Krust Toons: "Wait…" 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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Club Malos “EP2”
Club Malos is wild garage rock of Jim Sanders and Ryne Holmquist. The duo is set to officially release their sophomore EP, “EP2”, on August 31st. This will be the first first new music from the band since their 2014 debut.
New England
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Tall Horse releases intriguing double single “Dogwater/Bedwetter”
Tall Horse offers a curious blend of country and alternative rock to start your week right. The band’s leading guitar riffs and bright basslines distort to contrast the distinctive vocals outpouring with emotion. The Portland, Maine band’s new double single "Dogwater/Bedwetter" is Red Hot Chili Peppers’ soft side meets Kings of Leon for an unconventional sound born in New England. The rhythms are steady, the atmosphere easy-going, the breakdowns heartfelt: the music is as emotionally honest as it gets. The group’s latest effort should jolt them back into the New England music scene, and we are intrigued. The double single is streaming below to cure your Monday blues. – Rene Cobar
NYC
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Pom Pom Squad and “Honeysuckle,”
“Honeysuckle,” a beautifully tender, reflective indie rock song, is the latest single from Brooklyn’s Pom Pom Squad prior to the release of their second EP OW (out on September 6th), following 2017’s HATE IT HERE. Berrin explains that the track is about rebuilding to resolve an issue, which one can only do once the cause of the wound is identified. The band’s sound has evolved in more sophisticated and powerful directions compared to their previous material, with an aggressive electric sound and a more angsty delivery reminiscent of the riot grrls movement of the ’90s . The single progresses from an apathetic stream-of-consciousness series of thoughts to painting a picture of a serious inward and outward, back and forth internal dialogue, tackling a painful personal experience with existential undertones underlined in the chorus: “if I’m nothing without you, am I anything at all?”. Berrin’s sultry vocals never resolve the question, and a concoction of clunky guitars play a chunky tune that continues her honest anxiety. – Susan Moon
Chicago
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Novatore “Say Goodnight”
Novatore has released a new and very personal single called “Say Goodnight”. This is the first single from the rapper’s forthcoming album called Louie II the follow-up to Louie which was released back in February.
Novatore will be touring the West Coast through out the month of September with Apathy & Celph Titled.
Philadelphia
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Debut Party Muscles LP Available for Streaming & Purchase
Party Muscles recently released their debut full-length album, Does It Even Matter. Crisp, melodic tunes stretch out exemplifying white-hot, guitar work, without losing touch with the groove. Uptempo with an energetic yet composed manner, the quartet flexes its charming, retro, songwriting skills. You can join the party this Thursday, August 15, at Ortlieb’s, where they’ll be throwing down with BYRH and Night Windows.
NYC
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Eighty Ninety, Luke Rathborne, and Common Jack at Elsewhere on August 14th
Three NYC-based artists with folk inclinations, Eighty Ninety, Luke Rathborne, and Common Jack will be playing a show together at Elsewhere on Wednesday, August 14th at 7 PM.
Headliners Eighty Ninety’s sweet, tender songwriting is compelling for its ability to be somewhat indie but still reminiscent of the kind of ear catching radio pop that wavers between the commercial and indie worlds. Luke Rathborne’s single, “Don’t Call Me Baby” is a great example of this singer songwriter and producer’s style blending modern folk and an indie rock attitude. Common Jack balances out the other two acts with a modern folk sound that incorporates synths and electronic effects. Altogether, this curated show offers a night of music that is mellow and warm – check out Elsewhere’s website for more details. – Susan Moon
New England
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Perspective, a lovely hand to hold previews new record with explosive single
Nashua, New Hampshire’s Perspective, a lovely hand to hold has us excited for the release of its full-length record Lousy on September 27th. "Subject to Change" is the second single off the album and it presents a deceptively super-charged preview heavy on distortion, just right on the dynamics, and fierce as hell. The song’s combination of indie and math-rock is doused with grunge fuel, and it sure explodes in the culminating breakdowns. The band is keeping the spirit of rock ‘n’ roll alive and very well, with sick drum fills and no reservations. Fresh off a performance at ONCE in Somerville expect some autumn dates after the record’s release. We are streaming "Subject to Change" for you below. – Rene Cobar
Toronto
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Sicayda – Alt-Shoegaze Band Drops Debut EP
Sicayda is a fresh 4 piece shoegaze band here in Toronto. Building their sound with layered melodies along with “melancholic yet uplifting tones”. Their lead single “Go On” opens up their debut EP “Sown”. This track has many sonic layers heavily drenched in shoegaze tone but also bringing influences such as 90’s alternative and perhaps some old Coldplay styles. Sicayda brings their sound to The Festival Lingua Franca in Toronto on August 29th. – Kris Gies
L.A.
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Emma Charles releases reflective new single “Scorpio,” performs at The Mint on 8/19
The inspiration behind "Scorpio," Emma Charles’ new single, came like one of those spur-of-the-moment conversations we have with the ones closest to us. After having a conversation with a friend, she was aware of the fact that her birth date is close to two star signs (for those interested, she’s in between a Sagittarius and a Scorpio), each known to have distinct personality traits. Random conjecturing on astrology aside, the folk-pop singer’s latest also finds a satisfactory compromise—the gentle mid-tempo cut is delicate yet assured, where she battles the intense oscillating emotions that consume her mental energy.
Charles is supporting the release of "Scorpio" at Hunnypot Live at The Mint on August 19. Juan Rodríguez
Chicago
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Tenci “Serprent” Video
Tenci has released the first single, “Serpent”, from their forthcoming album, My Heart is and Open Field. What began as outlet for the bedroom folk of Jess Shoman has blossomed into a full band utilizing the talents of Spencer Radcliffe and several of the “Everyone Else” musicians.
This is new album, due out August 25th, Shoman has enlisted Spencer Radcliffe (lead guitar), Tina Scarpello (bass), Jack Schemenauer (drums), Madison Chessare (cello), and several other talented local musicians.
You can help Tenci celebrate the release of their album on September 3rd at The Hideout with Izzy True and Joey Nebulous.
photo by Rachel Lessing
Chicago
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Mock Nine @ Martyrs (8/11)
Mock Nine released their debut EP, Stories From That Night You Can’t Remember, last week. The EP the band’s previous singles, “Mach 9”, “Wasted!”, and “Pick Up”, along with a timely opening track called “Summer Time”.
Mock Nine it the work of Tommy Langford (Lead Vocals), Franklin Brady (Rhythm Guitar-Harmonies), Mac Campbell (Bass), James Bruce (Lead guitar) and Sam Grosman (Drums).
You can catch them at an All Ages show at Martyrs on August 11th with The Powers Project and Vision in the Rhythm.