About a year ago, a hippie-throwback, psychedelic group was born. Needle Points have come far from their start in the winter of 2013, far enough to land themselves as a top performer in The Deli Philly’s Best of 2013 Emerging Artists Poll. Listening to their music is like watching a lava lamp: It’s colorful and inviting, with a vibe that’s straight out of the 60s and a sound that puts listeners into a hypnotic groove. In November, the band put out their debut EP, Bom Tugangu, a six-song release that’s full of jangly, psychedelic soul. It’s easy to find oneself lost within the heavy guitar riffs and occasional tribal beats, especially when lead vocalist Colin Holloway’s growl fades in and out amidst a heavy bass line. The biggest impact that their music has, however, is that despite the heavy instrumentals, the band manages to put out carefree tunes that don’t weigh on the mind – perfect for frolicking in a field or tuning out in the back of a VW Bus until you see tie-dye. (You can view the rest of The Deli Philly’s Best of 2013 Emerging Artists list HERE.) – Shaylin O’Connell
