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We have been digging the pop tunes of Gold Motel since we were introduced to them back in the Spring.  Enjoy this video for “Safe in LA” off their latest record Summer House.  If you are in DC go see them (and locals Matt Hemerlein and Tennis System) at the U St. Music Hall on August 1st. The show will be benefiting the Stone and Holt Weeks Foundation.  Good cause and good music.  Cheers!
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The State Department is rock n’ roll. Â I have seen them play twice at a couple of DC house shows and the band was catchy, bombastic, and drunk as hell. Â Check out the song “Engender Me”. Â It sounds like what would happen if James Brown, David Byrne, and Tom Verlaine (Television) all had a love child. Â That soulful punk bastard would be The State Department. Â Mothers… guard your children. Attn DC: Check out The State Department on August 13th at Rock n’ Roll Hotel. |
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“Coming or Going” is the quintessential White Arrows track, a mix of pure rock and sandy, sunny good vibes. Their debut EP, Hearts & Lungs, is set for a late August release. This oughta be good! |
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Click here to view more great live photos of the show.
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The vibe at 619 Pearl St. on July 25th could not have been more laid back or chill (as was perfectly stated on Josh’s t-shirt). We all hung out in the backyard sipping on our ice cold beers and munching on hot dogs until a heavy downpour brought us indoors. And then there was music. Our friends Marmalakes & Mont Lyons both put on fantastic shows! Shout out to all those who came to hang out with us to mark our first year in the blogosphere! Cheers! PS: If anyone has more video or pictures of the event let me know and I will post it. |
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Dead Models are drenched in that 60’s pop rock sound that’s been showing up a lot recently. And these guys don’t try to hide it in the slightest. They’ve got a 4-track EP out August 3rd, and you can listen to the entire thing for free before its release date at their bandcamp page. Check it out! |
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Brooklyn-based Buke & Gass (pronounced byook & gace) are Arone Dyer on the “buke” (a self-modified six-string former baritone ukulele) and Aron Sanchez on the “gass” (a guitar-bass hybrid of his own creation). The song “Medulla Oblongata” is short and sweet, and will keep you on your toes. It’s amazing how much noise and rhythm can come from a just 2-piece. Their forthcoming self-produced full-length, Riposte, is set for release on September 14th on Brassland. |
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