From the streets of Williamsburg comes Heroes of Popular Wars. With a resonating sound, they let loose an indie/electronic sound, unique to the scene. Their music is complex, yet simple; one of the many reasons they pick up so many avid listeners. One of their songs, “A Bus Called Further” sums up the band in just under five minutes: catchy, inventive, experimental and, overall, highly enjoyable. 

–LT

Commenting on a strange world from their burning observation deck, Public Jones fills its groove-based electronic art rock with crunchy guitars, cinematic imagery, and 80’s synth pop elements, jumping instantly from moody melodic pop to aggressive overdriven emotion — fueled by alienation, cynicism, and a desire to understand. Just crowned winner of the 2010 Best Alternative Artist at the Hollywood Music in Media Awards, and having a recent video pick of the week in the San Francisco Bay Guardian, the band will stop at the Silverlake Lounge on Thursday, February 3rd at 9PM, to open for War Tapes.

-From the Open Blog

Kim and Alice of Eagle and Talon create an indie pop ensemble that is fun, sexy, and original. Their vocals are smooth and soft, and their music is danceable…think an early, toned-down Madonna meets The Like with a post-punk twist. You might have seen the girls performing "Coast That’s Closest" on the hit/guilty pleasure series 90210. Their second full-length album titled "In Manila" will be available at the end of February on Bi/Akka records, so stay tuned!

–Jenna Putnam

Writing, performing, and recording as their alter ego Happy Campers in 3D, the members of Hi Ho Silver Oh were able to to craft a collection of songs inspired by horror classic, Friday The 13th. One of the songs from the Happy Campers sessions, "Showers Without Warning", has wormed its way to an official song, even getting a proper 7" vinyl release on Trailer Fire Records earlier this month. The track’s sparse, reverb laden instrumentation and catchy ooh and ahh hook sugar coat the horror inspired lyrics to an expert degree. The 7" also includes a beautiful cover of Tom Petty’s "Time To Move On" featuring vocals from Leslie Stevens.

Hi Ho Silver Oh will be playing tomorrow, February 1st, at The Echo. You can get the Showers Without Warning 7" here or check out the rest of Happy Campers in 3D here.

-Angelo Lorenzo

We first got stoked on Lesands with their live performance during the CMJ festival in New York back in October. The sonic bliss of their 80s chill vibe combined with their quirky stage presence is captivating. They fall into the same category as N.Y. bands Neon Indian or Beach Fossils. Lesands will be playing a show at The Echo on February 3rd along with The Union Line, shining in their soul-funk rock glory, and the ambient indie group We Barbarians as the headliners. This is a fun lineup of talented groups based south of the L.A. commotion!

–Jenna Putnam 

An eclectic mix of electronica and classical music, discovering George Sarah for the first time was like finding a $20 bill in the pocket of an old jacket. Never straying too far from a strings section, bleeps, boops, and drum beats are sprinkled underneath tracks like the melodramatic "Manatee". Somber and complex, the only way to enjot "Sonata for Petra" is to simply crank up your stereo as loudly as you can bear. If Mozart was born in the age of Midi, you might get the same result.

You can enjoy winding down your week with George Sarah next Friday, Feb. 4th, at the Echo.

-Angelo Lorenzo

As expected, Young The Giant has come a long way since living together in Newport Beach and writing the songs for their debut album. Their self-titled debut is now officially out in stores, and is available both digitally and on vinyl. They recently performed on Jimmy Kimmel live as their first national television appearance, and just released a mellow, acoustic video for their heart-felt and truthful song "Apartment". Filmed by Alexander Shahmiri on a dreary, misty mountaintop, it is relaxing and eerie as Gadhia’s voice and the soothing acoustics seem to drift off into the distance. There is definitely an honest, comforting feel to their music, and it’s no surprise that the band has been so successful.

–Jenna Putnam

Before their show on Feburary 26th at the New LA Folk Fest, He’s My Brother She’s My Sister will be popping their heads above ground for their show at the Troubadour with British singer/songwriter Bobby Long (it’s worth mentioning his album comes out Feb 1st.). If you’ve yet to see HMBSMS, this is as good a chance as any to soak up their alt. folk musings complete with cello and a bit of tap dancing, and perhaps the masquerade masks will make an appearance too. Don’t know what I’m talking about? Then take a look at the video below.

-Angelo Lorenzo

Listening to Wazu‘s "Murder 1" provokes the urge to paint an Aladdin Sane lightning bolt across your face and visit a seedy, underground hot spot full of androgynous artists and wandering neon lights. The track sparkles with all the glitter and glitz of 70s glam rock and pops in your head like candy. Wazu resonates the same sexy, trancy sound as acts like Bowie’s Ziggy Stardust, Marc Bolan, or Roxy Music. They intertwine the former with the new age feel of bands like Metric or Ladytron. They are recording the songs for their debut record in February, and it is expected out in March.

Purchase "Murder 1" in any format desired, and name the price!

–Jenna Putnam

The Dirges play energetic Irish sounding rock with a punk edge. The band has been around the scene a while and has toured with bands such as Flogging Molly and Millencolin. Their aggressive, hyper-fun sound would fit into the atmosphere of an Irish pub with Jameson flowing and Guiness foaming. They are playing two upcoming shows at Piano Bar in Hollywood…one of them is tomorrow, the 25th and the other is on February 8th. So come out, grab a pint, and start the week off right!

–Jenna Putnam

There’s an internal struggle going on within Letter Vs. Numbers. Much like The Sound of Animals Fighting, the unnamed band members pass around and Frankenstein their musical thoughts and ideas together. The result: eight tracks that are the heart and soul of their album Bone Tired.

Drenched in indie rock, LVN has no problem incorporating some synth and drum machines with a healthy does of reverb; each song on Bone Tired feels far more epic then its individual parts. While sharing some musical similarities with acts like She Wants Revenge, the collection is more optimistic.

Will this mystery ensemble ever reveal who they are?

-Angelo Lorenzo

Deli readers,

The time is upon us. If you haven’t yet noticed, our Best of Los Angeles Emerging Artists 2010 Poll is open and ready for voting on the right-hand side or you can visit the voting link directly here.

After taking votes from our lovely panel of jurors (see below) as well as choices from our open submission period, we’ve crafter a list that includes some of the most exciting and hard working emerging acts of 2010.

The band/artist from this list that wins on the poll’s composite chart (i.e. jurors + Deli writers + fans’ votes) will receive an awesome set of prizes provided by the sponsors of The Deli. Right now all the artists in the list have accumulated some points from the votes cast by jurors and writers, now it’s the fans and readers’ turn!

Jurors Include:
Tavi Shabestari (BMI), Josh Feingold (SESAC), Chelsea Schwartz (Viper Room), Neil Schield (Origami Vinyl), Scott McDonald (Aquarium Drunkard), Scott Sterling (Bootleg Theater), Josh Briggs (ASCAP), The Losanjealous crew, Bryan Sheffield (formerly Doghouse Records).