Tag: Bandcamp
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New Music: Max Rauch – “Willowbrook Mall”
The LKFFCT frontman Max Rauch pays homage to a New Jersey staple on his latest solo single. READ MORE…
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Episode 139: Stupid Famous! (with Clay Puddester & Stephanie Matos of Young Doctors In Love)
Adrian makes his debut as a music video director. With special guests Clay Puddester and Stephanie Matos of the Canadian indie pop band Young Doctors In Love. READ MORE…
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Videos: Modern Chemistry – “Everything In Gold”
Last spring, New Jersey’s Modern Chemistry wowed listeners with their third EP, Dreaming Adjacent, which marked Taking Back Sunday frontman Adam Lazzara’s debut as a producer. Now a trio, the New Brunswick band continues to mature as musicians, continually adding layers of subtlety and nuance into their already impressive repertoire. In speaking with Substream Magazine,… READ MORE…
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Review: Ex-Girlfriends – “You’re Next EP”
With each release, Little Dickman Records continues to build a dizzying array of “f**k-you-if-you’re-not-in-for-a-good-time” garage rock that isn’t afraid of getting a little weird. The indie label hailing from Asbury Park, NJ has a keen ear (and eye) for assembling dedicated artists that are a just a little left of center. Little Dickman’s latest acquisition,… READ MORE…
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Videos: Hey Anna – “Kinda Love” (NPR Tiny Desk Contest)
Brooklyn’s Hey Anna delivers a unique brand of sincere, feel-good indie pop that’s so freakin’ catchy it should be made illegal…almost. From the moment I first hit the “play” button on 2012’s Hey Anna EP, it was abundantly clear that not only was their music fun, but the band was having genuine fun playing together. That… READ MORE…
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New Music: Vasudeva – “Take Away”
Instrumental math-rockers Vasudeva have spent over 8 years as New Jersey’s best kept secret in the Indie Rock scene. Though, to be fair, the word “secret” no longer applies to them anymore. 2016 alone has seen the trio play some incredible shows, from the UK’s ArcTanGent festival to the legendary FEST in Gainsville, Florida. The… READ MORE…
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New Music: YJY – “Through Being Hip”
It’s no surprise that surf rock quartet YJY are still riding the massive wave that formed in the wake 2015’s critically acclaimed EP, Couch Surfin’ USA. The album has been lauded by local publications such as Speak Into My Good Eye and Jersey Beat, so what are the boys from Hightstown, NJ planning to do for an… READ MORE…
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New Music: LKFFCT – “Howlin’ Alarm”
One of the many issues I have with summer music releases is that artists and labels will often feel the need to craft the “quintessential party anthem.” On one end it makes sense: students are out of school and people will no doubt be gearing up for vacations, barbecues and beach outings. But what about… READ MORE…
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Episode 60: Reality 2.0 (with Joe Darone)
Adrian ponders the future of the music industry with New Jersey-based musician Joe Darone of the band Suit of Lights. READ MORE…
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Episode 52: Love & Rocket Pops (with Kate Bresnahan)
Adrian and illustrator/musician Kate Bresnahan meet their heroes…and occasionally trip them. READ MORE…
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Review: France – “Remember Kids, Your Pigeon Is Sacred”
In this business of music/art, versatility always pays off in the long run, a belief that Clifton NJ’s France appear to have reinforced on their latest EP Remember Kids, Your Pigeon Is Sacred. The two-track EP barely hits the 7-minute mark, but there’s definitely a “quality over quantity” principle at play here. “Big Kids” sticks to a trusty… READ MORE…
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New Music: Time Travels – “Secret”
After hearing these guys featured on the last night’s episode of The Neeshcast I had to spread the love. Time Travels is an Indie Rock band hailing from Hudson Valley, NY and their latest single “Secrets” (off the upcoming EP of the same name) is the epitome of “catchy.” Frank McGinnis kicks out the Ben Folds-style… READ MORE…
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New Music: Vales – “Scripted”
Cornwall, UK band Vales have released “Scripted,” the first single off their upcoming full-length album due this Summer. This follows last years’ Clarity EP, both of which will be released via 6131 Records. The melodic hardcore act is currently embarking on their first-ever US tour, including a show tonight in Brooklyn, NY at The Acheron with… READ MORE…
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Player 1 Press Start: “8-Bit Lebowski: 100% Electronic”
I think it’s safe to say that my impromptu birthday party last night went well. Unfortunately I got a little carried away by the end of the night. I went on something of a music bender and woke up the next morning next to some strange EPs. Now that I’ve had a few hours to… READ MORE…
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Videos: Lux Lisbon – “Get Some Scars”
Pack your bags, dear readers! Hobsnobbery is leaving the comfort of its New Jersey home and hopping the pond to London to check in on Lux Lisbon. I first heard these guys back in the Summer of 2011 during one of my many late-night Bandcamp shopping binges. I swear, I was completely addicted to “We… READ MORE…
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Videos: Janet LaBelle – “You Don’t Get It (So Forget It)”
While we’re on the subject of artists participating in a certain music festival, today’s video comes to us courtesy of Brooklyn-based Singer/Songwriter Janet LaBelle. “You Don’t Get It (So Forget It),” is a B-Side to the single Just A Little Rain released in 2012. Shot on location in Griffith Park, Los Angeles, the video takes a stripped-down… READ MORE…
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Videos: Reese Van Riper – “Mama’s Soul” (Live)
Reese Van Riper have posted a video of their performance of a brand new song “Mama’s Soul.” The video was shot on location in Maxwell’s in Hoboken NJ as part of the Tiny Giant Winter Beach Ball, a three day music event which spanned four NJ cities. Some of the other acts featured in this… READ MORE…
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New Music: Lionel Pryor – “Gold Coins”
Hasbrouck Heights, NJ’s very own “Instru-Metal” trio Lionel Pryor are ringing in the New Year by releasing a new track “Gold Coins.” I don’t know if the band has been listening to a lot of High On Fire lately, but this song is drenched in Sludge/Stoner Metal goodness. It’s a mild departure from the Thrash/Prog elements heard… READ MORE…
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New Music: “Hey Sandy, We’re Still Here: A Hurricane Benefit”
It goes without saying that New Jersey is still dealing with the devastation in the wake of Hurricane Sandy. Long after the “Frankenstorm” ripped through the East Coast there are still plenty without power, heat or even homes. There have been several benefit events lined up to aid in donating money. It’s awesome to see… READ MORE…
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Videos: Ocean City Defender – “The Golden Hour”
Musically speaking I’m a sucker for a lot of things: a slick bass line, almost any and all female-fronted rock groups, the list goes on. Perhaps it has to do with being born in the 80’s and being a fan of the music at the time, but I also have a huge weakness for Synth-Pop.… READ MORE…