Welcome Center “Is This All There Is?” The answer to the question is a definite yes! Welcome Center, from Dallas later Philadelphia, is comprised of Jesse Smith and Aaron Sternick, who, fifteen years ago, bonded outside a dorm room by … Continue Reading
The End Of America “Break Away” This trio from Philadelphia just blew me away. Comprised of James Downes, Trevor Leonard and Brendon Thomas, and possessing the most accurate name in music right now, The End Of America is a great Americana band that … Continue Reading
Telyscopes “I Wanna Cut You Open” Mata Mata My favorite weird Philadelphia band is back with a vengeance, and they have released the best (if not sickest) love song, beating even “Turning Japanese” by the Vapors. I think what I … Continue Reading
Who? What? When? Why? and Werewolves? “Rattail” Greatest Hits What a great bluesgrass band, and they come from Philadelphia. Comprised of Andrew Fullerton: Vocals, Guitar, Piano; Matt Orlando: Vocals, Banjo, Drums; Peter Clark: Violin; and Brian Grabski: Bass, they have such a wonderful sound; pure … Continue Reading
Telyscopes “Damaged DNA” Close Types YEAH!!! Telyscopes has a new album out, and criminy, it is so damned good. Melodies abound, which is no surprise, the guitars jingle jangle, and Jack Hubbell’s voice is amazing. I could listen to Hubbell … Continue Reading
Palmas “Where Are You Going?” This is some of the best neo funk/soul I’ve heard for a while. Palmas, from Philadelphia, sound as if Smoky Robinson decided to front Tame Impala. This is extremely funky and fun music. Comprised of Eric, … Continue Reading
SOLD “Cops” Feels Unreal This punk band from Philadelphia knows what they’re doing. This is a great single, and the album is so loud and noisy, just like rock n roll should be. I know nothing about these guys, which … Continue Reading
Kashish “Cycles” Stronger Together Kashish is a tremendous R&B singer/songwriter/activist from Philadelphia that has one of the greatest voices I’ve ever heard, and she is not afraid to speak up for what she believes, even if it could hurt her … Continue Reading