Whilst Ann Arbor and Detroit acts such as The Stooges and the MC5 were precursors to what would inspire bands to create a sound known as punk rock, the proper formation of the movement took place in New York City in the early 70s. Groups like The New York Dolls and The Velvet Underground went on to further lay a foundation for the scene with bands like Television, The Ramones and Patti Smith elevating the culture to new heights, eventually creating an international buzz. This legacy of the grit and grind, the hustle and the New York DIY ethic is one that Brooklyn band The So So Glos know oh so well. They are the now generation of rockers proudly flying the flag for NYC with a spirit and sound that is energetic and resonant.
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Falling somewhere between shoegaze and post-punk is the latest track 'Light Rain' by NYC band Dinowalrus. Taken from their forthcoming LP 'Fairweather', the song is a mid-tempo, easing bit that slides progressively with catch hooks and epic build-ups, all graciously emitting a sound that is reminiscent of Manchester's musical glory days of the late 80s and early 90s. You can stream 'Light Rain' down below.
Brooklyn-based producer Computer Magic makes her return with a new, dreamy synth-pop single entitled 'Dimensions'. Whilst a little less experimental than her previous work, the track is a little more accessible to the mainstream, yet no less interesting or addicting. Merging drifting vocals over hazy production, the single is taken from Computer Magic's forthcoming EP 'Obscure but Visible', which lands October 7th via Channel 9 Records. Have a listen.
Brooklyn post-punk band Dinowalrus will release their fourth album 'Fairweather' on September 23rd. The group have shared the first single taken from the LP entitled 'Tides'. The swaying piece of indie is an infectious offering, slightly taken a nod towards the golden sound of The Happy Mondays. Mesh hazy vocals with sharp guitar play and mid-tempo drum kicks, and you have a grand return from the New York group. This definitely makes us happy and overly-excited for their upcoming record. You can listen to 'Tides' down at the bottom.
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There is nothing like the sound of pure, unfiltered punk and Brooklyn band The So So Glos are as core as they come with the music. Their latest single 'A.D.D. Life' is a thrilling ride on the bridge of the classic and modern, with mastered, multiple vocal flows and in your face guitar riffs. Their punchy delivery with the sound makes The So So Glos one of the more exciting bands in the genre, completely driving down their own lane.
New York City band Manic Pixi reflects the very example of what it means to take varied musical influences, place them in a blender and stir them together, with the outcome being a true collage of styles married in perfect union. This is also a testament to their family-like environment that has been instrumental in the group’s groundwork rising and progression. Comprised of vocalist Kat Hamilton, Marshall Biever, Emmett Ceglia and Drew Bastian, Manic Pixi is everything great and hopeful about the new sound of alternative and pop punk.
New York City band Manic Pixi reflects the very example of what it means to take varied musical influences, place them in a blender and stir them together, with the outcome being a true collage of styles married in perfect union. This is also a testament to their family-like environment that has been instrumental in the group’s groundwork rising and progression. Comprised of vocalist Kat Hamilton, Marshall Biever, Emmett Ceglia and Drew Bastian, Manic Pixi is everything great and hopeful about the new sound of alternative and pop punk.
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