A Grape Dope – “Puppet Clubbing”

Warning: this video contains elements that may affect those with photosensitivity.  The newest single to come from Arthur King Presents, the experimental release series under the Dangerbird label, is by Tortoise-member-turned-left-field noisemaker, John Herndon aka A Grape Dope. “Puppet Clubbing” is a twisted ride with a consistent beat, made all the more compelling by the mostly-animated music video, made by Herndon himself.  Continue reading A Grape Dope – “Puppet Clubbing”

Jenny O – “I Don’t Want to Live Alone Anymore”

Jenny O Yearns for Human Connection in New Single “I Don’t Want to Live Alone Anymore” Originally appeared on Grimy Goods.  Never before in history has inaction been so celebrated. Jenny O has been practicing for this period of physical distancing for years, though she was perhaps not expecting the psychological impact of being forced to do so. She has self-described as an introvert, and … Continue reading Jenny O – “I Don’t Want to Live Alone Anymore”

Ramonda Hammer – “Big Hands”

Ramonda Hammer Takes the Blame on New Single “Big Hands,” Produced by Illuminati Hotties Originally appeared on Grimy Goods.  Just last summer local hard rock outfit Ramonda Hammer debuted their full-length record I Never Wanted Company, and the band moved swiftly back into the studio (figuratively or otherwise) to put together a new EP, expected to drop later this year. “Big Hands,” produced by Sarah … Continue reading Ramonda Hammer – “Big Hands”

Alice Bag – “Spark”

Alice Bag Embraces Her ‘Spark’ on New Single Lifted From Forthcoming LP, Sister Dynamite Originally appeared on Grimy Goods.  Mexican-American queer punk icon Alice Bag continues to make headlines after nearly forty years active in the East LA community. She was an elementary school teacher before she dabbled in music with several bands, though none more important than the Bags; the group played a pivotal … Continue reading Alice Bag – “Spark”