Gliss (formerly Young Gliss) has teamed up with Milwaukee emcee Pizzle to bring the heat on their collaboration "Kolor Blind." It was also produced by RMB Justize. You can listen to and download the song for free below.
Nashville
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The Coal Men take part in the East Nashville Americana Showcase Tonight at the 5 Spot
The Coal Men have an endearing sort of grit to their wholesomeness. Over a decade of experience lends itself to the craftsmanship of their fourth album, “Escalator,” released August 27th. It is full of earnest tracks that tread between country and rock without a note wasted. “Stuck” would raise some red flags if it were an online dating profile: loud and heavy with some balls to it. They join Eric Brace, Peter Cooper, Tim Carroll, Kevin Gordon, Jon Byrd, Amelia White, and Mark Robinson at the 5 spot on Thursday, Sept.19th for the East Nashville Americana Showcase. -Terra James-Jura
NYC
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NYC bands on the rise: El Rio plays Pianos on 09.21
After touring their experimental alt-rock around Argentina and France for the past several years, El Rio have now taken their particular sound science back up to NYC, where they just seem to get weirder and more addictive. First single ‘So Old As To Have Become New Again,’ (off the record of the same name) highlights a nod to ’80s synth cool, while ‘We’ve Both Got Fire’ captures a sunnier soul in unapologetic 8-bit riffs and lullaby steel string rhythms. With a sound all mixed up together in one tropical destination, it should be a pleasure for NYC music fans to witness them live at Pianos this Saturday 09.21 at 9 pm. Listen to ‘We’ve Both Got Fire’ below. – Mike Levine (@Goldnuggets)
Philadelphia
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The Deli & SonicScoop’s Pro Audio Giveaway: Win Strymon Flint & El Capistan Effects Pedals!
Flint is Strymon’s tremolo & reverb pedal. El Capistan is the tape echo pedal. And a lucky winner’s going to make off with the pair of them! (MSRP Total value: $600) For more info about the prize for The Deli & SonicScoop’s Pro Audio Giveaway and your chance to win, please go HERE. Good luck!
NYC
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NYC Synth Pop bands on the rise: Meridian
Somewhere between Prince and Def Leppard, NYC group Meridian is a fuzzed-out, synth-laden, soulful tribute to 80’s soundtracks and acid-washed denim. Their sound washes over you and lifts you into the ether with invigorating melodies and thoughtful songwriting. The video for their lush summer jam “Magic” (streaming) shows principal songwriters Yohimbe Sampson and Bradley Valentin on a mystical quest through the haunting menagerie of Brooklyn’s subconscious gauntlet. Replete with painted angels, shadow-drenched choreography, and jaw-dropping costume design, it will certainly leave you spellbound. Visit their site for a free album download! – BrokeMC
Philadelphia
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New Music Video: “Of Blood” – Moor Mother Goddess
We dig dark, weird things, especially if they are interestingly done. Check out the new music from Moor Mother Goddess (a.k.a. Camae Defstar) for the track "Of Blood"! The song is from her EP Alpha Sepentis, and the video was directed by Delio DeMille. Special thanks to The Key for bringing it to our attention.
Portland
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Party Boyz Episode 5: Sun Angle
Party Boyz is a podcast made by two of Portland’s most musically inspired women, Elizabeth Elder and Rachel Milbauer. The podcast goes something like this: Elizabeth and Rachel share a meal with a local band while listening to a playlist chosen by the group. In between tracks they talk with the musicians about a variety a topics including their influences, personal lives and recent experiences. This weeks episode features the voices of Sun Angle, who chose tracks by the like of Miles Davis, Meat Puppets and El Gusano. Listen to the podcast below and be sure to check out more episodes on their soundcloud channel. – Benjamin Toledo
Philadelphia
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New Norwegian Arms 7″ Available for Streaming
Philly/Brooklyn weirdo folk act Norwegian Arms has a new 7" available via Big School Records, which is pressed on coke bottle vinyl (200 copies) for all you collectors out there. The record will be hand-numbered in a screen-printed jacket with 3 different art variations – gold, white and black. The release features a re-worked/re-recorded version of "Jitterbug" and a Brighton Sound Session medley containing live versions of a new song "The Iceman" and "Kiva Ikva" (originally appearing on Wolf Like a Stray Dog). You take a listen to the 7" below. They’ll be performing next in Philly on Thursday, October 24 at Union Transfer and in Brooklyn on Thursday, October 17 at Pete’s Candy Store for the Riot Act CMJ Showcase.
San Francisco
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Steel Cranes Announce US Tour and Release New Music Video – Moving On
Oakland based hard rock duo, Steel Cranes are releasing their debut full length album, Ouroboros which will be out on September 24th. These two talented women are not only releasing a great new album, but they’ve shared a new music video and single entitled, "Moving On." You can watch the music video below, and catch them as they embark on an extensive US tour, starting with their album release event at the Night Light in Oakland on September 20th.
Amanda Schukle are Tracy Shapiro are a hardworking hard rock indie band who should completely basque in the new opportities and support they’ve earned! Check out their new music video, Moving On.
Steel Cranes Album Release Event:
Oakland, CA – September 20th – The Night Light Record Release Show
Philadelphia
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New Track: “The Kill” – Satellite Hearts
Satellite Hearts, who are best known for their throwback psych-rock sound, find themselves tearing apart the garage on their track "The Kill." It’s off the band’s new three-song EP Four to the Floor, which was recorded at Converse Rubber Tracks Studio in Brooklyn. The four-piece is set to take some time off to write new material so their last local area performance for a while will take place on Saturday, September 28 at the New Hope Arts and Craft Festival.
NYC
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NYC Artists on the Rise: Rocket & The Ghost announces debut self-titled EP
With all the energy of high-powered arena rock brought down to a local level, Brooklyn’s Rocket & The Ghost is a band with ambitions. First single ‘Goodbye’ off upcoming self-titled EP chugs along with an anthem’s urgency, while latest single ‘Shame,’ announces itself with all the punchiness that singer/songwriter Kiyoshi Matsuyama can deliver. On top of that, the track features the backing vocals of Lily Claire from Lily & The Parlour Tricks for added awesomeness. Check it out below, see them when they play Littlefield in Gowanus on September 19, and look out for the release of their debut, self-titled EP on November 5th. – Mike Levine (@Goldnuggets)
We added this song to The Deli’s playlist of Best Alt Rock songs by emerging NYC artists – check it out!
NYC
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Album review: Maps For Travelers – Change Your Name
How often is it that you find a punk band that can reach a diverse audience as Maps for Travelers has? The band, recently signed by No Sleep Records, put out its debut full-length release Change Your Name. And I will attest to the album’s ability to have at least one track that can—and will—grasp you.
The No Sleep newbies, who are now in the company of great punk acts like Balance and Composure, The Wonder Years, and Kansas City natives Coalesce and The Casket Lottery, have been working on Change Your Name for over a year. The wait is finally over, and the album is nothing less than magnificent.
At face value, this is just another Kansas City-bred punk album, but closer inspection reveals more. The little cogs of the massive sound machine that is Maps will bring to your attention their sheer talent. Several intricate parts make this four-piece more than your average Midwestern emo/punk band.
Sparing no time, they hit you hard with the unbelievably heavy “Good Life” and “Life on Repeat” straight out of the gate. These first two tracks carry the essence of what Maps is about. Mingling hearty, clean vocals and tones with angst-ridden yells pushes the sound to something more post-hardcore.
A change of pace hits on the third track “Matter of Time.” The tempo slows and though there are no screaming vocals, Zach Brotherton’s singing picks up a scruffy sound. The angst still lingers here as well. But promptly as the album continues, the hard-hitting sounds return.
Beyond being great at the heavy stuff, Maps makes a decent slow jam. The majority of “Swoon” is tuned down. The closing statements of the album, “All Your Friends” and “They’re Learning Fast” will help bring your adrenaline down. The slow jams are soft and soulful. Carrying the same intensity as the previous tracks in the album, they hit just a bit more gently.
The lyrics are raw, the vocals are clear, the music is heavy and excellently executed. Whatever your genre of choice may be, something on Change Your Name will resonate in your head.
Maps For Travelers was signed by No Sleep Records back in July. Change Your Name was recorded and tracked at Black Lodge Recording, Element Recording by Joel Nanos, and Massive Sound Studios by Paul Malinowski. It was mixed by Jason McEntire at Sawhorse Productions (St. Louis) and mastered by Trevor Sadler at Mastermind Productions (Charlotte, NC).
This Friday, September 20, you can party with the guys from Maps and Radkey, as they play The Rendezvous in St. Joseph at 9 pm. Facebook event page. Their next show in Kansas City will be on Friday, October 11 at Czar with Restorations and Noah’s Ark Was A Spaceship. Ticket link. Facebook event page.