After two weeks of promotion and bringing in nearly 500 votes, She’s Not Dead have been chosen as the reader’s pick in our best of 2013 poll. Influences of hard rock, pop punk and alternative music shaped their style and have brought them through a year filled with energetic shows, explosive songs and an ever-expanding fan base. Congratulations on your victory, She’s Not Dead, here’s hoping your next year is even more exciting than your last. – Benjamin Toledo
Portland
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Just Lions Take Second Place in The Deli Portland’s Best of 2013 Readers’ Poll
Just Lions have brought in a ton support from fans in their second Deli poll (they were our Artist of the Month way back at the beginning of 2013) and have taken silver in the Best of 2013 readers’ choice poll. Their rocking, at times anthemic compositions have worked their way through most every venue in town over the past year and garnered them attention for their dynamic hooks and tight arrangement. Listen to their music below and be sure to keep an eye on them this year; it’s bound to be an exciting one for Just Lions. – Benjamin Toledo
Portland
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Adam Brock Takes 3rd Place in The Deli Portland’s Best of 2013 Readers’ Poll
Taking third place in the readers’ choice segment of our year end poll is Adam Brock, who you may recognize as the winner of this year’s open submissions segment. His tasteful blending of indie pop, folk and electronic elements combined with the pristine production of his recordings have brought him support from the Portland music scene (as well as few choice Deli editors across the country) that continues to grow. The creativity contained within his songs may only be exceeded by his passion for the music in general, which has shown through every interaction I’ve ever had with him. Congrats, Adam, may 2014 be your most successful year yet. – Benjamin Toledo
NYC
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Me Like Bees wins The Deli’s 2013 Best of KC Year End Readers’ Poll
Congrats to the winner of The Deli KC’s 2013 Readers’ Poll, Me Like Bees!
Me Like Bees has been making waves in the Midwest for a few years now, and has more recently found success by taking home the award for the Ernie Ball Battle of the Bands competition, earning them a coveted spot on Warped Tour, a three-song EP produced by Goldfinger’s John Feldmann, and a lot of other fine swag. The four-piece Joplin group’s strongly developed indie rock sound draws comparisons to bands like The White Stripes and Modest Mouse, but Me Like Bees has cultivated its own melodic, quirky, upbeat style to stand on a national stage.
You can catch our Readers’ Poll champion in Kansas City next on Friday, February 28. Me Like Bees will be at The Riot Room with Not A Planet and The Electric Lungs. Until then, they’ll be playing a few dates in St. Louis, Columbia, and Joplin. Check out melikebees.com for more info.
Me Like Bees is:
Pete Burton – guitar, vocals
Nick Bynum – bass, vocals
Luke Sheafer – vocals, guitar,
Timothy Cote – drums, synths, vocals
NYC
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Playground Etiquette release new album, The Marionnette. Show on February 7th.
Baltimore’s Playground Etiquette released their new album, The Marionnette, on January 18th, during a sold out show at Baltimore’s Metro Gallery. The Marionette is thrilling from start to finish, as the band absolutely nails their ambitious prog/alternative sound. It’s hard to describe them in more specific terms, as they blend all sorts of musical ideas and genres into a cohesive whole. The arrangements are complex without being overwhelming. Each song engages the listener, at times to jump around, at others to head-bang, and always to grab your nearest friend and scream “this band is awesome! Why aren’t they huge?” Don’t let them sell a show out from under you again. Playground Etiquette plays the Velvet Lounge in DC, on February 7th. –Natan Press
Chicago
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Supreme Cuts “Divine Ecstacy”
Supreme Cuts (a.k.a. Mike Perry and Austin Kjeultes) released their full-length debut album Divine Ecstacy via Dovecote (US)/Memphis Industries (UK) today. The album features contributions from Haleek Maul, Shy Girls, Channy Leaneagh of Polica, and many more. Check out the sleepy single "Down" featuring Chicago’s Jody (The GTW, Khallee and David Ashley).
Chicago
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Post Child “Simple Mind”
"Simple Mind" is the second single from the forthcoming album from Post Child, New Age Whatever.
You can catch Post Child at Township on Jan. 30th with Empty Isles and Closed Mouths.
Chicago
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Dream Council @ Empty Bottle
Dream Council has released the first track from their forthcoming EP, ∞ICE∞. The new track is called "Scarynight" and it is a perfect example of dream-pop.
You can catch Dream Council @ Empty Bottle with Magicks and Perfect Kiss on Feb. 5th.
Philadelphia
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Where Is My Mind?: The Extraordinaires’ Matt Gibson
The Extraordinaires are one of those wonderfully odd acts that seem like they could only come out of Philly. And they totally kick-ass live! You’ll find their fans head-bobbing and stomping around with such genuine joy that the feeling is rather communal and infectious. The band’s camp was rather quiet in 2013 as they worked on new material in the studio and dealt with more lineup changes. Drummer Evan Smoker left the group, and was replaced by Mike Harkness (ex-Armchairs, ex-Arrah and the Ferns). However, there was the welcomed return of co-founding member Matt Gibson, who had left the band to tour with Man Man when they were on the road in support of Life Fantastic. The Extraordinaires are set to celebrate the release of their new EP Pen Pals tonight at Kung Fu Necktie, and we are happy to get a chance to talk with Gibson about his return, his time with Man Man, the band’s future plans to make a kids show, and much more HERE.
New England
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Rippin’ E Brakes steer rock in new directions on self-titled album
From the envelope-filtered opening bass line of "Easy As Bicycles," it’s clear that Rippin’ E Brakes’s self-titled album is not a cookie cutter rock set. "Propane," despite its references to Japanese guitars and Canadian whiskey, is an ode to country music, complete with banjos and Americana guitars imported straight from the South. Later, the band honors a “Big Woman” that keeps them protected from the cops – and well fed in the meantime. On “Bailed,” the guys experiment with a funky synth and a Spanish guitar-tinged guitar solo that hints at Santana’s most popular work. With four vocalists and an endless barrel of sonic surprises, we can’t wait to hear what’s next from this New Hampshire five-piece. For now, you can check them out at the Bucket Deck at New Hampshire’s Water Valley Resort on February 8, or their Valentine’s Day set at Chen Yang Li in Concord, NH. – Jake Reed
NYC
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Color War releases video for ‘SOS’
We alaways welcome good videos here at The Deli. We highlighted Brooklyn darkwave duo Color War a few weeks ago, after they announced debut album "It Could Only Be This Way," out in March. The two are actually both visual artists so it’s no surprise they came up with a stunning video for single "SOS" – check it out below.
Philadelphia
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Free In-store Performance by The Districts & Pizza Brain at AKA Music Jan. 28
Youthful folk rock outfit on the rise The Districts will be celebrating the arrival of its self-titled debut label release via Fat Possum today with a free performance at AKA Music this evening. It will certainly be an intimate affair compared to their upcoming opening slot this Friday, January 31 at the Electric Factory supporting Dr. Dog. They’ll also be hitting the road soon with Austin’s White Denim to showcase the new EP and their captivating live set. You should probably get to the Old City record store a bit early and hungry because Pizza Brain will providing slices for you too crush. Free music and pizza – that’s a win-win in my book! AKA Music, 27 N. 2nd St., 6pm, Free All Ages – H.M. Kauffman