In the crowded and diverse world of indie folk what really makes artists stand out to me is idiosyncracies and superb melodies. Tobacco Pat brings both of these in spades on his new, self-released album Vimanas.
Tobacco Pat – American Mind
Tobacco Pat – The Doctor
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I came across Yellow Lady Slipper while looking for local(ish) music and I was lucky to find them. They hail from a small town in Western PA known for it's large outlet mall so naturally they play an earnest, percussive brand of Americana-tinged indie rock. Plus, their album is available for free!
Yellow Lady Slipper – Stay Movin'
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Since receiving Ophelia's self-titled debut album a few days ago it has quickly become one of my favorite finds of the year (and "Nowhere, No Way" is a late contender for my song of the year). Ophelia make stripped-down acoustic Americana and it's quite charming.
Ophelia – Nowhere, No Way
Ophelia – Butcher
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I don't know the best way to describe Buke & Gase, but I think that is part of what makes them so interesting. This is a duo of a woman named Arone Dyer and a man named Aron Sanchez and I highly encourage you all to give a listen to their unique sound.
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I just got a hold of Fistful of Mercy's As I Call You Down and it is unsurprisingly great given the line-up. Fistful of Mercy consists of Ben Harper, Dhani Harrison (son of the Greatest Beatle), and singer-songwriter Joseph Arthur.
Fistful of Mercy – Father's Son
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I've always had a soft spot for "art punk" bands, as vague and misleading as that label may be. If nothing else, it means that the music is intelligent and interesting. In the case of Young Circles, it's both and more. A lot more.
Young Circles – Sharp Teeth
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I think what we need here is a little ass-kicking. I've been on a slow music kick lately and I need a little spice right about now. I'm giving the duty to Cloud Nothings in honor of their recent signing to Carpark Records and their new LP that drops in January.
Cloud Nothings – Hey Cool Kid
Cloud Nothings – Can't Stay Awake
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Those Who Dig's recent conversation with Slowcoustic introduced me to the great label that Sandy runs called Yer Bird Records. The first artist I listened to floored me and has been on repeat for a week. Introducing Caleb Coy.
Caleb Coy – I'll Be Damned
Caleb Coy – Write Your Own Songs
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Got word today of the New Familiars show in Erie tonight at the Crooked I. Their sound is right up my alley with it's earnest new-grass. I have no doubt they will rock it and inspire a lengthier post in the near future, but for now check out this live performance.
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Something's magic in the state of North Carolina. It seems like every good, new band I discover these days hails from the NC. The countrified, quirky rock of Lonnie Walker has traveled up North to delight and please our eardrums.
Lonnie Walker – Grape Juice
Lonnie Walker – Compass Comforts
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