Rocket and the Ghost are building up steam and ready to lift off. They just released their self-titled debut EP, which reveals a noteworthy melodic talent. Dig a little deeper into their live performances, and they reveal a complex sound incorporating country, disco, afro-pop, and rock. Lead singer Kiyoshi Matsuyama has some impressive pipes on him. He can pull off a masculine rock sound or switch to gentle falsetto crooning at will. Check out opening track "Daylight" below. If you live around Williamsburg, don’t miss their upcoming show at Pete’s Candy’s Store on November 30, or if you are based in Manhattan, see them at Tammany Hall on December 7.
LINKS: Paul Jordan Talbot’s interview with Rocket and the Ghost.
We added this song to The Deli’s playlist of Best Alt Rock songs by emerging NYC artists – check it out!