New Mayans have released the first single from their forthcoming full-length album, Odyssey. The new track is called "Universe" and is being called a "galactic rock ballad". It will draw you in with its swirling synths and pulsing bass lines. New Mayans are lead by singer/songwriter Swiggy.
Chicago
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Look Out Love
Look Out Love (aka Jordan Benker) released his latest EP, Oh Boy, this month. Benker creates an accessible upbeat indie pop sound through out the four tracks on Oh Boy. You can stream the EP below and purchase it via bandcamp.
Philadelphia
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The Deli Philly’s 7th Annual Anniversary Bash!!!
We’re excited that The Deli Philly’s 7th Annual Anniversary Bash will be taking place on Saturday, October 10 at PhilaMOCA so mark your calendars or do whatever you need to do on your phones to remember! Of course, we’ll be supplying plenty of dope music with performances by hallucinogenic psych rockers The Orange Drop, darkwave, prom-pop trio Blood Sound, the cerebral indie pop of Hello Shark, and Suburban Living will be spinning rad tunes for us to get down to all night. It’s on, people; LET’S GET WEIRD!
Philadelphia
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Krust Toons: “Rage Against the Machine Shop” by Teddy Hazard
Krust Toons: "Rage Against the Machine Shop" by Teddy Hazard – please feel free to drop him a line at teddandthehazards@gmail.com if you dig or have any funny ideas. You can also check out more of his illustrations and animation shorts HERE.
Philadelphia
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New Track: “Kicker” – Alex G
As the arrival of Alex G’s new LP Beach Music steadily approaches, the anticipation builds with the release of his new single. “Kicker” utilizes juxtaposing imagery with a clean but rough around the edges riff and backend pop to assemble a grey-clouded daydream that finishes with a sweeping, smooth guitar-stretching outro. Domino Record Co. will release Beach Music on October 9. Alex G is set to perform at the First Unitarian Church on Saturday, November 14 with Girlpool and Eskimeaux. (Photo by Brent Smith)
Philadelphia
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New Kurt Vile LP Available for Streaming
Kurt Vile co-premiered his new full-length album b’lieve i’m goin down… over at WXPN, WFUV, KCMP, and KEXP earlier this morning. You can stream LP in its entirety below. The record officially comes out September 25 via Matador Records, and you can catch him live in Philly on Saturday, September 19 at Union Transfer, which will most likely be the last time for a bit with his tour schedule already set to run throughout the U.S. and Europe until the latter part of November.
Philadelphia
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New Track: “Stay With Me” – Date Work
Date Work, the latest Cyberbully Mom Club off-shoot/project, has released its first single. “Stay With Me” takes a yearning unguarded vocal display and combines it with a breezy, Velcro-style, get-loose groove. It’s decidedly upbeat, while keeping a zoomed-in approach. The song has familiar ties with Shari Heck’s previous works, while offering a glimpse in a new direction.
Philadelphia
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The Micro & Macro Struggle of Taiwan Housing Project at Ortlieb’s Sept. 20
Taiwan Housing Project, the Philadelphia-based brainchild of Kilynn Lunsford (originally of Little Claw and Tyvek) and Mark Feehan (of Harry Pussy), successfully bridges the gap between indie rock and screamo, delivering emotional live shows fueled by Lunsford’s haunting vocal performance and perpetual, reverberating basslines. Many other bands (Sunflower Bean and Bully to name a few) have recently amassed interest employing these same sonic elements. Especially with a younger audience, this success makes sense: Taiwan Housing Project and noise-pop, in general, is in your face, a constant reference to micro and macro struggle, becoming a political force in addition to an accessible, raucously fun musical release. They will be opening the bill tonight at Ortlieb’s with Solar Motel guitar virtuosos, Nick Millevoi + Chris Forsyth, and headliners, Black Spirituals. Ortlieb’s, 847 N. Third St., 7:30pm, $10, 21+ – Blake Oetting
Philadelphia
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Mohican Paint a Post-apocalyptic Aftermath at Ortlieb’s Sept. 19
The cinematic score one pictures in a post-apocalyptic scenario instrumentally aches with the feelings of destruction and loss. As one traverses the new terrain, those sullen moments are transformed as a desire to take action emerges; the tempo increases, and urgency rules over despair. The instrumental trio of Mohican orchestrates sonic scenes that paint the aftermath in a poignant hard-hitting manner – a noisy precision that hits like an adrenaline shot and is quelled by somber moments of solace. With The Abuse Is Character EP now being released via Bob Records on limited cassette, the band occupies the middle slot this evening at Ortlieb’s. Ream, a new project that includes members of Abilities, opens offering a relaxed yet instrumentally rich journey. Post-hardcore four-piece Let It Out Matt headline, acknowledging a sense of despair while exhibiting an instrumental precision that provides a stabilizing fortitude. Ortlieb’s, 847 N. Third St., 7pm, $8, 21+ – Michael Colavita
Toronto
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Riot Fest- Toronto Sept 19-20th
Riot Fest – The punk, rock, alternative, metal, and hip-hop crowd’s favourite festival of the Year is on this weekend. Besides Heavy Hitters taking the stages (Alexisonfire, WuTang Clan, Weezer, Motorhead, Rancid) we’ve got some suggestions for bands you might not be too familiar with, but are definitely worth taking the time to check out.
The OBGM’s Ladies and gentlemen…the Oooh Baby Gimme Mores…OBGM’s for short. You may recognize them from a Budweiser commercial from about a year ago. These guys straight rip though. A four piece garage band from Toronto that’s hectic and fuzzy. Pure punk rock with some keyboards/synth spice sprinkled on top. Their debut full length record was released almost a year ago to the day. Fire it up from the top… "Beat Up Kidz" is a sweet tune. I’ve only heard good things about their live show. They must be doing something right as they cracked the Riot Fest lineup this year! See them at 1:45pm on Saturday at Downsview Park! – Kris Gies
Wildlife – Describing themselves as “weapon- rock” Wildlife is ready to hit the Riot fest stage with their Catchy tunes – letting you know what it’s like to be young and reckless. Let these Toronto Natives start out your day Sunday on the Riot stage @ 12:10
The Dirty Nil – Playing full fledged Energetic Rock ‘n’ Roll these dudes are sure to put on a good show for you, Get your dance on when these dudes hit the stage with their in your face, guitar driven, fast tunes! They’re playing Saturday on The Radicals Stage @8pm
Foxtrot– Travelling all the way from Montreal – – Although not quite a hometown act, Foxtrot will surprise you with heavy electric pop sounds, you just may need a break from all those, heavy rock bands, and there’s no better way than checking out FOXTROT, Sunday on The Radicals Stage @1:30pm
Rarity – Saturday Sept 19 on the Radicals Stage @2:45pm Another Local, surprising your ears, and the Riot Fest lineup with their fantastic burrito eating abilities, amoung their obvious talents of playing you singable rock songs. Fitting in to the line up like seasoned veterans. Make sure to catch them on The Radicals Stage @ 2:45pm on Saturday Sept 19
-Courtney Chalapenko
San Francisco
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Debut Festival: Bay Area Vibez
The inaugural Bay Area Vibez music festival officially announces its 3-stage, 2-day music, arts and urban lifestyle festival being held at Middle Harbor Shoreline Park in Oakland, California on Saturday, September 26th and Sunday, September 27th, with more than 25 artists to represent the line-up. The festival was created in celebration of music, art, diversity and the rich culture that mirrors the Bay Area and its unique characteristics.
The first round of artists to be released are Grammy©winning artist, Damian "Jr. Gong" Marley, Nas, who has a #1 album on American Billboard top 200, eight time Grammy© winning artist/producer, Stephen "Ragga" Marley, Grammy© nominated Meshell Ndegeocello, #1 Billboard reggae performer Morgan Heritage, Tarrus Riley, Jo Mersa; son of Stephen Marley, Fiji, Fishbone, Krooked Treez, Richie Spice, I-Wayne, Queen Omega, Ghetto Youths, The Courtney John Project, Black Am-I and the Oakland based fan-favorite band, Forrest Day, along with a few big surprises!
"…The eclectic mix is what constitutes the urban festival and represents the very nature of the Bay Area," says festival coordinator, Yurel Hassan Cooke. "The location is impeccable for an annual festival. With other surrounding fest locations as California Roots, Outside Lands, Reggae on the River and Treasure Island, the Bay Area Vibez seemed to fill a void on the map, and blending the genres for the Bay Area just felt right."
The water-lined breathtaking views of the city of San Francisco and the Bay Bridge have made Middle Harbor Shoreline Park in Oakland the perfect backdrop for this urban lifestyle festival.
"Keeping the music alive for the next generations is key. Collectively, we need to support the creative flow of our children and open their eyes to a new world filled with creativity and a universal appreciation for diversity," says festival co-founders, an Oakland native; Tressa Wells, along with tour manager to Damian Marley, Albert "Pretty" Cooke.
General Admission are set at $85 for 1-day passes, $160 for 2-day passes and $225 1-day VIP, or $400 2-day VIP passes, which include early entrance to grounds, special VIP viewing and lounge area, VIP beer and wine garden and select organic foods and snacks. Shuttle services will be available for convenient entrance to the festival. Parking passes are $29 per day. Festival hours go from 11am to 10pm daily. For more information, or to secure tickets, visit www.BayAreaVibez.com.
Philadelphia
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Weekend Warrior, September 18 – 20
There’s something inherently welcoming about a record store/shop. Often times, you’ll go without a specific item in mind. Rather a mood that symptomatically dictates what your next purchase will be. It falls somewhere between a treasure hunt and a scientific system of trial and error – almost, but not quite there yet until you hit the musical X marks the spot. Of course, invariably, you’ll more often than not open previously unconsidered musical doors, which will draw you back, dictating a future return to this temporary musical safe haven/refuge. Music lovers are drawn to a place like Philadelphia Record Exchange like a moth to a flame, but the digital age poses a threat that forces many to struggle to stay afloat. This is why Saturday’s daylong 30th Anniversary block party is truly an accomplishment deserving of celebration. So come rejoice with a packed lineup that includes Watery Love, Purling Hiss, Chris Forsyth & The Solar Motel Band, Strapping Fieldhands, Dixy Blood, Monkey 101, Wasted America, Rosali, Ben Vaughn, Monkey 101, and Aye-Aye. Cheers to 30! Philadelphia Record Exchange, 1524 Frankford Ave., 12pm, Free, All Ages – Michael Colavita
Other places to enjoy tunes this weekend…
Johnny Brenda’s (1201 N. Frankford Ave.) SAT A Benefit For By My Side & Our Garden Playschool: Chris Forsyth & The Solar Motel Band, Busses, Dan Matz
The Boot & Saddle (1131 S. Broad St.) FRI Mannequin Pussy, The Superweaks, SAT Dark Blue
Kung Fu Necktie (1250 N. Front St.) FRI Witch Fist, Blakeslee/Van Wolf, Port Arthur/Jesse Tyler, Sean Hearn, SAT Burnout Star, Fastride, Resilient, SUN I Am The Trireme, Drones for Queens/Coin Purse, Straw Hats, Woven In
PhilaMOCA (531 N. 12th St.) FRI The Goodbye Party, Thin Lips, Todd Killingz
Underground Arts (1200 Callowhill St.) FRI Splintered Sunlight
The Trocadero (1003 Arch St.) FRI Jedi Mind Tricks
Electric Factory (421 N. 7th St.) SAT Freeway & Friends
Bourbon and Branch (705 N. 2nd St.) FRI The Late Saints (CD Release), This Way to the Egress, Black Horse Motel. SAT Uptown Ezy, Aris Sparks, SUN Kim Jong Ill, The City Music Project
World Café Live (3025 Walnut St.) FRI (Upstairs) Christine Havrilla & Gypsy Fuzz/(Downstairs) Chris Kasper, Birdie Busch and the Greatest Night, August John Lutz II, SAT (11am) Kira Wiley/(Upstairs) Not My Dogg/(Downstairs) John Byrne Band (CD Release)
The Fire (412 W. Girard Ave.) SAT Ill Fated Natives, Little Strike, Bryant Vazquez, Svvje, IrCasim, SUN Hot Issue
MilkBoy Philly (1100 Chestnut St.) SAT Mock Suns
Ortlieb’s Lounge (847 N. 3rd St) FRI Taggart, Howling Fantods, Sick Panda, SAT Let It Out Matt, Mohican, Ream, SUN Nick Millevoi + Chris Forsyth, Taiwan Housing Project
North Star Bar (2639 Poplar St.) FRI Hanging Hills, SAT Assemble, Twin Symptons, Tisbury Obama, Bits of Alan
Silk City (435 Spring Garden St.) FRI Bo Bliz, Low Budget, SAT DJ Deejay, SUN Dev79, Bombe, Sideswipe
Fergie’s (1214 Sansom St.) SAT Sylvia Platypus, SUN Rusty Cadillac
Tin Angel (20 S. 2nd St.) FRI The Fallen Troubadours, Jonathan Monument, SAT Jeremiah Tall, Nathan Earl, Rachel Joy
The Legendary Dobbs (304 South St) FRI Giada J., Van Hamill and the One Hitters,
Black River Stone / (Upstairs) Moon Jellies, Civil Discord, SAT Cthulhu Martini, SUN Dobby Awards
Connie’s Ric Rac (1132 S. 9th St) FRI Moonstriker, Mercury Milk, SAT Sweet Eureka, Katie Barbato, Glorious Typing, SUN Only On Weekends
Morgan’s Pier (221 N. Columbus Boulevard) FRI DJ Beatstreet, SAT Mr. Sonny James, SUN Live by Percussion by Josh Robinson
Frankie Bradley’s (1320 Chancellor St.) SAT Ed Christof, SUN The Smokin’ Gun Revue with Dead Flowers
The Grape Room (105 Grape St) FRI The Cultour, Local Smokes, Andrew Jude, Stella Ruze, SAT Chronic Wolf, Rad & Kell, Hanging Hills, Anthony Coppa
Ardmore Music Hall (23 E. Lancaster Ave.) SAT David Uosikkinen’s In The Pocket, SUN Darla
Everybody Hits (529 W. Girard Ave.) SAT Doi, Tangiers, The Retinas, Old Scratch
The Pharmacy (1300/02 S. 18th St.) SUN The Beds, Sun Organ, (Noon), Jank
Federal House (Please contact one of the acts or venue for more info.) SAT Drowse, White Crayon
Double H Ranch (Please contact one of the acts or venue for more info.) SAT Laser Background, Mercury Girls
Lavender Town (Please contact one of the acts or venue for more information.)FRI Shelf Life (Album Release), Blue Smiley, About A Million
Second Empire (Please contact one of the acts or venue for more information.) SAT Thin Lips, Dark Thoughts, Teenage Chainsaw