Declan McKenna

Declan McKenna-Paracetamol

If you look up the definition of Paracetamol, you'll see that it's an acetaminophen-an over the counter drug that treats minor aches and pains.  Perhaps, it's a metaphor for the themes (growing pains and adolesence) that 16 year old British singer-songwriter Declan McKenna sings about in...

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Matoma – Hakuna Matoma

Electronic music is starting to come out of the big-room, massive-drop electro house rut and into an exciting new pop-driven route, led by guys like Jack Ü, Zedd, and most recently Matoma whose unique brand of tropical house pop has recently been in the limelight thanks to...

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Foreign Air – Free Animal

Undoubtedly influenced by Alt-J and Animal Collective, indie rock duo Foreign Air is lighting the internet on fire right now.  Few details exist at the moment but expect more in the new year ahead of their Debut EP in February.  I smell a killer southby debut...

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Dreamers – Shooting Shadows

As we reach the end of the year, it seems all of the best new music starts pouring out. Brooklyn self described "cosmic rockers" Dreamers are back with their first new single in quite a while. "Shooting Shadows" is straight-up rock & roll, touching upon conflicting topics like...

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Public Access TV-In Love and Alone

Public Access TV are grit, guitars, leather jackets, cigarettes, and rock and roll. Lead singer John Eatherly and his band mates have had quite the whirlwind year. Hailing from downtown NYC, this 4-piece became known as the band who lost their apartment to the gas...

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Laura Stevenson says “be headstrong and cocksure”

There seems to be a fair amount of folk/indie rock with female leads that are making solid solid albums (not surprising Laura Stevenson's previous labelmate was Waxahatchee). The newest to this year's list, Laura Stevenson and her album "Cocksure": a Hudson River Valley-native who's obviously...

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Marion Hill – O she definitely “Got It”

The recently released EP by the breathtaking, Philadelphia-based Marion Hill, brings a new edge to her sweet debut circa 2013. This sultry siren appeals to a wide audience by integrating elements of Moulin Rouge burlesque and soulful vocals over ambient electronics and jazz forte. Her risk-taking and command of musical...

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Bad Bad Hats

When going to shows, I try really hard to get there in time to check out the opener.  1) Because you never know what magical music you might stumble upon and 2) I'm short, so if I want a fighting chance at being able to...

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[Interview] The Mosers

  Hailing from one of the greatest states in our nation, The Mosers hit the music scene from Asbury Park, New Jersey. I was fortunate enough to catch them play CMJ weekend and instantly loved their music. After stalking their publicist I nailed down an interview...

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TOTEM – All Falls Down (Dart Party Remix)

Another outrageous nu-disco long drive remix from the King of Queens! I must admit I had to look up the original on this one and was pleasantly surprised to hear the amazing transformation. Those signature DP vocal affects on loop never get old....

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