We know that there are plenty of creative folks who read The Deli. The always innovative Data Garden is curating a music + multimedia event for Force Field Project, an annual festival showcasing experimental audio, dance and sculptural art in Philly’s forgotten neighborhoods (using art to call attention to the often overlooked, abandoned places). The showcase will take place in a huge warehouse, and Data Garden has put out an open call for ideas to fill the space. For more info about the installation and how you can submit your vision, please check out the video below, then go HERE. The deadline for submissions is January 31, 2014.
Philadelphia
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Royal Shoals Opening for Cloud Control at The Boot & Saddle Jan. 13
Indie pop/rock outfit Royal Shoals emerges from the studio to perform tonight at The Boot & Saddle. The band, consisting of former members from Public Record (High Two Records), The Ropers (Slumberland, Teen Beat), Saturday People (Slumberland) and Motor (Captain Cape), is working on 5 new tracks with Uniform Recording’s Jeff Zeigler that will appear on Royal Shoals’ upcoming self-titled EP, the group’s 3rd release. They’ll be opening this evening for Aussies, Cloud Control, who gained critical acclaim for their debut album Bliss Release and are currently touring in support of their sophomore release Dream Cave. The Boot & Saddle, 1131 S. Broad St., 9pm, $10, 21+ – H.M. Kauffman
NYC
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PLOY keeps us coming back.
Electronic duo PLOY has consistently been releasing great tracks for the past year. When I first moved to the D.C. area and began writing, PLOY was one of the first local groups I was introduced to—they were good then, but their music is now on repeat on my iPod. PLOY’s sound is incredibly calm, understated and easy to listen to, but the themes of their tracks are mature beyond the pair’s two short years of making music together. From “XIX” to “From Home,” this group’s music keeps me coming back for more. Last month they released new track "Liker." Check it out below. –Katie Bowles
Philadelphia
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New Cheap Dinosaurs EP Available for Streaming & Purchase
Here’s the new EP entitled Triangle Trash from local chiptune luminaries Cheap Dinosaurs. The band just celebrated its release this past Saturday at the North Star Bar, and the record is now available for purchase via 8static. You can stream the EP in its entirety below.
Nashville
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Sol Cat Takes First Place in The Deli Nashville’s Open Submission Poll
It probably isn’t a surprise that Sol Cat won the top spot in our Open Submission Poll with a 7.16 from our editors. They had already won our Artist of the Month Poll earlier this summer, and earned praise from My Old Kentucky Blog and Relix Magazine. Their dedication to trippy groove-rock extends far beyond their music; they have carved out a very distinct nook in the Universe, and then stuck a towel under the door jam so smoke won’t escape. 2013 saw the release of their EP “Welcome to the Cowabunga,” (as well as THIS amazing tribute to Paul McCartney and the Christmas spirit, with the Kansas Bible Company.) So they are rolling into the New Year on some pretty strong momentum. This video for "Sea of Light" offers a glimpse into the Sol Cat microcosm. –Terra James-Jura
Nashville
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Plastic Visions Take Second Place in The Deli Nashville’s Open Submission Poll
Plastic Visions took second place in our Open Submissions poll thanks, in part to Kane Stewart evident relish in the role of frontman. Just listen to the way he spits “You think you’re sofa king cooool!” on “Kamikaze.” They scored a solid 7 from fellow Deli editors. Their self-titled debut EP was released May of 2013, and is a fuzzy, messy onslaught; quite possibly what Frank Black hears when he holds a seashell up to his ear. The four piece has just recently confirmed that they are a SXSW showcasing artist, which is sure to be one of many great things happening for them in 2014. The next opportunity to catch their live show is 1.31 at The End with Sun Club, Pretty Ugly, and Buffalo Rodeo. –Terra James-Jura
Philadelphia
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Cruiser Signs to The Windish Agency
Congrats to Cruiser for signing to The Windish Agency, who is also home to Philly favorites like The War on Drugs and Vacationer as well as Animal Collective, Yeasayer and tUnE-yArDs just to name a very few! Well, it’s not really surprising that they impressed the booking powerhouse with the strength of their pop gem "Kidnap." We’re guessing that our prediction of hearing the track in movies and commercials will be coming soon. You can catch Cruiser performing live in Philly this Wednesday, January 15 at Kung Fu Necktie.
Nashville
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Armon Jay Takes Third Place in The Deli Nashville’s Open Submission Poll
This neo-folkie scored a 7 from fellow Deli editors. Armon Jay is poised to release his debut album, “Everything’s different, Nothing’s Changed,” on 1.21.14. He arrived at this point after a long, interesting 2 years raising money, traveling to American Fork, Utah, to record with producer Joshua James, with some mountain climbing and goat-herding thrown in for ‘character-building.’ The result is an album full of haunting earnestly that walks the same line as Ryan Adams and Conor Oberest. He will be hitting the road this February in support of Noah Gunderson, after throwing a listening party at the Camphouse in Chattanooga, TN on 1.18. Listen below to the title track, “Everything’s Different, Nothing’s Changed” and be prepared to cast your vote for him if it touches you in any way (appropriate or not.) –Terra James-Jura
Philadelphia
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Kite Party Opening for Porches at Golden Tea House Jan. 11
At its root, music is often an expression of thought and emotion. Kite Party is a band that doesn’t attempt to mask this process. Rather. They expose and embrace it, creating a brand of pop-punk dripping with blood sweat and tears. Incorporating a conscience pulsing percussion/bass backend with precision-placed keys and guitar work that, at times, is the riff-generating table-setter, and at others, is that final step in an elevating solo. Steered by Russell Edling’s half-spoken/sung emotive vocal style, Kite Party evokes raw unadulterated feelings with a polished finish. Headlining the evening will be eclectic New York outfit Porches, whose latest record Slow Dance in the Cosmos finds the group touching down on a full spread of musical landing spots. Porches can set down almost anywhere – from groove-rocking psychedelics to subtlety smooth, ironed-out electro-beats, all growing out of a foundation of thought-provoking folk-anchored lyrical depths. Golden Tea House, (Please email goldenteahouse42069@gmail.com for more info.), $7, 7:30pm , All Ages – Michael Colavita
Portland
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Portland’s Open Submission Results for The Deli Magazine’s Year End Poll 2013
After receiving a remarkably high number of submissions, we are ready to announce the bands that ranked highest in the first phase of our Year End Poll. A huge thanks you to all of the bands that submitted their music, the results show the diversity and talent that covers Portland’s DIY scene. Please note that the Portland editor wasn’t eligible to vote for any of the bands that submitted. Instead, the submissions were reviewed by three Deli editors in different cities.
Acts advancing to our Readers/Fans Poll with a ranking above 7.1:
Adam Brock (8)
Adventure Galley (7.83)
Coma Serfs (7.33)
Rare Monk (7.16)
Just Lions (7.16)
Sama Dams (7.16)
Soft Shadows (7.16)
Honorable Mentions (ranked above 6.5):
Appendixes (7)
Bevelers (7)
Autonomics (7)
Hawks Do Not Share (6.83)
Altadore (6.83)
Ask You In Gray (6.83)
Fringe Class (6.75)
Grandhorse (6.75)
Slutty Hearts (6.75)
Towering Trees (6.75)
Total submissions from the Portland scene: 59
WHAT’S NEXT: Now that we’ve finished up the first step of the poll it’s time to reveal the bands nominated by our local jurors. The jurors who gave us their opinions are experts on Portland music – working as promoters, bloggers and with platforms that promote local music. Noone knows the scene better than them. Once all of the bands involved are announced, our viewers will have the chance to cast their votes to determine who will be named The Deli Portland’s Best Emerging Artist of 2013.
Thanks again to all of the bands who submitted their music and spread the word about the poll, stay tuned for the next phase of the poll.
The Deli Staff
Portland
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Celebrate the Old Russian New Year with Chervona at Star Theater 1.11
Chervona opened for Pink Martini at the Crystal Ballroom’s NYE celebration, but for eight years in a row now, they have played their own "signature" winter party in mid-January. It’s a celebration of the Russian (and widely Eastern European) tradition of Old Russian New Year, that is, the history involving when the turn of the year translated from the Orthodox Julian Calendar to the current Gregorian, it fell on Januarry 14th.
So…getting two new starts to the new year (and two bashes) is better than one! This is the "real" New Year’s Eve party, Russian style: Frozen vodka, zakuski caviar, and perhaps a dance with the witch of Russian folklore, Baba Yaga, or the snow maiden daughter of Spring and Father Frost. Most of all, Chervona really throws a party unique to our scene, a wild gypsy-punk extravaganza with culture and camaraderie, to boot.
Cпасибо, Chervona, и с Новым годом.
The Old Russian New Year Ball happens at Star Theater with Chervona and Ukrainian pop star Darka Dusty, as well as a late night set from DJ Zhena. It’s Russian Disco! Ticket prices and admission are far friendlier than December 31st festivities. – Brandy Crowe
Nashville
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Nashville’s Open Submission Results for The Deli Magazine’s Year End Poll, 2013
The first phase of the Deli Nashville’s Year End Poll has come to an end – and we have the results. Many thanks go out to all the bands that submitted; the amount and variety of talent in and around Davidson county is staggering.
Of course, the Deli Nashville editor wasn’t eligible to vote for the bands in the Nashville scene. Instead, the submissions were voted on by three other editors, including Deli Editor-in-Chief, Paolo De Gregorio.
Acts advancing to our Readers/Fans Poll with a ranking above 6.5:
1. Sol Cat (electronic) 7.16
2. Plastic Visions (alt rock/garage rock): 7
3. Armon Jay (alt folk): 7
4. Calligan (indie folk): 6.83
5. Jeffrey James (rock/soul): 6.66
6. The Prophet Nathan (alt rock/space rock): 6.66
7. Charlie & The Foxtrots (bluegrass): 6.66
Honorable Mentions (ranked above 6):
Sugar Lime Blue (americana): 6.5
Andrew Leahey & the Homestead (country/ rock n roll): 6.33
EL EL (indie pop): 6.33
The Revolutions (rock): 6
Omega Swan (garage rock): 6
Redstone (southern rock): 6
WHAT’S NEXT: Now that the first stage of the poll has come to a close, the next step is to unveil the artists nominated by our local jurors: venue promoters, bloggers, etc. (In other words, the people who know the scene best.) Then, our readers and writers will get a chance to vote on the poll, so keep checking in!
The Deli Staff