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Black Clouds, 'I'll Be Gone' – Free MP3 Download

Beth Kellmurray — Thu, 23 May 2013 13:00:08 +0000

New Jersey’s Black Clouds make pure, unadulterated rock ‘n’ roll. The foursome doesn’t fall prey to gimmicks or what’s in vogue. Rather, they pride themselves on a do-it-yourself approach and put plenty of passion and drive behind their music. This has led to two LPs -- 2008’s ‘Wishing Well’ and 2012’s ‘Better Days’ -- both of which the band funded, recorded and produced.

Japanther Talk Politics, Eating Healthy, Art Research + More

Devon Antonetti — Wed, 22 May 2013 14:30:22 +0000

Noisey punk duo Japanther is undoubtedly more about the live experience than your typical rock band. While some groups rely on smoke and mirrors onstage, bandmates Matt Reilly (bass, keyboard, vocals) and Ian Vanek (drums, vocals), who met at art school in Brooklyn, would rather play atop New York City bridges (and almost get arrested for it) or enlist synchronized swimmers to do the work of traditional backup dancers. They even played a 84-hour marathon set on a spinning platform for a piece called 'It Never Seems to End.'

Sharks Discuss New 'Selfhood' Album, Morrissey's Glam Period and a Possible U.S. Move

Kenneth Partridge — Wed, 22 May 2013 13:45:32 +0000

Early in his recent chat with Diffuser.fm, Sharks singer and guitarist James Mattock revealed that his band is plotting a trip to America -- and not just to tour. The U.K. foursome is thinking of relocating, and while their sound owes much to homegrown influences -- the Clash, most notably -- such a move would make sense. Sharks' biggest tours have been with American roots-punk heavies Social Distortion and the Gaslight Anthem, and they're arguably more popular here than they are at home. They're even signed to Oregon-based Rise Records, which recently released 'Selfhood,' their second full-length set of brisk pop-punk burners.

Fat History Month, 'The Future' – Free MP3 Download

Beth Kellmurray — Wed, 22 May 2013 13:00:09 +0000

Fat History Month’s sophomore LP, ‘Bad History Month,’ arrived on the heels of much praise for their debut album, ‘F—ing Despair.’ As the album titles might indicate, this Boston indie-rock duo doesn’t take itself too seriously, or maybe it takes itself entirely too seriously — it’s hard to tell. Jeff Meff (guitar, vocals) and Bob [...]

Snowden, 'The Beat Comes' – Free MP3 Download

Cameron Matthews — Tue, 21 May 2013 13:00:15 +0000

Jordan Jeffares is the brains behind Snowden, a nomadic rock project whose music sounds like apocalyptic yet danceable Britpop. His latest album, ‘No One in Control,’ comes after a period in which he spent years journeying across the continental United States and Europe, picking up striking sonic artifacts along the way. The single ‘The Beat [...]

The Last Bison Explain How Faith and the Civil War Influence Their Music

Devon Antonetti — Mon, 20 May 2013 19:52:39 +0000

A true “family band,” the Last Bison feature frontman Ben Hardesty; his father, Dan; and his sister Annah, as well as brothers Jay and Andrew Benfante. The Virginia-based seven-piece folk outfit — which also includes members Amos Housworthand Teresa Totheroh — even titled their 2012 debut album ‘Inheritance,’ a fitting name for the musical chops handed down [...]

Smoke Fairies, 'The Three of Us' – Free MP3 Download

Cameron Matthews — Mon, 20 May 2013 13:00:12 +0000

London duo Smoke Fairies are in a boxy cadillac, burning through delta-blues cassettes, headed for a ‘Thelma & Louise’-style fiery demise. Well, maybe not … but that’s what their single “The Three of Us” sounds like. A repetitive riff acts as the song’s motor, propelling it forward with steam worthy of a John Parish tune. [...]

Marah in the Mainsail, 'Drag You Down' – Free MP3 Download

Beth Kellmurray — Sun, 19 May 2013 13:00:00 +0000

When Marah in the Mainsail, a Minneapolis indie-folk quartet, say their debut EP, ‘Devil Weeds & Dour Deeds,’ is a concept album, comparisons with the Decembrists and Mumford and Sons immediately spring to mind, and rightfully so. But the foursome take a decidedly more aggressive tone than their indie-folk contemporaries, offering bluegrass-folk infused with punk and hardcore influences. The outcome allows them stand out from the pack.

Bankrupt, 'Monday Morning' – Free MP3 Downlad

Cameron Matthews — Sat, 18 May 2013 13:00:27 +0000

Punk worship made its way to Budapest, Hungary, approximately 17 years ago, and that led to the creation of the Eastern European state’s most infectious rock protégées: Bankrupt. The melodic three-piece’s newest EP, ‘Goodbye Blue Monday,’ is a bit idiosyncratic — that is, a lot can get lost in translation — but it remains a [...]

Have Mercy, 'This Old Ark' – Free MP3 Download

Cameron Matthews — Fri, 17 May 2013 13:00:18 +0000

Emo has certainly evolved from its primordial beginnings. From the intricate melodies of Sunny Day Real Estate, the genre took a discouraging detour through screamo, which ultimately killed the whole movement … or did it? In recent years, the 20-somethings that were dedicated to emo’s initial proliferation in their young teenage years have themselves begun [...]

The Shakers, 'The Weight' – Free MP3 Download

Beth Kellmurray — Thu, 16 May 2013 13:00:07 +0000

The Shakers have taken L.A. by storm, playing sold-out shows at venues like the Viper Room and Roxy Theatre, and with the help of their fans, they intend to keep on that trajectory with the summer 2013 release of ‘Rescue Team.’ For this foursome, it’s all about the pursuit of rock ‘n’ roll aspirations, and singer Jodie Schell bets that her “heart might just explode” the day they can pursuit them full-time.

Wonky Doll and the Echo, 'The Cut' – Free MP3 Download

Beth Kellmurray — Wed, 15 May 2013 13:00:10 +0000

Greek indie-rockers Wonky Doll and the Echo have created a post-punk, shoegaze sound that has earned them high praise and a busy schedule performing in Athens. The quartet, formed in 2010, includes singer-guitarist George Lemons, singer-bassist YIOS, drummer Octapus and Konstantinos Antonakoglou on synth, piano and guitar. Their debut album, ‘Pleasant Thoughts,’ was touted as one of the top international indie releases on various music blogs and sites.

Secret Colours Discuss Stepping Out of the 'New Psychedelic' Bubble

Kenneth Partridge — Tue, 14 May 2013 19:49:41 +0000

Secret Colours have one of the least appropriate band names on the planet. The Chicago rockers have made absolutely no secret about what colors their sound, and really, why would they? They could lie and say they're not into '60s garage and psychedelia and '90s Britpop and shoegaze, but their 2010 self-titled debut outs them as unabashed fans of the Jesus and Mary Chain, Stone Roses and Brian Jonestown Massacre. So are lots of other bands, and following the release of that first album, the group got in good with the giants of their backward-looking, pedal-stomping scene. They've since shared stages with the likes of the Raveonettes and Warlocks and fuzzed it up at such festivals as Austin's Psych Fest.

Mary Goes Wild, 'To the Shore' – Free MP3 Download

Beth Kellmurray — Tue, 14 May 2013 13:00:52 +0000

From their home recordings right down to their live performances, Mary Goes Wild strive for simplicity in their music. That’s also true in terms of instrumentation, as Danny and Freddy Wild bash away with just guitar, drums and vocals. Founded in 2012 and hailing from Munich, Germany, the duo takes pride in their work methods, [...]

Mission South, 'Peaches' – Free MP3 Download

Beth Kellmurray — Mon, 13 May 2013 13:00:17 +0000

Mission South have been on the rise since the release of ‘Migration Vol. 2' -- the second installment in a trilogy of EPs -- earlier this year. The roots-rock trio from Washington, D.C., features Dan Miller (vocals, guitar), John Beck (bass) and Max Harwood (drums) -- childhood friends who have been on the road or in the studio since graduating from college in 2012.

Bad Pilgrim, 'Emily' – Free MP3 Download

Cameron Matthews — Sun, 12 May 2013 13:00:11 +0000

North Jersey punks Bad Pilgrim have an affliction — but they don’t know it yet. The band’s single ‘Emily’ is filled with a deadly concoction of distorted ska and admiration for a manic pixie dream girl. Trust us, you’ve seen it before: Man falls head over heels for a super-cool girl, writes a song about [...]

Slander, 'Magnets' – Free MP3 Download

Cameron Matthews — Sat, 11 May 2013 13:00:49 +0000

And suddenly a thrashing blur emanated from Mystic, Ct. … This mythos is an apt description of post-punks Slander and their latest single ‘Magnets,’ a roaring anthem filled with dark rock goodness.   Singer Julia Farrar, surrounded by glass-shattering guitars, howls through the song like a young Karen O, screaming, “I can make you want it!” [...]

Jay Arner, 'Don't Remind Me' – Free MP3 Download

Beth Kellmurray — Fri, 10 May 2013 13:00:18 +0000

Vancouver singer-songwriter Jay Arner is pushing himself out of his comfort zone on his forthcoming self-titled album. In his Mint Records artist statement, the singer says that in the past, he's immersed and disguised himself within bands due to his shy personality. The intentions behind the record are clear in the album art, which is a close-up portrait of the musician.

Ann Pragg: The Crucial Cut Interview

Kenneth Partridge — Thu, 09 May 2013 14:00:16 +0000

As Matt Radick admits, it's "pretty obvious" the songs on 'Bitter Fruit,' his debut album under the mysterious nom de alt-folk Ann Pragg, come from "dark and confusing places." Indeed, the record (released earlier this week and streaming in full below) is a thing of stark, meditative beauty. Opener 'Demolition Dust,' a Diffuser.fm free MP3 download back in March, sets the mood for the subsequent 10 tracks, and despite the air of desolation and decay -- it's about the end of the world -- it must resonate with listeners. The tune earned Radick first place in our first ever Crucial Cut of the Month contest.

EndAnd, 'Snow Song' – Free MP3 Download

Beth Kellmurray — Thu, 09 May 2013 13:00:51 +0000

The EndAnd story is a family affair of sorts. The band’s history is one of collaboration by members of King Killer Studios in Brooklyn. What began as a duo featuring singer-guitarist Daniel Fern and drummer Mike Morales expanded to a trio when they asked bassist Bill Fitzgerald -- he of fellow King Killer band Capita Clip -- to join the effort. A week later, Fitzgerald was onstage performing EndAnd’s 2012 debut, ‘Adventures of Fi in Space,’ at its record-release show.