Krust Toons: "Anywhere to Play on St. Paddy’s Day" by Tedd 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.
Chicago
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No Men @ Hideout (3/23)
No Men have reissued their 2016 debut full-length LP, Dear God Bring The Doom, via Let’s Pretend Records making it available on vinyl for the first time. Below is the video for “Stay Dumb” they released back in 2016.
This is the noise rock of Pursley (vocals, drums), DB (bass), and Eric Hofmeister (drums).
You can help No Men celebrate the release of their album at the Hideout on March 23rd with Rad Payoff ad Evening Standards.
NYC
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Catch Big Huge’s blast from the past at BK Bazaar on 04.15
Bands like New York’s own BIG HUGE seem to exist sometimes for the single purpose of making you remember the past, only to suddenly find yourself relishing in its fascination. Power pop was an American counterpunch to the British Invasion of the ’60s and in their 2017 record CRUEL WORLD BIG HUGE channels it beautifully. With the fun and upbeat tempos of power pop heroes like Cheap Trick well ingrained into songs like “WENT BAD” and “LOST CLASSIC” the group takes full liberty to crank up the style to one hundred with fuzzy vocals and crunchy guitar licks that will shine proto-garage undertones at you. This New York City quintet remains above everything faithful to themselves, catch them on April 15th at Brooklyn Bazaar. – Rene Cobar
Philadelphia
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New Ben Loomis EP Available for Streaming & Download
Ben Loomis is the recording project of Matt Roth. Roth’s recent collaboration with Pulgas’s Simon Martinez resulted in the EP Hoss Flat, a small but robust collection of songs released back in December. Frogs picks up from where Roth left off, inviting the listener into an array of modest pop tunes that exhibit slick grooves, crisp production, and a sophisticated sonic palette. Each track begins with a hook, immediately drawing you in and spurring a curiosity to hear out how the songs will evolve. The EP showcases Roth’s uncanny ability to explore genre conventions with a lucidity that gracefully lands each musical leap of faith; each track continually advances into new territories without feeling like the narrative is being stretched too thin. Perfect music to soundtrack a winter thaw, a refreshing burst of sunlight amidst the anticipation of spring. (Photo by Sarah Milberger) – Josh Kelly
Chicago
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Silver Liz
File this one under band’s we missed, but feel strongly about mentioning now. Silver Liz is the Garage Rock of Carrie and Matt Wagner. They released their debut full-length album, I Can Feel The Weight, back in 2017.
Since coming across this last week, we’ve listened to it twice and are activity hoping there will new music from them soon.
Photo by JDUB Photography
L.A.
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TANGIENTS unveil fierce, pummeling new single “Hazel,” play at The Echo on 3/19
TANGIENTS unleash their primal fury on "Hazel." The duo of Chelsea Ray and Be Hussey are not for slow-builds—their confrontational post-punk immediately shoots off with a tribal roar over an enrapturing guitar lead. Led by Ray’s commanding vocal acrobatics, "Hazel" emanates a visceral energy that is shrouded in mystery and seduction. They push forth a rich, full sound that is far greater than their two-piece setup.
The duo is playing at The Echo on March 19 alongside TEEN and Methyl Ethel. Check out "Hazel" below. Juan Rodríguez
Nashville
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Songwriter Nicole Jackson releases EP “Radio Silence”
You might pass a hundred singer-songwriters in the Music City every day, whether they’re lawyers, cashiers, or even your best friend who has a secret diary which you don’t know about. Often times, they’re university students, as is the case with Nicole Jackson. The Portland-born singer-songwriter studies the music business at Belmont University, but she’s also put out a collection of four tracks called Radio Silence. The EP showcases a talent with songwriting on par with indie up-and-comers like Snail Mail and big names like Kacey Musgraves and Carrie Underwood. Tracks on Radio Silence range in intensity from barnstormer "Disappear" to post-punk tinged "Ghosts" to the ballad title track. It’s a promising debut from one of the many aspiring musicians who walk among us. Take a listen to Radio Silence below. – Will Sisskind
NYC
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Looms’ “Eclipse” is an ode to emotional paralysis – live at Berlin 3.28
It’s hard not bask in the languid world of “Eclipse,” the first single off dream punk act Looms’ new record The Way Up. Written after a summer tour and a break up, frontman Sharif Mekawy’s lyrics about “wishing the moon would make it dark” embody a passive paralysis, the feeling of watching the hours tick by, a stupor from the reception of unexpected and unpleasant news. Looms’ interweaving guitars bolster this vibe, its impressive sundrenched noodling a sonic representation of the frustration that lies just below the surface. And while the Brooklyn four piece may have chosen to name this track after a solar eclipse, it feels just like a lazy afternoon in how it encapsulates the boring-to-death moments in between the events that define our lives. Give it a listen below, and catch Looms at Berlin on March 28th alongside Color Tongue, Monoculture, and Huh. -Connor Beckett McInerney (@b_ck_tt), Photo by Liz Maney
Chicago
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Coaster “Be Who”
Coaster has released a new single, “Be Who” b/w “Power Tools”, last week. This is the DIY Rock of Matt Kissinger (vox/guitar), Seth Engel (guitar/vox), Dillon Kelley (bass), and Marcus Nuccio (drums, percussion).
These tracks were recorded back in August before Matt departed for LA, and most likely will be the band’s final release.
Philadelphia
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Weekend Warrior, March 15 – 17
Tonight, Boot & Saddle hosts a benefit for Erika Almirón, Democrat for City Council. The trio of Yarrow addresses the agitation and frustration over societal shortcomings and the divide that currently serves as the status quo. A noise-inflected, raw, post-punk approach creates a formidable tone, pulling you into the group’s chaotic vortex. However, within that bombarding storm of sound, a personal fire burns, and the fuzzy-friction of a heavy groove results. This evening, they will be joined by the cathartic outpouring of Joey Doubek and Ashley Arnwine, a.k.a. Pinkwash, with Pancho Cuacuil completing the lineup. – Michael Colavita
More places where you can get out to this weekend…
Boot & Saddle (1131 S. Broad St.) FRI A Fundraiser For Erika Almirón: Pinkwash, Yarrow, Pancho Cuacuil
Kung Fu Necktie (1250 N. Front St.) FRI Nic Sanderson, Looser, Lazy Eye/DJ Deejay, SAT HR, Pet Lizard, Mr. Lisp/DJSC, SUN The Ancient Mariners
PhilaMOCA (531 N. 12th St.) FRI Presages, Julia Rainer, Chelsea Sue Allen, SAT Horrendous, SUN Devil Master (Record Release), Haldol, The Ire
Underground Arts (1200 Callowhill St.) FRI Dj-Sun, Kingspy, Mellowbastard, LIPSHITZ, SAT The Philadelphia Pancakes & Booze Art Show
The Trocadero (1003 Arch St.) SAT (Balcony) Sophie Coran, Lauren Scott , Emmett Drueding, SUN (Balcony) Little Strike (With the Pop Academy Strings), Rachel Andie
World Café Live (3025 Walnut St.) FRI (Downstairs) Seamus Egan Project, SAT (Downstairs) Little Stranger, SUN (Upstairs) Rockdale Music: Winter Showcase/Barleyjuice
The Fire (412 W. Girard Ave.) FRI The Royal Ghosts, Stealing Fame, SUN Big Boy Brass, Common Icon, Trash Boy
Ortlieb’s Lounge (847 N. 3rd St.) FRI Stealing From Thieves, Delmont, Threefold Fire, SAT Honey Radar, Rubber, SUN Body Spray (Record Release), Plot, Table
The Barbary (951 Frankford Ave.) FRI Oh Jeezus/Peace & The City Grease, Mat Burke & The Painkillers, SAT Joe Kenney, Della Chase
Silk City (435 Spring Garden St.) FRI Bo Bliz, SAT DJ Deejay, SUN Ancient Puzzle Arts: DJ Matpat, Alex Burkat, Diamond Girl, Yōsuke DJ
Milkboy South Street (401 South St.) SAT Rachel Andie, Jackson Howard
Fergie’s (1214 Sansom St.) SUN Rusty Cadillac
Bourbon & Branch (705 N. 2nd St.) FRI Tiger Castle, Dear Forbidden, This Kills Me, SAT Nakama, Juice Wax, House Plant, SUN Tucker Hill, The Classic Hunt
Connie’s Ric Rac (1132 S. 9th St) FRI Dj Baby Berlin, SAT Decontrol, Gibbous Moon
Voltage Lounge (421 N. 7th St.) FRI DJ Marco:All That 90s Party, SAT Sad & Boujee
The Tusk (430 South St.) FRI Creem Circus, Instant Smile, Guy Campo, SAT Dumal
Century (1350 S. 29th St.) FRI Rollin’ Loaded, Space Caravan, Horrible Charlie, The Sketchy Freaks, SAT E. Grizzly (Record Release), Reek HellaSmoke, Torito
Frankie Bradley’s (1320 Chancellor St.) FRI Ben Aire, SAT Ed Christof, SUN A Show Has No Name: A Game of Thrones Burlesque
The Grape Room (105 Grape St.) FRI Whalewolf, Matt Gauss Band, Cosmic Lottery, SAT Dot.gov, Idle Kyle, Proper Dark, Mighty Joe Castro & The Gravemen, Athensville
Ardmore Music Hall (23 E. Lancaster Ave.) SAT Nik Greeley & The Operators
Everybody Hits (529 W. Girard Ave.) FRI Laser Background, Julian, A Million Dollars, SAT Eel Tank, OOLOI
The Pharmacy (1300 S. 18th St.) FRI Badnew (EP Release), Drift, Yeenar, Naff, SUN Colin Lenox & Friends
Creep Records (1050 N. Hancock St.) SAT Telyscopes, Americanadian, SUN Moment To Capitalize, Playing Pretend
No Face Studios (5213 Grays Ave.) FRI Truckstopcanyon, EyeBawl, Crooked Spine, SAT Goings (EP Release), Rally Point, Kinda Alright, Life Instead of Sleep
Tralfamadore (Please contact one of the acts or venue for more information.) SUN Plastic Club, Busy Bee Project, Overwinter
The Music Ward (Please contact one of the acts or venue for more info.) SAT Acidic Dreams , SAT No Thank You, Earth Telephone, Kate Dressed Up
Warehouse on Watts (Please contact one of the acts or venue for more info.) FRI Minka, OOLALA, DJ Humble, SAT Matthew Law presents: Friends & Fam
Sympathetic Frequencies (Please contact one of the acts or venue for more info.) FRI Aphra
Chicago
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Airstream Futures Spirale Infernale Reissue
England’s Little Rocket Records has reissued the debut LP, Spirale Infernale, on sky blue vinyl. The LP was originally released by Paper + Plastick back in 2017.
Airstream Futures is the work of Devon Carson (vocals), Jeff Dean (guitar), Megan Edgin (bass), and Mike Soucy (drums). Below is the video for “Dreams of Narrow Wings”, the lead single from the album.
Airstream Futures will be performing at 350 Brewing’s 350 Fest V August 23rd to the 25th.
Photo by Fareine Suarez
Philadelphia
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Debut Devil Master Album Available for Streaming & Purchase
Satan Spits on Children of Light is the debut album from Philly’s own Devil Master, and is out now via Relapse Records. A menacing, metal momentum bombards the airwaves as you listen to these hard, searing, snarly tracks. Guttural vocals compound the sense of instrumental urgency, while crossing genres and making you feel like tearing it all down. Supported by Haldol, The Ire, Sadist, Public Acid, Satan’s favorite sons will be honoring their release this Sunday, March 17 at PhilaMOCA.