Best New Music of June 2019
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FEATURED BANDS IN THIS EPISODE:
SORTED BY APPEARANCE ON SHOW IN EXCEPTION TO ARTIST OF THE MONTH
Artist of the Month: Chinatown Slalom
FEATURED SONGS: Who Wants to Be a Millionaire/Just Love (19:50-21:15 / 21:15-22:58)
Artist of the Month goes to Chinatown Slolem, who released their debut album Who Wants to be a Millionaire. This group is based out of Liverpool and is known for throwing house parties on the regular and actually have extended the invite to the public on Facebook. The album came out of no where; no singles, no build-up. The group of four does a great job to give you a view into their creative minds, even sampling Jai Paul... CONTINUE READING
FEATURED SONGS: Who Wants to Be a Millionaire/Just Love (19:50-21:15 / 21:15-22:58)
Artist of the Month goes to Chinatown Slolem, who released their debut album Who Wants to be a Millionaire. This group is based out of Liverpool and is known for throwing house parties on the regular and actually have extended the invite to the public on Facebook. The album came out of no where; no singles, no build-up. The group of four does a great job to give you a view into their creative minds, even sampling Jai Paul... CONTINUE READING
Dori Valentine
FEATURED SONG: Bunk Beds (5:00-6:35)
Originally from Amarillo, Texas, Dori Valentine is a nineteen year old singer-songwriter who also doubles as a multi-instrumentalist and producer. With only three singles out to date (two at the time of recording this podcast), she is a brand new, up and coming indie/alternative artist that you need to keep an eye on. Valentine makes sure to be the main contributor to her work and keeps a strong role in production... CONTINUE READING
FEATURED SONG: Bunk Beds (5:00-6:35)
Originally from Amarillo, Texas, Dori Valentine is a nineteen year old singer-songwriter who also doubles as a multi-instrumentalist and producer. With only three singles out to date (two at the time of recording this podcast), she is a brand new, up and coming indie/alternative artist that you need to keep an eye on. Valentine makes sure to be the main contributor to her work and keeps a strong role in production... CONTINUE READING
Marlon Craft
FEATURED SONG: Love Hate Interlude (7:20-8:35)
Marlon Craft, born and raised in NYC, is an amazing lyrical boom-bap rapper that you should give a listen to if that's your thing. His songs are heavy on story-telling and political issues, but still have smooth instrumentals and jazzy influence. He isn't letting his degree in Urban Education & Social Justice go to waste, as he is using his platform to try to relay important messages to the public/youth. Seeing a picture of Craft you would be surprised, ... CONTINUE READING
FEATURED SONG: Love Hate Interlude (7:20-8:35)
Marlon Craft, born and raised in NYC, is an amazing lyrical boom-bap rapper that you should give a listen to if that's your thing. His songs are heavy on story-telling and political issues, but still have smooth instrumentals and jazzy influence. He isn't letting his degree in Urban Education & Social Justice go to waste, as he is using his platform to try to relay important messages to the public/youth. Seeing a picture of Craft you would be surprised, ... CONTINUE READING
Magic Bronson
FEATURED SONG: When Was the Last Time(8:35-10:20)
Magic Bronson entered the scene back in 2017 with their single "Nervous" which was actually featured on Kendall and Kylie Jenner's Instagram ad for their fashion line. Magic Bronson excels in making extremely catchy melody's paired with unique and interesting lyrics. The duo consists of Matt Lieberman and Michael Nicastro, and they began their careers back in 2013 with their first EP "Nor'easter"... CONTINUE READING
FEATURED SONG: When Was the Last Time(8:35-10:20)
Magic Bronson entered the scene back in 2017 with their single "Nervous" which was actually featured on Kendall and Kylie Jenner's Instagram ad for their fashion line. Magic Bronson excels in making extremely catchy melody's paired with unique and interesting lyrics. The duo consists of Matt Lieberman and Michael Nicastro, and they began their careers back in 2013 with their first EP "Nor'easter"... CONTINUE READING
Surf Curse
FEATURED SONG: Disco (11:00-12:30 )
Originally from Nevada, Surf Curse is an indie surf rock band that started in 2013. The group consists of Jacob Rubeck (guitarist) and Nick Rattigan (drummer and lead vocalist). Since they started, they've released two full-length albums and one extended play. They currently reside in Los Angeles and have really made their mark on the local DIY punk scene. They were even able to land a spot in the annual Beach Goth festival that's hosted by Eric Andre and The Growlers. ...CONTINUE READING
FEATURED SONG: Disco (11:00-12:30 )
Originally from Nevada, Surf Curse is an indie surf rock band that started in 2013. The group consists of Jacob Rubeck (guitarist) and Nick Rattigan (drummer and lead vocalist). Since they started, they've released two full-length albums and one extended play. They currently reside in Los Angeles and have really made their mark on the local DIY punk scene. They were even able to land a spot in the annual Beach Goth festival that's hosted by Eric Andre and The Growlers. ...CONTINUE READING
Low Island
FEATURED SONG: Search Box (13:03-14:35)
Low Island is the best of all worlds. They are a great medium between club music and indie, and formed no more than a year ago. The group consists of Carlos Posada, Felix Higginbottom, Jamie Jay, and Jacob Lively. Lively, Higginbottom, and Posada all met in primary school and eventually met Jay in their early teens. Due to their combined musical past, whether it was night club DJ'ing, failed indie bands, festivals, etc., their music resembles everything they enjoy. ...CONTINUE READING
FEATURED SONG: Search Box (13:03-14:35)
Low Island is the best of all worlds. They are a great medium between club music and indie, and formed no more than a year ago. The group consists of Carlos Posada, Felix Higginbottom, Jamie Jay, and Jacob Lively. Lively, Higginbottom, and Posada all met in primary school and eventually met Jay in their early teens. Due to their combined musical past, whether it was night club DJ'ing, failed indie bands, festivals, etc., their music resembles everything they enjoy. ...CONTINUE READING
Shishi
FEATURED SONG: Hush (15:00-16:45)
Shishi is a Lithuanian trio of three girls who play exactly what they want. They are a new and mostly unknown group that still have a ton of talent to share. Their debut album NA x 80 was released in September of last year, and besides that, not much is really known about Shishi. They are a fan of messy aesthetics and sing a lot about their own lives and experiences. Mentioning Vilnius and dragons, Shishi is as unique as they get. ...CONTINUE READING
FEATURED SONG: Hush (15:00-16:45)
Shishi is a Lithuanian trio of three girls who play exactly what they want. They are a new and mostly unknown group that still have a ton of talent to share. Their debut album NA x 80 was released in September of last year, and besides that, not much is really known about Shishi. They are a fan of messy aesthetics and sing a lot about their own lives and experiences. Mentioning Vilnius and dragons, Shishi is as unique as they get. ...CONTINUE READING
Houses
FEATURED SONG: Hold Me Up (16:45-18:13)
Houses began after Dexter Tortoriello, a well established singer, songwriter, and producer, returned to Chicago after living in Hawaii. He was living with his partner, Megan Messina, and began to combine samples of his older music with his records from Hawaii and created his new side project; Houses. His first song "Endless Spring" took off immediately and was even featured on Pitchfork's website. ...CONTINUE READING
FEATURED SONG: Hold Me Up (16:45-18:13)
Houses began after Dexter Tortoriello, a well established singer, songwriter, and producer, returned to Chicago after living in Hawaii. He was living with his partner, Megan Messina, and began to combine samples of his older music with his records from Hawaii and created his new side project; Houses. His first song "Endless Spring" took off immediately and was even featured on Pitchfork's website. ...CONTINUE READING
Dylan LeBlanc
FEATURED SONG: Renegade (23:25-24:45)
Dylan LeBlanc is a Louisiana native and spent his childhood surrounded by the most talented musicians, including his father. James LeBlanc was also a singer/songwriter/guitarist that passed down his talents to Dylan who is definitely doing him justice. Dylan began making music at 11 years old, and by the time he became a teenager he was basically a fully developed musician. By 19 years old he was ready to release his debut album Paupers Field. ...CONTINUE READING
FEATURED SONG: Renegade (23:25-24:45)
Dylan LeBlanc is a Louisiana native and spent his childhood surrounded by the most talented musicians, including his father. James LeBlanc was also a singer/songwriter/guitarist that passed down his talents to Dylan who is definitely doing him justice. Dylan began making music at 11 years old, and by the time he became a teenager he was basically a fully developed musician. By 19 years old he was ready to release his debut album Paupers Field. ...CONTINUE READING
Mosa Wild
FEATURED SONG: Tides (25:25-27:50)
Mosa Wild, named after one of the members grandfather, is an exceptional British indie band that seems to be doing everything right for only having released 3 songs. The combination of their guitars, synths, and drum lines give them a smooth and cohesive feel, making each song satisfying and easy to listen to. Not to mention their lead singer sounds extremely similar to Chris Martin of Coldplay. ...CONTINUE READING
FEATURED SONG: Tides (25:25-27:50)
Mosa Wild, named after one of the members grandfather, is an exceptional British indie band that seems to be doing everything right for only having released 3 songs. The combination of their guitars, synths, and drum lines give them a smooth and cohesive feel, making each song satisfying and easy to listen to. Not to mention their lead singer sounds extremely similar to Chris Martin of Coldplay. ...CONTINUE READING
Autograf (ft. Wynne)
FEATURED SONG: Test the Waters (28:40-29:57)
Autograf is a trio that includes two art students and a derivatives trader. Jake Carpenter, Louis Kha, and Mikul Wing join together to make some of the most unique electronic music there is. Back in 2015 when edm was at an all time high, they decided to remix some popular artists like Lorde and Pharell. Their debut EP came in 2016, titled Future Soup, which is a spot on name. Their futuristic sounds and interesting art installations at shows make them unlike no other. Since then, Autograf has mostly been releasing single after single, but recently in 2019 they released another EP titled Love & Retrograde and if you are a fan of futuristic electronic dance music, do yourself a favor and listen to it from start to finish ASAP.
Continue to Autograf's Website
FEATURED SONG: Test the Waters (28:40-29:57)
Autograf is a trio that includes two art students and a derivatives trader. Jake Carpenter, Louis Kha, and Mikul Wing join together to make some of the most unique electronic music there is. Back in 2015 when edm was at an all time high, they decided to remix some popular artists like Lorde and Pharell. Their debut EP came in 2016, titled Future Soup, which is a spot on name. Their futuristic sounds and interesting art installations at shows make them unlike no other. Since then, Autograf has mostly been releasing single after single, but recently in 2019 they released another EP titled Love & Retrograde and if you are a fan of futuristic electronic dance music, do yourself a favor and listen to it from start to finish ASAP.
Continue to Autograf's Website
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