of being labeled unoriginal, Maine’s approach is simple: pairing relatable, crushing lyrics about cigarettes and sweaty summer nights with some of the most satisfying minor to major chord changes in the “indie” scene to date. On more recent recordings and on tour, Maine is joined by members of the seemingly-everevolving outfit of Porches, including singer/bass player Greta Kline. When Kline and Maine harmonize, they make us yearn for a youth we never had. Porches songs are not all sweet and tame as they might appear on record. The energy expelled at a single Porches show is enough to power a small town or hamlet for at least a week. After playing Shea Stadium last week the band will travel to Europe for a few dates. – Sam Kogon (photo by Heather Craig)

NYC

Horns and winds’ indie revenge: Bad Credit No Credit

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Everyone knows a sexy guitar or bass line when they hear one right? But what about sexy horns and winds? Bad Credit No Credit – one of the more suprising acts to see around NYC – take full advantage of the seductive abilities of trumpet, sax, flute and even clarinet in their latest EP ‘The Whole Buffalo.’ The alt-rock mess leads with a maddening trumpet solo in ‘Rock Hudson’t Wristwatch,’ and things keep blazing from there, moving from a punk-driven insanity in ‘Shit Hits The Fan,’ to quieter moments in my favorite track, ‘Vampyre Song’ (streaming below). This band gives some under appreciated instruments their long-awaited place in front of a rock stage, along with theatrical (in a punky way) screaming female vocals. – Mike Levine (@Goldnuggets)

NYC

Seen at The Deli’s B.E.A.F.: Beast Patrol

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At a packed Cameo Gallery, Beast Patrol headlined on Saturday the Alt Rock stage of our Best of NYC Emerging Artists Fest 2013 (also known as The NYC B.E.A.F.), sharing the stage with Apollo Run, Seasick Mama, Teen Girl Scientist Monthly and Vuvuzela). Fronted by Vanessa Bley on vocals and guitar, the trio performs with confidence and precision songs that marry open melodies, rock’n’roll punch, and a dark and tense undercurrent. The band’s video for Disbeliever created a remarkable buzz last year, while the one for "Plaster" (streaming below) confirmed this band’s potential. With an appeal reminiscent of bands like The Pretenders and late Eurythmics, this is a group that has the potential to be enjoyed by many.

Beast Patrol will perform at Northside on Thursday 06.13 at 2 pm during BMI’s Creators Kickoff luncheon at Mable’s Smokehouse.

San Francisco

Gypsy Indie Band, Stages of Sleep has Released a New Single – The Dining Dead

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Six piece, San Francisco based indie gypsy rock band, Stages of Sleep is releasing debut album after a tedious and drawn out musicial process of completing their 2013 effort, Carousel. Stages of Sleep’s new album is well produced and creatively pop oriented. The music is touching and the band’s compositional talent and musicianship is admirable.

You can listen to Carousel’s title track below.

San Francisco

SF Based Record Label Prepares to Release New Blaze Foley Album

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We’re excited to announce that San Francisco based folk/country record label, Secret Sevens Records is releasing a new album from the late country hero, Blaze Foley. Foley, who died in 1989 and influnced iconic musicians like Townes Van Zandt and Lucinda Williams, recorded this forthcoming album entitled, Cold Cold World with his band The Beaver Valley Band between 1979 and 1980.

Secret Sevens Records will be releasing this album in July 2013. In the meantime, you can hear the title track Cold Cold World right here at The Deli San Francisco!

Philadelphia

Eraserhood Forever (And Ever) on July 12 at PhilaMOCA!

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The good folks at PhilaMOCA just announce their second annual celebration of the Eraserhood and David Lynch with Eraserhood Forever (And Ever). The variety show will be happening on Friday, July 12 at the multipurpose DIY art space, and will include performances by Philly’s own Weird Hot, Pittsburgh-based orchestral ensemble Silencio, and Lynch-themed burlesque with Miss Rose and friends. There will also be a world premiere screening of the PhilaMOCA-created short film, Eraserhood Forever, a portrait of the rapidly evolving neighborhood. The evening will be hosted by Ben Velvet (Paul Triggiani from Secret Pants). Make sure to grab your tix early because last year’s event was way sold out!