Shanee Pink has been sharing the spotlight with Mark Noseworthy of Edward Sharpe & the Magnetic Zeros in neo folk duo Pink & Noseworthy. The Laurel Canyon singer/songwriter is now making her solo debut with new single "Spreading in the Light", a dreamy, nocturnal cut that oozes with atmosphere as it paces in a leisurely stroll. The song is the title track off her forthcoming EP, which is due on March 25th through North Street Records.
New England
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Young Tricksters causes a wave with “Ripples” EP
The latest release from Amherst, Mass.’s Young Tricksters finally delivers its spacious and melodic indie rock to its listeners. Welcomed with a release show at which all of its five tracks were played, its hard to tell which moments deserve the most attention on Ripples – the audience had plenty of cheer to spread around, whether for guitarist Lucas Solorzano’s slow burning solos or the band’s sing-along three-part harmonies. On “Gotta Move On,” the band leads toward 60s psychedelic rock, while it steers in a more alternative rock radio direction on the lead single “Twisted Love.” Buy Ripples on Bandcamp now and see what the commotion is all about. – Jake Reed
NYC
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SF Electronica to check out: The Actress Not The Character
The Actress Not The Character is an electronic instrumental project from San Francisco, which released a new 7-track album on Bandcamp a few days ago. Their music is textured, with a ambient and rather "delicate" industrial influences – i.e. think about noises made by small machines rather than by Ministry or NIN. These guys aren’t afraid to tense sounding atmospheres, but always in a textural, not too loud fashion. Listen to album opener Monster/Not a Monster below
San Francisco
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Meat Market Yi and Copout Play the El Rio
If you ever thought you were sorely lacking in the "rowdy punk show" department, we have just the event for you. Tonight Meat Market, Yi and Copout will be playing together at El Rio .Yi is an Oakland based band that finds solace in harried, yelling vocals and kicky, fast-paced instrumentals. Their latest 7-inch release, Punk Memories explores themes such as problematic punk scenes and kidney stones.
Meat Market is an Oakland based band that combines elements of surf, punk and garage rock to create a slew of perfectly rowdy tunes. Within the past few years they have come out with a few solid releases such as their self-titled full length album and 7-inch single Too Tired. Be sure to catch them before they head off to SXSW! –Erin Dage
Portland
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Mister Tang’s Shakin’ Bones
Ever get the feeling of impending invasion when a song starts playing? The newest single "Shakin’ Bones" by Portland-based Mister Tang could be comparable to accidentally opening the door into a meth super-lab, and running away as fast as you can. With it comes unraveling emotions of intimidation, disorientation and subtle aggression. Somehow, this song walks the fine line of echoing 1960s garage rock without crossing over to mimic it entirely. Tang’s screeching "I wanted it all" over and over again brings the listener back to reality and away from the invasion. You’re left realizing that we’re all in this together.
– Colette Pomerleau
Philadelphia
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Where Is My Mind?: Nothing’s Domenic Palermo
If you didn’t know or haven’t listened already, Nothing put out a fabulous new full-length album entitled Guilty of Everything, which is also The Deli Philly’s March Record of the Month (you can read our review HERE), via hometown independent powerhouse Relapse Records. I ran into the band’s frontman Domenic “Nicky” Palermo the other week after DIIV’s show at The Boot & Saddle, and suggested that we should do another interview together. It had been almost three years since our last one for his Suns and Lovers release. He was down with it, and said that I “had to be able to come up with more interesting questions” than what he’s been getting lately. The pressure was on, but I was up for the challenge. I was pleased to get a message from Nicky the other day saying that he thought the questions were “great.” Mission accomplished! You can view our recent Q&A HERE.
Philadelphia
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New Music Video: “Your Graduation” – Modern Baseball
Here’s a great new music video from buzzing Philly emo quartet Modern Baseball for their rocker "Your Graduation," off the band’s latest LP You’re Gonna Miss It All (Run For Cover). It premiered early today via Noisey, and was directed by Kyle Thrash. Modern Baseball is kicking off a massive tour with local pop-punk stalwarts The Wonder Years tonight in Clifton Park, NY, and the tour will be stopping in town for a sold-out show on Saturday, April 12 at the E Factory.
NYC
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The Montauk Project travels to SXSW + release new album at Pianos on 03.29
This Saturday, The Montauk Project is having one last local hurrah at the Mid-Week Beach Party at LI’s The Stephen Talkhouse, before heading down to SXSW, where many more hurrahs are waiting. The NYC psych rock group is having a big month with their debut album, ‘Belly of the Beast’ set to release on March 25th. Preview single ‘Lady in White’ (streaming) showcases a strenghtening of the blues rock component. The official release party will be on March 29th at 10 p.m. at Pianos. – Christine Cuathen
Chicago
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ShowYouSuck
ShowYouSuck has released two amazing videos in the last month. First was "Flip Phone", a track featured on his 2013 mixtape OMPP4: Slice After Death with illustrations by Benjamn Marasco.
Today he released a video for "Make-Out King" which appears on his recent EP "Dude Bro". The track itself was produced by The Hood Internet and Javelin and the video was directed by the talented Maxim Northover.
ShowYouSuck is part of the group of musicians heading down to SXSW to take part in the Chicago Made Showcase at Red 7 along with ProbCause, My Gold Mask, Bonzie, The Autmn Defense, Archie Powell & The Exports, The Hood Internet, and Chance The Rapper.
Philadelphia
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Auctioneer Headlines at JB’s March 5
Art-pop outfit Auctioneer found its inner pop star with the band’s latest single "Hard To Believe It.," and I’m digging it. The mid-tempo, radio-ready track features the group’s first collaboration with drummer Tommy Bendel (Buried Beds), which could possibly get a bit more permanent with the departure of former drummer Todd Scheid, who will continue to produce and record acts out of his studio in the Lehigh Valley. Auctioneer will be headlining this evening at Johnny Brenda’s with support from some fine out-of-towners, Berlin-via-NYC dream-pop act Fenster and lo-fi Burlington, VT trio Hello Shark. Johnny Brenda’s, 1201 N. Frankford Ave., 9pm, $10, 21+ – H.M. Kauffman
NYC
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NYC metalheads IKILLYA announces “Vae Victis” LP on Megaforce
NYC’s self described "Street Metal" thrashers IKILLYA are getting set to release their sophomore album ‘Vae Victis’ in April, a record that explodes from your speakers with relentless fury – considering it was produced by Josh Wilbur (Lamb of God/Hatebreed) this comes as no surprise. For the past 8 years, the band has been honing their craft in some of our favorite local haunts like Trash Bar and St. Vitus. Having recently been signed to Megaforce records indicates that Brooklyn’s metal scene is getting some worldwide respect once again.
‘Vae Victis’ is slated for global release on April 29th, check out the video for the title track ‘Vae Victis’ below. – Joey Fish @squidterm
Philadelphia
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New Music Video: “Red Eyes” – The War on Drugs
We’re sure that a lot of our readers out their are very excited to get their hands on The War on Drugs‘ upcoming LP Lost In The Dream, due out March 18 via Secretly Canadian. Well, next week, it will be streaming over at NPR Music’s First Listen, and here is a new music video for the album’s lead single "Red Eyes" to help tide you over. The low-budget America’s Got Talent parody was produced by the good, creative folks at Woodshop Films. The War on Drugs will be celebrating the record’s release at home on Tuesday, March 18 at Union Transfer (grab your tickets early because this show will sell out). Also, look out for them performing live at WXPN’s "Free at Noon." Enjoy!