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The Dirty Nil is ready to hammer this song into your head

Post author By James Cross
Post date 10 October 2020

The Dirty Nil have dropped another single leading up to the release of their third album, Fuck Art.

The Canadian trio aren’t afraid to go all out, bringing massive gang vocals to “Blunt Force Concussion” over a bed of driving drums, melodic guitars and a catchy hook.

The album drops on New Year’s Day 2021 via Dine Alone Records, so be sure to keep your ears out for more great songs leading up to the release.

In the meantime, enjoy “Blunt Force Concussion” – just don’t headbang so hard that you give yourself a concussion.

You can find The Dirty Nil on: Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | Bandcamp | their website

Tags Canada, Hamilton, Ontario, The Dirty Nil

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Witness this catchy new track by Jake Is Lloyd

Post author By James Cross
Post date 14 September 2020

Split between Los Angeles and Miami, Jake Is Lloyd is not a traditional duo.

Thankfully, in the era of social distancing remote collaboration – even on opposite ends of the country – is not only possible, but happening every day.

As time goes on, I’m sure we’ll see more and more long-distance bands sprouting up.

But that’s not what we’re here to talk about – this post is all about “Witness”, the new track by Jake Is Lloyd, off of their EP Prey & Predator.

The song features catchy lyrics with an ear worm of a guitar riff driving it forward.

Take a listen to this end of summer jam and keep an eye out for more!

Jake Is Lloyd · Witness

Find Jake Is Lloyd: website | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

Tags Alternative, Jake Is Lloyd, Los Angeles, Miami, USA

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It’s time to hold on and listen to this song

Post author By James Cross
Post date 3 September 2020

Even though the band calls themselves Cold Weather Kids (not to be confused with fellow LA-area band Cold War Kids), there’s no cold weather in their current location of Los Angeles.

Instead, the name stems from their childhoods – each member grew up in a cold, snowy state.

In 2016 the members came together in LA and decided to work on music together, while balancing the usual – running a studio, playing in other bands, and producing for artists.

The band has now released their debut album, Songs We Can’t Finish. Check out the lead single “Holding On” below and be sure to listen to the full release on Spotify!

Cold Weather Kids · Holding On

Find Cold Weather Kids on: Facebook | Instagram | Spotify | Soundcloud

Tags CA, California, Cold Weather Kids, LA, Los Angeles, USA

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Shrinx Rocks!

Post author By Jamie Board
Post date 3 September 2020

Shrinx released a new song,”Here Comes The Silence”, on August 28th. They don’t bring us Silence. Instead, they bring us a loud and killer song!

Shrinx are a Swiss rock band, originally known as Shambolic Shrinks (2015-2019).

If you would like to learn more about Shrinx, check out their website as well as purchase their music!

Want to stay in the loop? Follow them on their Facebook page as well as their Instagram.

Tags Andy Great, HÄSE, Jamie Board, Luke, Simon

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Midfield beats the competition with “Smackdown of the Century”

Post author By James Cross
Post date 30 August 2020

It’s nice to see pop punk making a revival, but all too often the songs are poorly produced and not catchy like a song should be. It can be a real bummer.

The good news is Pennsylvania based band Midfield breaks the norm with a killer, well written, and well produced song in the form of “Smackdown of the Century”.

I doubt they were thinking about upstaging other pop punk artists when they came up with the song, but that’s certainly what they’ve done here.

I’m definitely looking forward to hearing what Midfield comes up with next, as they’re clearly putting in the effort and have the musical talent.

You can find Midfield on: Facebook | Instagram | Bandcamp | YouTube | Spotify

Tags Midfield, PA, Pennsylvania, Pop punk, USA

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Take a look into the right window with The Lungs

Post author By James Cross
Post date 28 August 2020

Based in Los Angeles, punk trio The Lungs have all the aggression and energy that you would expect from a band who lives in a Mediterranean climate.

Ok, that’s a bit sarcastic – the band is way more aggressive than what you’d hear from a typical LA band.

But, that doesn’t change the fact that I love the energy they poured into “Wrong Window” and am waiting with bated breath to hear more.

The good news is, if you’re like me and want to hear more from The Lungs we won’t have to wait too long!

Their debut album will be released on October 16th, so in just about a month and a half we’ll be able to get another dose of the raw and energetic performances that went into the lead single off the album.

Take a listen below, and prepare yourself for that mid-October release!

Tags CA, California, Los Angeles, The Lungs, USA

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(De)generate with Zebra Libra

Post author By James Cross
Post date 27 August 2020

Portuguese rock quartet Zebra Libra have released an energetic, heavy-hitting track called “(De)generation”.

Accompanied by a very well directed and edited video, the song dives into the life of a young man trying to establish who he is as a part of society.

“(De)generation” is band’s first release of 2020, but we’re hoping it’s not the last – we need songs as kick-ass as “(De)generation” to help overcome the quarantine blues.

Find Zebra Libra on: Facebook | Instagram | Spotify | Bandcamp

Tags Alternative, Europe, Pop punk, Portugal, punk, Rock, Zebra Libra

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These won’t be the last words (or letters) we write about Last Letters

Post author By James Cross
Post date 27 August 2020

Last Letters may not be a household name in the pop punk/emo scene (yet), but the momentum is starting to build.

Not only does Charles Iwuc, the man behind Last Letters, write infectious hooks – the production on his song “You Swore” is reminiscent of Angels and Airwaves guitar delays with the energy of Aaron Gillespie (Underoath) on drums.

The genre isn’t as popular as it once was, so I’m afraid that Last Letters may never get their chance to break out of a niche… But I’m sure that in the heyday of pop punk, Last Letters would’ve been one of the most popular acts there is.

Here’s to Last Letters proving me wrong and breaking through the niche and bringing great music back to the mainstream!

Find Last Letters on: Facebook | Instagram | Spotify | Bandcamp

Tags Aaron Gillespie, Last Letters, New York, NYC, UNDEROATH, USA

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Take a Leap of Faith and check out this song

Post author By James Cross
Post date 21 August 2020

If you’re a fan of mid 2000s emo and post-hardcore, it’s not a stretch to say you’ll enjoy Envied by Angels.

The band is a new project by producer and multi-instrumentalist Adam Blackner.

You can hear the song below, or save it on Spotify.

To stay up to date, follow Envied b y Angels on Instagram!

Tags CA, California, Envied By Angels, Orange, USA

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The Farewell Project – The Peach Pit

Post author By James Cross
Post date 8 August 2020

Swedish indie rockers The Farewell Project have just released a brand new song, “The Peach Pit”.

The song is very reminiscent of the 90s, with clean but gritty guitars and tight vocal doubling that sounds just a bit phasey.

If you’re a fan of The Smashing Pumpkins, Silversun Pickups (their earlier releases, at least), or a plethora of other acts, you’ll probably enjoy “The Peach Pit”.

You can listen below, and find the band on Instagram | Spotify

Tags Sweden, The Farewell Project

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