Queens based group WIVES has been brewing in the borough for some time now, but at last, they are hot and ready to be served up to the masses. The four-piece band recently signed to City Slang Records and is gearing up for a spring tour through Europe that will kick off with a farewell show at Mercury Lounge on the third of April. The band’s grungy dark-wave style is in full display in their brand new video for their single “Waving Past Nirvana” as are the skills of director Milah Libin who has previously helmed videos for Princess Nokia and Beach Fossils. Check out the video below and be on the lookout for the 7” out May 24th. – Rene Cobar
Philadelphia
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Debut Pepto Abysmal EP Available for Streaming & Download
Feel, the new release from Pepto Abysmal, is for those who are missing the brilliantly macabre songwriting stylings of Pill Friends‘s Ryan Wilson (like we are – RIP). Tapping into one’s inner workings, an endearing, raw vulnerability is revealed in these brutally honest bedroom recordings. The ability to create relatable, poignant lyrics from such a unique viewpoint is a rare gift.
Chicago
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Origami Button @ The Owl (4/14)
Math Rockers Origami Button released their debut EP, “Button Season” back in January. This is the work of Carter Jones (vocals), Brandon Amaloo (guitar), Rene Gutierrez (guitar), Taylor Ford (bass), and Matt Kerner (drums)
You can catch Origami Button at The Owl on April 14th with Things Amazing and Pleasantries.
Philadelphia
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Debut Eat EP Available for Streaming & Purchase
Shit is the debut EP from punk outfit Eat. There’s a lax yet feverish energy emanating from these lo-fi recordings. The tracks loosely fit together as the lyrical fragments spill into the brooding, frenetic instrumentation. These disjointed but mesmerizing snippets shine the light on a promising, new Philly act, if only for a fleeting moment or two. (Photo by Keith DeBottis)
L.A.
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Joni holds on to a withering love on “Botanical Baby”
Joni Fatora reflects on a distant love through quiet contemplation on "Botanical Baby." Fatora—who performs under the name Joni—is reminded of how human relationships can be as fleeting as the changing of the seasons. She’s surrounded by nature, alluding to how flowers can be as beautiful as they are toxic. Joni’s cooing vocals waft over a breezy, Tropicália-inspired melody with a tender embrace. There’s a tinge of melancholy to her words, all the more bittersweet when sung with such languid ease.
Joni is currently working on an EP, due out later this summer. Watch the lyric video for "Botanical Baby" below. Juan Rodríguez
Nashville
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The Prescriptions to release debut album “Hollywood Gold” on 04.05
Straddling the lines between early grunge and indie rock, The Prescriptions package their unique sound in the form of Hollywood Gold, their debut album set to launch on April 5th via Single Lock Records. The group have just come from performing at SXSW following a wave of fresh buzz since their formation several years ago. Their first album showcases the diversity in their songwriting; the title track has the sound of Wilco with the slight harmonica touch of John Popper, while "Broken Wing" has a hint of Neil Young. The Prescriptions have shows in Atlanta and Birmingham in May; stay tuned for their next performance at home in Nashville. Until then, take a listen to "Broken Wing" below. – Will Sisskind
Chicago
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Jamila Woods “Eartha”
Jamila Woods has released a new single, “Eartha”, from her forthcoming LP, LEGACY! LEGACY!, which is due out May 10th via Jagjaguwar & Closed Sessions.
Chicago
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David Darrko “Cruise”
David Darrko has released a new single called “Cruise”. This is his first single since releasing his solo debut EP, "Suffer Suburbia", last year.
As with his EP, “Cruise” has a driven groove which served Darrko’s seductive falsetto perfectly.
Philadelphia
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New The Madalean Gauze Band LP Available for Streaming & Purchase
Nothing Feels Beautiful Anymore, the bewitching new LP from The Madalean Gauze Band, has freshly arrived. An enchanting, psych-rock excursion grabs your attention, and pulls you into the group’s orbit. A strange, mysterious, magical aura is counterbalanced by incisive, personal narratives. Boot & Saddle will be hosting the band’s album release on Saturday, April 20 (4/20), supported by Garden Gate and Pouring Silver.
Chicago
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Owltree
Owltree has released a new Lezter produced album called “Lost City Cult”. The prolific emcee has released a slew of albums over the last six months, but kicked it all off last November with an introspective self-titled album.
The mysterious Owltree suffers from Depersonalization/Derealization Disorder, and this leaves him feeling disconnected from reality. We hope through this music that he is finding a way to not just connect for brief moments to reality, but connect to understanding and open listeners.