The Safes have a new EP called "Thanks To You". They are giving away a track from the EP, "Good Is Gold", when you sign up for their mailing list.
You can catch The Safes at Empty Bottle on Nov. 27th.
Chicago
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Circuit Des Yeux
Circuit Des Yeux is Haley Fohr. She has a deep, mystical voice that blends well with her rhythmic guitar playing. Late in October she released her latest album, Overdue, and is currently touring the East Coast. The album was co-released by Ba Da Bing! Records and her own new imprint, Lewis & Lynn Records.
L.A.
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Stream: Hunter Hunted, “Keep Together”
Back in February, we shared the video for “End of the World” from a brand new indie folk pop duo called Hunter Hunted. Since forming in January of this year, they have risen meteorically to the national stage. It’s no surprise, as their catchy pop melodies mixed with folk textures and electronically energized rhythms combine for a powerful anthemic aural experience. They have released their self-titled debut EP, and the first single, “Keep Together,” hits all the right marks. The duo’s signature tightly wound harmonies soar breezily atop plenty of hand clapping and a sing-along chorus that forces a smile to your face. Stream the track below and snag the EP on iTunes. Hunter Hunted are embarking on a west coast tour with The Mowgli’s and Blondfire starting November 30. They’ll be hitting Los Angeles on December 11 at The El Rey. – Jacqueline Caruso
Philadelphia
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New Video: “Mystery Band” Set (Live From The Fest) – Restorations
Restorations recently showed The Fest why Philly’s music scene rules with some epic jams. Check out their "Mystery Band" set from The Atlantic below, which included performances of "Nonlocality," "In Perpetuity Throughout The Universe," "Let’s Blow Up The Sun," and "Documents"! They are currently scheduled to perform next in Philly on Saturday, December 21 at Union Transfer for the already sold-out Early November show. Special thanks to Jeremy Silveira for sharin the footage.
NYC
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NYC/Philly folk trio The End of America headlines Pianos tonight (11.12)
Folk-rock trio The End of America may have been playing music together since 2008, but only gained the attention of the public recently, after opening for Beck in LA back in February. The band’s clever mandolin-infused, tri-vocal harmonies and jam interludes keep them safe from Mumford & Sons comparisons, referencing instead Ryan Adams and Crosby, Stills & Nash. With two members from Queens and one from Philly, TEOA are set to headline Pianos tonight (November 12) with Kayleigh Goldsworthy and Steve Brodsky. Check out their most recent single “Silver AM” below via Bandcamp. – Michael Haskoor (@Tweetskoor)
Philadelphia
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New Track: “When I Know” – Oldermost
Here’s a new track from Oldermost to help you daydream the day away called "When I Know." It’s the third single from their upcoming album I Live Here Now, which has yet to receive a release date. Enjoy!
NYC
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The Amputees release new EP ‘Scream’
The Amputees – probably the NYC band more heavily inspired by legendary fuzz pop pioneers Husker Du – are back with a 5 song 7′ vinyl titled ‘Scream,’ to be released on November 23rd.The Brooklyn/Harlem based seven member band tightens and focuses their muscle into five tunes that range in scope from brutal hardcore to pure pop heaven. Their subject matters also vary wildly from the beauty of "Beaner’, a theme song dedicated to their bass player to the creepy psychosis of the title track "Scream’to the eating disorders of "88′. Money Fire Records will be releasing this one. Check out single "Beaner" streaming below.
NYC
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An NYC artists with her own vision: Matteah Baim
Matteah Baim – who played with Mike Wexler at Union Pool last Friday – has the sound of an artist playing instruments with the same freedom she also reserves for her visual art. An ex-member of Metallic Falcons, Matteah molds sonic structures from improvised insanity featuring obscure dreams and welcome meanderings. This project (and especially second record ‘Laughing Boy’) turns her sound toward a wholly new direction, surrounded by collaborations with some amazing musicians. Spontaneous, collaborative dreamy unlike anything else we’ve encountered in awhile. Listen to ‘Pagoda’ below. – Mike Levine (@Goldnuggets) – Photo by Lauren Dukoff
New England
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You Won’t Nominated For Boston Music Awards as Folk Artist Of The Year!!!
Recently I had the pleasure of running into Boston band You Won’t in NYC. Since getting together in 2011 the indie folk rock duo have toured extensively throughout the United States and Canada, shared the stage with artists including The Joy Formidable, The Antlers, Josh Ritter and The Lumineers and have also been fortunate enough to have been previously reviewed by Deli Mag see here!
The Boston Music Awards recently nominated You Won’t in the category of "Folk Artist of the Year", head over to http://www.bostonmusicawards.com/ to help them out.
Lead singer Josh Arnoudse kindly answered a few quick questions for me:
Describe yourself in 3 words …
Pale lanky cheesemonger
Which aspect of making music excites you the most right now?
Never-ending quixotic quest for the perfect fake bass sound.
Guilty pleasure?
Fail videos
You can’t live without …
A bandmate who can play 57 varieties of instrument
If you weren’t a musician what would you be?
A sad and bitter clown
What do you have coming up music-wise (current or upcoming recordings/tours/extravaganzas/experiments/collaborations/top secret projects etc) ?
We are currently recording a new album to be accompanied by an experimental touring extravaganza of epic proportions entailing numerous top secret collaborations.
See them play live December 5th at Sinclair – Brescia Mascheretti
Philadelphia
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New Track: “2” – Congenital Death
Local hardcore outfit Congenital Death posted a couple of blistering, rage-filled tracks for Halloween. Below is the aptly and simply named "2," off their two-song release, +2. You can catch the four-piece performing live tomorrow night at Golden Tea House with Backslider, Spine and Weekend Nachos.
New England
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Peeple Watchin’ Have “Somethin’ Ta Tell Ya”
Boston-based Peeple Watchin’ know how to make damn good punk songs. Their latest effort, Something Ta Tell Ya, is simple, fast and to the point. Tracks like "VHS" showcase their punk roots (Lawrence Arms comes to mind), while the opening riff on the first track, "’95", has a great bluesy/punk hybrid sound.
The guitar work on this record is impressive. A lot of times I hear punk albums consisting of a few fast power chords, nothing that really showcases the abilities of the guitarist. Peeple Watchin’ are quite different–quick flourishes and impressive licks are scattered throughout the record, informing the listener that there is no shortage of talent in this band.
Peeple Watchin’ will be playing Great Scott in Allston on November 24th. Check the Great Scott site for more details.
-Dan McMahon (@dmcmhn)
Nashville
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The Dirty Things Album Release Show 11.18
Dirty Things work to embody rock and roll by observing the holy trinity of women, cocaine and booze (lyrically, at least) and eschewing the concept of sleeves. This may be in hopes that dedication to the sweat and stank of the lifestyle will bring about music worthy of the title. They’re getting there, as their compositions grow on me a little more with each listen, despite the handicap of resembling the punks who used to smoke weed under my fire escape back in Chicago. “Poor” has some good swampy riffs to it, and “Mojo Hand” is formidable, though the stick tapping intro is lifted straight from “LaGrange.” However, “Monsters and Shadows” strikes a perfect balance between a hair metal ballad and gentle acoustic number, and executed well enough to show some real chops beneath the greasy bandanas. They probably kill it live, and the next opportunity to see the trio is this Tuesday at the Basement, and then 11/18 at Winner’s Bar and Grill for their album release show. –Terra James-Jura