Free Energy just premiered a new track this morning called "Get Ready" that is available for free download via Stereogum. The song was written for comedian/writer DC Pierson’s sophomore novel, Crap Kingdom, which is about "a young man who discovers that he’s the Chosen One in a not-that-great magical realm." "Get Ready" is part of a compilation that will also be available for free download and will include contributions from Ted Leo, Jean Grae, the Rosebuds and others. 

Cough Cool, a.k.a. Dan Svizeny, shared another track yesterday from his upcoming album 29 called "Intro to Regret." So far, the samplings from the new record have a warm, heartfelt quality to them beneath all the signature static and fuzz, which might be surprising to some if you happen to follow his often times sardonic tweets. 29 is currently scheduled for release in May via Bathetic Records.

Alt rockers Dear Althea came in determined and outlasted the large field of competitors to become the winner of The Deli Philly’s Best of 2012 Fans’/Readers’ Poll. After returning from a trip to England, we caught up with Ashley Wildes and crew to learn more about the band, the members’ likes, their future plans, and more. You can read our interview with them HERE.

Some footage surfaced of Man Man‘s set from their tour ender this past Saturday at Union Transfer. Here’s a funky new ditty called "Where The Time Goes" that we’ve been grooving out to this morning. Special thanks to Kate Bracaglia for bringing it to our attention and shepritz for sharing. Enjoy!

It’s a new month so that means Tuesday Tune-Out at PhilaMOCA will have a new guest curator. March will be hosted by Philly Music Showcase, and headlining this evening will be instrumental rock four-piece Mohican. The band weaves emotive, tension-and-release jams that post rock fans will surely eat up (or simply rock slowly to with rhythmic head nods). Their soundscapes conjure up a cinematic feel that should sync nicely with the group’s original footage that will be projected during their set. Mohican will also be supported by atmospheric space rockers Edison so get blazed and contemplative tonight. PhilaMOCA, 531 N. 12th St., 8pm, $5, All Ages – H.M. Kauffman

We’re always happy to share with you free music, especially when it comes to getting you into rad shows. Well, we have an opportuinity for you to win a pair of tickets to the Obits (Sub Pop) show this Thursday, March 7 at Underground Arts with Creepoid (No Idea) and LE Yikes SURF CLUB (Grizzly). Just send us an email to thedelimagazinephiladelphia@gmail.com with the subject line “I’m Not Dead Yet!” Also include your cell phone number (in case of emergency) in the body if you’d like. Good luck!

After wrapping up a month-long tour with Man Man this past Saturday at Union Transfer, Christopher Sean Powell, a.k.a. Pow Pow, will be taking you on an intergalactic tropical vacation tonight at Johnny Brenda’s with his solo electronic project Spaceship Aloha. Whether it’s providing the backbone to one of Philly’s most exciting and respected bands, to organizing some of the finest local musicians to perform in his groovy improvisational outfit Adventuredrum, to helping produce the album of rising acts like Grandchildren, to being part of an orchestra and providing music for experimental dance companies, Powell has been an impressive driving force in Philly’s art community. Come out, and shake whatcha mama gave ya when he opens for German IDM duo Mouse On Mars this evening. Johnny Brenda’s, 1201 N. Frankford Ave., 9pm, $19, 21+ (Photo by Data Garden) – H.M. Kauffman

According to Philebrity, The Khyber Pass has installed a new sound system upstairs, and is planning to open itself up as a live music venue once again. We’re looking forward to seeing how that turns out. Stay tuned.

Kurt Vile performed a new song solo called "Never Run Away," which is off his upcoming album Wakin On A Pretty Daze (Matador) due out April 9. It was recorded for Radio K, a student-run radio station at the University of Minnesota, and you can view it HERE.

The Districts, a group of young trailblazers from Lititz, PA., is a band whose popularity is increasingly rising in Philly (thanks in part to the high schoolers being embraced by our local folk/blues community). The group kicked things off for the evening at the North Star Bar with their jazzy blues-infused power rock. The four-piece came out on stage and demanded the eyes and ears of everyone in attendance within just a few strums of their guitars, and immediately every notion of a novice band had been completely thrown out the door. Their age and talent was definitely not an issue. With a variety of song styles ranging from the likes of “Lyla” and “Funeral Beds” with their contemplative folk arrangements that melt your soul like a hot knife through butter to the more up-tempo “Four & Four” and “Long Distance,” which rejuvenated your weathered mind by enticing you to grab a loved one and ecstatically spin with them into tomorrow. The Districts offer a glimpse into the creative minds of the young talent flocking to our not-so-secret-anymore music scene.

The Kingston Springs are a bunch of good ole boys from the middle o nowhere Tennessee, who currently reside in Nashville, and they brought the absolute best arsenal of their backyard classically inspired surf rock, with a twist of southern style and flare. You could hear such jovial and relaxed tones in “1991” and “Sweet Suzie” which made you want to stomp your feet and knock back a few shots of bourbon and PBRs. They’ll be heading on to perform at the Beale Street Music Festival with notables like The Flaming Lips and The Smashing Pumpkins.

Now, brash teenagers, The Orwells, like it loud. They like it really, really loud to say the least. The flower punk band from Elmhurst, IL acknowledged everything that came before them, and set it all on fire with songs like “Mallrats” and “In My Bed” and the timeless charge of “fuck you!” However, you could still find traces of Bowie, David Yow and Iggy Pop in the ashes after the smoke cleared, providing plenty of hope for what they’ll be sharing with us in the future. You can also check out our photos from the evening HERE. – John Clements

More and more, the Philly hip-hop community is making people take notice with their next generation of youthful up-and-coming emcees. With a style that he’s dubbed “The Flow of a New Generation,” Young Savage, a.k.a. Daeshawn Johnson, is proving that he can lay down positive bars, leading the way for a whole new crop of hip-hop artist to follow. The Southwest Philly rapper has his eye on the prize, and thanks to the guidance of his manager and hip-hop veteran Jimmy DaSaint, he understands that a good work ethic is how he’ll be able to reach that brass (or should I say platinum) ring. Savage will be showing off his lyrical skills tonight when he opens for Juelz Santana at The Blockley along with Ground Up, who are certainly making some serious waves of their own. So head out to University City this evening and surf the flow of some standout talent in the local hip-hop scene. The Blockley, 3801 Chestnut St., 9pm, $20 – $40, 18+ – H.M. Kauffman