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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.

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.

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.

Four Visions, 'Closer' – Free MP3 Download

Andrew Poitras — Wed, 08 May 2013 13:00:09 +0000

Brooklyn harbors many fans of both David Foster Wallace and ’80s dance music, but few possess the creative mind of Daniel Abary. The solo artist behind the Slowdive-inspired, ambient-dreamfolk project Four Visions works alone to create his spaced-out compositions before his live band of comrades learns the tracks for shows. Reminiscent of a more poetic [...]

Bridges and Powerlines, 'Bushwick' – Free MP3 Download

Beth Kellmurray — Tue, 07 May 2013 13:00:11 +0000

Bridges and Powerlines continually look for ways to improve upon their sound, citing the harmony-driven three-minute pop-song structure as a driving force behind their music. The indie-pop band has garnered critical success with their 2006 self-titled debut EP and two full-length albums, ‘Ghost Types’ (2008) and ‘Eve’ (2001), which have landed them on some bands-to-watch lists.

Duniven, 'Wouldn't You Know' – Free MP3 Download

Andrew Poitras — Mon, 06 May 2013 13:00:18 +0000

Patrick Duniven’s band plays mature, almost affluent Americana-folk that evokes the spirit of classic rock heroes. The residue of CSNY’s influence is clear; Neil Diamond and Springsteen, too. But this local cult-hero strategically avoids regurgitating their styles, putting his own spin on the scene. Today we’re offering Duniven’s new single ‘Wouldn’t You Know,’ a standout [...]

Wake Island, 'Use It As a Weapon' – Free MP3 Download

Kenneth Partridge — Sun, 05 May 2013 13:00:59 +0000

Truly an international crew, Montreal foursome Wake Island features musicians from Lebanon, Canada and the United States. It’s a brainy band — one of ‘em is studying cell biology — and that really came through on their 2009 debut, ‘Fairytales From the Island,’ an attempt to, in their words, “reach a common center” through elaborate, [...]

The Tribe & Big Cats!, 'Blow It Up With Fire' – Free MP3 Download

Andrew Poitras — Sat, 04 May 2013 13:00:15 +0000

Musically speaking, TruthBeTold and Big Cats! come from wildly different places. TruthBeTold grew up on the south side of Chicago and, inspired by his uncle, began rapping at the age of 6. Big Cats! on the other hand, grew up in the suburbs of St. Paul, Minn., the stepchild of the Twin Cities, studying classical [...]

Mike Marlin, 'The Murderer' – Free MP3 Download

Andrew Poitras — Fri, 03 May 2013 13:00:21 +0000

Britain’s Mike Marlin has carved out a niche for himself by creating music that sounds the way being followed by tragedy must feel. He’s preoccupied by discord, and his songs thrive on the tension that builds between his clashing melodies and throaty, low vocals. Marlin’s story is a classic rebel’s tale, and it’s no wonder [...]

My My Misfire, 'Get Your Fix' – Free MP3 Download

Andrew Poitras — Thu, 02 May 2013 13:00:36 +0000

You can call My My Misfire sleaze rock, but it might actually just be sleaze. Straight wit no “rock” chaser. “I wrote it specifically for strip clubs, no joke,” drummer and founder Aaron Birdsall told Diffuser.fm, describing ‘Get Your Fix,’ today’s free MP3. The dingy anthem is exactly what you’d imagine playing on a black-lit [...]

Japanther, 'Stolen Flowers' – Free MP3 Download

Andrew Poitras — Wed, 01 May 2013 13:00:51 +0000

Just when we thought white guys with guitars had run out of all the ideas that make white guys with guitars interesting, Japanther came along. Theirs isn’t a Brooklyn legend you’ll read about generations later. They’re still active right now, with things like “pick up check from New York State Council for Japanther 3-D” and [...]

The Dead Heads, 'When I'm Dead' – Free MP3 Download

Andrew Poitras — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 13:00:08 +0000

Much like yesterday's free MP3 artist, Bored Nothing, the Dead Heads play blissed-out garage rock. Formed by brothers Oscar and Ali Jeffery and Ferg Davison, the group created a fuzzy, upbeat brand of dazed post-punk even before expanding from a trio to the current five-piece lineup.

Bored Nothing, 'Let Down' – Free MP3 Download

Andrew Poitras — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 13:00:09 +0000

Bored Nothing’s soaking-wet garage fuzz will pull you in like a montage in any classic movie. Lost soul Fergus Miller’s perpetually bored state of wandering Australia truly comes out in his haunting chant and muddy, atmospheric guitar tone. You see, Miller was basically homeless during the years it took him to write his self-titled debut [...]