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Humble readers and followers of PraiseForWallflower.com, we apologize for the unexpected delay in the launching of PFW 2.0. Rest assured however, it is still on the way! We were planning on having the new and improved PraiseForWallflower.com 2.0 live by now. However, designer and co-founder Joey is experiencing finals week of his senior year in College. Additionally, co-founder Keenan fell down a flight of stairs this past week, broke his jaw in half, dislocated his shoulder and broke just about every bone on the right side of his face. So, as you can imagine, it's been pretty difficult to put the final touches on PFW 2.0 and get all the gears running. It will, however, still be happening! Keep an eye out for early January, sometime shortly after the New Year perhaps. We will continue to keep you updated. And, as always, thank you for your support!
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When I first heard that Say Anything had a new album coming out this month, I was hesitant to even give it a shot. I say this because their 2004 ...Is a Real Boy album was one that I, like many of you, used to idolize back in high school. It was the type of record that you can listen to over and over, from start to finish, without an ounce of disappointment. After waiting patiently for about three years, they followed ...Is a Real Boy up with a double-disc album entitled In Defense of the Genre. Needless to say, it was two discs of tracks that paled in comparison to ...IARB.
Its no easy task living up to the reputation a group has created for itself after putting out a ridiculously good album - and I give them a lot of credit for at least continuing to keep at it. And although they may never give us another ...IARB, they've managed to at least come close with their latest, self-titled release Say Anything.
The new record is full of all of the familiar characteristics of a Say Anything album - angry and sarcastic lyrics, powerfully driven guitar and drum parts, falsetto bridges, gang vocals and a subtle use of synthesizers (etc, etc...). Needless to say, if you happen to be (or have been at some point) a fan of Say Anything, than you're not going to be disappointed with this record.
"Ahhh... Men" off of Say Anything:
WEBSITE: http://sayanythingmusic.com
MYSPACE: http://myspace.com/sayanything
TWITTER: http://twitter.com/SayAnythingMuz
PURCHASE: iTunes
FAVORITE TRACK(s): "Ahhh...Men," "Do Better"
THE SKINNY: Shaw is a down to earth, talented musician putting out some authentic, lo-fi, ambient electronic tracks.If you happened to catch our Honorable Mentions post for October, than you may already be familiar with Shaw. It's the one man, electronic project of Shaw Waters from San Francisco, California. I wanted to provide him with more than just an honorable mention because he's a talented dude making good music, without an inkling of an ego. After just a few exchanged emails, I could tell that Shaw is the type of musician that makes music for the sake of making music - and he does it quite well too.
If you're into any sort of ambient, electronic artists than you're more than likely to enjoy Shaw's sound. Cleverly written lyrics, catchy melodies and simple, well crafted electronic synths and beats are all embodied within Shaw's new EP Pretending We're Not Animals. The record, being released digitally and as a vinyl on New Years Day, consists of four tracks (one of which happens to be a cover of Devendra Banhart's "Hey Mama Wolf." If you shoot Shaw an email (via shawmakesmusic@gmail.com) anytime between now and the release of the record, he'll provide you with a link to download the entire thing for free, in its entirety. I highly suggest doing so.
"Pretending We're Not Animals" off of Pretending We're Not Animals:
"Lion In a Cage" off of Pretending We're Not Animals:
MYSPACE: http://myspace.com/shawmakesmusic
TWITTER: http://twitter.com/shawmakesmusic
FAVORITE TRACK: "Lion in a Cage" off of Pretending We're Not Animals
FOR FANS OF: ambient, electronic groups
Mack Flinn & The Whosis Kid, the brainchild of PFW's very own Chris Grzan and Joseph "Scotches" Zanko (and über time consuming project of yours truly) have been working on a new record for quite some time now. It's entitled The Whole 'Hero Journey' Thing was a Terrible Idea, and has just recently been completed and uploaded to the Mack Flinn & The Whosis Kid's Bandcamp account. Nothing like a little bit of self promotion! Seriously though, it's good music (and FREE music), so you've really got no excuse not to at least give it a shot.
WEBSITE: http://mackflinnwhosiskid.bandcamp.com
MYSPACE: http://myspace.com/mackflinnandthewhosiskid
TWITTER: http://twitter.com/mackflinn
Alyssa's Fall Tracks
1. "Pagan Angel and a Borrowed Car" - Iron and Wine
2. "I Will Follow You Into The Dark" - Death Cab for Cutie
3. "Never Meant" - American Football
4. "Those To Come" - The Shins
5. "Science Vs. Romance" - Rilo Kiley
Most of these songs have a feeling of fall to me for nostalgic reasons. I remember hearing the first track from Iron and Wine's Shepherd's Dog for the first time two Octobers ago at a party. I remember my high school best friend and I singing "I Will Follow You Into The Dark" to each other randomly on the phone the fall after Plans came out. I won't bore you with more details but basically, these tracks are my "fall tracks" because of the images of this season they bring back whenever I listen to them.
Iron and Wine
"Pagan Angel and a Borrowed Car" off of The Shepherd's Dog
Joey's Fall Tracks
1. "Re: Stacks" - Bon Iver
2. "Sweet Talk" - Dear and the Headlights
3. "Choose The One Who Loves You More" - Copeland
4. "Monechetti" - Further Seems Forever
5. "Hometown Reward" - Procession Came Opposite
These aren't about Fall - just remind me of it, for one reason or another. It's probably because I picture them all wearing coats while they play. Or maybe I just love these songs year 'round and it happens to be autumn now so I'm mislead. Or maybe I'm a robot.
Copeland
"Choose The One Who Loves You More" off of In Motion
Procession Came Opposite
"Hometown Reward" off of Pillars
Nicole's Fall Tracks
1. "Sowing Season" - Brand New
2. "Sodom, South Georgia" - Iron and Wine
3. "Here I Dreamt I Was an Architect" - The Decemberists
4. "Shoulders" - Jacob Golden
5. "Love Love Love" - The Mountain Goats
As much as I hate for summer to fade, I always look forward to the first day of Fall. For me, it's a season of change and reflection. A season not only for colder, crisper air but for longer, quieter drives and muffled, evening conversations with close friends. The songs I chose are those that have accompanied me in such moments, whether they be from now or seasons past.
Iron and Wine
"Sodom, South Georgia" off of Our Endless Numbered Days
Andrew's Fall Tracks
1. "Broom People" - The Mountain Goats
2. "A Glance Backwards and Forwards" - Slingshot Dakota
3. "An Experiment" - Mates of State
4. "Revealing Too Much" - The Honorary Title
5. "Planetary" - Rainer Maria
For one reason or another, when I picture myself listening to music during the fall season I can't help but think back to my first semester of college and the artists I loved back then. Maybe it's because I spent more time outside listening to music my freshman year, who knows. All of these songs remind me of that point of my life, either because I don't listen to them as often these days or because that's when I started listening to them.
The Mountain Goats
"Broom People" off of The Sunset Tree
Chelsea's Fall Tracks
1. "23" - Jimmy Eat World
2. "We Looked Like Giants" - Death Cab for Cutie
3. "Cannonball" - Damien Rice
4. "Innocent Vigilant Ordinary" - The Appleseed Cast
5. "Fix You Up" - Tegan and Sara
I look forward to fall each year because it is without a doubt my favorite season. The crisp, cool air just does something to make the world seem alive despite the fact that most things in nature are slowly dying. For me, this season has always been accompanied somewhat somber, thoughtful music that makes me nostalgic of important times, people and moments in my life. The song "23" by Jimmy Eat World reminds me of the fall of my freshman year of college. I was starting a new stage in my life and the album Futures meant a lot to me during that time. It remains to this day one of my favorite songs, on one of my favorite albums.
Jimmy Eat World
"23" off of Futures
The Appleseed Cast
"Innocent Vigilant Ordinary" off of Two Conversations
Keenan's Fall Tracks
1. "I Want Wind To Blow" - The Microphones
2. "Welcome Home, Son" - Radical Face
3. "Never Meant" - American Football
4. "This Year" - The Mountain Goats
5. "Bikes and Bridges" - Defiance, Ohio
Aside from the lyrics or the musical aspects of a song that may remind you of a particular time of the year, I find that when I first discover / listen to a song, it tends to freeze itself into that particular period in time. When any of the aforementioned tracks come onto shuffle, I almost immediately find myself conjuring up memories of where I was or what I was doing when I was first introduced to said song.
The Microphones
"I Want Wind to Blow" off of The Glow Part II
Radical Face
"Welcome Home, Son" off of Ghost
Going along with the "nostalgic" feelings of Fall that Chris brought up last week, it motivated me to ponder on some of my own fall favorites. Sufjan Stevens undoubtedly falls near the very top of my nostalgic-fall-favorites list. I was introduced to his "Illinois" record in the fall semester of my first year of college in Manhattan. Nearly every time a Sufjan song comes on shuffle now, I picture myself wearing a hoodie and walking through the Union Square Farmer's Market on a chilly Saturday morning.
"Come on! Feel the Illinoise" off of Illinois:
"Come on! Feel the Illinoise" off of Illinois:
Being a longtime fan of Canadian duo Tegan & Sara, I was a bit disappointed when I realized that their newest record, Sainthood, had been released, and I had almost forgotten that they even existed. After hearing mixed reviews from friends on their reactions to the new album, I took a listen for myself. I still haven't gotten to spend an extraordinary amount of time with it, but my opinion is pretty similar to what I heard from others - a bit different than their norm, but definitely not in a bad way. The first single released from the record was "Hell." My favorite, however, is the last track on the album entitled "Someday," as I'm a sucker for gang vocals and T & S's signature overlapping vocal melodies.
"Someday" off of Sainthood:
"Someday" off of Sainthood:
Linda Basso is no stranger to the music scene. Coming from a musical family and a performance background, she has now embarked upon a solo endeavor to showcase her flair for singing and songwriting. Basso's jazz and blues ballads highlight her edgy yet fluid voice, along with soothing horn accompaniments and lively background vocals. If you're looking to enjoy a classy night, check out her music at http://www.myspace.com/lindabasso.- Nicole Prahin
Hailing from Anaheim, Calif., Argyle Smile began as an outlet for Jared Parsons musical aspirations. After the addition of friend Dana Chambers, Parsons began to recruit musicians with similar influences that would help carry out his musical vision. Listing Andrew Bird, Simon and Garfunkel and Acrade Fire as just a few of their many musical influences, Argyle Smile combines elements of various genres allowing their appeal to reach vast audiences. Parons and Chambers beautiful harmonizations are complemented by the rich textures built by the music featuring instruments such as the ukulele and glockenspiel. Argyle Smile has a somewhat familiar and comforting sound that they have taken and made into their own. Argyle Smile's debut EP entitled Tipsy Turvy is available for purchase on CD Baby.
- Chelsea Falato
The Woodlands is a pop duo consisting of Samuel and Hannah Robertson, a husband and wife from Portland, Ore. After their wedding and several travel excursions across Europe and Central America, the duo came back to the states inspired and determined to make music together. They compare themselves to artists like Gregory and the Hawk, Feist and Elliott Smith. These are likely influences because they all use soft vocals and simple, melodic instrumentation. They recorded and produced their self-titled 2009 release themselves, which can be purchased now on iTunes and CDBaby.
- Alyssa Roibal
Shaw is the electronic/experimental one-man project of California native Shaw Waters. Although often very atmospheric and pad-heavy at times, Shaw's tracks can appeal to those who may not even consider themselves fans of electronic or experimental music. He manages to incorporate some pretty brilliant lyrics, executed through the use of some brilliant melodies. His next (and first, from what I believe) EP, Pretending We're Not Animals is all finished up and ready to go in the very near future. If you contact him before hand, however, he's send-spacing the album in advance to those who might be curious about his music. You can make that happen by contacting him via shawmakesmusic@gmail.com
- Keenan Gaynor
THE SKINNY: Electro-pop duo Beautiful Small Machines shows off their dark side with the release of their new EP, Simple JoysWEBSITE: http://beautifulsmallmachines.com
MYSPACE: http://myspace.com/beautifulsmallmachines
TWITTER: http://twitter.com/themachines
PURCHASE: Available on iTunes as of October 20, 2009
Beautiful Small Machines, featured back in July for their debut EP, Robots in Love, are back this month with a new release. Where Robots in Love was "cheeky and upbeat," they claim their latest release, Simple Joys, to represent the more "dark and discordant" side of their two-piece electro-pop personality. The new release appears to include the single, "Simple Joys" (featuring Simon Le Bon of Duran Duran), as well as a handful of remixes of that particular single.
To coincide with the release of their new EP, Beautiful Small Machines will be partaking in CMJ 2009 with a performance on Wednesday, October 21 at Kenny's Castaways on Bleecker St. in New York City. The EP will be available via iTunes (as well as a handful of other outlets) as of today, October 20th. You can also stream/preview it in its entirety via this website.
MYSPACE: http://myspace.com/theuglyclubnjTWITTER: http://twitter.com/theuglyclub
For those of you who are frequent visitors of PFW, you might recall us briefly mentioning this group last spring as an honorable mention for April 09. The Ugly Club lands close to the heart here at PFW for two reasons. Reason number one: They happen to be (at least partially) from South Plainfield, N.J. Reason number two: They happen to be pumping out some very creative, original and fun music.
Founded by Ryan Egan, Taylor Mandel, Ryan Mcnulty and Michael Sue-Poi, the group prides themselves in forming under an "anything goes" mentality that has resulted in their unique sound. The founding members, accompanied by a handful of other artists (all of which are listed on their myspace page) hail from a myriad of New Jersey groups such as Socratic, The Command Radio, Beale Street Love and The Talking Machine (among others). What sets them apart, however, is the fact that they're not trying to recreate what they've individually managed to produce in the past. They come across as a group of musicians genuinely putting aside any stylistic drama and focusing on what brought them together in the first place: the music.
The Ugly Club has a handful of shows lined up across New Jersey, New York and Philadelphia. Feel free to check those dates out on their myspace page. From what I can understand, they have yet to physically put out material for sale but have built up an impressive collection of tracks on their aforementioned myspace page.
"Step to Me" off of Unreleased
THE SKINNY: Owen's latest release, New Leaves maintains what one would expect from a typical Owen record, but also adds new depth with the help of full-band arrangements
MYSPACE: http://myspace.com/mybandowen
TWITTER: http://twitter.com/mybandowen
PURCHASE: pre-order via Polyvinyl Records, available everywhere else 9/22
New Leaves officially takes its place as Mike Kinsella's fifth full studio album under the monicker Owen. Its release date is set for next Tuesday (9/22) but Polyvinyl Records has been taking pre-orders for quite some time now. They also began shipping out said pre-orders more than a week ago. Lucky for me my brother had planned ahead and ordered one in advance, as I am currently enjoying it.
The new album is flooded with all the familiar aspects typical of an Owen release: arpeggiated, repetitious guitar licks, personal lyrics, etc etc. What's not so typical, however, is the fact that nearly every track on the record is accompanied by full-band arrangements. Unique synthesizers, flourishing strings, piano and percussion help give new depth to Kinsella's tracks. This new found utilization of thicker composition, coupled with a slew of cryptic and allusive lyrics (most likely relating to Kinsella's new status of husband and father) make for one great record.
In addition, a new record also means new tour dates (including Philadelphia, Manhattan and Brooklyn). So check those out here if interested. Embedded above is a video for the record's single, "Good Friends, Bad Habits." Embedded below is another track off of the record, "Ugly On The Inside."
"Ugly On The Inside" off of New Leaves:
MYSPACE: http://myspace.com/mybandowen
TWITTER: http://twitter.com/mybandowen
PURCHASE: pre-order via Polyvinyl Records, available everywhere else 9/22
New Leaves officially takes its place as Mike Kinsella's fifth full studio album under the monicker Owen. Its release date is set for next Tuesday (9/22) but Polyvinyl Records has been taking pre-orders for quite some time now. They also began shipping out said pre-orders more than a week ago. Lucky for me my brother had planned ahead and ordered one in advance, as I am currently enjoying it.
The new album is flooded with all the familiar aspects typical of an Owen release: arpeggiated, repetitious guitar licks, personal lyrics, etc etc. What's not so typical, however, is the fact that nearly every track on the record is accompanied by full-band arrangements. Unique synthesizers, flourishing strings, piano and percussion help give new depth to Kinsella's tracks. This new found utilization of thicker composition, coupled with a slew of cryptic and allusive lyrics (most likely relating to Kinsella's new status of husband and father) make for one great record.
In addition, a new record also means new tour dates (including Philadelphia, Manhattan and Brooklyn). So check those out here if interested. Embedded above is a video for the record's single, "Good Friends, Bad Habits." Embedded below is another track off of the record, "Ugly On The Inside."
"Ugly On The Inside" off of New Leaves:
THE SKINNY: The Golden Silvers manage to deliver the familiar sounds of 80's electro pop and punk in a very modern, unique styleWEBSITE: http://goldensilvers.com
MYSPACE: http://myspace.com/thegoldensilvers
TWITTER: http://twitter.com/goldensilvers
PURCHASE: iTunes
To make up for last Friday's lack of a feature, I'm redeeming myself with the Golden Silvers. From their lack of a guitarist to their use of keyboard synths reminiscent of the 1980's, this London trio is far from ordinary. Fronted by singer/keyboardist Gwilym Gold, the Golden Silvers take pride in the fact that they are making an effort to be original amidst their peers. It's safe to say that they are definitely succeeding in standing out. The first impression I received from hearing this band was somewhere between The Talking Heads (as a result of their distinctively 80's synth samples) and The Smiths (as a result of witty and unique lyrics and vocal melodies). My favorite thing about this group, however, are their music videos - which are just as unique (or even more so) than their music. Aside from watching the one embedded below, I highly suggest checking out all of their other videos (via the XL Recordings YouTube channel.
Their debut album True Romance (which I only just discovered a few days ago) was released in April of 2009. I have not been able to stop listening to said record since I got my hands on it. Embedded below is a music video for the track "Arrows of Eros," as well as two streaming mp3's of "Please Venus" and "True No. 9 Blues" - all three of which can be found on True Romance.
"Please Venus" off of True Romance:
"True No. 9 Blues" off of True Romance:
FAVORITE TRACK: "Please Venus" off of True Romance
FOR FANS OF: The Smiths, The Talking Heads
MYSPACE: http://myspace.com/myfirsttoothTWITTER: http://twitter.com/myfirsttooth
PURCHASE: iTunes, Amazon
Our September FEATURE OF THE MONTH comes from across the sea. My First Tooth is a Northampton, UK based indie folk group fronted by Ross Witt. If it weren't for their Sonicbids and MySpace profile, however, I never would have assumed that they were from the UK. I say this because as soon as I started listening to their EP (My First Tooth & The Rubies) I instantly related them to a handful of American indie-folk groups (a la Okkervil River, The Decemberists, Neutral Milk Hotel). Sure enough, they list said groups as major influences on their press release. With that being said, however, they manage to keep their music fresh and original by incorporating their own touch.
Their six song EP, My First Tooth & The Rubies, spans a wide range of emotions and is enjoyable from start to finish. Whether it be Ross' fast folk-strumming and violinist Sophie Galpin's catchy fiddle lines in a track like "Red Carpet Rides," or a simpler, slower acoustic riff accompanied by subtle, beautiful vocal melodies in "Honesty Honestly," there is no doubt that this record is exploding with talent. In short, they manage to keep it simple, catchy and delightful at all times.
My First Tooth also knows the meaning of DIY. The aforementioned EP was their first record released with the aid of a label (Alcopop Records). Prior to it's release, Witt had spent years putting out his own material and averaging around 150 shows per year around the UK and Ireland. I'm glad to see that his hard work has paid off, because it seems like he's really going places with the extra help. My First Tooth plan to record their debut, full length album this November. As a precursor to the new album, they plan to release the first single, "Margaret Yen," both on their Myspace and in physical form in October. In addition, the band will be touring in October in an effort to promote the single.
"Sleet & Snow" off of My First Tooth & The Rubies:
FAVORITE TRACK: "Sleet and Snow" off of My First Tooth & The Rubies
FOR FANS OF: Okkervil River, Defiance Ohio
Aside from all of the food and games that will be taking place, there will also be performances occurring all day and night. Several of the groups playing are ones that we have featured on Praise For Wallflower in the past (i.e. The Ugly Club and Matt Koziol). You'll also be able to witness several of the PFW members perform with Gaezzetti ;)
The event begins at noon in Veteran's Park (in South Plainfield) and will run well into the night. All information regarding the event can be found on its facebook page. Come contribute to a great cause and support your local musicians!
THE SKINNY: The Oaks is an extremely talented/unique indie-folk group who have not only obtained much attention through their music, but also through their humanitarian aid.WEBSITE: http://intheoaks.blogspot.com
MYSPACE: http://myspace.com/wearetheoaks
PURCHASE: iTunes
The Oaks might easily be one of the most unique groups that I have come across in quite some time. Fifty percent of said uniqueness is attributed to their musical style. Yes, they are an indie folk group from Orlando, Fl., but you'd never guess it by listening to their music. From track to track, you can hear elements of not only indie rock, but also those of, jazz, folk, classic rock and soul (to name a few). Their instrumentation plays a large role in this melting pot of sound as well. On their latest release, Songs for Waiting, the standard "bass, drums and guitar" are present, along with a large handful of not so traditional instruments (such as accordion, bells, vibraphone, horns, mandolin, Wurlitzer, etc etc).
The other half of The Oaks' uniqueness comes from their history of humanitarian aid. Ryan Costello, the singer/guitarist/founder of the group, spent several of his post-college years living in Afghanistan "living among recently-returned refugees, teaching agricultural techniques and directly participating in food distributions" (via Wikipedia). It is this time spent abroad that make up for much of the lyrical (and musical) influence in The Oaks' music. Their 2006 release, Our Fathers and the Things They Left Behind, which was written shortly after Costello returned from Afghanistan, serves as a great example of their humanitarian efforts. Fifty percent of all sales made on the aforementioned record go directly to Afghan widows and recently returned refugees in Afghanistan.
Embedded below is a track from their latest (2008) release Songs For Waiting. This particular track really showcases how talented each member of this group is. And when I say talented, I mean it in a very non-threatening way. Many groups will write songs in odd time signatures in order to showcase/show-off their talent. The Oaks certainly showcase their talent, but manage to do it in a very modest and sonically pleasing manner.
"Masood" off of Songs for Waiting
FAVORITE TRACK: "Masood" off of Songs for Waiting
FOR FANS OF: Pattern is Movement, Headlights
WEBSITE: http://trifonic.comMYSPACE: http://myspace.com/trifonic
TWITTER: http://twitter.com/trifonic
PURCHASE: via their website: http://trifonic.com
Trifonic is a San Francisco based duo consisting of two brothers, Brian and Laurence Trifon. Although both brothers seem to have come from two very different musical backgrounds, they make a pretty good team when it comes to electronica music. The duo prides themselves in combining downtempo and IDM electronic styles with rock and yes, even classical music.
Their collection of music isn't necessarily mind blowing, but there certainly is talent present. It's safe to say that these guys know their way around Logic and Ableton extremely well (for those of you computer-software nerds out there). It also doesn't hurt they are also advocates of free music. Not only can you stream their entire discography on their website, but you can also download their remix EP, Remergence for free via their bandcamp site. Embedded below is one of said bandcamp tracks, "Transgenic."
FAVORITE TRACK: "Growing Distance Pt. 2" off of Growing Distance EP
FOR FANS OF: Boards of Canada
THE SKINNY: Nive Nielsen is a ukulele-playing folk-pop singer/songwriter from Nuuk, Greenland.MYSPACE: http://myspace.com/nivenielsen
PURCHASE: iTunes
Nive Nielsen is certainly one of a kind. Not only does she write the majority of her music using a small, single ukulele, but she also happens to be an Inuk Eskimo from Greeland. Seriously.
Having had very little musical influence or experience growing up in Greenland, Nive began writing songs on her ukulele after having received it as a gift from her boyfriend (and current band-mate) Jan de Vroede. Her prior musical restrictions certainly don't show, however, as she's capable of producing some very catchy, pretty and majestic tunes. Perhaps that makes her music stand apart from other acoustic folk-pop artists through are her very unique and imaginative lyrics. Wondering what I mean by unique and imaginative? Here's a quote from Nive (via SonicBids) - "I'm scared of ghosts. And bugs. And ghost bugs as well. So I sing about them."
Nive's EP Nive Sings! (available on iTunes) was produced by John Parish (of PJ Harvey and Eels production-fame) and serves as a lovely array of her songwriting talent. She does, however, credit much of her talent to her band-mate Jan de Vroede and the large handful of artists/friends that often accompany her (which have included members of groups such as the Black Keys, Unicorns, GY!BE, Wolf Parade and many more). Posted below are several tracks off of the aforementioned EP, and are definitely worth a listen (even if you may not happen to be a fan of the genre).
"My Coffee Boy" off of Nive Sings!:
"Dear Leopold" off of Nive Sings!:
FAVORITE TRACK: "Room" off of Nive Sings!
FOR FANS OF: Catchy, unique ukulele-driven music
THE SKINNY: Person L serves as the creative, unrestricted outlet of The Starting Line's Kenny Vasoli.
MYSPACE: http://www.myspace.com/personL
PURCHASE: iTunes
Many of you are probably familiar with the group The Starting Line. They were (and still are, just on hiatus) a pop-punk powerhouse out of Philadelphia that saw glimpses of fame with handfuls of catchy singles (the most recent of which being their latest album "Direction" and the large amount of radio-play that it received). During their last tour, however, frontman Kenny Vasoli had begun to feel limited in regards to how much creativity he could put forth through a pop-punk group. Thus, Person L was born.
"Storms" off of Initial
Their latest (and very first) release, Initial features a nice variety of tracks, straying pretty far from the pop-punk from time to time. The first single released on their myspace page over a year ago, "Storms," is quite possibly the only track on the entire album that sounds remotely similar to a Starting Line song. Other tracks on the album range from slow and ambient to very powerful and aggressive. If any of you have ever wanted to hear Kenny Vasoli scream (outside of the confines of pop-punk music) your time has come. Posted below is the aforementioned single, "Storms," and a live video of my personal favorite song by Person L, "Wooden Soldiers." They seem to be able to put on a very entertaining and powerful live show.
PS - The drummer for Person L happens to be Brian Medlin (of Ghost Away) who has been featured on PFW a number of times already.
FAVORITE TRACK: "Wooden Soldiers" off of Initial
FOR FANS OF: The Almost, Valencia
MYSPACE: http://www.myspace.com/personL
PURCHASE: iTunes
Many of you are probably familiar with the group The Starting Line. They were (and still are, just on hiatus) a pop-punk powerhouse out of Philadelphia that saw glimpses of fame with handfuls of catchy singles (the most recent of which being their latest album "Direction" and the large amount of radio-play that it received). During their last tour, however, frontman Kenny Vasoli had begun to feel limited in regards to how much creativity he could put forth through a pop-punk group. Thus, Person L was born.
"Storms" off of Initial
Their latest (and very first) release, Initial features a nice variety of tracks, straying pretty far from the pop-punk from time to time. The first single released on their myspace page over a year ago, "Storms," is quite possibly the only track on the entire album that sounds remotely similar to a Starting Line song. Other tracks on the album range from slow and ambient to very powerful and aggressive. If any of you have ever wanted to hear Kenny Vasoli scream (outside of the confines of pop-punk music) your time has come. Posted below is the aforementioned single, "Storms," and a live video of my personal favorite song by Person L, "Wooden Soldiers." They seem to be able to put on a very entertaining and powerful live show.
PS - The drummer for Person L happens to be Brian Medlin (of Ghost Away) who has been featured on PFW a number of times already.
FAVORITE TRACK: "Wooden Soldiers" off of Initial
FOR FANS OF: The Almost, Valencia
THE SKINNY: Your Sister's Canary is a blues influenced pop rock group from northern New Jersey capable of cranking out some very powerful and gripping musicMYSPACE: http://myspace.com/yoursisterscanary
TWITTER: http://twitter.com/ys_canary
Earlier this month, we received a band submission (via our submission page) for Your Sister's Canary. Having been a bit put off from their peculiar title and vague biography, my image of these guys was quickly turned around once I heard the tracks streaming on their myspace page. They label themselves as being blues, pop and jazz and I can certainly hear why. They seem to be capable of belting out some pretty catchy pop rock tunes, but the blues influence is definitely there, adding an extra powerful kick to each track.
As of this summer, they have recently recorded and released a "double-sided single" entitled Bread & Butter, which is available for purchase from the Snocap player on their myspace page. You can hear one of these singles, "Bread," streaming below. In addition to the new tracks, they seem to have a handful of their older tracks available for free download via their purevolume site. They also seem to have quite a few shows lined up in the New York/New Jersey area in the coming months, including a final round Battle of the Bands at the Starland Ballroom in Sayreville, NJ. So definitely look into that if you like what you hear, I'm sure they're deserving of the win.
"Bread" off of Bread & Butter:
FAVORITE TRACK: "Bread" off of Bread & Butter
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