Get Better Records recently issued a split LP, featuring The HIRS Collective and Jenna and the Pups. The HIRS Collective continues to hit with an immediate, raw, emotive surge. In contrast to the unfiltered hardcore, the downhill, melodic pop-punk of Jenna and the Pups rides dual-guitar lines in crisp, catchy pockets. Both of Jenna Pup’s projects cut to the chase with succinct, honest messages.
Chicago
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Phoenix Uncaged “Open Your Eyes”
Phoenix Uncaged announced this week that their second single, “Oper Your Eyes”, will be released on October 16th. You can now pre-order the single and listen to a 30 second preview of the song.
This is duo of Lexi Jones and Kianna Ryan, and they burst on the scene back in May with their debut single “Pennsylvania Avenue”. They recently released a video of themselves covering Bob Dylan’s “Girl From The North Country”.
Nashville
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Airpark release left-coast inspired “Devotion” single
Airpark released a new single called "Devotion" on October 12th, previewing what’s to come on their upcoming EP Songs of Airpark. "Devotion" was one of the first songs the indie folk brother duo recorded in Denver during sessions for the EP, which is being produced by Alaina Moore and Patrick Riley of the synth-pop group Tennis. It embodies a sunny vibe that speaks more to July than October, but that comes from the more left-coast inspired sound, where it feels like July almost all the time. The EP will include songs that have the sound you’ll hear on "Devotion", with the general theme centered on "confronting and overcoming confict". That record will drop early next year; for now, take a listen to "Devotion" below. – Will Sisskind
NYC
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TONIGHT at Market Hotel: benefit party for Von LMO w/ Martin Rev and James Chance
Legendary, Brooklyn-born, mystery schizo-prog-rock musician Von LMO – née Frank Cavallo – was supposed to perform tonight at Market Hotel in Bushwick, but he was hit by a car making an illegal turn, and his pelvis was shattered – now he faces multiple surgeries and extensive rehabilitation to walk again. Von LMO is on Medicare and his expenses are only covered to a fraction of the astronomical medical expenses he faces
To help the artist offset his expenses, the show organizers have turned the event intpo a benefit to raise funds towards Von LMO’s substantial medical expenses, and a celebration of his music. A gofund me campaign is also underway.
Another NYC legend, Martin Rev from seminal ’70s electro-punk band Suicide, will now headline the show, featuring also James Chance & the Contortions. More info and tickets here.
Philadelphia
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New Track: “DTMFA” – Speedy Ortiz
After initially being earmarked for the Sad13 release Slugger, then being left off Speedy Ortiz‘s Twerp Verse, “DTMFA” will now be included in Adult Swim’s Singles Program. A tale of independence and confidence, the song naturally flows in a catchy, sugary-pop sound that incorporates a strong call-to-action, referencing the Dan Savage catch phrase – "Dump The Motherfucker Already". Speedy Ortiz will be performing next in Philly on Wednesday, November 28 at the First Unitarian Church with Palberta.
L.A.
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Primaveras blooms on “Can’t Undo my Love,” plays at The Silverlake Lounge on 10/30
James Clifford evolves on both a personal and musical level with "Can’t Undo My Love." Clifford, who now goes by Primaveras, first caught my attention in 2016 with his terrific single "2 AM Chinatown." What once was a soft rock-informed bedroom pop project, ushered with calm reflection, now tries to capture your attention with a forthcoming embrace. He ambles with a cool confidence, taking the lusher aspects of eighties British pop and turning them into a slick, uptempo ballad which has a "driving down the PCH with the windows rolled down" kind of groove. Clifford may have released a song with a summery feel to it, but isn’t the summer a state of mind, anyway?
"Can’t Undo My Love" is taken from Primaeras’ debut full-length album, Echoes in the Well of Being, which came out late last month. Catch him at the Silverlake Lounge on October 30. Juan Rodríguez
Portland
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No Kind of Rider Tour
No Kind of Rider is embarking on a tour of the West Coast later this month, only a few months after the debut of their full-length album Savage Coast. The album is tender and contemplative, with emotion so earnestly raw at times it makes your heart ache. The band’s mix of gutsy indie rock, jazzy electronic, and moody surf creates music oddly evocative of cold, gray days on the beach. It’s crisp, cool tones hit you like a refreshing fall wind. The slower, moodier elements ground you in a more somber place, without losing any of the music’s more sentimental moments.
No Kind of Rider next Portland show will be October 21st. In the band’s own words, "When booking a tour, always remember to include the hometown crowd." They will be playing one of Rontoms Sunday Sessions, along with Pool Boys and Wave Action.
-By Avril Carrillo
Chicago
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Spectators “The String and The Bow”
Dance-Rock trio Spectators released their latest LP, and first since 2014, The String and The Bow, this week. This is the trio of Josiah Viland (Vocals), Walter Halliwell (Guitars, Keyboards, Piano, Programming), and Tayler Buck (Drums).
The group has been working on this project for awhile and released the LP first single “When My Humanity Starts Showing Through” in December 2017. The finish project is a truly enjoyable listen with Josiah’s vocal’s really shinning through across all nine tracks. Our favorite of those being “Retro”, a clear node to late 2000’s bands like The Bravery and The Killers.
Chicago
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MAMA on Vinyl
The local label Got Kinda Lost recently reissued the classic EP, “Eye In The Sky”, from “70’s rock throwback supergroup MAMA. This marks the first time this EP is available on vinyl (both black and orange) and it is accompanied by new cover art by Steve Krakow (aka Plastic Crimewave).
The line-up of MAMA back in 2016 when the EP was released digitally and on cassette via Maximum Pelt was Christopher DeArcangelis (Vocals, Guitar), Dan Rico of EGO (Guitar), Matt Dudzik of Posion Boys (Drums), and Joe Montanaro of The Rubs (Bass)
NYC
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Water From Your Eyes plays Baby’s All Right 12/2
NYC’s Water From Your Eyes fuse post punk and dancey grooves in All A Dance, their latest release and first for DIY imprint Exploding In Sounds records. Made up of Nate Amos (This Is Lorelei) and Rachel Brown (thanks for coming), the duo has been making music under the WFYE moniker for just around two years but in that time they’ve put out an impressive amount of music–two full-lengths and several EPs–and carved out their own sonic space. Amos’ dense mixes layer ‘80s-inspired bass lines and jumpy hooks over Brown’s wandering vocals, finding fresh retro-futuristic sounds that are just as uplifting as they are introspective. Water From Your Eyes seamlessly blend elliptical rhythms with twee-like melodies–resulting in a new-wave sound that’s equal parts entrancing and charming. Their songs can clock in at over or around 6 minutes; they’re easy to get lost in. But no matter how hypnotizing the tracks may be, they never fail to keep a steady grasp on the listener’s attention. Keep an ear on them, and don’t miss the opportunity to see them live on 12/2 at Baby’s All Right, where Water From Your Eyes are performing alongside Patio for Poppies’ tour return. – Sara Nuta
Philadelphia
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New Yowler LP Available for Streaming
Black Dog In My Path, the new album from Yowler, officially arrives tomorrow via Double Double Whammy. Maryn Jones’ (All Dogs, Saintseneca) songwriting finds a reflective, haunting place, where serenity and grit converge into a spellbinding, personal quest. You can join Jones and friends this evening at PhilaMOCA for Yowler’s record release celebration. They’ll be supported by fellow locals The Goodbye Party and Swanning.
Nashville
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High South plays The Basement on 10.27 to release EP “Change in the Wind”
High South joins the family of American bands who tour around other countries to grow their following before building a base in the U.S. Though the group have a sizable fan base in the States, they’ve spent the years since 2015 making trips to share their music with audiences all across Europe. Now, on the heels of the release of their EP Change in the Wind, the band seek to expand their American footprint. Having just returned from a tour of Germany, High South will perform three shows later this month; one in Chicago, one in Indianapolis, and one at home in Nashville, all to promote their record release. Guest singer-songwriter, LA-based Pearl, will join the band for their shows, adding her voice to each night of High South’s trio of harmonies. Watch the video for High South’s latest single "Make It Better" below, and catch them in Nashville on October 27th at The Basement. – Will Sisskind