New Music, Emerging from your Local Scene
Andrew Belle released his latest album Black Bear digitally last year, but it recently came out on vinyl and CD. The first single from the album is "Pieces" and the video is below. Andrew recently shot a video for the album’s second single "Sister" which should out shortly.
You can can catch Andrew Belle at Lincoln Hall on March 5th to kick off a new tour with Diane Birch.
Nothing has been getting some serious press lately from major music publications for their forthcoming full-length album Guilty of Everything, due out March 4 via Relapse Records. Well, you can now hear why. Check out the band’s intensely beautiful new LP over at NPR’s First Listen! It was recorded and produced by Jeff Zeigler at Uniform Recording. Enjoy!
Daniel Ellsworth and the Great Lakes have been in the Deli before, and its about time we mention them again for the release of the new album “Kid Tiger." The release party is coming up on March 8th, when Ellsworth will be at Exit/In with Alanna Royale and Blank Range. Their first album “Civilized Man” probably had you bouncing around or even relaxing, so don’t expect “Kid Tiger” to be anything less than completely captivating, addictive, calming, and perfect for any occasion. "Tourniquet" was posted to the public all of two days ago. After the album’s release, they will be on tour. So come out and see them before they leave! The show starts at 8, and cover is $10. –Amanda Aydelott
The kind folks at Rock to the Future would like to know why music and/or music education is important to you. How so? They are asking for you to send them a short video telling your story, which will be shared at Rock to the Future’s Music for All Ball on Saturday, April 12 at the Ukranian Club (847 N. Frankford Ave.) and possibly throughout the months leading up to it. The formal event will feature performances by 22-member Brazilian-style band PhillyBloco and RttF’s own student house band (covering contemporary and classic hits), local beer, signature cocktails and light fare – plus a gift to take home. For more info about how you can get involved in their Music for All video campaign, please go HERE. Thanks!
The show begins at 8:00 p.m. Facebook event page. Don’t miss the debut; we hear they might have some pretty rad t-shirts for sale too.
–Michelle Bacon
There’s another promising new music venue opening up in Philly. Bourbon & Branch will be taking the place of Liberties in NoLibs, and tonight, they’ll be celebrating their grand opening with a FREE live music showcase. Headlining the evening are metal-tinged, noisy acid rockers and Deli faves Harsh Vibes, who will also be joined by Nolan Maher (of Abilities) and Bean Trees. It’s beautiful out. Come feel the vibes! BTW: Also, look out for a rad residency with Night Panther coming in April – cheers, B & B! Bourbon & Branch, 705 N. 2nd St., 9pm, FREE, 21+ – Q.D. Tran
"Wandering in Your Mind" is the first single by fuzz rock duo Street Joy, a scorching garage burner that pummels with a scrappy guitar lead as it pierces through a stomping groove. Centered around the confident vocals of Jason DeMayo, the song weds a heavy melodic edge with Mersey-beat backup vocal harmonies courtesy of drummer Scott Zimmerman; imagine a period in the sixties where boy bands where beginning to expand their pop hooks with barn-burning licks and you get a good idea of where the duo stand. Finding that kinetic balance is what makes the track resonate, striking a soft focus mid-fi production that really makes that rattling distortion really pop out instead of submerging it with a thick, murky tone. The track is said to be the first in a series of singles, which should give more clues into their overall sound. At least this one track proves that they’re having a blast, offering a tight synchronicity that makes their official recorded debut a very anticipated one, indeed. – Juan Rodríguez
Come join Megan Slankard, John Brodeur and Roem Baur for an intimate night of acoustic music at The Lost Church in San Francisco tonight.
Megan Slankard writes endearing acoustic pop songs with a gritty edge. Her imaginative lyricism and americana-tinged modern-pop melodies form a sound that is reminiscent of Sheryl Crowe coupled with the eccentricities of Tori Amos. Roem Baur is a classically trained tenor who’s got a whole lot of soul. Rorm Baur draws inspiration from the classic funk and R&B records of the 60’s to make music that is both fresh and familiar. Known for his energetic live performances with his full band, this acoustic in-the-round show gives him a chance to highlight his operatic vocal range. New York-based songwriter John Brodeur plays soulful, melodic music ranging from introspective folk songs to crunchy guitar rock. His songs explore the existential longing of modern life while always remaining immediate and tuneful. In a live solo setting, Brodeur is a master of looping and layering his performance to create rich textures and a full band sound. – Ethan Varian
Archie Powell & The Exports have released the first single from their forthcoming full-length album, Back In Black. The album will be released on April 28th. The first single is a raucous jam entitled "Everything’s F**ked".
The band will be touring in early March but do not have any upcoming hometown shows.
For Jake Klar, life is a bitter journey filled with hard luck, and tough decisions… especially when it comes to which train to catch, and what to eat with your ham. Latest EP ‘Rocks & Gravel’ takes these sentiments, and pairs them with deep delta blues and just a hint of Chuck Berry-esque rock n’ roll.
Recorded on a Tascam tape recorder, the record is life lived through the blues, with just a hint of whiskey & cigarettes to help keep it all down. Check out fave track ‘Devil’s Bread’ below. – Mike Levine (@Goldnuggets)
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