NYC

O’Death and The World/Inferno Friendship Society announce joint tour

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Two months from now, two of Brooklyn’s marginal punk-driven acts will be setting off for a joint series of 24 shows from NY to the West Coast, concluding in Pennsylvania right before Christmas. O’Death, who recently released a new album ‘Outside’ (Ernest Jenning Records), is an alt-country seven piece, which for a fresh take on bluegrass/folk sounds, sends fusing through its circuits the respective momentums of punk and metal.

The World/Inferno Friendship Society, i.e one of those bands whose name it may take a while to remember, work the other way round. Essentially a punk outfit, they tie into their music elements of klezmer (Eastern European Jewish folk), adding a festive touch to their indignated tales of women and politics. Whilst on the roads, they’ll be promoting the upcoming release (announced for this winter) of their new single, which comes with its own Turnstile Comix edition. Kicking off on November 23rd at Amityville’s Ollie’s Point, the tour will end on December 22nd at Lancaster, PA’s Chameleon. Streaming below, O’Death’s latest music video for their song ‘Black Dress‘.

Nashville

Sugar & the Hi Lows Announce Holiday Album

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You know the drill: September is basically over, which means the holidays will be here in what will feel like just a few short weeks, and on November 6th, Sugar & the Hi Lows will release their second album, Snow Angel, to kick off the festivities.

Following this year’s self-titled debut, the duo’s Snow Angel will feature five original holiday songs– "Shake That Gift," "Snow Angel," "Sugar Cookie," "Naughty or Nice," and "Home On the Holiday," which you can stream below– as well as the holiday classic, "Jingle Bells."

If you’re in a rush to get into the yuletide spirit, you can grab a physical copy of Snow Angel early while Sugar & the Hi Lows are on tour with Ingrid Michaelson.

NYC

Freelance Whales announce new album “Diluvia” + play Webster Hall on 11.01

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Freelance Whales could be described as one of the more "easy listening" bands produced by the NYC scene in the new millennium. Still, their complex and inventive sound is a perfect example of what makes the NYC scene so special, i.e. a concentration of musicians who are here to push the creative envelope.

After a first album that gave them international fame in 2008, the Whales are announcing a new full length for the fall, entitled "Diluvia". The band is also going on a US tour in October, and will return to NYC on November 1st for a show at Webster Hall.

Fans can download a free song from the upcoming album here, and stream 2 of them here.

Philadelphia

Tuesday Tune-Out w/Arrah and the Ferns & The Extraordinaires’ Jay Purdy at PhilaMOCA Sept. 18

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We are coming close to the end of The Deli’s curated Tuesday Tune-Out events at PhilaMOCA. We’ve been having a blast listening to great music, watching funny and interesting films, drinking plenty of alcoholic beverages, and smoking illegal plant life with everyone. The intimate setting has been great for making new friends and hanging out with old ones. Tonight we have a fun-filled evening with countrified indie pop darlings Arrah and the Ferns and the always entertaining, creative Jay Purdy from The Extraordinaires. Come out and join a bunch of good-hearted weirdos for a night full of good times and laughs!


NYC

Zula – existential electro-pop at Delinquency on 09.28

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Brooklyn band Zula takes indie electronic pop to new eerie directions with ‘Make Contact’, a single they recently released, which serves as a preview for a full length scheduled for the end of 2012. A loop of voices in the background, reminiscent of the ending one on The Beatles’ "A Day In The Life," pulls the listener into a trance-like state as the beat falls into place, and other subdued textures and melodies slowly move in. Delving into underlying feelings and suggestions, and toying with unusual musical ideas, Zula updates the existential art rock of Radiohead’s "Kid A" era for the DIY generation. See them live at Delinquency on September 28 with Tony Castles, Backwards, and Ancient Sky. – Christine Cauthen

NYC

Azi Nizi Maza plays Santos Party House on 11.02

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Brooklyn, NY sextet Azi Nizi Maza rolls out a diverse swirl of R&B, indie rock, and new wave on their six-track excursion THANK YOU FOR COMING. Consisting of bass, drums, keys, trumpet, guitar and female vocals, this eclectic unit creates a smorgasbord of sound channeling classic soul, swinging funk, surf rock frivolity, and catchy grooves led by a captivating chanteuse-like figure bedazzling ears with daring post-punk energy. Showcasing a forward-thinking musical acumen that allows the band to make seamless dynamic shifts and atmospheric switches while top-notch songwriting reveals an advanced comprehension of psychedelic hard rock and free-form jazz, Azi Nizi Maza has created a blend of unique and intriguing tunes perfect for adventurous ears to fawn over. – MikeSOS

Philadelphia

Trophy Wife Opening for The Corin Tucker Band at JB’s Sept. 18

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Socially conscious, feminist rockers Trophy Wife are opening for one of the original Riot Grrls, Corin Tucker and her new band, tonight at Johnny Brenda’s. The Philly by way of D.C. duo, made up of guitarist/vocalist Diane Foglizzo and drummer Katy Otto, released their second album Sing What Scares You over the summer. The LP is full of emotional and intriguing lyrics set to complex post-hardcore riffs and rhythms. Trophy Wife’s live shows are known for their intensity, and the group’s deeply personal interactions while playing – often face to face. Ladies (and gents), come out and get inspired to start your own band! Johnny Brenda’s, 1201 N. Frankford Ave, 9pm, $12, 21+ – Dan Brightcliffe

Philadelphia

New Track: “Leaving Behind” – Sugar Tongue Slim

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We’re fans of local emcee Sugar Tongue Slim (STS), and are certainly happy that he chose to move from Atlanta to Philly. He garnered a lot of attention for the flips of some well-known tracks on his last mixtape GOLDRush. STS is back with his follow-up GOLDRush II, which contains music from artists like Grimes, Little Dragon, Sleigh Bells, Kanye West, etc. It was originally scheduled for early summer release but was postponed due to his European tour with The Crookers. Below is one of the standout tracks for you to check out called “Leaving Behind,” which samples The Cardigans’ “Starter.” You can also download GOLDRush II in its entirety HERE.

Austin

Introducing: MEGABIG

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MEGABIG harkens back to the era of Van Halen with a bluegrass tinge. Despite how terrible that idea sounds, MEGABIG is absolutely fantastic and gives us the best of power chord rock and roll. What makes the band’s self-titled debut EP so good is that the band, unlike the genre they are modeling themselves after, isn’t afraid to try something non-commercial and potentially off putting. The guitar will switch from basic power chords to a searing solo, the back-up vocals are inspired, and in addition to this there are moments where the entire song will just devolve into Sonic Youth noise.

On top of all of this MEGABIG is just, simply put, fun. It has the same six pack-loving care free feel that is indicative of hair metal bands, but the music itself isn’t as bland as that genre. Each track offers the listener a new form of pure rock and roll joy.

 

NYC

Callers plays Music Hall of W’Burg on 09.20 + tours Europe with Dirty Projectors

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Callers is one of those bands we’ve been following for friggin’ ages (well, let’s not exaggerate, 3-4 years maybe…) and often wondered how long their status of "Best Kept NYC Secret" would last. It’s probably time for it to end – surely their upcoming European tour with Dirty Projectors will help in this regard.

Featuring one of the most beautiful female voices in Brooklyn, the band, originally a duo, has now ventured into a quartet format with the addition of drums and keyboards. The preview single Heroes (streaming below) features a fuller sound, but mostly… a faster one. Indeed, the track represents a steep increase in terms of BPM if compared to the band’s material we are familiar with, but the songwriting quality is there, together with the top notch delivery. Sara Lucas’ blue soprano here almost sounds like Joni Mitchell from the Hejira period, when the Canadian songwriter’s youthful enthusiasm started to be contaminated by the understanding that adult life is full of sadness, which conjured up one of the most beautifully melancholic records ever made. These contradicting forces are also at work in this song, where the dancey rhythm section lifts our mood, while Sara’s blue notes and lyrics keep our thoughts wondering about the mysteries of life. See Callers at Music Hall of Williamsburg on 09.20 with Wye Oak. – Read a 2011 Deli interview with Callers here.

Mp3: Callers – "Heroes"