Toronto

Laurie – Unique Noise Rock New Single “Anxiety”

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Laurie is a new three piece band from Toronto formed in late 2018. This noise rock trio have dove headfirst into the Toronto scene with their self-proclaimed “sad, existential and often sarcastic music”. Their first single “Anxiety” was released in February and now they have a wild and bright music video to accompany it. Shot by Here Kitty Kitty Productions; this video is a bit bizarre which matches the song perfectly. It also might cause seizures. Be sure to follow them on Facebook so you can catch their next franticly energetic live show!  – Kris Gies

NYC

A Beacon School plays vinyl release show at Baby’s All Right 06.14

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A Beacon School concots a fascinating sonic puzzle in its 2018 record Cola—vibrant electric guitars, exuberant vocals, subtle synthesizer melodies, and evocative musical breakdowns constitute the various elements of this overall dreamy but upbeat album. Songs like “ I Don’t Believe It” and “Glue” ramp up the pace and pound away at punky drum beats to create surprising blends of dream pop and garage rock in part reminiscent of 4AD cult shoegazers Pale Saints. The group is gearing up for a vinyl release of Cola and is celebrating with a performance at Baby’s All Right on June 14. The vinyl will include three unreleased songs from the original album sessions and a clear version limited to 250 copies. Check out “I Don’t Believe It” streaming below. – Rene Cobar

New England

Matthew Mercury loves you, plays record release show at ArtsRiot 06.14

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Mathew Mercury’s music is like a thick and cool slushy for your summer days, a hot and creamy beverage for your crisp fall evenings, with your crush: Matthew Mercury is a sonic supplement for your better moods. The Vermont-based band serves up Strokes-inspired guitar riffs, resonant electro-key embellishments, and elegant drumbeats that could easily get a nod of approval from the late Dennis Davis (in our opinion at least). The band’s identity was formed in a synth-pop crib, but as it matured, it spread its wings to flash indie-rock elements in splendor. Ezra Oklan (Nicole Atkins, Ambulance Ltd, Dwight & Nicole) is spearheading this project and seems to be having fun enjoying the influences his bandmates are bringing to the party. The celebration is ongoing as Matthew Mercury will be playing their record release show June 14th at ArtsRiot in Burlington, VT, and we got a preview of their self-titled debut album for you below. – Rene Cobar

Chicago

Single Premiere: Adem Dalipi “Over and Over”

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We are proud to be able to premiere the new single, “Over and Over”, from Rockford native, Singer-Songwriter, Adem Dalipi.

Dalipi has long allowed his Blues influences shine through in his music, but on “Over and Over” he branches out in a strongly Pop and R&B direction. “Over and Over” will be available on all music services tomorrow, May 31st.

You can catch Adem Dalipi at Rockford City Market on July 26th and at Rockford’s Bite Nite Festival on July 27th.

Philadelphia

New The Tisburys EP Available for Streaming & Purchase

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Led by Tyler Asay, The Tisburys have a new EP, which they’ve titled Wax Nostalgic. Exuberant folk/Americana streams in loose, catchy bursts that hit a personal chord. Meshing a sense of the optimism that one often holds in memories and ideal hypotheticals, there’s a bright, bouncy tone that lifts one up but is countered by a sadness felt in real time. The Tisburys will be performing this evening upstairs at World Cafe Live, where they’ll be joined by The 40th Parallel and Solars.

Philadelphia

New Music Video: “Not Your Token” – Ramona

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Deals, Deals, Deals!, the forthcoming album from Ramona, is scheduled to arrive on June 7 via Red Scare Industries. Directed by Ted Quann, the trio recently shared a new video for its lead single, “Not Your Token”. Agitation over a spilled beverage quickly transforms into a playful, competitive, pinball face off. And those matching/team jogging suits are stellar! Ramona will be performing next in Philly on Friday, June 21 at Kung Fu Necktie, opening for Teenage Bottlerocket, who they are currently accompanying on tour.

NYC

Jess Clinton releases new single “The Runaway”

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Jess Clinton has decades of songwriting experience; she’s spent the last ten years making a name for herself in the crowded New York City scene. In July, she’ll release her new album Real Glass Heart, a collection of intimate stories set to her driving indie folk music. The first single off of the upcoming record, "The Runaway", shows the kind of rich, soulful sound that Clinton crafts for her songs; the dark tones from her high and light voice — which can shift between alto and soprano on a dime — mesh with the crunch of her guitar. Take a listen to "The Runaway", and stay tuned for more from Jess Clinton this summer. – Will Sisskind

NYC

July’s Burger Boogaloo bustin’ a move

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This July marks Burger Boogaloo’s 10th year anniversary show and the Boogaloo folks are really busting out a sweet, sweet lineup. As tradition insisted,  the festival is hosted by purity king John Waters and will feature some solid favorites from the homefront and beyond. A small snippet from the two-day bill includes Jesus and Mary Chain, Shannon the Clams, The Scientists, No Bunny, King Tuff and those Australian sweets, The Chats. Speaking of which, we’ll leave you with this mullet and smoko-filled video as a taste and hope to see you at Mosswood Park this July. Smoko, baby. –Michelle Kicherer, Associate Editor

Chicago

Sean Green @ Cole’s (6/8)

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Multi-Instrumentalist Sean Green is preparing to release the first single, “Driver”, from his forthcoming EP, “Perfume Hill”. Green, who has spent the last couple years performing along side some the City’s most talented musician (J Fernandez, Bunny, wavy i.d., Flesh Panthers, and Girl K), has fresh sound he is calling “Millennial Jazz”. He blends lo-fi sounds and vocals with jazz guitar to create hazy, relaxing, basement lullabies.

His new single “Driver” will be released on June 8th. Below you can hear a single Green released last month called “Something Else”, which is not included on the upcoming EP.

You can catch Sean Green at Cole’s on June 8th with TC Superstar and The Slaps.

Chicago

Twin Peaks Announce Fall Tour

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Twin Peaks announced a Fall Tour this week with a fun announcement video below. The tour will kick off in Detroit on Sept 12th and will include a stop in Chicago on November 29th at The Riv.

The tour will include a European leg in October that will feature support from follow Chicagoans Dehd.

Tickets for the initially dates will go on sale May 31st and you can find the entire schedule here.