Here we are on the fledgling wings of yet another year, thousands of bands vying for our attention in a sea of Soundcloud links, drop dates and nervously planned record release gigs. On days like this I’m glad to be a lowly consumer rather than an actual musician. While it makes me sound lazy (and… Continue reading Twenty fifteen and Crushed Beaks
Tag: Indie Rock
Pretties for You
Pretties for You (oh hey, Alice Cooper) did well in choosing their band name. Their music is exactly what I’d expect, which isn’t a bad thing. Female vocals, abundant energy, in-your-face rock. Intense passion oozes from Martina Forsgren’s voice and the unrefinedĀ sounds follow. Another thing going for Pretties for You is that they’re from Sweden.… Continue reading Pretties for You
[MP3] Angela Perley & The Howlin’ Moons: “Hurricane”
You can see the opening scene to a TV show in this Angela Perley & The Howlin’ Moons song. The main character is purposefully walking, or jogging in the morning, or doing something mischievous that makes them look and feel superior to all else. You know what I’m talking about. “Hurricane” takes on a life… Continue reading [MP3] Angela Perley & The Howlin’ Moons: “Hurricane”
Peggy Sue: “Idle”
Tragic events have afflicted my hometown this past week, one hitting closer to me personally, but both just as heartbreaking. It’s the small things in life that we don’t pay any attention to until it’s too late, and often not even then, that help us become whole. We all work. We all look for a… Continue reading Peggy Sue: “Idle”
Nothing Romantic About UK’s Savages
“The world used to be silent / Now it has too many voices.” – Savages (Silence Yourself Manifesto) As I prepare to see Savages at theĀ Fonda TheatreĀ in L.A. tonight, I look back at my first experience seeing this band earlier this year. Jerking her head back-and-forth, with sudden and purposeful movements, Jehnny Beth’s dark, piercing… Continue reading Nothing Romantic About UK’s Savages
Spires
With vocals reminiscent of Britt Daniel (Spoon) and a definitive Britpop vibe, Spires is bringing back the feel good 1990s. The NYC foursome is picking up local steam and looking to make a name for themselves outside the city. Their debut 7” and digital single “Candy Flip” is slated for official release October 8, but… Continue reading Spires
Cold Country
He knew he was done. He hadn’t been doing quality work in a while, and frankly he didn’t care. He was going to head home to his parents, who at this point woke up at 4 am, tended to the garden, read the newspaper, left the stove top on all day in case something needed… Continue reading Cold Country
The Darcys: “The River”
It’s time for a little late night drive. Passing through city lights, everyone out and wasted, I’m pretending to know their conversations. Windows closed, the silence in my car larger than the life outside of it. Some holding hands, others dancing on the sidewalks, more running through the streets. I grip the cold steering wheel,… Continue reading The Darcys: “The River”
Buffalo Rodeo
Monday can be the best day of your week if you’re willing to make it happen. Buffalo Rodeo’s brand of kinetic upstart indie rock is sure to give a jolt to anyone’s fresh work week despair. And if you’re happy-go-lucky ALL THE TIME, this Bowling Green, Kentucky group should be right up your alley. Home… Continue reading Buffalo Rodeo
Good Graeff
Is it possible to mix angst with elation? These girls (twins!) think so. If you like, head on over to their Kickstarter page and see how you can support ’em. Good Graeff on the web | Facebook