Wrecking Ball ATL, taking place in Atlanta on August 8th and 9th
The Wrecking Ball Festival celebrates all things rock, punk rock, and hardcore. Taking place at the legendary Atlanta venue, the Masquerade, this years’ Wrecking Ball … Read more
Richard Thompson New Track “All Buttoned Up” / New Album 6/29/15
Richard Thompson has just shared “All Buttoned Up”, a new track from his new album Still, due for release June 29th, 2015 via Proper Records. … Read more
The Friday Fire Track: Annabel – “Everything”
I am not sure what your current relationship is with the emo punk genre but I will tell you that it is having a quiet … Read more
The Friday Fire Track: La Luz – “You Disappear”
Let’s start out by saying that I think La Luz will be one of the bigger indie surprises in 2015. The Seattle surf-rock female foursome … Read more
The Friday Fire Track: Froth – “Turn It Off”
Fuzzy psychedelic rock! That is what Froth is all about and you can hear it for yourself on the group’s first single from their forthcoming … Read more
T. Hardy Morris shares new song “My Me” / Album out 6/23
T. Hardy Morris is back with a new single off his upcoming release Hardy & The Hardknocks: Drownin On A Mountain Top. The record is … Read more
The Friday Fire Track: Fort Lean – “New Hobbies”
Today’s Fire Track, “New Hobbies,” is from Brooklyn band Fort Lean which will see their debut album, Quiet Day, release June 23 via Ooh La … Read more
The Friday Fire Track: The Midwestern Charm – “Can’t Stand It”
I can never turn down catchy power pop so featuring Milwaukee’s The Midwestern Charm today was a no-brainer. The band’s newest record, Growing Pains, actually … Read more
The Friday Fire Track: EZTV – “The Light”
Captured Tracks is still one of my favorite labels but as their roster has grown I think some of their early core sound has been … Read more
The Friday Fire Track: Penicillin Baby – “Stick It Out”
Penicillin Baby is a psych-pop band out of Nashville, who mix fuzzy surf-pop melodies, pounding bass and rhythmic drums. Did that grab your attention? If … Read more
New track from Philadelphia’s Loose Tooth – “Skinny Chewy”
Fleeting Youth Records keep releasing quality music and Philadelphia’s Loose Tooth is next on the plate. You can hear what I am talking about with … Read more
The Friday Fire Track: Speedy Ortiz – “Puffer”
Speedy Ortiz could easily produce songs that sound rote. But within their 90’s indie trappings a distinct personality develops with the help of angular guitars, … Read more
Ex Hex new video for “Don’t Wanna Lose” from Rips
We really could not get enough of Ex Hex’s debut record last year as Rips landed number 5 on our Blazing Top 50. Rips’ twelve … Read more
The Friday Fire Track: The Splits – “Melody”
The Splits hail from Helsinki, Finland and after one spin of today’s fire track you will not be surprised that they have a love for … Read more
The Friday Fire Track: Van Dale – “Speak Yellow”
Today’s Fire Track comes from Columbus, Ohio’s Van Dale. The trio have a back-to-basics self-titled record coming out March 31st via Fleeting Youth Records and … Read more
The Friday Fire Track: Tame Impala – “Let It Happen”
I will admit that it takes quite a bit to get me excited when it comes to new music these days. So much of it … Read more
The Friday Fire Track: Thee Oh Sees – “Web”
In my humble opinion, Thee Oh Sees’ Drop LP was not their strongest effort. Having reviewed every single Sees LP since Putrifiers II—including Singles Collection … Read more
Speedy Ortiz shares new track “The Graduates” – New album 4/21/15
Speedy Ortiz is back to share “The Graduates.” It is the second track released off their upcoming record, Foil Deer, which is out April 21st … Read more
The Friday Fire Track: Swiftumz – “Creepy Eyed Girls”
I am not sure if you are familiar with the San Francisco label Melters but it is the home of the greatly underappreciated artist Tony … Read more
Real Estate add more dates to Spring/Summer US Tour
Real Estate has added a more shows to their Spring/Summer tour. If you have not had a chance to see this band live I would … Read more
Ben Folds Announces New Record Collaboration with yMusic
Ben Folds has announced details of a new album slated for digital release in the spring with a vinyl release to follow in the late … Read more
The Friday Fire Track: Wand – “Self Hypnosis In 3 Days”
Wand is a band that really deserves to find some success. Having been hand-picked for Ty Segall’s God? Label, Wand released Ganglion Reef, one of … Read more
The Friday Fire Track: Hayden – “Hey Love”
If you are like me, you have a long history with Hayden. If you are old enough you probably remember all the buzz that came … Read more
The Friday Fire Track: Smug Brothers – “Meet A Changing World”
Dayton, Ohio bands are known for working quickly and the Smug Brothers are no different. After last year’s Headphone Approved On The Way To The … Read more
The Friday Fire Track: Andy Gabbard – “More”
You may not know the name but hopefully you are familiar with Andy Gabbard’s daytime band the Buffalo Killers. They didn’t just have one but … Read more