Out of the Ether is the forthcoming album from Philly sound sculptors Writhing Squares, which is slated for release on January 25, 2019 via Trouble In Mind Records. Exploring an extensive futuristic landscape within the free jazz jam of “A Whole New Jupiter,” the continuous thump of synth and percussion drives this progression. That relentless ferocity eventually branches off into pockets of intriguing experimentation. A heart-racing unpredictability finds a heaviness that manages to maintain a grounded cohesion no matter how far the nearly twenty-minute adventure spirals outward.

Heyward Howkins and Chris Madl (a.k.a. Chet DelCampo) have combined forces to form Later Fortune. A quaking bass and an ethereal, foggy synth sketch the setting for their debut single, “A 12-Year Audition”. Howkins’s genteel vocals are contrasted by the push of tempo; the fire-crackling invitation of words cuts through the ambient darkness. The textured sonics bridge genres in a comforting manner.

Originally found on 2014’s Bishop, another remix of Buddy Leezle‘s "Saddle Soap" (featuring Da Buze Bruvaz) is out now. Produced by TCOR (The Custodian of Records), the alternative take stews under the streetlight before jumping off. Riding the smooth suspense of keys, there’s a sense of polish, while retaining a residual grime. Splicing operatic vocals amid the aggressive yet composed lyrical flow gives the track a timeless appeal.

A new video for “I Found a Woman,” featured on Scotty’s latest EP Goodbye, has emerged. Palm trees and gently pulsating, vibrant colors mirror the song’s laidback aesthetic. Animated lips mouthing the lyrics and the injection of various strange cartoon characters completes the eccentric set of imagery. It’s just the right amount of odd to help brighten your day. Ha…maybe.

Krust Toons: "Since When Do You Like Ska?" 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.

“Empty Rooms” is the new single from Booze Radly, and will be featured on their forthcoming album Haunted Mind, which is slated for release next year. The song is used to process grief and loss. A melodic fragility gradually builds, gaining anthemic qualities that the walls can no longer contain. Flashes of raw, emotive lyrics are propelled by fiery guitars, resulting in a much-needed release. "Empty Rooms" is also accompanied by the band’s first ever video that provides grin-inducing snapshots of the gang performing, skating, and simply having a good time.

Inward, the new album from the trio of Hotel Neon, cultivates a peaceful, meditative ambiance. One’s sonic surroundings blossom in gentle waves of instrumentation. Freshly awakened by the inviting drone sound, a sojourn of self-discovery begins while simultaneously finding the natural balance between internal contemplation and the beauty of the external world. Inward was originally made available during the band’s recent tour last month with Marcus Fischer & Benoît Pioulard.

With a mesmerizing, industrial buzz melding the chaos of noise and the cathartic calm of enveloping electro experimentation, Lunacy (a.k.a. Nicky Kulp of Far-Out Fangtooth/Remote Control) sonically maneuvers through the post-apocalyptic/dystopian landscape. The vocals are transmitted in hushed, haunting tones as an eerie metallic echo and the thump/tic of a percussive beat reverberates in one’s chest and seemingly serves as a reminder of the clock we’re all racing against. This Saturday night at Everybody Hits, Lunacy will be celebrating his new compilation of EPs and singles delivered thus far. Released via Altarpiece Records/Third Coming Records, Just The Beginning is presented as the precursor to a forthcoming debut album. Dancing Plague develops a somber synth-anchored state of darkwave, daring you to move towards a dim path that Columbus’s Child of Night leads you further down. The spine-chilling synth-pop of Tristan Victor-led Kiss of the Whip rounds this lineup into form. (Photo by Jo Kusy) – Michael Colavita

Other weekend sounds…

Everybody Hits (529 W. Girard Ave.) FRI Full Bush, Love Club, Grace Vonderkuhn SAT Lunacy (Record Release), Kiss of the Whip, SUN Cheer Up 

Johnny Brenda’s (1201 N. Frankford Ave.) FRI Nik Greeley & The Operators, Johnny Showcase & The Mystic Ticket, Trap Rabbit, SAT New Sound Brass Band, Looseleaf, SUN John Train (duo) 

Boot & Saddle (1131 S. Broad St.) FRI Aiden James

Kung Fu Necktie (1250 N. Front St.) FRI Manikineter/DJ Deejay, SAT Horrendous, Daeva, Scorched/Fame Lust, SUN The Rectors, SUN Lojii, Iunnowho

TLA (334 South St.) FRI Levee Drivers

The Fillmore Philadelphia (1100 Canal St.) FRI Mitis

The Foundry (1000 Frankford Ave.) FRI Hannah Krupa, SUN Ultimate Live Evil 

The Fire (412 W. Girard Ave.) SAT The Tone Bandits, The Mojo Machine, The Justines

MilkBoy Philly (1100 Chestnut St.) FRI Rylan Brooks, SAT Mars Parker, Casto, SUN Downtrodder

Ortlieb’s Lounge (847 N. 3^rd St.) FRI Blushed

The Barbary (951 Frankford Ave.) FRI Holy Mountain, Children’s Books, SUN The TC Cole Riot, Los Gueys, The Deadeyes

Bourbon & Branch (705 N. 2^nd St.) FRI Thick Red Wine (Album Release), SAT The Classic Hunt, Georgey V, Medium Rare, SUN Mosquiat Grease

Fergie’s (1214 Sansom St.) SAT  Weezadelphia, Torn & Ironic and Show Me How To Live, SUN Rusty Cadillac

Frankie Bradley’s (1320 Chancellor St.) FRI Royale, SAT Ian St. Laurent, SUN Launchpad Burlesque

Connie’s Ric Rac (1132 S. 9^th St.) FRI  Polar Bear Lars, Tiger Castle, Assemble, SAT 7^th Victim, KeN, Workhorse III, Gibbous Moon, Thee Minks, Disoriental, Instant Smile

Voltage Lounge (421 N. 7^th St.) FRI Crossed Keys, SAT Dj Mighty Mike Saga, Elijvh Vrms

The Tusk (430 South St.) FRI Bastard Thieves, SAT Lust for Nothing, X88B88

Century (1350 S. 29^th St.) SAT Rentboy, Xoul Kool, Slugqueen

The Grape Room (105 Grape St.) FRI Sitting in Cars, Groove Merchants, SAT Dave Joyce Band, Windjammer, Apple Juice Jones

Ardmore Music Hall (23 E. Lancaster Ave.) FRI Star Kitchen, Catullus, Wyllys, SUN Whiskeyhickon Boys

First Unitarian Church (2125 Chestnut St.) SAT Ron Gallo, Sixteen Jackies

The Pharmacy (1300 S. 18^th St.) SAT The Whips, Mike Matteson & The Sketchy Freaks/Breaklite, The Valets, Wax Wav

No Face Studios  (5213 Grays Ave.) SUN  Rasan In The Heyday, Spooky Mulder, Modern Fiction, Sad Sinderella

The Mothership (602 S. 52nd St.) SAT Curanderos, Dire Wolves

Tralfamadore (Please contact one of the acts or venue for more info.) SAT Swim Camp, Ntive Flora, SUN Heaven Man, Secret Nudist Friends, Dani in Public

Haus of Yarga (Please contact one of the acts or venue for more info.) FRI Georgey V, Rentboy, Diaphane, Huey

“H* le,” the debut single from Bad Memory Time, quickly accelerates from a breeze into something with a bit more force. That strolling feel is takes on additional weight/baggage with the murmur of peripheral atmosphere. That eerie openness, given the hushed, deeply personal tone of the vocals, provides a point of focus. It’s both ethereal and in the moment.

Kelsey Cork and the Swigs just released their debut single, “Center City Blues,” via Good How Are You Records. The song gradually revs up on a blues-rock path, while contextually delving into the hierarchal power structure and where we, as individuals, all fall or fit in. Hopefully the recent election results will mark a step toward improvement, and as the song suggest, no matter what your standing is, it’s important to truly enjoy yourself. You can get down with Kelsey Cork and the Swigs this Friday, November 16 at The Bottom, with Slomo Sapiens and Trash Boy. (Photo by Alyssa Resh)

“Bandaid” is the new single from Earthboy, and is available via Good Sadie Media. A soft, acoustic guitar pattern quickly morphs tempos as the backend assumes the reins, and a tale of a first date is revealed in rapid, semi-spoken, lyrical lines. Following the storyline as internalized thoughts are revealed in in reflective real time, there’s an honesty and innocence in its unguarded approach. Those step by step descriptions are given the additional punch of musical exclamation points, creating a compelling anecdotal song.

Courtesy of Cold Punch Music Group, Deja Vu All Over is Soul Dolphin‘s debut album. Tranquilizing reverberations dissipate along an experimental tract. Combining that measured, melodic, meditative state with more aggressive, deep-tunneling grooves, there’s an isolated eye on the future landscape. It’s a head trip that doesn’t venture too far from home, exploring another wrinkle within the mind.