Jen Awad Delivers Us From Toxic Apathy in “Basic Bitch” Originally appeared on Grimy Goods. Awad is fed up with toxic apathy. The half-Peruvian, half-Egyptian songwriter never gives anything less than a powerhouse performance, with lyrics that pack their own figurative punch. The vitriol in “Basic Bitch” is palpable, due in part to its personal relevance; Awad told Grimy Goods, “This song is based on a … Continue reading
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Bone Acre is Post Punk for the #MeToo Era Originally appeared on Grimy Goods. High desert-based Bone Acre is a powerful story and a new music act fronted by Caroline Heerwagen. When they appear live, they are a quartet comprised of Jason Obergfoll, Adam D’Zurilla, Sean Burgess and Ashley Mendel. Bone Acre plans to put out a full-length record this Friday, after today’s premiere of … Continue reading
Nathan Owen Delivers a Hopeful Message in Apocalyptic Video for “The Things We Left Below” Originally appeared on Grimy Goods. The world feels like it’s ending. But as long as we breathe, there is much to appreciate about life. At least that’s the message from the former frontman of Owenstone, Nathan Owen. He has been working on a solo project, and today’s premiere will add to … Continue reading
EP III Caps Off a Trilogy of Releases from Yumi Zouma Originally appeared on Grimy Goods. Technology united the four friends of New Zealand’s Yumi Zouma in their early beginnings. Their debut EP came together over email and file sharing, and was received with indie acclaim across the blogosphere. Four-and-a-half years later, the band closes a chapter of their career with the release of the … Continue reading
Little Simz Releases Punchy Anthem “Boss” Ahead of Demon Dayz Fest Appearance Originally appeared on Grimy Goods. With her new single, North London hip hop artist Little Simz reminds us that she is not just a girl, she’s a boss. The song debuted on television’s current best place to hear new music: Issa Rae’s HBO show, Insecure. “Boss” comes on the heels of another brand new … Continue reading
Anticipation Grows for New Music From Joy Downer Originally appeared on Grimy Goods. Joy Downer—the moniker for local duo (and live three-piece) as well as the legal name of the band’s frontwoman—has been busy. If you follow them on Soundcloud, you may have noticed that new covers and demos appeared quietly on their page in the past week. It is only the tip of the … Continue reading
O Future Demonstrate Devotion Through Immobility in New Video for “Stay” Originally appeared on Grimy Goods. Eventually, a song will be written for every subject; today marks the release of one about medieval anchorite nuns. The new single from O Future (formerly OOFJ) is called “Stay,” referring to the vows of immobility taken by those who dedicated their lives completely to their faith. The band’s music … Continue reading
Winter Throws a Technicolor Party in New Video for “You Don’t Know Me” Originally appeared on Grimy Goods. Friendship is complicated. Growing older can cause friction between even the thickest of thieves, especially if one has decided to turn away from a life of crime. Samira Winter and her namesake band explore a fading relationship on “You Don’t Know Me” from their spring LP release, Ethereality. … Continue reading
Be Wary of False Prophets, Warns Brother Oliver Originally appeared on Grimy Goods. When we are desperate, we become irrational. Recklessness makes us prone to fall for schemes from unsavory characters. South Carolina’s Brother Oliver tells us to be wary around new people with unusual ideas; their new single “False Prophet” is a powerful bit of wisdom. Read more. Brother Oliver | website | Facebook | … Continue reading
Get Caught Overheating with Fever Feel
Photo by Braeden Paterson. Originally appeared on Grimy Goods. If your favorite Beatles song is “Revolution 9,” then you’ll love Fever Feel. Even if you have little respect for that comparison, keep reading—the Canadian three-piece is creative in the best ways. The band has a self-titled album due out next week, on September 14th to be exact; audiences at Harvard & Stone got a first … Continue reading Get Caught Overheating with Fever Feel
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