Alex G’s new album Beach Music is due out via UK label Domino on October 9. His fresh single “Bug” catches you in the crosshairs of yet another of his mesmerizing lo-fi narrative webs. The former The Deli Philly’s Year End Readers’/Fans’ Poll Winner’s fall tour rolls into First Unitarian Church November 14 with Girlpool and Eskimeaux.

The Extraordinaires produce an entertaining multi-dimensional sound. Beginning with strolling keys and a dash of lively brass, their inviting lyrical tales transport listeners to a creative environment were musical moments carry plot lines. Rich with flowing instrumental adaption and time-honored vocal harmony, the band captures an inherent flight of the imagination that lifts one’s spirits in vivid infectious fashion. Tonight, at the Pharmacy, those casual airy vibes will be juxtaposed by the scuzzy noise-rocking exploits of Drums Like Machines who industrial sound reaches toward the future. A pair of New York-based ambient rock artists, Spreaders and Matt Luczak, round out an evening that shifts the borders of traditional sound. The Pharmacy (Please contact one of the acts or venue for more info.) 9pm., All Ages –Michael Colavita

With his latest single “Lay Down”, Aaron Livingston a.k.a. Son Little soulfully serenades as delicate wisps of guitar and a gospel background vocals cultivate an air of intimacy. The reassuring warmth of his vocals gradually raises the temperature as the song simmers. Son Little’s self-titled debut is slated for an October 16 release via ANTI-. He will perform August 20 at Underground Arts, on a Red Bull Sound Select bill that also includes Bilal and Kate Faust. 

 Moor Mother Goddess a.k.a. Camae Defstar recently released a self-titled EP. The EP, which is available on cassette via Vague Audio Tapes, pushes the parameters of exploratory hip-hop.  These setting shifting compositions provide a new perspective. Moor Mother Goddess performs August14 at The Art Church as part of ROCKERS BBQ Weekend.

Take a listen to “Bird Bath Math” off of Honey Radar’s latest EP The Cop’s Dream. Available via Milwaukee’s Stale Heat Records, the Jason Henn’s spoken from the mountain top vocals find a casual jangly guitar and snappy percussion in the psych-garage valley. Honey Radar drifts into PhilaMOCA August 28 with Sheer Mag and Royal Headache.

Tearing down the walls, Sad Actor’s new EP Trouble Everyday exposes an erupting emotional core. Brooding physically strained vocals ride a cavalcade of storming sonic notes approaching your door. Before too long, it’s raining everywhere. Sad Actor performs at Ortlieb’s September 4 with Dirty Dishes as part of Deviant Philly’s launch party. 

Grandchildren crafts complex orchestral pop utilizing a diverse instrumental toolbox. The band’s new album ZUNI is due out via Ernest Jenning Record Co. on August 28. This video of “Nothing” retains an inherent vibrancy despite drifting momentarily in a gloomy direction. Catch their album release show August 28 at Johnny Brenda’s with Spaceship Aloha and White Bike.

 Folk-rock quartet Dead Tenors has released a new song “Jailbird”.  Featured on the band’s forthcoming release APES, the song incorporates a one-sided confessional monologue with tension relieving instrumental backlash. Currently on the road, the band returns home for their record release show August 27 at PhilaMOCA with at Upholstery, Ohbree, and Ganou.

Shari Heck’s (Cyberbully Mom Club) new solo project ÒOR has a self-titled album scheduled for release this month. “Everyone I Love” fuses a warm meditative stream of consciousness into that bedroom pop sound. Embrace that sense of peaceful contemplation.

 NAH aka Mike Kuhn (former 1994!) has released a new LP Light as Fuck. The album (which is split into two 12 minutes sides) blasts off into the stratosphere. An arsenal of bombarding electronic, percussive beats dictates a futuristic aggression. These kick in the door jams will sharpen the senses as one dives into the week ahead.