Hailing out of Northern NJ’s underrated hip hop scene, Topaz Jones is equipped with a sound that’s catchy and all his own. His latest record Arcade is aptly named: it’s a joy to listen to, showcasing bright, flashy production and Jones’ own suave mix of rapping and soul. Following his recent release, Jones just dropped a music video for standout track, "Motion Sickness,"  where he serenades while basked in vibrant light colors, donned in eccentric high fashion and at one point tethered to ballons Pixar’s "Up"-style.  It’s a surreal video that highlights Jones’ unique ability to get bodies moving and minds thinking at the same time. Definitely an artist to watch. — Henry Solotaroff-Webber

Tomorrow, Danger Collective veterans Slow Hollows release their third album Romantic, graduating from the manic inferiority complex of Atelophobia into a more assured compilation of youth retrospectives. The homespun procession of tape warp, appregios, and Austin Feinstein’s somber voice sketches the songwriter’s ennui and rose-tinted glasses. A release party is being held at the Teragram Ballroom for Slow Hollows’ new album, and in 2017, Slow Hollows will support a national tour with Cherry Glazerr, another Slimane select. Listen to the album in its entirety below. – photo by Joey Tobin

Dolly Spartans, whose self titled debut EP was our Record of The Month last year, delivers organic, feel-good pop’n’roll with a side effect of tapping feet and bopping heads. Today, we premiere the band’s new single “I Hear the Dead,” off their upcoming EP ‘Time Sides With No One’. The hint of rasp in Michael Eliran’s voice, the tube crunched guitars, and the dynamic, energetic drums contribute in forging a sound that’s classic and modern at once. Listen for yourself down below. – Ashley Muniz

We are glad to see Buscabulla back in action – the stylish, Brooklyn based Puerto Rican band graced the cover of our magazine back in 2015 (issue #43 of The Deli NYC). The duo recently released a new single entitled “Tártaro,” which came with this elegant video. After an exciting summer during which they toured Chile (!) they are now back in the US on a mini-east-coast-tour with Helado Negro, which included a gig at Bowery Ballroom last night. Looking forward to a new release!

We go a long way with Brooklyn songwriter Frances Cone – she played one of our SXSW shows back in 2013 – and it’s great to see her climb our ‘NYC New Bands With Buzz" top ten chart on this same page. After her 2013 debut album ‘Come Back,’ her releases have been somewhat sporadic, but high in quality. Earlier in 2016, her intimately atmospheric, slow burning single ‘Arizona,’ caused a stir on Spotify, approaching 4 million plays, and opening up a series of show opportunities in reputable venues all along the east coast, including a show at Music Hall of Williasburg on September 30th. Frances and her band’s next show will be at Baby’s All Right on 11.07.

We added this song to The Deli’s playlist of Best mellow songs by emerging NYC artists – check it out!

Brooklyn’s Glass Gang launches into November with a UK tour in support of their new EP, 1 For None. The new release features five tracks filled with echoing guitar fills a la The Edge and buzzing dark synth riffs which evoke visions of Crystal Castles.

Back in July, we posted about the video for the band’s single “Outside Your Love”, which appears on 1 For None. But it’s Glass Gang’s newest track “Ballet” that shines in this collection; with a driving 80s-nostalgic synth bass line and passionate vocals smacking of Robert Smith or Win Butler, it’s a winner. Despite the despair in the lyrics (“When the sun is burning up/Tell me everything’s all right”), “Ballet” encourages dancing.

The band starts their UK tour at Oporto in Leeds on 11/6. They play The Waiting Room in London on 11/8 and Green Door Store in Brighton on 11/9. If you happen to be across the pond, check them out. Otherwise, listen to “Ballet,” below. – Will Sisskind

To some extent, it’s very reassuring to see how many emerging bands in this city are still inspired by the sound of post-punk, a musical wave that developed the DIY attitude of the punk musical revolution in a more creative direction. Brooklyn’s RIPS, whose debut, upcoming album was produced by Austin Brown of NYC post punk masters Parquet Court, has two singles available for streaming, and they showcase a band with solid potential. Speedy track "Delay,’ in particular, with its intriguing blend of guitars and a bass line that’s a pop gem by itself, boasts both attitude and good songwriting chops, while ‘Losing II‘ is a simpler track that sounds like a homage to seminal NYC legends like the Velvet Underground and Television, artists that in many ways anticipated the post punk movement. RIPS is scheduled to play Trans-Pecos on November 5th.

We added this song to The Deli’s playlist of Best songs by emerging NYC artists – check it out!

Ah fall. Whether it’s the poignancy of witnessing a life cycle coming to an end, or simply an evolutionary response to cooling temperatures, the autumnal season always seems to evoke appreciation for one’s cuddle buddy, or frustation at the lack of one. If you’re in the second group, have no fear: jazzy soul outfit, Vinegar Mother is ready to offer their sympathy with their new music video for the title track off their ‘Sunny Seat’ EP, due out 11/18. The song begins with fluid percussion, a chilled electric piano and Julia Zivic’s jazzy lead vocals. At first she sings in depressed sighs, but as her frustration mounts toward an un-special someone, her voice grows more tense – and her psyche more unstable. Echoing this, a horn and guitar part are added over the course of the song, giving it an agitated quality in line with the themes of bitter loss expressed in the lyrics. Score your next one with Vinegar Mother’s new track, and check them out live at The Knitting Factory on 11/8. — Henry Solotaroff-Webber

Here are three brand new music videos released by more established NYC artists we often covered in this blog: Margaret Glaspy, Elliot Moss and BEAU.

Though Buddahgraph Spaceship‘s sound certainly can feel astral at times, don’t be fooled–the band’s strong funk sensibility keeps them firmly planted on earth. With tasty basslines, ethereal synths, and infectious grooves, the VA-based group manages to create hip-swinging funk with a prog-y twist. Catch them live at the Velvet Lounge 11/11 with NAH. and Woodgrove, and be sure to tune them in below.-Olivia Sisinni

I dare you not to fall in love with Snail Mail. The Baltimore-based trio crafts lo-fi, indie-pop ballads that are simple, sweet, but instantly relatable and posess a depth that’s hard to not engage with. Their latest release, Habit, may have a bummer-summer vibe, but you’d be hard pressed to not be humming their tunes after listening the EP. Catch Snail Mail playing The Windup 11/8 with Tony Molina, Wildhoney and Wipeout, and in the meantime stream them below.-Olivia Sisinni

Listening to Pile is kind of like being in the eye of a storm–there are brief moments of calm, punctuated by the cacophony of the hurricane hurling around you. A lot of what makes the band so engaging to listen to is that while they certainly deliver the head-nod worthy riffs of an indie rock band, they’re also explosive and driving–constantly pushing the limits of simple song structures and edging toward blanketing the listener in total noise. The result is an unpredictable sonic experience with expert dynamic play, and gleaming, textbook examples of bridled chaos. If the sky ever cracks open, this may be your soundtrack to the end of the world. Check out Pile 11/17 at Great Scott with Palm and Dust from 1000 Years, and listen to them streaming below.-Olivia Sisinni