The cool winds of the fall are settled in, but New England bands are still bringing in the heat. Such is the case with Boston’s Hallelujah the Hills, whose dual singles are hot alt-rock music to gather around. “Folk Music Is Insane” is melodic in the verses and destructive in the choruses: from grand piano embellishments to swelling orchestral instrumentation drowned in guitar distortion, you never quite know where the song is headed, and that is alright. “Running Hot With Fate” has more of an indie feel to it, with harmonies glazed atop a steady rhythm section that drives the song forward with sweet style (you can’t help but be infected by the groove). Hallelujah the Hills is not afraid to go big; the band stands out by blending indie rock with a distinct Americana touch—now that is different. The singles are part of the band’s upcoming album, I’m You, which is slated for release November 15, 2019. Stream “Running Hot With Fate” below to start your week right. – Rene Cobar
Sex No Babies “I Can Only See Everything”
Sex No Babies is preparing to release the first of three EP, Scene One, on October 21st via Praise Art. The two track EP the lead by a track called "I Can Only See Everything” which is accompanied by visuals from Harley Foos.
The trio are kicking off a tour to celebrate the EP on November 1st with a show at Bohemian Grove McKinley.
Pendant releases “Through a Coil”
Photos by Isadora Sales
Oakland-based Pendant (the musical project of Christopher Adams, of noise-rock group Never Young) released the first two singles ahead of their forthcoming album Through a Coil (out November 8 on Tiny Engines). Title track is alternative reverberating rock with enough poppy touches to keep things interesting and extra sweet. We’re staying tuned for more shows on the horizon and the full album release next month. – Michelle Kicherer, Associate Editor
Diagonal “Negatives”
Diagonal has released a new single called “Negatives”. This is the band’s second single of 2019 following up “Detroit” which was released back in April.
You can catch Diagonal on November 1st at Liars Club with Warhorses, God Damn Your Eyes, and Via Verso.
Sick Day “Deja Vu”
Sick Day has released their third single, “Deja Vu”. This follows the release of the band’s debut singles, “Brain in a Jar” and “Deviant” back in June.
This is the Indie Rock of Olivia Wallace, Stef Roti, and Hunter Jackson.
You can catch Sick Day on October 23rd with Genna Simon and HEAD at Downstairs @ Subt. They will also be performing in October 30th with Kirby Grip, Double XL, and Perfect Blue at Burlington Bar.
Listen to Hurt Valley’s dusty, sun-dappled debut single “Apartment Houses,” sign to Woodsist
Brian Collins doesn’t wish anything heinous on any duplicitous friendships. So instead, the rootsy singer-songwriter, who goes by Hurt Valley, would rather kill them with kindness. "I’m so happy you are leaving/I only want good things for you," Collins jests on his first single "Apartment Houses," keeping his cool over a breezy guitar melody that’s pitched halfway between acoustic folk and late-sixties British psychedelia. The dusty, sun-dappled track takes Collins out of the city and into the highway, or at least through his state of mind, learning to move on as he gives himself the space he needs.
"Apartment Houses" is the first single off Hurt Valley’s debut album Glacial Place, which is due out December 6 via Woodsist. – Juan Rodríguez
10.25: Grace Ives takes the stage at Rough Trade NYC
Rough Trade’s stage remains one of the biggest for indie artists who come through New York, whether they’re up-and-comers or established acts in the scene. Grace Ives straddles that line, as she’s by no means green to creating great electropop, but she continues to attract new fans with every release and performance. Ives’ next show will take place on the Rough Trade stage on October 25th; while there’s no new album to support, she’ll share the bill with Claud Mintz, with whom she’s toured for the past couple of months. Ives’ last album 2nd came out last April; take a look at the recent music video for her track "Icing On The Cake" below. – Will Sisskind
Ghetto Sage “Häagen Dazs”
Ghetto Sage have landed and have come in strong. The debut single from the newly formed trio of Smino, Noname, and Saba have released their first single as Ghetto Sage "Häagen Dazs”.
We say "newly formed”, but we all know that these there have been featuring on each others tracks years. However, this truly feels like something new and bigger. We, and the world, hope this is only the start of what is to come.
Modern Vices “All You Got”
Modern Vices have released the first single, “All You Got” from their forthcoming album, If Only, which is due out on October 24th.
You can help Modern Vices celebrate the release of their new album album on October 24th at Schubas with Julius Dolls and Cold Beaches.
Ava Heatley releases new single “Party”
NYC based singer-songwriter Ava Heatley released her latest single, “Party,” a couple of weeks ago, a somber and reflective piece, depicting the thoughts of a girl at a party, having a conversation with herself rather than, well, fun. Heatley’s airy and gentle vocals take the listener through the character’s alienation, immersed in a sparse and droney arrangement that fits the melancholic melody. The single follows her previous track "Shitty Tattoo" released this past summer with an accompanying music video, and 2018 EP Beautiful/Terrifying.
Sun Speak “Moon Preach”
Sun Speak has released the first two singles, “Mbira” and “Jagged Midnight”, from their forthcoming fourth studio album, Moon Preach. The album is due out on October 25th via Flood Music and was recorded in a one-room house in rural New Hampshire.
This is the instrumental Chamber Rock of Matt Gold (guitar, bass, lap steel, analog synthesizer, harmonium) and Nate Friedman (percussion), along with Dan Pierson on Wurlitzer, analog synthesizer.
Kidd Kenn “Babysitter”
Kidd Kenn has dropped a new single called “Babysitter”. This is the third single from Kenn this year, all three following-up his 2018 debut album Childish.
The single accompanied by a video directed by High Vision Films.