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Nick Duane plays dark, dreamy avant-alternative rock with “Before the Storm”

James Moore April 3, 2012 Comments Off

Nick Duane is a synthpop/indie rock/alternative artist who is creating some very moody and interesting textures with his brand new release “Before the Storm”. “Willett Avenue” is recommended listening for fans of dark, dreamy

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The Jacobs channel George Harrison with “Won’t Bow Out”

James Moore March 13, 2012 Comments Off

Hailing from London, England, The Jacobs bring to mind a strong George Harrison influence on first listen; the Travelling Wilburys in fact. Well, there aren’t many stronger acts to draw influence from. The sound

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Swedish band Slim Loris unite rock n roll with Americana on “Down to Earth”

James Moore January 13, 2012 Comments Off

Slim Loris is a 3-piece rock n’ roll/folk rock band who come from a place famous for having a great music scene – Stockholm, Sweden. Their music is simultaneously upbeat yet melancholy, familiar yet

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The Stereophones strike indie music video gold with “Fight”

James Moore January 11, 2012 Comments Off

The Stereophones are a unique and commendable indie rock/pop/experimental project. Founders Kayhan Ahmadi and Kevin Ahmadi team up with a slew of other artists, musicians, remixers and directors to create and release a ton of

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Pat Smith Brings The Brood To Indie Rock With “Goodbye Goodnight”

James Moore December 13, 2011 Comments Off

“Goodbye Goodnight”, the new album by Pat Smith is smart indie rock for Stereogum and Pitchfork music enthusiasts. I mean that in the best possible way. Though appealing to modern hipsters, Smith’s depth and

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Common Swift Will Appeal To Radiohead Fans With “Passing Spirit” EP

James Moore December 8, 2011 Comments Off

Common Swift are a 3-piece indie rock band hailing from Madison, Wisconsin. Inspired by artists such as Radiohead and Deerhoof, the band sets out into ambitious, emotionally charged territory with their “Passing Spirit” EP.

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The Paper Suns brighten your afternoon

James Moore November 29, 2011 Comments Off

Psychedelic and heartfelt, though still enjoying the sun, indie rock trio The Paper Suns have a 3-track album entitled “Over Water” available now at their Bandcamp page. It always brightens my day when I

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Baltimore Quartet Diefenbaker’s Pop Rocks

James Moore November 16, 2011 Comments Off

Baltimore-based garage rock/pop quartet Diefenbaker are currently promoting their new single “Got The Enzyme”, which can be heard at http://diefenpop.com. Right away the guitars are messy and thick – exactly the way they should

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