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Six New Bands You Should Hear

Six New Bands You Should Hear

There is always a glut of new music to hear around CMJ time and from that glut certain bands and musicians stand out. Here’s a list of some of my favorite new bands (in no particular order):

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Neon Indian is the latest project from producer Alan Palomo of VEGA. His tunes are poppy and joyful, but not cheesy. While the stuff sounds professional, he did it in his bedroom so it doesn’t suffer from over-production and you’re left with fun… More »

Some (small) Shows This Week

Some (small) Shows This Week

If you are still recovering from the 3-day weekend, get over it and get ready to go out this week, starting tonight! Here are some shows at some of the smaller venues in the city going on this week:

Here We Go Magic aka Luke Temple aka some music I am really into right now, is playing a FREE show tonight at Union Pool with Midnight Masses before he heads out on tour with the one and only Grizzly Bear. If… More »

What I’m Listening To Now

What I'm Listening To Now

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Ann Courtney and The Late Bloomers

A lot of great songs have come out so far this year so I thought I would give you a heads up on some of my favorites that I’m currently listening to (in no particular order):

“Seven” by Fever Ray
“Don’t Be A Fading Bruise” by Ann Courtney and The Late Bloomers
“Lakeside” by Blk Jks
“Andrew” by Crystal Antlers
“Fake IDs” by Deleted Scenes
“Evangeline” by Handsome Furs
“Bits & Pieces” by Junior Boys
“Sleepyhead” by Passion… More »