New England

Vundabar’s Antics Sure to Captivate Listeners

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Picture a wave crashing on a beach and knocking over a bunch of people who are in a giant mosh pit. That’s the image that came to mind (or my mind, at least) when I first heard Vundabar’s Antics. Their sound is unique–a mix West Coast surf-rock and New England punk, which makes some sense I suppose, given that the band is from Massachusetts.

The two most interesting things I found with this band are that there are only two members (guitar and drums) and that their record sounds so tight, especially given that this is their first release. The whole record has a very “live” feel–like the whole thing was recorded at a show. I’m very impressed that all of the songs were able to remain so cohesive while achieving this raw, open sound.

The band just finished up a two-week tour, but look for them in September at the Allston Village Street Fair on the 22nd. In the meantime, head on over to their bandcamp page and give Antics a listen.

 -Dan McMahon (@dmcmhn)

 

  

Portland

PDX Pop Now! Festival 7.19 – 7.21

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This weekend the fantastic PDX Pop Now! festival celebrates it’s tenth anniversary with three days of free local music starting on Friday afternoon and ending late Sunday night. Music enthusiasts of all ages are invited to join 45 of our city’s most electrifying acts on two outdoor stages for one of the best representations of our city’s diverse and extensive music scene. The weekend will include sets by Y La Bamba, The Woolen Men, Genders, and Sons of Huns among many others. There will be a rigsketball tournament in the parking lot, an activity area, food court and a street fair to accompany the festival. All that for free? You really have no good reason not to check this out. Like A Villain kicks off the festival Friday at 6pm, get to the Eastbank Lot at the corner off SE Water and SE Salmon to enjoy all of the weekend’s festivities. – Benjamin Toledo

PDX Pop Now! 2013 Festival Lineup from pdxpopnow! on Vimeo.

NYC

Miniboone announces debut full length + plays Cake Shop on 07.20

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The musical acts turnover rate is so high in the NYC scene that sometimes a band that’s been around for a couple of years almost feels like old news to us – and that’s when we find out they are about to release their DEBUT album!

Such is the case of MiniBoone, which we covered quite a bit in the past, and that is now due for some extra press. These guys’ 2011 driven pop single "Man/Woman" – combined to their exuberant live show – got a lot of bloggers excited at the time, and was featured in their third EP ‘On MiniBoone Mountain.’ The new single "I Could, I Could," an excerpt from the upcoming, self titled release on Ernest Jenning Record, reveals a band still motivated to make the world party to the notes of their uplifting but still raw pop-rock, between semi-spoken verses a’ la Cake, harmonies reminiscent of The Beach Boys, and choruses that are as rocking as they are quirky. See the band live at Cake Shop on July 20.

We added this song to The Deli’s playlist of Best songs by emerging NYC artists – check it out!

NYC

North Highlands releases “I’ll Do My Best” 7″ + plays Glasslands on August 10

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We thoroughly enjoyed North Highland‘s 2011 debut album, and were eager to hear news about the band – we were disappointed to see them cancel a couple of NYC shows early this year, which triggered worries about the future of the band. We are therefore relieved to hear that the band, while working on the sophomore album, are releasing a 7" whose A side (entitled "I’ll Do My Best") is streamiing below. If you are a fan don’t miss North Highlands at Glasslands on August 10.

Philadelphia

Free Download: Philadelphia Maneto – Various Philly Artists

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Check out the dance-tastic locals only compilation from indie label Young Robots entitled Philadelphia Maneto! It features tracks from Deli faves Instamatic, Nicos Gun, Pink Skull and so much more. You can stream and download the release below. There will also be a celebration for it this Thursday, July 18 at Race Street Pier with performances by some of the contributing artists as well as an after-party. Enjoy!

NYC

Ticket Giveaway: Black Clouds w/ Shark Week, Warchild, Typefighter & More @ 9:30 Club 7/27

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The DC Party Action Committee Council is busting out the hugest line-up of the summer to hit the 9:30 stage Saturday 7/27 featuring some of DC’s finest. Instrumental giants of loud ambient indie-rock Black Clouds will headline with their and bring forth the sounds from their LP Everything Is Not Going To Be Ok (check it out below,) available now on vinyl! DC Deli’s Band of the Year Shark Week joins them to celebrate their upcoming release Santurce that will be available on vinyl and iTunes on 7/30! Thrash-metal Warchild has laid out that this will be their last show ever, so don’t miss their set or you’ll regret it forever. Rock & rollers Typefighter just graced the Fort Reno stage, so now see them with some air conditioning rolling through as they belt out tracks from their EP discography. True Head will rep the night with classic head bobbing DC 90s vibes, while NoVa’s Highway Cross kicks the set off with hardcore punk from their latest release Run Dry. If that’s not enough, Blackout DJs will be there too!

The 9:30 Club wants to make sure that you are there, so we’ve teamed up with them to give one lucky Deli reader 2 spots on the guestlist! All you have to do is email us by 3 PM on 7/18 and tell us your favorite local band. Please include your first and last name for guest list requirements. The winner will be emailed back. Tickets are still for sale here.

NYC

Singing the Soul in NYC: Emily King

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I think if Marvin Gaye was born of the fairer sex, he may have come out singing somewhat like soul singer Emily King. A woman that can weave the hidden sweetness of pain into an irresistible set of soul jams, her EP ‘Seven’ and last year’s ‘Ordinary Heart’ are the perfect challenge to any cloudy day. Emily’s jams reveal life’s difficulties, while challenging things to work themselves out to her sweet grooves. Check her site for more dates to be announced soon. – Mike Levine (@Goldnuggets

Philadelphia

New Video: “Heart in a Mousetrap” (Live at Aloft Hotels) – Toy Soldiers

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Paste Magazine‘s Live at Aloft Hotels series just posted their session with Philly’s own Toy Soldiers, which was recorded in Washington D.C. and can be viewed HERE. It is a performance of the song "Heart in a Mousetrap" from their EP Tell The Teller. The guys are currently gearing up for the release of their forthcoming album The Maybe Boys, and they’ll be celebrating its arrival on September 13 at Johnny Brenda’s. However, if you can’t wait that long to see them, the band will also be performing at this year’s 52nd Annual Philly Folk Fest coming up in August.

Philadelphia

Tuesday Tune-Out w/Buffalo Stance Opening for Ryan Power at PhilaMOCA July 16

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This evening’s Tuesday Tune-Out at PhilaMOCA continues to be curated by independent promoters/musicians Brendan Mulvihill and Andy Molholt. Invited this evening to perform will be Buffalo Stance, the project from Man Man’s funky Moog synth maestro Jamey Robinson. Whether playing alone or with his talented community of musician friends, Robinson always lays down some sweet grooves intermingled with his oddball pop stylings. He’ll be opening for Burlington, VT import Ryan Power, who will also be celebrating the release of his new album Identity Picks (NNA Tapes). Following the performances, there will be a screening of the 1971 classic and less creepy version of Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory. Come out and feel like a child again! PhilaMOCA, 531 N. 12th St., 8pm, $5, All Ages – H.M. Kauffman

NYC

Heaven unveils ‘Thelepathic Love’ + release party at Mercury on 08.01

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There is a transcendent quality to Brooklyn based Heaven’s latest single “Telepathic Love” – title-track of the psych rock trio’s upcoming album. What sounds like a toy piano serves as the dominant hook, but there is so much more going on. Matt Sumrow’s soft yet sandpapery vocals immediately grab your attention, weaving imagery about having seen “the ugly and the beautiful,” and simply trying to “figure it all out.” Ryan Lee Dunlap adds seamless tandem vocals evoking the 1960’s era style of The Everly Brothers as well as more recent artists like The Raveonettes. There’s a powerful backbeat running throughout, courtesy of master sticksman Mikey Jones, which deftly rides under the more-sophisticated-than-you-initially-think chord progression. “There’s a bridge down telepathic love – the only way to show you” becomes the ultimate resolution of faith and wonder. The full ‘Telepathic Love’ album is set for release on July 30th with a summer tour to support it. A record release party is scheduled for August 1 at The Mercury Lounge. – Dave Cromwell

We added this song to The Deli’s playlist of Best Psych songs by emerging NYC artists – check it out!

NYC

Politically charged Hip Hop from Brooklyn – Rilgood

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New music from Brooklyn’s own Rilgood. The song "Corruptor" is New School Boom-Bap Rap produced by Kechphrase. This song will appear on the mixtape "Kingdom" out summer 13′. The song is inspired by the corruption going on for years in Rilgood’s native country Nigeria. Rilgood wears the hat of the corruptor and cuts through this Jazzy sampled back drop with some menacing bars. The song is a balance of intellect and swagger. Check out also the artist’s most popular song "God Bless America." – Jack McGovern

This band submitted their music for coverage here.

Chicago

Nathan Xander Returns!

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Nathan Xander was a fixture in the Chicago for many years, but left in 2011 for New York. Last fall he released a new self-titled full-length album and is touring this summer in support.

You can catch Nathan with Old Fashioned War and Ty Maxon on July 28th at Schubas and at Tonic Room on August 3rd.