Below is a new track called "Seize the Day" from Marc Neibauer (formerly of Eat Your Birthday Cake), which closes out his debut LP Don’t Fall Apart that is available for free download HERE. He’ll be celebrating the album’s release this Saturday, August 10 at Prism Brewery in North Wales.
Nashville
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Great Peacock to play The Basement 8.16
Great Peacock is a duo comprised of Blount Floyd and Andrew Nelson. The pair met when they were both new to Nashville, and solidified their best-friendship over a 12-pack of Busch (a frequent catalyst for greatness). From this emerged their self-titled debut EP. Its sweet, traditional folk songs are characterized by vocal harmonies the same caliber of mountain-dwelling epic as the Fleet Foxes. “Desert Lark” is the song that convinced the band that there was something special happening beyond their hobby songwriting and beer drinking. Listen for the slightest taste of ABBA’s "Fernando." Great Peacock plays The Basement August 15th. – Terra James-Jura
L.A.
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Video Dear Boy “Oh So Quiet”
Location may be a relative term, but it’s worth highlighting that Dear Boy wrote their debut EP in Vauxhall, London. They craft the kind of immaculate pop that shoots right to the heart, handled with the kind of building choruses that are pontedly precise yet playful enough to enjoy at any time of the day. Meaning: it’s subtly downcast, but also obviously cheery, and "Oh So Quiet" takes a page straight from New Order at their most streamlined, a tuneful guitar pop cut that’s performed in a warmly affective tone. Their self-titled EP will be released next month, accompanied by a residency at the Bootleg that will run until September 30th.
NYC
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Brooklyn shoegazers Invisible Days release new single + video
With a cool, detached sound that keeps the hooks coming, Invisible Days play groovy tunes that navigate with ease through areas as diverse as shoegaze, indie pop, and even funk – this limited to the rhythm section. The band has recently resurfaced with a new 2 song single and a video for the song "Needles" – streaming below. Their smokey vocals are soothing and ecstatic, and their melodies – as British people say – are spot on. As the dog days of summer linger on, Invisible Days paradoxically provide the perfect soundtrack to that almost visible phenomenon that is the NYC heat. – Jack McGovern
We added this song to The Deli’s playlist of Best psychedelic songs by emerging NYC artists – check it out!
NYC
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Album of the Month: Klauss “Totems”
From Charlottesville VA comes the alternative garage pop band Klauss who released their debut album Totems in July of 2013. Blending a variety of indie elements from acoustic to garage, each track stands on its own, and fits perfectly amongst a playlist full of Grandaddy and Neutral Milk Hotel.
One of my favorite tracks "I Shot a Deer" is a soothing guitar laden gem paired best with a beer while tubing down the Shenadoah River. Check out the entire album and maybe you’ll find the lazy summer day soundtrack that’s been missing in your life. –Dawn
Philadelphia
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New Music Video: “King Of The Jungle” – Lantern
Here’s a new music video from Lantern for the track "King Of The Jungle," off their latest LP Rock ‘N’ Roll Rorschach (Sophomore Lounge). The video has a beautifully sleazy rock aesthetic that matches perfectly with the song until its ending takes a rather bizarre turn. It was directed, shot and edited by Jaqueline Lachance.
San Francisco
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Congratulations to Kitten Grenade for Winning The Deli SF’s Artist of the Month Poll
Congratulations to the talented ukulele clad singer/songwriter Kitten Grenade for winning The Deli Magazine San Francisco’s Artist of the Month Poll! The readers and fans have spoken and Kitten Grenade has come out of top! This sultry anti folk musician puts out great music and amazing well presented videos and photos. We’re very excited for her and her accomplishments! Thanks to everyone who voted, and we wish Kitten Grenade continued success on her shining musical journey!
KITTEN GRENADE- simple things, recorded at STUDIO SQ from ryan castañeda on Vimeo.
San Francisco
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Nate Currin Releases Concept Album Out Today – The Pilgrim
San Francisco based art nuevo folk rocker, Nate Currin has released his anticipated concept album, The Pilgrim. This is Currin’s second musical effort, and the album is based off of the 1678 novel, The Pilgrim’s Progress by John Bunyan. This new album is imaginative and potent with literary archetypes and beautiful musical concepts. Currin is already a critically acclaimed artist, and seems to have outdone himself with the interesting and well crafted collection of songs.
San Francisco
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Forrest Day Releases Sophomore Album – The Second
Popular Oakland based indie rock band, Forrest Day has released their sophomore full length album entitled, The Second. This hard working band whose music is accessable, quietly blusey, sensative and well produced will also be embarking on a tour, playing a string of shows throughout California and the midwest. You should definitely support this talented band whose following is large and invested into their great work.
You can listen to their new track Horizon below:
Forrest Day Upcoming Tour dates:
Aug 9 McCall, Idaho Foresters
Aug 10 Boise, ID The Reef
Aug 15 Fairfax, Ca 19th & Broadway
Aug 16 Half Moon Bay, Ca Old Princeton Landing A
ug 24 Dutch Flat, CA Mountain Vibe Music Gathering
Philadelphia
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Tuesday Tune-Out w/Cool Points at PhilaMOCA Aug. 6
It’s the first Tuesday in August, which also means there will be a changing of the guard at PhilaMOCA’s Tuesday Tune-Out. This evening and for the rest of the month will be curated by Maggot House Records. Coming along for the ride tonight is a young group called Cool Points, who is led by the impressive, disenchanted vocals of Jill Mallon and only has released two tracks that remain heavy in my rotation. I’m really looking forward to hearing more in the future from these local noise-punks – hopefully sooner than later. They’ll be opening for aggressive emo outfit Bleeding Fractals. There will also be a screening of My Basement is a Shithole, a Temple University student documentary that surfaced a few months back. PhilaMOCA, 531 N. Frankford Ave., 8pm, $5 Donation, All Ages – Alexis V.
NYC
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NYC post rockers BELLS≥ release “Solutions, Silence, or Affirmations” LP
BK’s post-alternative go-getters BELLS≥ have self-released a new album titled "Solutions, Silence, or Affirmations," distributed by Dischord. Each song on the record is “in constant motion,” with smooth transitions into each segment. The band’s "avant" approach in the arrangement and rhythmic department, and the ability to produce memorable and recurring guitar hooks is reminiscent of much missed post rock heroes Tortoise. Clever writing and instrumental turns make the LP sound fresh and unique – this is a well-executed follow-up to their 2010 "There Are Crashes" LP and 2011’s "Lamé" EP.Check them out at one of their upcoming shows, rumored to be both captivating and rocking. – Michael Haskoor (@Tweetskoor)
Philadelphia
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New Ape School EP Available for Streaming
Check out the new 4-song EP entitled Quitting Time from Ape School (a.k.a. Michael Johnson, who "done did it all") below! We’re feeling a very post-Talking Heads David Byrne vibe on this one, which we definitely likey. Ape School will be performing next on Thursday, August 29 at MilkBoy Philly.