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Small Crush Releases Their Perfectly Perfect New Album“Penelope “

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We recently had the amazing opportunity to finally check out the very anticipated new album “Penelope” from Bay Area indie rock group Small Crush via Asian Man Records

You can listen to “Penelope” on Spotify Here and on Apple Music Here

First we much apologize for not getting our review out sooner but, we became so enthralled with the record we simply lost track of time .

Photo credit – Trinity Gardner

We knew in our hearts the new record was going to be amazing because, we were absolutely over the moon leading up to the release of “Penelope “ We had the singles, “5”,”Ecosystem “ and “Rumblin Tummy” on such a constant rotation, we almost wore out our repeat button.

The songs on “Penelope” feel like a like a journey where you experience the wonders and joys of life , while reexamining your past all at once .

The genius of Small Crush is they skillfully craft songs that stay with you long after the music has ended .

As the album rolls on, listeners will encounter meandering tracks like “Falling,” and “Running,” embarking on a journey from bittersweet nostalgia or heartache to the saccharine, summery vibes and indie-punk fluorescence of “Be Back Soon” and “This Time Around.” Penelope is equal parts innocence and keenly perceptive philosophical musings. “Penelope, a name I called everything I could when I was little,” explains frontwoman Logan Hammon, “is filled with mixed emotions of growing out of childhood and figuring out who you are along the way. I hope it brings reflection and comfort to anyone who listens to know they aren’t alone in their feelings.”

Small Crush (lead singer, songwriter, and guitarist Logan Hammon, lead guitarist Jackson Felton, drummer Allen Moreno, and bassist Joey Chavez. ) work beautifully together to create stunning melodies coupled with flawless vocals .

Small Crush will also soon be embarking on tour supporting Jeff Rosenstock in November and December. details below.

The new album “Penelope” from Small Crush is in our opinion, will be the best 24 minutes and 46 seconds of your day

Small Crush Tour Dates

Supporting Jeff Rosenstock:

  • Nov 25 – Phoenix, AZ @ The Van Buren
  • Nov 27 – Santa Fe, NM @ Meow Wolf
  • Nov 28 – El Paso, TX @ Lowbrow Palace
  • Nov 30 – San Antonio, TX @ Paper Tiger
  • Dec 1 – Austin, TX @ Empire Garage
  • Dec 2 – Dallas, TX    @ Ferris Wheelers Backyard and BBQ
  • Dec 3 – Tulsa, OK @ The Vanguard
  • Dec 5 – Denver, CO @ Summit
  • Dec 7 – Salt Lake City, UT @ Soundwell
  • Dec 8 – Boise, ID @ Treefort Music Hall
  • Dec 10 –  Portland, OR @ Revolution Hall
  • Dec 11 – Seattle, WA @ The Showbox
  • Dec 14 – Reno, NV @ The Holland Project
  • Dec 15 – San Francisco, CA @ The Regency Ballroom
  • Dec 16 – Los Angeles, CA @ The Novo
  • Dec 17 – San Diego, CA @ The Observatory North Park

Looking Glass War Summons Our Attention With Power New Single “A Tsar Is Torn ”

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Boston post-punk glam quartet make a striking statement with its first collection of songs on Friday, September 29

The record will be previewed on Saturday, September 23 with a live performance at The Jungle Community Music Club in Somerville, the band’s second-ever gig.

Every time Boston based band , Looking Glass War releases new music it feels like an event . The band’s latest “A Tsar Is Torn” is one of those special musical moments when you think “Wow, this song is absolutely perfect “

You can listen to “A Tsar Is Torn “ on Spotify Here and on Apple Music Here

Vocalist Goddam Glenn reminds us of the greet orators of the past as he delivers a powerful and commanding vocal performance on “A Tsar Is Torn” We felt ourselves being drawn in by the intoxicating melodies , that add a whole new dimension to the track.

The blazing new single is about the type of leaders who rise to power in our present day, and how we prop them up despite our best interests. We almost had to seek medical attention, as we were pressing repeat so often.

We are anxiously awaiting the arrival of the EP “When Neon Meets The Rain “ on Friday, September 29th . “A Tsar Is Torn”, set for September 15, and the release-day revealing of the EP’s closing track, “A Gun On A Wall In A Scene.” Those two songs follow a pair of summer singles in July’s propulsive and attention-grabbing debut “Arrive!” and August’s expansive and shoegazing “I Can Tell By The Cars.” Both songs immediately placed Looking Glass War on the map, earning global blog praise and radio airplay across the indie circuit, from repeated showings as the #1 Song of the Week on local institution Boston Emissions to earning the endorsement of SiriusXM’s Underground Garage.

We will have full coverage of all things Looking Glass War, on The Whole Kameese You don’t want to miss it.

downtalker Delivers Not One But Two Epic New Singles “All My Friends Are Dead” And “Watch Your Heart Break”

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The Massachusetts project unveils ‘All My Friends Are Dead’ and ‘Watch Your Heart Break’ via Iodine Recordings today, Friday, September 15

You can listen to “All My Friends Are Dead “ on Spotify Here and Apple Music Here . You can listen to “Watch Your Heart Break “ on Spotify Here and on Apple Music Here

We fell instantly for the appropriately and very intentionally titled “All My Friends Are Dead” and “Watch Your Heart Break,” and both are fraught with the lived-in experience that brought them to this moment. It’s a moment of clarity, triumph, and progress, and for downtalker, featuring longtime friends, collaborators, and Massachusetts natives Darin Thompson (lead vocals, synth, bass, guitar), Justin Mantell (synth, guitar, bass, backing vocals), and Matt Freake (Drums, percussion, backing vocals). On Friday, September 22, downtalker make their live show debut, opening Fiddlehead’s record release party at Royale in Boston.

Both of these tracks, mixed by Juan Pieczanski (Small Black, Juan’s Basement) are upbeat in nature but serious in tone, as they lyrically explore the addiction and recovery experienced by downtalker’s Darin Thompson. The hypnotic “All My Friends Are Dead” takes us deep into the recovery process, while the yearning “Watch Your Heart Break” calls out to other addicts that it’s not too late to seek help.

“Music is part of my recovery and part of my healing now and I’m hoping that by being honest about my life, all my experiences will shine a light on this disease and also make others feel like they are not alone. We aren’t alone. We have each other.” — Darin Thompson.

There is this deeply rooted authenticity that comes through loud and clear with downtalker. It’s an unfiltered truth that comes with beats and melodies that move your feet and your soul .

We can not wait for music from downtalker, they definitely have our full attention.

The Bedside Morale Deliver An Absolutely Stunning Debut Single And Video With “Safeword”

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We recently had the amazing opportunity to check out the debut single and video “Safeword” from indie-rock four piece The Beside Morale . You can listen to “Safeword” on Spotify Here and on Apple Music Here as well as on Amazon Music Here

Alongside the single, the band worked with GLK Media’s Kieran Gallop on a cinematic, reservoir dogs-esque music video – violence content warning to boot! You can also watch the amazing video below .

Some music is so perfect that you can close your eyes and be taken on an amazing musical journey. We were absolutely captivated by The Bedside Morale, “Safeword” is the type of song that stays with you , even after the song has ended.

The band, made up of T, Charlie, Tim and Kynan, have been making music together since 2014. What was immediately apparent was that they’d found something special together, and the pursuit of this close band began in earnest.

Their debut single Safeword, produced and mixed at Stage 2 Studios with Josh Gallop (Mother Vulture, Krooked Tongue, Phoxjaw), explores the idea of escapism through nostalgia.

Discussing the inspirations behind the video, Kazer adds “Like most of my jokes, the fake blood ended up being a joke on myself and only myself. I got so swept up in making something that looked real that I forgot along the way that my mouth was the victim. The result was the most disgusting and disgusted I have been in my life. But it has come out looking great. Maybe too great at times. There’s some truly brutal imagery in there. But then its offset by a group of people having a great day. I think that’s what we wanted to represent. Humour in a horrible place. Kieran Gallop has done such an incredible job of creating exactly that, moments that make you smile and moments that make you wince. Anyway its great, the guys all gave stellar performances and i hope everyone dances away in their cars.”

Laced with brilliant melodies and flawless vocals, “Safeword “ is a song that will literally take your breath away . The Bedside Morale is a band that seems poised for greatness.

“It reflects on the comfort but also the denial that people find hiding behind the rose tinted lense of their youth. We had so much fun putting this song together with our producer Josh Gallop and there are some really special moments which came out of the spontaneity of those sessions. This marks the first single for us as a band and we feel it showcases our intention and solidifies our style. Everyone should have a Safeword, here is ours,” explains vocalist and lyricist Tim Kazer.

Cap’n Al Delivers A Brilliantly Crafted New Album With “The Enchanting World Of…. Cap’n Al”

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Minneapolis, Minnesota is the home of so many amazing musicians and bands , from The Replacements, Soul Asylum, Hüsker Dü and so many more. One musician who is a shining example of the tremendous Minneapolis music scene is Arron “Cap’n Al” Bergstrom.

For two decades, the Minneapolis, Minnesota-based musician has been an in-demand bass player and background vocalist in original and cover bands. Now Cap’n Al steps into the spotlight and delivers his spectacular new album “The Enchanting World Of …. Cap’n Al”

You can listen to “The Enchanting World Of… Cap’n Al “ on Spotify Here and on Apple Music Here

If you consider yourself a music fan, then you must check out the latest album from Cap’n Al “The Enchanting World Of Cap’n Al out now via Baby Dragon Records. The album has such an amazing vibe and sound. Cap’n Al artfully weaves many musical styles to present an album you won’t soon forget.

Starting with the funky opening track “Julep Kiss” it is clear that Cap’n Al is ready to take listeners on an unforgettable musical experience.

Joining Cap’n Al on his maiden solo voyage are distinguished guests from his beloved Minneapolis hometown. These musicians and producers include Tommy Barbarella (Prince & the New Power Generation) on piano, Billy Thommes (Soul Asylum, Jonny Lang, Hairball) on drums, and mastering engineer Greg Reierson from Rare Form Mastering (Prince, The Cure, Miles Davis), among other accomplished working musician friends. The Enchanting World Of…Cap’ n Al was produced by Minneapolis music icon John Scalia with whom Cap’n Al has formed Baby Dragon Records, a musical tandem that will release their own material as well as the works of other musicians and creatives.

One song that we found ourselves coming back to again and again was “Post-Modern Reject” The song is just drop dead perfect . Grooves and melodies that you can’t ignore.

“Under The Weather “, “Sunny Suite” and “You Can Have It ( If You Want It) beautifully show the many sides of Cap’n Al .

Cap’n Al (which is his beloved bowling name) is an artist that you simply need to experience.

So find the perfect music listening spot and get lost in “The Enchanting World Of… Cap’n Al”

We Love The Groove We Found On The New Video “Dance Angelina Dance” From Little Billy Lost

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We recently had the chance to check out the new video for “Dance Angelina Dance” from Boston based band Little Billy Lost . You can check out the new video below . You can also listen to “Dance Angelina Dance “ on Spotify Here and on Apple Music Here

Photo Credit – Michael Naimo

As soon as you hear the sound of the opening guitar followed by a driving irresistible drum beat, you know that you are in for absolute treat.

“Dance Angelina Dance,” the new single and video from Little Billy Lost, acts a bit like a choose your own adventure endeavor. Are you Angelina, or do you prefer to watch? The level of cool that surrounds Little Billy Lost and the red hot single and video for “Dance Angelina Dance” , is off the charts

The gritty Boston rock and roll dynamo unleashes the official music for “Dance Angelina Dance” today , September 7, debuting on YouTube at high noon (EST). It arrives three weeks before Little Billy Lost head north to play Geno’s Rock Club in Portland on September 28.

“The song is a simple lyrical celebration of the experience we’ve all had of sitting in a bar, at a wedding reception, or some other gathering place and seeing someone walk into the room who immediately captivates us,” says Little Billy Lost guitarist and vocalist Fred Pineau. “It’s a simple exploration of one’s imagination projecting an image of a relationship forming in realistic and fantastical ways.”

Premiering a colorful and captivating visual for the track – appropriate for the song’s playful voyeurism – continues its sparking summer, as the Code 213 Records release has burned up indie radio charts since it hit the streams a few weeks back, earning significant airplay on SiriusXM’s Underground Garage (in particular Bill Kelly’s Blackhole Bandstand and The Rodney Bingenheimer Show), topping college radio charts (Strike The Box on WMFO), and garnering spins on dozens of stations and shows around the world.

The infectious and magnetic “Dance Angelina Dance” might be the boldest statement yet from a band that boasts a healthy pedigree in Boston and Detroit rock and roll. Its four members – Pineau joined by bassist and vocalist Patrick Moynihan; guitarist and vocalist James Melanson; and drummer Smitt E. Smitty, who produced, directed, and edited the video – trace back to a wealth of respected bands of yesterday, including The Atlantics, Figures on a Beach, Third Rail, Fireking, Pop Gun, and plenty others.

But this latest effort is entirely Little Billy Lost.

“ We hope that the listener will be able to relax, close their eyes, and connect with the simple but compelling message of the song that we are all connected by the human condition,” Pineau adds. “All of us have at one time or another found ourselves in the position of the protagonist in the song, and we hope that the listener can pause and for a moment experience that feeling.”

We love the retro feel of the video for “Dance Angelina Dance” It’s a fun video that does a brilliant job of showing the fun and vibrant vibe of the band.

Little Billy Lost , has a sound and vibe that immediately grabs your attention. You can call it a retro,or a throwback sound , it doesn’t matter – Little Billy Lost plays authentic electrifying rock that is simply out of this world good!

Little Thief release lyric video for new single “Geronimo” And… We Love It!

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We recently got to check out the new lyric video for “Geronimo” from Bristol (UK) rock band Little Thief, (Charlie Fitzgerald,guitar,vocals and Rhii Williams drums) created by videographer and designer Jamie Panton.

You can watch the amazingly lyric below

We are huge fans of the single so when we heard there was a lyric video we were pretty stoked.

Their new single “Geronimo”, produced and mixed by Ali Staton at Crossleaze Studio, was written about camaraderie in the face of adversity, inspired by old war films and team sports. The addictively frenetic new single combines thunderous drums, groove-laden basslines and sing-along anthemic choruses, a true crowd pleaser out just in time for the festival season.

Discussing the single, vocalist and lyricist Charlie Fitzgerald states: “People do incredible things when up against it and true colours often show when everything falls apart. For me, it signifies sticking together through good times and bad.

We spent a few days in the basement of our place on Albany road in Bristol working together on a bunch of new tracks and Geronimo came from that batch. It was one of the first tunes where the music came first and the lyrics followed. I really enjoyed writing the words for this as they are a bit cheesy, fun and simple with a very repetitive nature. We had the demo banging around for ages and really enjoyed playing it live.”

You can listen to “Geronimo”on Spotify Here and on Apple Music Here

We can’t wait for new music from Little Thief until then, we will bask in the glow that is the amazing lyric video.

We Are All About Good June And Their Debut Single “It’s All About”

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Recently we had the distinct honor to check out the debut single “It’s All About” from Boston based band Good June . You can listen to “It’s All About “ on Spotify Here and on Apple Music Here

Good June is Alex Ilyadis, Justin Marion, Jina Moran, and Walker Bristol. Originally a solo project by Alex in the start of 2022, Good June grew to be a full band as it added in Jina and Walker near the end of the year, that has allowed them to begin tapping into the various styles of Emo and the surrounding genres. “It’s All About” is their first release with more music on the horizon.

Good June are a group of highly skilled musicians that play with a high level of emotion that shines brightly on “It’s All About” . We found ourselves tapping along almost instantly. “It’s All About “ is a well crafted song that features stunning melodies that were paired beautifully with flawless vocals.

Good June are the real deal… and we have a feeling they are just warming up. So give your ears a treat and check out “It’s All About”

You can also catch Good June live at O’BRIEN’S Pub in Allston on September 17th for more information click Here

Small Crush Gives us The Epic New Single “Rumblin’ Tummy”

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We are getting so close to the release of the new album “Penelope” from Oakland CA based indie rock band Small Crush.The album will be released on September 14th . Until then, the band is releasing its latest single “Rumblin’ Tummy “

You can listen to “Rumblin’ Tummy” on Spotify Here and on Apple Music Here

Let us start off by saying that “Rumblin’ Tummy” is one those songs that is impossible not to like. Once those drums started at the beginning we were instantly hooked.

Frontwoman Logan Hammon describes “Rumblin’ Tummy” as a song about “staying in love and getting butterflies in your stomach no matter how long it’s been.” Appropriately, “Rumblin’ Tummy” is a fresh re-imagining of a fan-favorite from 2019, “Tummy Rumblin.” Just as the song’s romance has lasted the years, Small Crush built off the old track while injecting a fresh perspective, creating an entirely new and delightful sonic experience. The song’s upbeat and infectious vibe effortlessly sweeps listeners off their feet, while the heartfelt lyrics resonate with relatable themes of longing and uncertainty.

“Rumblin’ Tummy’s” poignant verses lovingly invite listeners into an at once guarded and emotionally unfettered moment of vulnerability: “My tummy is rumblin’ / I keep stumblin’ over you / I keep on mumblin’ / I wish I knew what to do.” Logan Hammon’s voice is lilting and dreamy with backing from the lead guitarist Jackson Felton, drummer Allen Moreno, and bassist Joey Chavez. Small Crush’s harmonious synergy cross-stitches a breezy yet introspective work of art in this track.

Small Crush will also soon be embarking on tour supporting Jeff Rosenstock in November and December, you check out details below .

Small Crush Tour Dates

Supporting Jeff Rosenstock:

  • Nov 25 – Phoenix, AZ @ The Van Buren
  • Nov 27 – Santa Fe, NM @ Meow Wolf
  • Nov 28 – El Paso, TX @ Lowbrow Palace
  • Nov 30 – San Antonio, TX @ Paper Tiger
  • Dec 1 – Austin, TX @ Empire Garage
  • Dec 2 – Dallas, TX    @ Ferris Wheelers Backyard and BBQ
  • Dec 3 – Tulsa, OK @ The Vanguard
  • Dec 5 – Denver, CO @ Summit
  • Dec 7 – Salt Lake City, UT @ Soundwell
  • Dec 8 – Boise, ID @ Treefort Music Hall
  • Dec 10 –  Portland, OR @ Revolution Hall
  • Dec 11 – Seattle, WA @ The Showbox
  • Dec 14 – Reno, NV @ The Holland Project
  • Dec 15 – San Francisco, CA @ The Regency Ballroom
  • Dec 16 – Los Angeles, CA @ The Novo
  • Dec 17 – San Diego, CA @ The Observatory North Park

Small Crush brings such a refreshing energy and vibe with their music, you can definitely feel that energy with “Rumblin’ Tummy “