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New Track: “A Ballerina in Focus” – Honey Radar

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Here’s a short but sweet, lo-fi ditty, "A Ballerina in Focus," that will appear on Honey Radar‘s upcoming album Scorpions Bought Me Breakfast. The bedroom project from Jason Henn also released two others, "The Dolphin Tip" and "Light House Orphan," which won’t be on the new record, but you can stream, and purchase them for download below. They are also available on vinyl (a very limited edition one-sided clear lathe cut) via Indianapolis indie label Third Uncle Records. Enjoy! 

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The Deli Philly’s Year End Poll – Top Performers: Commonwealth Choir

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With the release of their EP Shirtless, Doylestown natives Commonwealth Choir announced their presence with a splash. The Davis Jameson Howley-fronted five-piece seems to have found a natural equilibrium – one that meshes a casually loose energetic tone, while remaining tight musically. That enthusiastic rock/folk atmosphere, coupled with memorable lyrics presented through Howley’s confident vocals and given that extra boost of polished harmonies, has created a buzz. Commonwealth Choir gives off that immediately catchy, carefree feeling that welcomes listeners to join in on their good time. That infectious invitation of crisp, almost unintended intermingling bass/drum/guitar groove, instrumentation and fun bursting hooks made Shirtless a promising first chapter. Commonwealth Choir has laid down an excellent foundation, demonstrating an ability to produce music that is irresistibly enjoyable pop with just enough of a hint of a raw edge. They have a building block that has listeners eager to hear how the next step sounds. (You can view the rest of The Deli Philly’s Best of 2013 Emerging Artists list HERE.) – Michael Colavita

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The Deli Philly’s Year End Poll – Top Performers: Cruiser

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Coming in fourth on The Deli Philly’s Best of 2013 Emerging Artists Poll is not a loss for Cruiser, in fact, nothing could diminish the amazing year the band had experienced. Their single, “Kidnap Me,” received numerous listens on Soundcloud, which helped to really propel things forward for them (also, I’m sure getting some airtime on the popular HBO TV show, Girls, didn’t hurt either). They were recently signed to The Windish Agency, and this summer, they’ll appear amongst some big-name acts during the Firefly Music Festival. Not only was last year a great step forward for the group, 2014 isn’t looking too shabby either. This windfall of success is well-deserved for Cruiser, who released a most enjoyable debut self-titled EP, in 2012, which was produced by Jeremy Park, who is also responsible for Youth Lagoon’s amazing album, The Year of Hibernation. From there, the project, which was originally a solo effort by frontman Andy States, took a step back to evolve as the formation of the band came together, without losing its signature warmth that radiates from each song, even in the cold chill of winter. Their most recent release, “Kidnap Me,” which was produced by Fancy Time Studio’s Kyle “Slick” Johnson, maintained the project’s upbeat pop styling, complemented by a vocal nonchalance that rises and falls like the waves on a beach. And although summer might seem like the most appropriate setting for Cruiser, they have the chops for any season, and 2014 will definitely be their year to prove it. (You can view the rest of The Deli Philly’s Best of 2013 Emerging Artists list HERE.) – Shaylin O’Connell

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New Track: “Skinhead Wedding In Canberra” – Dark Blue

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Seasoned Philly power trio Dark Blue, consisting of John Sharkey III (Clockcleaner, Puerto Rico Flowers), Andy Nelson (Paint It Black, Ceremony, Pet Milk, etc.) and Mike Sneeringer (Purling Hiss, The Loved Ones), just dropped its debut 7" single yesterday via Brooklyn indie label Katorga Works. It’s A-side "Subterranean Man" was already available for streaming, and now you can check out the its B-side "Skinhead Wedding In Canberra" below. The record was produced by Uniform Recording’s Jeff Zeigler. Dark Blue will be celebrating its release next Tuesday, March 4 at PhilaMOCA with Anxiety Hammer.

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Marian Hill Live Performance Debut at The Boot & Saddle Feb. 25

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Producer Jeremy Lloyd and singer Samantha Gongol met and became friends in theater at Haverford Middle School. Like many, they went their separate ways in college, but have found each other once again, forming electro-soul outfit Marian Hill. They are rapidly grabbing the attention of the music world with their already polished sound. Tonight, Lloyd and Gongol will be making their live performance debut headlining The Boot & Saddle, and the evening will be presented by fine, Philly-based music blogs YVYNYL and Portadelphia. Yeah, this might just be your opportunity to say, “I was there when…” The Boot & Saddle, 1131 S. Broad St., 8:30pm, $10, 21+ – H.M. Kauffman

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New The Interest Group EP Available for Streaming & Purchase

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After releasing their debut 7" single, "The Passenger," via Stratosfear Records, The Interest Group have followed it up with self-released five-song record entitled EP 1. You can stream the album in its entirety below. And if you’d like to purchase the EP, you’ll also get a free digital download of their cover by The Network, "The Boys and The Girls."

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Where Is My Mind?: Alex G

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Though we’ve only read interviews with Philly’s own Alex G (a.k.a. Alex Giannascoli) and conversed with him via email, we definitely get a sense that he’s a real genuine guy making music because it’s what comes naturally to him. He works on it in his free time while attending Temple University, and we are sure long after he stops working at all he’ll still be making music. Please take the time to learn more about a burgeoning talent and The Deli Philly’s Year End Readers’/Fans’ Poll Winner, Alex G, HERE.

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New Video: “One Time” (Out Of Town Films) – Marian Hill

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Electropop duo Marian Hill will be making their live performance debut tomorrow night at The Boot Saddle. But you can get a preview of how they’ll sound right now. The good dudes from Out Of Town Films just posted their session with Marian Hill performing their single "One Time" that was recorded at Haverford Middle School’s auditorium, where old friends producer Jeremy Lloyd and singer Samantha Gongol first met (which we’re assuming was a weird and wonderful experience for them – it would certainly be for us).