Hey! Hey! Flamingo Bay! See them @ Homegrown Friday 9/19 with Pete Van DYK & The Second Hand Band. Be there by 9pm! Check out Serpentine off their latest record Loco Pony. This track is a dirty rock song with grungy-punk vocals, foot tappin guitar riffs, badass bass lines and swinging drums. The track gets you movin! Don’t miss them Friday!
Philadelphia
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Literature Record Release Show at Underground Arts Sept. 15
Literature is a great indie-pop band. I thought that the very first time I heard the group’s debut LP Arab Spring. And now, their long-awaited full-length follow-up, Chorus, has found a fitting home at Slumberland Records. With an arsenal of unapologetic hooks, frontman Nathaniel Cardaci’s charming Anglo-accented phrasings, and upbeat instrumentation that injects a warm glow into your soul, Literature has produced another must-add-to-your-collection release, which I suggest grabbing sooner than later since the first pressing of Chorus is “ALMOST GONE”. They’ll be having a belated celebration of its deliverance tonight at Underground Arts (moved from the First Unitarian Church) opening for Brooklyn outfits The Drums and Beverly. Underground Arts, 1200 Callowhill St., 8pm, $15, All Ages – Q.D. Tran
NYC
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NYC Post-hardcore quintet Sick Feeling plays Glasslands on 09.16
Are you afraid of noise and guttural voices? If you are, don’t even bother checking out this track by NYC sonic terrorists Sick Feeling, ’cause the guys have no mercy for delicate ears. Mixing post-hardcore and screamo with noise rock and math, the quintet offer concisely creative tunes that are true explosions of sounds. Those of you craving some good old tinnitus should check them out live – without earplugs – at Glasslands tomorrow (09.16).
New England
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Bishop & Rook and Mutiny on the Microphone Announce Second Music Media Meet-Up
On Tuesday, September 23, Bishop & Rook and Mutiny on the Microphone’s “Getting Personal with Promotions: A Boston Music Media Event” is back for a second installment. The first “Getting Personal with Promotions” event was held back in July, but it was so well-received that the organizers decided to book a second date. The gathering is designed to bring together bookers, promoters, bands, bloggers, journalists–anyone and everyone who has an interest in or passion for the music scene in Boston and the surrounding areas. This is a great opportunity to take a couple of hours, step away from your computer and do some real social networking—I’m talking about the kind that doesn’t involve blue bird icons or a giant “Thumbs up!”
This event is free, but space is limited–in fact, July’s event sold out–so click here to reserve your space early. More info about the event can be found here.
-Dan McMahon (@dmcmhn)
Philadelphia
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Show Recap: Unannounced War on Drugs Performance w/Kurt Vile at JB’s
This past Friday, as the evening approached and the week’s end commenced, a buzz surrounded Johnny Brenda’s unannounced show, which hung in the balance as a wildcard. And as time moved forward, word came out that the unnamed act would be The War on Drugs, and there was much rejoicing.
The crowd filed into the friendly confines on the corner of Frankford and Girard with an atmosphere of excitement, and they were not disappointed. With a set heavily weighted upon songs from their latest album Lost in a Dream, including the set opener “Burning,” they sweetened the surprise treat even more with former War on Drugs member Kurt Vile lending his axe wizardry throughout the set, elevating celestial songs like “Arms Like Boulders” and “Eyes to the Wind.” Clicking on all cylinders, the audience was naturally caught up in their hazily powerful set, initially and appropriately concluding with “Lost in a Dream.”
This memorable blur of a night was capped off by an encore, where Vile reemerged joining the Granduciel-led crew on the apropos “Brothers,” accenting why Philly is such a great music town. (Photo by Nikki Volpicelli) – Michael Colavita
Philadelphia
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New Track: “Tropical Jinx” – Little Big League
Here’s the latest single and title track, "Tropical Jinx," from Little Big League‘s forthcoming album. The band premiered it earlier this week over at Spin. Their ten-song LP is scheduled for release on October 14 via Run For Cover Records.
San Francisco
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Slowness Dead Leaf Echo Cruel Summer and Moonbeams Perform TONIGHT at Hemlock Tavern
The bi-coastal shoegaze band, Slowness has always made amazing ethereal music, and they will be accompanied by the hardworking, brilliant NYC based shoegaze band, Dead Leaf Echo tonight at Hemlock Tavern! The bill will be rounded out by Moonbeams who are a noise psych pop band currently based in San Francisco from San Diego. Cruel Summer is also a psych dream pop band whose music is steamy and will blend well with the entire line up.
We love it when shows can have a great mix of east coast and west coast bands. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear some music that you wouldn’t otherwise be able to experience unless you were 3,000 miles east!
This show is going to be a lovely washed out, psyched out night of music. We recommend you expend some time and energy to make it out.
Philadelphia
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Hop Along Opening for Dr. Dog at the Mann Center Sept. 13
Tonight, a pair of hometown favorites is set to hit The Skyline stage at the Mann Center. Bookended by the sibling combination of Frances and Mark Quinlan, Hop Along runs home-hitting, relatable, narrative lyrics, delivered through Frances’ unique breathy vocals and lilt, while reaching back for raw earnest force when its contextually called upon. When those vocals meld with an energy-filled charge of instrumentation, the songs are given a powerful mode of movement. Speaking of movement, Dr. Dog insights just that, layering melodies, harmonious vocals, and the omnipresent infectious groove. When all those elements react together, throwing in chunks dual-lead guitar ferocity and a touch of the psychedelic, the results are an ear-grabbing groove, inducing good times. Mann Center – The Skyline, 5201 Parkside Ave., 6:30pm, $20-$35, All Ages – Michael Colavita
Philadelphia
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Weekender Opening for Mo Lowda & The Humble at Bourbon & Branch Sept. 13
Huffington Post’s new favorite band, Mo Lowda & The Humble, carry on their monthly residency at Bourbon & Branch tonight. But who you might want to pay close attention to for this edition could be up-and-coming act Weekender. Derek and Nic Sheehan have played with different combinations of musicians over the years, but they might have just found their best when paired with Emily Cahill (Gypsy Death And You) and Tom Anthony (Bleeding Fractals). And when they won studio time with producer Kyle “Slick” Johnson (Creepoid, Bleeding Rainbow, Cymbals Eat Guitars, etc.) in a Deli Philly Giveaway, they used it well to record their debut EP Spanish Peaks. Since then the band has went on to open for the likes of Future Islands and The Growlers, and received their first taste of big festivals this year at Firefly Music Fest. They’ll also be joined by lo-fi rockers Roof Doctor and blues-folk rock artists Midwestern Exposure. Bourbon & Branch, 705 N. 2nd St., 8pm, $8-$10, 21+ – Bill McThrill
NYC
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Ejecta releases video for ‘Silver’, changes name, wears clothes
It’s been an eventful, life changing couple of weeks for that constantly naked pixie of the Brooklyn music scene that is Ejecta. First the project announced a change of name due to a cease or desist threat received from a DJ called "Ejeca" (presumably this Irish act) – by the way, not sure how this dude can have such a request considering the two names are in fact different… maybe in Ireland "t"s are silent? Then they released a new video for single "Silver" under… the ‘old’ name Ejecta (?!? – apparently because they haven’t picked a new name yet – their fans are helping them out). But what’s truly shocking in a bizarrely reversed way, is that in the video (Minute 1:08) we get to see for the first time lead singer Leanne Macomber WITH some clothes on!!! Although we’ve been conflicted about the band’s promotional (but very tasteful) use of nudity, that is actually a genius move. The next step for the Dream Pop electro duo would be to finally show in photo or video the face and boy of Joel Ford, the second half of the project, that so far has been kept away from the cameras.
Philadelphia
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Weekend Warrior, September 12 – 14
Non-profit youth music education program, Rock to the Future, hosts its 2nd annual Rally For Rock Fest fundraiser today. Last year, it took Liberty Lands Park by storm with sweet sets by The Dead Milkmen, West Philadelphia Orchestra, Break It Up, and more. And this year, it looks to do the same at Franklin Square with an interactive kids area, craft vendors, and a Yards Brewing Company-operated beer garden. It will also feature a great lineup of music that will include beloved folk crooner Hezekiah Jones, a.k.a. Raph Cutrufello. Ever since releasing instrumental tracks for the multimedia book Slice of Life over the spring, it’s been business as usual for Cutrufello as he has started performing out with a new lineup that features the likes of Brad Hinton and Kevin Killen. He’ll be in his element inside one of Philadelphia’s oldest squares, and will be joined by dynamic emcee and songwriter Kuf Knotz, who is getting ready to release his next album, A Positive Light. Rounding out the lineup will be Philebrity’s Joey Sweeney and the Long Hair Arkestra, along with a performance by the Rock to the Future house band. Franklin Square, 6th & Race Sts., 12pm-4pm, Free, All Ages – Bill McThrill
More places to hang this weekend…
Johnny Brenda’s (1201 N. Frankford Ave.) SAT Bikini Spiders
The Boot & Saddle (1131 S. Broad St.) SAT Pete Donnelly
Kung Fu Necktie (1250 N. Front St.) FRI Andra Taylor & Nate Dodge (Record Release)/The Flashing Thoughts, Syrrah, Golden Dorado, SAT Siamese Sundown, Jesus’ Older Brother, Drunkenesia/Eclectic
Bourbon and Branch (705 N. 2nd St.) FRI The Gang Age, Willow Talk, Mo Lowda & The Humble, Weekender, Roof Doctor, Midwestern Exposure
Union Transfer (1026 Spring Garden St.)
Underground Arts (1200 Callowhill St.) FRI Barakka SAT (Late) Weird Hot SUN Tygaton, The Roddenberries
The Trocadero (1003 Arch St.) SAT The Indefatigables, Omnivox, Furthermore, Vine Street, Justin Depaola band, SUN Admit Nothing, Hate to Say It
TLA (334 South St.) FRI Bold As Love – the Ultimate Tribute To Jimi Hendrix, SUN Quilly & Dollarboyz, CRMC, City Rominiecki, Natebuckkzz, Zuri Reed, Amel
The Mann Center (5201 Parkside Ave.) SAT Dr. Dog, Hop Along
World Café Live (3025 Walnut St.) FRI (Upstairs) Jackie Paper
The Fire (412 W. Girard Ave.) FRI Final Showcase, Could’ve Kings, Liberty Tribe, SAT Burke the Jurke, 30 And Over League, J.O. The Last Man
MilkBoy Philly (1100 Chestnut St.) FRI The Orange Drop, Drone Ranger, SAT Basstrap (20th Anniversary Show), Cardinal Arms
Ortlieb’s Lounge (847 N. 3rd St.) FRI Heat Thunder
The Legendary Dobbs (304 South St.) FRI Working Class Villains, Paulette Branson & Mixed People/The Hvddle, Cardigan Terrace, The Strange Heat, Eastside Vibe, SAT Benefit Show for Tina Schwartz: Under The Influence, Mach22, Tony Mecca & The Heavy Metal Gypsies, The Ozzman Cometh/Wiggz and Wooten, Blake Winters, Scott C, Jamall Anthony, Stephon Amir, Wonder and Fury, SUN (Early) Mike Liberatore/ Fame Black, Iona Lake, Loretta Allen/ Whole Kids Benefit Show; 9 Crown Monarch, American Evil, Corners of Sanctuary
Connie’s Ric Rac (1132 S. 9th St.) FRI Dylan McGuire Band, SAT Pissgrave Sun Please, Ghost Ghang, XXSTIANBEAUTY
Voltage Lounge (421 N. 7th St.) FRI CassAnova Wanzel SAT BlackCarpetMusic/BCM/DEZZY SUN RC
Millcreek Tavern (4200 Chester Ave.) SAT Jenkem, Incisor, Crack House
The Grape Room (105 Grape St) Fri No Outlet, SAT Electric Who?, Terra Voz, Dirt Dirt, The Good Mess, Man Full of Trouble
Ardmore Music Hall SAT Splintered Sunlight, The Royal Noise
Grays Ferry Skatepark SAT NO
The Gentlemansion (Please contact one of the acts or venue for more info.) FRI Moroder, Kralizeec, Leg Boy
Chill Collins Art Space (Please contact one of the acts or venue for more info.) FRI Robins, Vivre Sa Vie
Golden Tea House (Please Contact one of the acts or venue for more info) SAT Outer Heaven, Manbeast, Hell to Pay, Wet Fetish
Chicago
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Young Jesus
Young Jesus has released their first single in over 2 years. "G" finds the band in fine form and is very catchy garage rock track filled with big guitar riffs and cross dressing.