Produced by long-time collaborator Caleb Laven (who worked on Frank Ocean’s Blonde & Endless), “Kim,” the new single from Philly quintet Joy Again, toys with juxtaposing concepts. Lyrically, the song willingly vacates personal control; however, those submissive characteristics are countered by a refreshing, punchy, instrumental drive. Zapping one with a shot of merriment, despite relinquishing emotive power, it’s a delightfully twisted tale that was just released on NYC’s Never Grow Up Records.

The quartet of RFA have provided the soundtrack for a short comedy film, directed by Drexel grad Jason Gong, entitled The Girl With The Nose Ring. The music captures a surf-swaying sense of nostalgia. Those breezy romantic/yearning vibes cause one’s focus to pleasantly drift. The band is currently slated to perform with Rent Party and Gus Dapperton on Saturday, November 18 at PhilaMOCA.

Wilt, the freshly released LP from Line Leader, rattles the sonic cage. Produced by Kevin Brusha, the band cultivates an unabashed, cosmic-transmitted series of songs. Purposely jarring as the menacing, musical torrent takes on the obstacles lying within its path, a Tasmanian devil of unified sound ravages your being. Line Leader unapologetically melds the noise of raw material with a distinct, melodic core. (Photo by Stavi Xinou)

Cherry recently shared a crunchy, new single called "Forever Overhead," which premiered over at Post-Trash. The mischievous, childhood reflection features Lame-O Records’ Eric Osman bashing away on the drums, and it is also accompanied by a hazy collection of footage, directed by Spenser Colmbs. "Dumbness," Cherry’s first full-length album, will be out on September 29 via Lame-O, and the record release celebration will be held on Saturday, October 7 at Boot & Saddle, where they’ll be joined by Yankee Bluff and Eight.

FreeNation member Maine The Saint recently dropped a new EP Humble Beginnings. Persevering through the daily grind, while aspiring to achieve greatness, the release recollects youth, commentating on the current dream-chasing state of affairs. Night-vision, stealth, soulful beats set off these tales. Sifting through one’s thoughts and maintaining an ironclad focus, success lies on the horizon.

Krust Toons: "Why Go to the Show…" 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.

Beach Slang are getting set to hit the road next month for their Drunk or Lust Tour, which will be taking them all across America with Dave Hause & The Mermaid. After such an extensive tour, we’re sure they’ll be happy to see some freindly faces when they return home on Saturday, December 2, at the TLA. To enter for a chance to win a pair of tix, just send an email to thedelimagazinephiladelphia@gmail.com with the subject line "Drunk & Lust!". Please also include your cell number in the body of the message (in case of an emergency). Good luck!

Proceeds from Abode of the Merciful, the new release from Marit Rose Stafstrom, a.k.a. Nymphaea, is ticketed to a handful of causes, aimed at supporting those in need, which includes Houston Autonomous Relief, Philly For REAL Justice, National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, and friends affected by the Ghost Ship fire in Oakland. An air of cautious mystery percolates on her latest EP, as flashlights of synth and hushed vocals shine in the dimly lit corners. Propelled forward by the desire of discovery and alluring percussive beats, one keeps marching/dancing ahead. It’s an enchanting, sonic escape.

This Saturday, the historic Electric Factory will be hosting Project Pabst Citywide Fest, where you’ll be treated to an array notable and rising indie recording artists. The fiercely open, riff-tastic tunes of Thin Lips will be catching hold of early birds with momentous melodies. Later in the day, bridging the gap between adolescent and adulthood into anthems of universal release, The Menzingers take the stage to the delight of their growing loyal fan base. Sandwiched in between, you’ll also find the fragile, cathartic, biting melodies of Nothing and the sincere, gritty, pop sensibilities of Speedy Ortiz, who has recently welcomed Laser Background’s Andy Moholt into the fold. The elegantly exposed vulnerability of Big Thief, Atlanta garage-rock gals The Coathangers, and “Mr. F*ck, That’s Delicious” Action Bronson round out this daylong hang. – Michael Colavita 

More places to hang this weekend…

Electric Factory (421 N. 7^th St.) SAT Project Pabst Citywide Festival: The Menzingers, Speedy Ortiz, Nothing, Thin Lips

Johnny Brenda’s (1201 N. Frankford Ave.) FRI TJ Kong and The Atomic Bomb (Vinyl Release Show), Lightninging, Haunted Homes

Boot & Saddle (1131 S. Broad St.) FRI Parris Bowens, Kingfisher, SAT The GTVs, The Justines

Kung Fu Necktie (1250 N. Front St.) FRI DJ Deejay/Maggs Bruchez, Adam East, Phil Yeah, SAT Matthew Law, DJ Lean Wit It, SUN Profligate, Lady Shame, Coord

PhilaMOCA (531 N. 12^th St.) FRI Sitcom

Underground Arts (1200 Callowhill St.) FRI Hardwork Movement, Ill-Fated Natives, Aleana

Bourbon & Branch (705 N. 2^nd St.) SAT Mo Lowda & The Humble, SUN Rumi Kitchen

The Trocadero (1003 Arch St.) FRI Ceramic Animal

World Café Live (3025 Walnut St.) SAT (Upstairs) Supefive, The Sparklers/(Downstairs) Break On Through An Evening to Benefit Abramson Cancer Center: Not Collidge Material

The Fire (412 W. Girard Ave.) FRI Kenty Love, SAT A Black Celebration, DJ Baby Berlin

The Barbary (951 Frankford Ave.)FRI Dave P SAT John Dominy, Tigers + Thieves/Secret American, Katie Frank, Shy Boyz

MilkBoy Philly (1100 Chestnut St.)  FRI Montoj, Maggie Mae, SAT Paul Keen

Ortlieb’s Lounge (847 N. 3^rd St.) FRI The Mysteries, SAT The Bigness, Exmaid

Silk City (435 Spring Garden St.) FRI Bo Bliz, Low Budget, SAT DJ Deejay, SUN Bazmati Vice, The Space Cats, Local Smokes

Fergie’s (1214 Sansom St.) SAT Athensville, SUN Rusty Cadillac

Connie’s Ric Rac (1132 S. 9^th St.) SAT The Founders, Bunny Savage & the Plibmen, Whiskey Effect

Morgan’s Pier (221 N. Columbus Blvd.) FRI DJ Beatstreet

Frankie Bradley’s (1320 Chancellor St.) FRI DJ Ben Aire, SAT Ed Chrisof, SUN Franky’s First Ladies

The Grape Room (105 Grape St.) FRI Cain Kerner, Kid The Great, Scottie Kash, Joji Ruffin, Hollywood Kane

Ardmore Music Hall (23 E. Lancaster Ave.) FRI Catullus, SAT Splintered Sunlight, SUN Mach22

Everybody Hits (529 W. Girard Ave.) SAT Computer, Whine Moms

The Pharmacy (1300 S. 18^th St.) FRI Jawncarlo, SAT Crayon Mischief, The Tisburys, Readership, Full Blush, SUN Mavis The Dog, Slow Reader, Yeenar

N2N Festival (5000 Baltimore Ave.) SAT Prince Tribute: DJ Questlove, PnB Rock

Broke Down Palace (Please contact one of the acts or venue for more info.) SAT Who Loves You

Planet Phitness (Please contact one of the acts or venue for more info.) SAT Katie Ellen

The Waiting Room (Please contact one of the acts or venue for more info.) FRI Great Weights, You You Dark Forest, Sloppygoop

The breezy, seductive synth-pop of this month’s Featured Artist(s) Poll winners Pool Radio is evident when spinning their new release Pool II. Unguarded, emotive intimacy is interlaced with inherent danceability, akin to fellow Philly natives Work Drugs. Founding members Justin Brady and Jonny Hart have been making music together since junior high, and we had a chance to catch up with Brady to dive a little deeper into the history, likes and dislikes of Pool Radio, which you can check out HERE.

On their first release as a fully fleshed nine-piece, Hardwork Movement develops a sonic depth. A soulful brand of hip hop is led instrumentally by the triumvirate of bass, keys, and drums. Peppered with accents of flute and trumpet, the group creates a well-rounded tone amid the confident authority of intertwined lyrically spoken and sung vocals. For The People captures a pensive, proactive place, stepping forward into the moment. You catch the collective tonight at Underground Arts, where they will be in party mode, supported by Ill Fated Natives and Aleana.

It’s been over three years since we’ve had a new album from TJ Kong and the Atomic Bomb. Well, this evening at Johnny Brenda’s, you’ll have a chance to cop his new EP Dancing Out the Door at the band’s vinyl release celebration with Lightninging and Haunted Homes. The album officially drops on October 13 via Good Behavior Records, but you can take a listen to its raucous, piano-boogie lead single, "John Wilkes Booth," which is also featured on the label’s Hurricane Relief compilation. All proceeds will be going to the victims of Harvey and Irma.