Can’t say goodbye to the warm summer breeze and cool ocean waves? Just put on those headphones and turn up Run Koko, Hey Anna’s sunny, nostalgic indie-pop album from 2015. In just a few seconds, a reverb-drenched guitar will open up the sky, spacey synths will sparkle like sun on waves, drums and bass will paint the horizon with a delicate, eclectic groove, and dreamy mezzo vocals will flux and flow like the sea – and if you need help visualizing that look no further than the video for opening track "Island." We are streaming below their darker one (and set in a more familiar city environment) for shoegazy single ‘Anaphaze.". Get a taste of the band’s soothing soundscape on September 24 at the Mercury Lounge, before they sail off on a three week, fall US tour with The Boxer Rebellion.

Some of the most imaginative music is created when musical instruments are treated like toys, rather than serious objects that require a lot of practicing to be mastered, implying that conventional instrumental technique might actually harness creativity. If that’s the philosophical premise of punk and post punk, since the late ’90s the DIY movement has been slowly extending its influence to other musical genres. NYC songwriter and programmer Emily Reo seem to share this approach, crafting whimsical pop songs based on simple but carefully chosen programmed sounds and drum beats, and featuring melodic vocals that, more often than not, are filtered through electronic harmonizers. The result is rather peculiar: her music is playful and ethereal to the point of sounding almost abstract – so much so that we are tempted to label it "Rainbow Pop."
Even though Reo hasn’t released any new material in three years, she’ll have a rather prestigious show at Baby’s All Right on October 6th. Check out the video for aptly named single ‘Rainbow Road.’

The newest bare-knuckled single/video combo from Brooklyn-based duo Crushed Out, "Love Howl," delivers blaring, bluesy garage rock reminiscent of powerful bands like Jack White’s side project Dead Weather. The track lives up to its name, with vocals yelping their way through fuzzy guitars, and a primal drumbeat. The video is DIY-ish but drips with animal magnetism, pairing the tune with images of mystical, half-human creatures losing themselves to their mating calls. (Why humans don’t do mating calls by the way? Let’s bring them back, NYC!) Be sure to catch Crushed Out at their Le Poisson Rogue album release show on September 28 with High Waisted, Caged Animals, and Prima. –Olivia Sisinni

On her Soundcloud profile, NYC RnB artist Miranda Inzunza says she "lowkey, wants to be the female Drake" and, although she still has a loooong way to go, she might be on the right path. Her output to date bears some sonic but mostly thematic (the lady doesn’t rap) resemblances to the music of the self described "God of Toronto." Floating on gracefully produced atmospheric tracks flirting with trip hop and ambient, her vocals have the perfect weight to them, allowing her lyrics, often about the pitfalls of relationships, to feel completely genuine, rather than sappy or overwrought. On her latest "Take (feat. JAHS)" she sings over airy, electronic and slightly trappy production about a partner that only "takes, takes, takes;" the beat perfectly emphasizes the vocals/lyrics and vice versa. Our favorit track ‘The Beginning’ (streaming below) is a dreamy electronic track expressing the love for the initial stages of relationships. Miranda Inanunza is one to watch, and if you happen to be in NYC, you can do so live at SOB’s on 9/26. — Henry Solotaroff-Webber

I was at Otis Mountain Get Down this weekend in Elizabethtown, NY, and the band Khruangbin headlined Saturday night and provided me with one of the best musical experiences of my entire life. Aside from the fact that Otis is my favorite music festival, this was just the most amazing psych-rock band to see late at night. They’re a trio from Houston, Texas, and they draw inspiration from the late-’60s psychedelic funk stylings of Thailand. They had an amazing vibe, and incredibly subtle-yet-tight drummer (think Bernard Purdie), and the flyest guitar sounds. 

It’s also worth mentioning that Otis is an incredible music festival. The curator, Quillan George, lives in Oregon now but went to college in Burlington and was/is a big part of the music curation scene there. The whole lineup was stellar. The band Lewis Del Mar (on the cover of The Deli’s 2016 SXSW issue) was also really amazing. – Dan Rome

Pair up Jimi Hendrix’s penchant for psychedelia and Luda’s gravelly inflection and you get a close approximation to the Jersey-cum-Queens rapper affectionately known as Googie. Prolific member of the intrepid Karma Kids label, Goog’s newest album ‘Tis What ‘Tis builds on an already impressive catalog of work with a tighter, more polished, and enthralling release. The Deli is proud to premiere his new video for “Big Mouth Arcade.” Produced by Blockhead, this banger is a glimpse at his mania via the streets of his West New York neighborhood. ‘Tis What ‘Tis is available here. – BrokeMc

With their elegant blend of bluegrass, folk, and chamber music, Brooklyn indie-folk band Goldfeather is on a mission to enchant you with a perfectly interlaced entourage of instruments. Sarah Goldfeather’s violin, Nathan Koci’s banjo and accordion, Dylan McKinstry’s mandolin, Katie Martucci’s guitar, and Pat Swoboda’s double bass surround the sweet-sounding vibrancy of Sarah’s vocals with  dream-like arrangements. The band’s signature three-part vocal harmony serves to heighten Sarah’s fluctuating melodies, resolve musical tension, and add a rich texture to the group’s overall sound. You can experience Goldfeather live at Rockwood Music Hall on September 19th, when they’ll celebrate the release of their debut album Patchwork Quilt. – Ashley E. Muniz

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

We are here, desperately tapping the big HELP button on our Life Alert pendant because the latest release from NYC’s Bangladeafy has left us bowled over on the floor. Narcopaloma, the band’s newest EP, is an unrelenting chaos machine, delivering proggy riffage at its absolute best–there’s not a single passage on here that feels either half baked or overworked. The duo of Jon Ehlers and Atif Haq also drop such technically intense licks that any four-piece band would be left eating their dust. Make no mistake, Narcopaloma is a mammoth work (well deserving of multiple listens), but it manages to feel consistently innovative rather than overly indulgent. The record kicks off with "Termites," a frenzied, sonic bomb that deals in both sledge-hammer, driving, brutishness, and jazzy, finessed grooves. "Act Like An Adult," the album’s third track, bursts its way through melodies, and puts Haq’s slick drum chops on full display. The EP’s devilish bends and turns culminate in "Trillionaire," a tune that somehow forges the band’s melodic mathcore affection with Latin-feel ostinato. It’s an unlikely match, but then again, there’s nothing predictable about this band. Check out "Termites" off Narcopaloma streaming below, and seriously, do yourself a favor and check out Bangladeafy playing with Seven)Suns and Cleric 9/27 at St. Vitus. We‘ll hedge our bets now that these are guys to watch. – Olivia Sisinni

Brooklyn based (via Maryland and the Philippines) electronic musician Antonio Cuna, better known as Sweater Beats, is wrapping up the summer with the announcement of his brand new “For The Cold” EP (on Big Beat Records), his debut live tour of the same name, and ainfectious new single titled “Better” (streaming below) that blends the chilled atmospheres of trip hop with the melodic substance of synth pop. The young man has been working with several heavy weights on tracks and remixes including Diplo, Omarion, Chance the Rapper, Flume and Chet Faker just to name a few. His debut tour will bring him to the Music Hall of Williamsburg on November 26th. – Photo by Jasmine Safaeian

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

Combing lush vocal harmonies and smart, dance-y, instrumental layers, Yoke Lore creates tunes that have the force of a formidable sonic front, but still manage to soundm sincere. Though his tracks reflect a ready-for-airwaves sheen, there’s nothing about the Brooklyn-based artist’s music that seems rote, and his work is at once accessible and soul-baring. The man was asked to open for like-minded NYC musician Eliot Moss on his upcoming east coast tour, and the two will be sharing the stage of the Bowery Ballroom on September 22nd. Recently, Yoke Lore made The Deli privy to his wide range of influences, and what goes on during his creative process. – Olivia Sisinni, Photo by Jacob Wayler

Delicious Audio’s interview with Yoke Lore about the creative process.

Have you ever had one of those nights where you accidentally end up spending dusk to dawn with another person? The Majorleans "Sunrise Mary" is a warm, driving tune that could easily be the soundtrack for one of those cathartic nights. In the video, the NYC-based folk rock band crafts a boy/girl narrative, but – set against the backdrop of late-night streets (and an early morning beach rendezvous) – the picture feels instantly familiar and immediately relatable. The video pairs well with the song, which itself showcases the band’s prowess for creating strong narratives, while feeling delicate without being fragile. Watch the premiere of the "Sunrise Mary" music video below, and catch the Majorleans Saturday September 17th at the Bonnie Festival in Astoria, Queens and also playing an acoustic set at The Wren on Bowery on Sunday September 18th.  Keep your eyes peeled for their new record, Carouser’s End, coming out later this fall. – Olivia Sisinni

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Brooklyn dance/elcctropop band Superhuman Happiness is the project of saxophonist Stuart Bogie, who has recently toured with Arcade Fire & Iron & Wine, and is also a member of Antibalas. The criminally underrated trio, plays imaginative avant-pop infused with strong percussive elements and – of course – a fair amount of brass. They released their most recent album Escape Velocity via Royal Potato Family in Sept. 2015 and are currently working on new music, and will be performing on October 6th at Rough Trade. Check out their latest two singles ‘Drawing Lines’ and ‘Well, Well, Well,’ streaming below.

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