Doom metal outfit Bardus have released a new single, “Tired of Everything,” which represents their half of a soon to be available split with Baltimore’s Multicult, courtesy of Corpse Flower Records. The band shears guitar threads through the ominous backend underbelly in its latest offering, as the fading but fervent vocals roar. Those dire swells of sound shake with a primal power. Bardus will be kicking off a late summer run this evening with Connecticut noise-rock power trio Grizzlor.
A Deli Premiere: Sean McVerry’s “Natalie” Video
It’s hard to take your eyes off Sean McVerry’s new video for the track “Natalie” (streaming below)—but he can’t take his eyes off you, either. The singer maintains steady, deliberate eye contact with the viewer throughout the entire video. He doesn’t break the fourth wall; it just doesn’t exist. Between constant camera movement, sweeping color overlays, glitch effects, and sets, this video ushers the viewer into a space of alternate reality, all to the tune of McVerry’s unique, soulful voice, and a top notch semi-electronic production vaguely reminiscent of the glorious days of Peter Gabriel’s ‘So.’ Watch the premiere of the video below, and don’t miss his Sofar Sounds performance on September 20th. – Lilly Milman
PEEL ‘Goes Bananas’
PEEL will be releasing their new album, Goes Bananas, on September 4th. This is the band’s follow-up to their 2016 debut album Marlboro Country.
You can catch PEEL, and buy their new cassette, at Empty Bottle on September 4th with The Cowboys, Falcor 4, and Crosstown. You can also catch PEEL at Revolution Brewing’s Oktoberfest Sept. 29th with Varsity, Real Estate, and others.
Get your party on with the Hot LZs
Raucous foursome the Hot LZs actually do know how to make things hot with the energy they throw into their songs. Natural and unrefined, the boys are are a perfect choice for getting a crowd riled up and in the mood.
Just recently, the Hot LZs came out on top as who all the voters were looking most forward to seeing at midsummer’s Twilight Fest. That was their last performance up until tonight, where they’ve been booked along with Tiger Touch and The Ransom for a Belmont blowout party of sorts for hump day.
If you missed them at Twilight Fest, be sure to check them out tonight. They’ll easily become a go-to for getting out some slightly aggro feelings in a catchily punky way.
Sunflower Bean tours with Pixies through the fall
After releasing their debut full length album “Human Ceremony” in early 2016, Brooklyn psych rockers Sunflower Bean (who graced the cover of The Deli’s 40th issue back in 2014) dropped a four song EP towards the end of that same year. Featuring cover versions of four distinct artists, “From the Basement” serves as homage to the bands diverse influences. “Old World” finds Nick Kivlen impressively channeling Jonathan Richman’s vocal phrasing and attitude on that Modern Lovers classic. A keyboard part find its way into the band’s three-piece sound, a very necessary addition in this circumstance. The country waltz of Neil Young’s “Harvest Moon” (also featuring an organ part, streaming below) benefits from Julia Cummings sweet voice, the way Joni Mitchell might have interpreted it in the 1970’s. “Shine A Light” captures the floating in a dream vibe Spiritualized is known for, while T Rex’s “Life’s A Gas” is turned around by another Julia vocal. Sunflower Bean will play a number of key festivals soon and support the PIXIES on tour including local shows on 9/22 in Westbury and 9/23 in Asbury Park. – Dave Cromwell
GLOIN – “SPRING CHICKEN” LO-FI BEDROOM ROCK
Gloin is the extra lo-fi side project of John Watson who also leads the local garage band Brenda. Gloin has released a new EP titled “Silly Man”. If you’re into DIY bedroom recordings this will probably be your favorite release of the year so far. The guitar has surfy vibes to it and is drenched in reverb while being recording on tape with a shitload of echo. Similar to some of the earliest Ty Segall stuff you can find. It’s very experimental which might not be your cup of tea but if you are into it then you’ll love it. Listen to “Spring Chicken” and go from there. – Kris Gies
New Doggo Album Available for Streaming & Purchase
Hotel Carlyle, the new album from the trio of Doggo, charges at you with an emotive punk energy. Utilizing instrumental exclamation points, the band relates daily trials and tribulations in melodic aggressive shots. Those quick hitting songs with universal refrains, naturally stick in your head. Grab a cassette via Good Sadie, and catch the band on Wednesday, September 13 at Ortlieb’s, as part of a bill that also includes Larry Nodder and Tiger Castle.
Told Slant ends tour + plays Alphaville on Sepbtember 23rd
Told Slant, an artist known for writing some of the saddest songs possible, has recently released a semi-happy song. 2016’s album "Going By" and celebrated 2012 release "Still Water" contained tracks that sounded like band leader Felix Walworth was having his emotions wrung out of him while playing. But his recent collaborative release with Chicago’s The JCW, entitled "Moonlight or Flashlight" (streaming below), sounds like a serene love song with a melancholic edge and an (almost) upbeat drum loop. "Moonlight" was part of Bandcamp’s 100-track collection "Our First 100 Days" (related to Trump’s presidency) which donated all proceeds to various charities. Told Slant recently completed a small, solo, east coast tour and will be playing live at Alphaville on September 23rd. -Allie Miller
¡Luchadora! brings southern grunge to The Basement (09.01)
¡Luchadora! is the female-fronted grunge duo from Nashville you didn’t know you were waiting for. Their self-titled debut EP is a nod towards classic garage outfits, with just a little bit of country twang mixed in for good measure. The opening track “Fish” (streaming below) is an electrifying introduction to a punchy project that is filled with uncompromising vocals, crunchy guitars, dynamic arrangements, and tight percussion. The songwriting is intricate, while the performance is emotional—the best of both worlds. Catch their next live show on September 1st at 8 pm at The Basement. – Lilly Milman
New Track: “Thirst For Violence” – S-21
S-21 is one of the most exciting hardcore acts to emerge from the Philly DIY scene, as of late. That is why we are truly bummed to learn that the band’s show this Friday, September 1 at the First Unitarian Church, with Blazing Eye, Exit Order, and Macho Boys, will be the group’s last. However, before they burn it all down, you can stream and download the brutal lead single, off S-21’s forthcoming EP Operation Menu (World Gone Mad/Slugsalt), called "Thirst for Violence".
PREMIERE: Sono Oto (aka Mark Henry Phillips) releases “Now I Know” video
You like chill grooves. You like New York City storefronts. You like those blow-up dancing men you find in front of car washes. If that sounds like you, take a look at the video for Sono Oto‘s "Now I Know", premiering here on The Deli NYC. The newest single from the artist’s March 2017 album Inheritance sounds like something John and Paul might have orchestrated. Retro comparisons don’t end there, either. Throughout the video, Sono Oto walks past time-tested storefronts of New York City, sometimes hopping through their doors to sample a pastry or mull over a ball of mozzarella cheese. By the way, does that groove sound familiar? If you listen to Serial or Homecoming, perhaps it does; Sono Oto is the pseudonym of Mark Henry Phillips, the composer for those podcasts. Watch the video for "Now I Know" below. – Will Sisskind
Todd Kessler
Todd Kessler recently released a video for his new single, “Old Fashioned Way”. The song is taken from his forthcoming LP About Memory. Todd also recently performed the song for Sofar Sounds Chicago.