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Review | Fossil Collective – On & On EP

[T]here must be something about living in Leeds that inspires creative inspiration. A quick Internet search on the history of bands from the area brings up a pretty impressive list. Relative newcomers to the scene David Fendick and Johnny Hooker, otherwise known as Fossil Collective, are looking to add their harmonious voices to the well carved musical landscape of the West Yorkshire area. The duo began their journey in 2004 as part of a band called Vib Gyor, releasing two EP’s and collecting praise from DJ’s and writers across the UK.  Vib Gyor released their debut album, We Are Not an…

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Tonight | Father John Misty at Paradise Rock Club

[T]he one and only Father John Misty graces our fair city once again with a show at Boston’s Paradise this evening and for those who missed him in May, yours truly included, this is our wake up call. He mystified a sold out crowd at Brighton Music Hall and left everyone in a starry-eyed haze. Get to the “Dise” early to catch Brooklyn native La Sera and Los Angeles band Jeffertitti’s Nile shake things up beforehand. This is a show not to be missed! More  info on tonight can be found at the Paradise website. See you there fellow music…

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New Music | The 1975 – Sex

[W]hen a band from Manchester, UK attempts to break into the US market the music world expects big things, given the well documented musical path to our airwaves by those who have come before. With that said, The 1975 have begun to chart their course with the release of their new single “Sex” from the EP, Sex, out November 12, 2012 on Vagrant Records. While it would be hard for any band from that area to break free from inevitable comparisons the band manages to pay homage to the scene while planting their own rock n’ roll flag in the Warehouse…

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New Music | Lee Bains III & The Glory Fires – Total Destruction To Your Mind

[I]f the 8-track format suddenly made a comeback of vinyl-like proportions Lee Bains III & The Glory Fires would be the reason for the resurgence. I pressed play on the newly released track and before I knew what hit me I was dancing around like a college kid at a kegger. The boys have just hit the road in support of their debut album, There is a Bomb in Gilead, and are celebrating with the release of the Swamp Dogg cover “Total Destruction To Your Mind.” The B-side is a new version of the title track from There is a…

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New Music | The Tinderbox – Who’s To Till This land?

The Tinder Box – To The Road The Tinder Box – The Crow, The Mourn [S]outh Dakotan Americana band The Tinderbox recenetly released two new songs, a rambling track with a pounding drumline & a tender bluegrass track that seem to reflect their surroundings, natural beauty and at times a pounding spirit, they are foot tapping, stomping, tracks that are wonderful to listen to. The band will release a new EP later this month (October 30th). Along with releasing a new album, the trio has been in works with a local South Dakota film director. New and old tracks will…

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Tonight | He’s My Brother She’s My Sister at Middle East Upstairs

[T]he Los Angeles based theater-rock troupe, He’s My Brother She’s My Sister, bring their stylish, rag-time sound to Cambridge this evening with a show at the Middle East Upstairs. The talented five-piece band is nearing the end of their fall tour, leaving jaws hanging and reviewers swooning from state to state. Doors are at 7pm tonight and be sure to get there early to catch the 3 opening acts Personal Finance, Christopher North and Lucy Michelle and the Velvet Lapelles. It practically promises to be a show that will have everyone saying “Yeah I was there before they got too…

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Review | Daughter and Choir of Young Believers at the Red Room

[E]veryone at the Red Room last Monday night arrived early; they were in on the secret. Daughter, the UK trio fronted by Elena Tonra, played their first night of their first US tour. If you’ve heard either of their EPs, it was a no brainer to be among the first see the band stateside. It was a short set, which wasn’t all that surprising as the trio has no full-length albums out, only two EPs. But despite the lack of a full-length debut, there is a lot that makes Daughter special, starting with Elena Tonra’s voice, which is beautiful and sexy and melts with…

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Photos | Death Grips, Flying Lotus, and Buke & Gase

[V]isceral and brutal in the most cathartic way possible, Death Grips abused the stage at Le Poisson Rouge at NPR’s CMJ showcase on Wednesday night. Drummer Zach Hill beat his set to bloody bits without a shred of remorse, anchoring an otherwise wheeling and cacophonic set of material from the group’s two full-length 2012 releases. His gunshot beats mixed with a swirl of pre-recorded ether, creating a cyclone of noise in the red-washed room. The Tasmanian Devil turning in the middle of the cyclone, MC Ride, was the center of attention. Shirtless and drenched in sweat, he racing around the…

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New Music | HAIM – Don’t Save Me

[I]’m really loving this recently surfaced track from HAIM, the Los Angeles based sister group. Although they have yet to release a full album, their EP, was released over the summer and was well received. “Don’t Save Me,” the single in question has a retro new wave vibe & super catchy melodies. It’s definitely a pop effort that works really well and will have you reaching for the repeat button.

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