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Wax Phantom

2010-11-03T19:38:00.001-07:00

Okay, well.. apparently the picture isn't working.

oh well

ANYWAYS!

Wax Phantom is a 4 piece punk band from Long Island, NY. They're pretty fucking fantastic, and have released their EP free for download. They're relatively new, so I don't know much about them. They kind of take a melodic/pop approach laced with hardcore. It's.. just really good.

LISTEN TO THEM.

kay so, here..

Don't Fool With a Phantom (2010)

Slingshot Dakota

2010-10-11T16:03:00.001-07:00

Slingshot Dakota started off as a three piece emo band from Brooklyn, NY/Easton, PA, but after the departure of their guitarist they continued on as a duo. Piano, and a drum. A fucking ballsy piano mind you, and a goddamn amazing drummer. This is nothing like The Dresden Dolls, this is a completely different story. Their sound is a combination of punk and indie pop. Even if this doesn't sound appealing, I suggest you at least give it a shot.

Their pianist uses an untraditional approach coupled with an uhhh... kind of like a "jazzy/organ" setting instead of that pure piano sound. It almost mimics a guitar with really awkward distortion. Maybe this is emo piano rock? Piamo? I don't know. It's fucking incredible. I don't care much for their first album, so I'm giving you their second one.

They're also coming out with a new album relatively soon. CANNOT WAIT!

This is their Tumblr if you want to know what they're up to.

Their Dreams Are Dead, But Ours Is The Golden Ghost! (2008)

Here's a review.

Prawn

2010-10-11T15:51:00.000-07:00

Prawn is a fucking emo/post-rock band. They're goddamn amazing, and if you don't like them, I want you to die.

I know I haven't posted in a long time, but who gives a shit.

They're generous enough to release their material for free along with an option to purchase. So, if you like what you hear, and if you have money to spare, you know what to do.

False Institutions (2009)

Summer Tour 2010

Tony - Vocals/Guitar

Andrew - Guitar

Jamie - Drums

Kyle - Bass/Vocals

The Burning Paris

2010-07-01T23:43:00.000-07:00

The Burning Paris released two albums, and then an anthology, and presumably called it quits after. The fact that they are not world renown is astonishing to me, because this is one of the greatest bands I have ever heard in my entire fucking life.. and I just found out about them yesterday.

They are cello, and piano driven post-rock. They are glorious, they are fucking incredible. If you assholes don't like this band.. fuck off.

After their break up, some members went on to form Eksi Ekso, but I haven't heard them yet. Probably fantastic.

Half-Truths & Indiscretions: the Anthology

Bells on Trike

2010-04-26T23:33:00.000-07:00

1. I Drive

2. Schematic

3. Self-Drawn Blueprint

4. Apparatus Must Be Earthed

5. The Old Adam

6. There Went Nothing

7. Meadow

The only release from Bells on Trike is their self-title 10". Powerful, beautiful, and memorable. Download it now.

Although they're gone, they'll be remembered & all that sappy shit. :D

The Little Explorer

2010-01-22T00:17:00.000-08:00

The Little Explorer was a screamo/emo (with other elements) band from the United Kingdom. They were around from 2002 to 2008, and released one album, and a demo.. thing. Extremely talented, and their replay value is relatively high. I've searched a while for both of these releases, and they're hard to come by. It's a good thing this band is amazing, or I wouldn't even bother putting these up.

The band consisted of Garrick, Jim, Beal, and Biff. They played their final show in Derby, June 7th.

The Little Explorer

Chair Legs/Air! Displace This Smoke

|MySpace|

Fuck you, Mediafire.

2010-01-21T09:47:00.000-08:00

I was going to also upload The Little Explorer, but Mediafire is being a cunt, so.

Tomorrow. Maybe. Hopefully.

I Create

2010-01-21T08:01:00.000-08:00

I Create is from Woodstock, Georgia. They're a post-rock screamo band, and if you don't like them you can just go fuck yourself. This is one of the best, one of the greatest. They're seriously too good to be this unknown. They're talking about breaking up, and I'm gonna fucking punch them in the face.

The band consists of Joal Hohensee, Wesley Hohensee, Robert Petrecca, Matt Brooks, and Daniel Reece.

Your Sun Is A Destoryer is one of the best songs I have ever heard. I could listen to that one track for the rest of my life. I don't even think I'm exaggerating. Ask me when I've listened to it for the 700th time, and I'll tell you if it has lost the appeal.

Make These Years (2007)

All We Are Is Now (2008)

Also, I believe all their stuff is free. They weren't on a label, and their stuff is available elsewhere seemingly with their permission. Correct me if I'm wrong.

|MySpace|

Hour of the Wolf

2010-01-19T23:05:00.000-08:00

Hour of the Wolf is a hardcore band from Prescott, Arizona. They're slowly forming into my favorite hardcore band, so if you want to prevent that.. top this band. They've been compared to Black Flag, but fuck that, no.

The band consists of Addy (guitars/vocals), Hank (guitar), Pat (bass), Lance (lead vocals), Dustin (drums).

Power of the Wolf (2006)

Waste Makes Waste (2007)

Hour of the Wolf & Lewd Acts 7" (2008)
Obsolete (2009)

|MySpace||Official Web|

Burn Her Letters

2010-01-16T02:19:00.000-08:00

Burn Her Letters is a screamo band from Eskiseher, Turkey. They formed in 2006, and share their music freely. That's right, they're one of those awesome bands who exist for music & music alone. Their MySpace is not in English, so.. I can't tell you anything about them. I've only heard one song, but I got all their material, because I really loved that one song; I tend to do that a lot. I'm sharing the experience with you! :D

The band consists of Mutlu, Umut, Omercan, and Gokhan. Don't know who plays what, but.. fskljaf.

What Are They Up To?

Recording & performing (it seems like). Their newest album was released last year. Congrats on lasting for longer than 3 years, boys!

Also, this band is very generous. All of their music is free, but you can buy it as well. I think it's bands like these who make the music world a better place. All of these download links will direct to their own pages.

Diffusion

Path

Gravity

Burn Her Letters & Dramacoma

|MySpace||Pati Patu Prima Records|

Agna Moraine's Autobiography

2010-01-11T06:32:00.000-08:00

Agna Moraine's Autobiography is an emo/screamo band from the early 90's. That's literally all I know. They're awesome, that's all that matters.

Demo Tape

Split w/ Rent America

Self-titled 7"

Marquette

2010-01-10T02:39:00.000-08:00

Marquette, uh.. I know nothing of them, and I haven't even listened to their two releases yet. So, why am I recommending them? I was extremely impressed with one of their songs that I'm 90% sure all of this will be amazing. Emo, yeah, jazz..?.. was mentioned, but.. I doubt it. I'm pretty sure they're just.. emo.. and maybe some offshoots of something else, but I highly doubt jazz.

SO HERE WE GO! Embark on a listening journey with me, an experiment, if you will. They're from Morton, Illinois. Anything good ever come from there? Well, we're about to find out.

Megafone (2003)

Waxing/Waning (2007)*

*They were only around from 2003-2005, so I don't know wtf @ 2007, but.. yeaaaah.

[MySpace][Galvatraz Records]

Snowing

2010-01-10T01:13:00.000-08:00

Snowing is one of the best emo bands to ever come around, and just.. so far, one of the best bands in general. Some people are familiar with their work, but it's my opinion that not enough are. From Leigh Valley, Pennsylvania, these boys know how to make memorable music. Everything about them is perfect, and I honestly have no complaint about them. Not even something they could improve on; they're that good. All of this opinion, of course, but fuuuuckkkkk-- you have to like these guys.

To my knowledge, they only have one available release, and maybe a 7" somewhere, but yeah.. get whatever you can.

The band consists of Ross Brazuk, Nate Dionne, John Glam, and Justin Renninger. I'm not too sure on who does what, but I know I will shed emo tears when this band breaks up in..oh they just broke up, nvm. ;O;

What Are They Up To?

Writing, and creating their first full-length album.

Yessssssssssssssssssssssssss.

Fuck Your Emotional Bullshit (demo)

|MySpace & Buy|

The demo is offered for free, but you can also buy it from them. It's extremely cheap, so if you have the money.. you know what to do.

Football, etc. & Amy Kasio

2010-01-09T20:43:00.000-08:00

One's a band, one's a musician, both are pretty awesome. Football, etc. hails from Austin, TX & creates a wonderful indie-emo. They bear resemblance to Pohgoh, Jejune, and Empire! Empire! (I Was A Lonely Estate). Fun thing about them? Two women, one guy-- uncommon for this genre. Anyways, they're pretty solid. Amy Kasio started her journey in Ohio, but has relocated to Portland, Oregon. She had her start on just a Casio keyboard, but recently incorporates other music programs & instruments. She blends electro, punk, riot grrl, and a bunch of other blanket term bullshit. She's great, 'sbout it.

So this is where I tell you that the files available aren't full albums. They're little snippets, because I cannot find releases. I'll have to buy them. SO SHOULD YOU! :D

Football, etc.
Amy Kasio

Also, check out their MySpace's.

http://www.myspace.com/footballetc

http://www.myspace.com/amykasio

|Amy Kasio Buy||Football, etc. Buy|

The Tiger Lillies

2010-01-09T19:52:00.000-08:00

The Tiger Lillies have been around since 1989. They're based in England, and are known for their decadent live shows, and festive music. They fuse dark cabaret, folk, and circus punk. I've known about these guys for about 5 years now, but I've recently acquired a decent collection of their music. They have 25 major releases, so.. it's quite an extensive library.

Anyways, their dark themes, funny lyrics, and awkward stage persona's make The Tiger Lillies an amazing force in music. Even if you don't like these men it's really easy to respect what they do.

The bands lineup has been the same since its formation, and each band members plays a wide arrange of various instruments. Martyn Jacques tackles lead vocals, accordion, piano, ukulele, banjolele; Adrian Huge on the drums, percussions, and backup vocals; and Adrian Stout for the double bass, musical saw, and backing vocals.

What Are They Up To?

Touring, promoting, and more touring.

They've recently released their album, "Freakshow" to a waiting audience.

Births, Marriages, and Deaths (1994)
Low Life Lullabies (1998)
Shockheaded Peter (1998)
Bad Blood + Blasphemy (1999)

Seven Deadly Sins (2008)
Freakshow (2009)

|Website & Buy|

Reggie Watts

2009-11-20T21:19:00.000-08:00

Reggie Watts is fucking incredible. He's hilarious, and his music is amazing. He's a comedian, but also a musician (if you haven't guessed yet). Sometimes he combines the two, and other times he separates them. He has two recordings out, but they're basically impossible to find. You have to buy them, and you really should do that. So, I created this little collection of live material of his I've found.

Reggie uses a loop pedal, and his voice.. and that's it. His style is hard to really describe, but it combines soul, hip-hop, R&B, even sometimes rap.. he's just.. you gotta check him out.

Caution: Live Watts (2009)

|MySpace||Website||Buy|

I, Robot

2009-10-24T05:19:00.000-07:00

I, Robot was an American emotive hardcore (screamo) band, and that's all I really know about them. They broke up at some point, and most of the members went on to form the not-so-great-but-kinda-alright band, Homesick for Space. I, Robot only released one album, and that was that. It's pretty awesome, though.. so your face. It just gets right into it, and doesn't really let up. The album flows together perfectly.

Where Are They Now?

Aside from Homesick for Space, that's about it.

Et Cetera (2002)

|MySpace||Immigrant Sun Records|

Maggat

2009-10-21T06:55:00.000-07:00

Maggat was a fucking incredible emo band from Nuremberg, Germnay. They're goddamn amazing, and everyone should like them or I'll chop your cocks off even if you don't have one.

Some members are now in The Robocop Kraus. Check them out as well!

Just download their fucking music, and live in their songs.

Self-titled 7" (1997)
A Pacific Puzzle 12" (1999)

Faraquet

2009-10-15T21:07:00.000-07:00

Faraquet is a math rock, post-rock band from Washington D.C., USA. They formed in 1997, and take influence from bands like King Crimson, Jawbox, and Fugazi. Some place them along the lines of post-hardcore, and yeah that's understandable -- it's just a very nice combination of everything, really. The band had a good run, releasing two 7", an EP, and an LP before calling it quits in 2001.
I think this band is fucking amazing, personally. I understand why some refer to them as a "highly influential" band; they were fucking incredible. Just check them out, you fucks. >O

The band consisted of Devin Ocampo (vocals/guitar/other shit), Chad Molter (drums/backing vocals/other shit), Jeff Boswell (bass/moog).

Where Are They Now?

Good fuckin' news! The band reunited in 2007, and are still around to this day. They haven't released any new material, but have gone on tours, and are working on releasing pre-LP material. Also, Devin & Chad continued making music together; forming the band Medications.

The View From This Tower (2000)

|Buy|

Ezra Furman & The Harpoons

2009-10-11T23:29:00.000-07:00

Do you all trust me?

Bob Dylan.

Conor Oberst.

Lou Reed.
Warren Zevon.

Musical orgy; sound good?

Ezra Furman & The Harpoons will make you sing, howl, and dance.
Fucking download, nothing else is important.

It doesn't matter who, where, what, or when..

Get these albums now.

Banging Down The Doors (2007)
Inside The Human Body (2008)

|Website||Buy||MySpace|

Kap Bambino

2009-09-20T17:20:00.000-07:00

Kap Bambino formed in Bordeaux, France circa 2001. They have their own label (WWILKO), and are fucking insane as shit. Their music is pure electro-punk with crazy ass synths, loud & noisy fucking distortion, and catchy vocals. People compare them to Crystal Castles all the time, but there's really no comparisson. They're two different types of electric music, honestly. This is electroclash at its best, and my personal favorite electro-punk group. If you want to headbang & dance at the same time... check these two out.

Orion Bouiver (music), and Caroline Martial (voice/lyrics) combine to create this musical force.

What Are They Up To?

Touring! That's about it, so support them as much as possible. Buy their merch, buy their shirts, and buy their albums.

Love (2002)

Zero Life Night Vision (2008)

Blacklist (2009)

Matchbox Messiah

2009-09-17T21:04:00.000-07:00

Matchbox Messiah has been creating music for a long fuckin' time under various names (In Darkness Waits, Regretful December, Casey MC) -- but he's finally settled on this. Casey's music is hard to pinpoint. He uses guitar & piano for his main instruments, but is known to add effects to alter the mood of certain songs. Lyrically he's all over the place.. everything from 1st person, to 3rd person; stories, to real life.. most taking on a deep meaning (mostly depressing). His vocals are his own.. adding a rough exterior & harshness to indie-pop-rock isn't done too often. I like it quite a bit, to be honest. Definitely not for everyone, and I can't stress that enough. However, the guy is fuckin' talented.. no way around it.

Matchbox Messiah is Casey Charbonneau, and that's it!

What Is He Up To?

Casey has a new album slated to come out this year (hopefully), if not.. early next. He's performed live a couple times, and is looking forward to more of it. Keep in contact, add him on MySpace.

So Be It, Bitch! EP (2008)
You're a Cunt, Virginia... (2009)

Rebecca Nurse

2009-09-15T14:38:00.001-07:00

Rebecca Nurse! Ah, one of my favorite bands ever. They were a pretty kick-ass local band from Rhode Island (I previously lived in CT), and actually found moderate success. They were featured on an episode of Real World from MTV -- OoOoOoOoOOOOH! Haha, yeah.. but uh, anyways. They went through a lot of changes, split up, reformed under a different name (The Radionics), and then split again -- coming to a close in 2007, I believe. Probably have been around since 1999/2000.
Their style was basically a blend of 80's rock 'n roll, punk, and modern pop-rock. They sang about whatever.. junkies, sex, the CIA, not wanting wash your clothes because you're a lazy fuck, and even Santa Claus. They were a really fun band, honestly.

CHECK THEM OUT I COMMAND YOU.

The band consisted of Tracy Garrity (lead vocalist), Shawn Garrity (lead guitarist/backup vocals), Angelo Franco (drums), and Brian Niedzwiadek (bass). They changed their bassist up a few times, so yeah.. whatever.

Where Are They Now?

Brother & sister (Tracy/Shawn) have continued to make music together under the name VulGarrity. VG is actually really amazing, and even better than Rebecca Nurse. The duo performs a mixture of punk & garage revival. They released an album last year (that I bought), and I encourage you all to pick it up!

Angelo (outside of joining The Radionics) & Brian? No idea. I'm on speaking terms with Trace, and Shawn.. I could always ask, and then come back for an update! I probably will, hm...

Infamous Anus (2003)

Kids Near Water

2009-09-13T14:34:00.000-07:00

Kids Near Water formed in the year 2000.. in the year two-thousaaaand.. *ahem*; Exeter, England. They first carried themselves as Young Church, but decided on a name change before releasing demos to various people, labels, etc. They were only around for 5 years, and in that five years they released two glorious albums. Their dissolution stunned the local scene, mainly because of the constant positive feedback & reviews -- apparently not enough to keep them together (probably musical differences led to their breakup).

Their music is a nice blend of post-hardcore & emo, and their albums display that rather nicely. I recently got into them via a friend of mine, and I'm very glad I did! Go ahead, give them a listen, you know you want to.. it's calling your name. ..really. ...okay, fine, please? ;-;

The members of this band were Brian (vocals/guitar), John (bass), Nik (drums), and Simon (guitar/vocals).

Where Are They Now?

According to most sources, they are nowhere at all. They apparently dropped out of the music scene! How dare they. Now, I don't know if I believe this (once a musician always a musician), so if you know anything about them.. do let me know.

Hey Zues! (2002)

Cave Bear is Flying Panda (2005)

Andrew Jackson Jihad

2009-09-11T16:24:00.000-07:00

Andrew Jackson Jihad is a folk-punk band from Phoenix, AZ; forming in 2004. There's not much I can say about them other than they're fucking amazing.. so I'll just stick to that. THEYREFUCKINGAMAZINGOMG. No, but seriously.. AJJ consists of a guitarist, and a stand-up bassist (with featured players) -- and they rock the fuck out of those things.

AJJ sings about everything, honestly. How smoking cigarettes make you cool, how people suck but then you love them again, how the WORLD sucks but you love it anyways, etcetcetc. They have humorous lyrics with serious playing. It's a perfect balance. The band shows no signs of slowing down, and that's good, because they're one of my personal favorite bands. A common theme with them is DIY. They'll play a show outside of a venue, inside a college, wherever the fuck they please. They live for the fans, and more artists need to be doing this.

The two members of this band are Sean Bonnette (guitarist/lead vocals), and Ben Gallaty (bassist).

What Are They Up To?

Touring, selling merch/albums, more touring, and whatever the fuck else. Follow them at their website AJJ.com, and their MySpace. They're pretty good on keeping their fans posted, oh and buy their releases (here and here).. very cheap stuff, very cheap.

Candy Cigarettes and Cap Guns (2005)
Issue Problems EP (2006)

7" Split w/ Ghost Mice (2007)
People Who Can Eat People Are the Luckiest People in the World (2007)
Only God Can Judge Me EP (2008)
Operation Stackola EP (2009)
Can't Maintain (2009)

Nomy Lamm

2009-09-11T09:57:00.000-07:00

Nomy Lamm once described herself as a "bad-ass, fat-ass, jew dyke amputee", and I'm pretty positive she was right. Nomy began her musical journey at age nine, and has never stopped. She thrusts herself into musical theatre, and the queercore scene of Olympia, WA -- she's even created a rock opera with local band, The Need. Her recordings are strictly DIY with minimal outside producing; combining punk, spoken word, eletronica, and sometimes even hip-hop (elemental wise). Lyrically, she's known to talk about sex, religion, politics, and anarchy.

There's never a dull moment with Nomy, and if you're into riot-grrl, synths, humming, accordions, and a bunch of just.. random shit -- you'll love her. Pleasepleaseplease give her a chance. She's constantly performing, so if you live in Washington/Oregon, keep an eye out.

Anthem (1999)

Effigy (2002)

What Is She Up To Now?

Outside of performing solo shows, and possibly making new material.. Nomy is in a local punk-circusy band, Tricrotic. You can follow her at her own website: NomyLamm.com

125, Rue Montmarte

2009-09-11T09:02:00.000-07:00

125, Rue Montmartre was another "indie-emo" rock band from Bielefeld, Germany. Their lifespan was incredibly short, a shitty two year period ('98-2000), buuut.. the music was amazing. The five-member band never released any LP's, but they had a split, their own 7", and a couple songs on a compilation album.
Their music was very soft.. kinda like if Elliott Smith made emo music (and had a vagina) mixed with a little bit of Pohgoh. Definitely worth a listen, trust me. Oh, something of importance: The quality on the recordings? Yeahh.. not that great. OHWELLNGRS.

The bands featured players were Kerstin Lienen (vocals), Thomas Herlth (bass), David Lichtenberger (drums), Phillip Heidemann (guitars), and Lars Hillebrand (gutiars).

7" Split w/ Maggat (1999)
125 Rue, Montmartre 7" (2000)

Where Are They Now?

Everyone except vocalist Kerstin, branched off & created a new band, Rockoutfit.

Kerstin Lienen disappeared from the music scene, AND WAS NEVER HEARD FROM AGAIN! ...Okay, maybe not, but at least for me. I have no idea what she's up to these days, and if anyone knows -- tell me!

Phillip is also in another band by the name of The Now-Denial -- a notsogreat punk band.. yeah. And apparently Lars is a DJ under the "Giorgio Mackaye".

Jejune

2009-09-11T08:28:00.001-07:00

Jejune, the mid-90s', Berkley College emo rockers from Boston, MA. The band is mostly recognized for their male/female vocals, and soft (yet effective) styling. They're also commonly referred to as "indie emo", and while I believe 'indie' isn't a genre.. I'll settle for that labeling.

In my opinion; they're one of the best emo-bands of the past, and future. They have captivating melodies, and great lyrics. Sadly, like most emo bands, they were only around for a short amount of time. Since nobody really knows of their formation year ('95 maybe) we can guess they had a good 5 year run; seeing as they split up in 2000.

The members were Arabella Harrison (bass/vocals), Joe Guevara (guitar/vocals), and Chris Vanacore (drums).

Split 7" w/ Garden Variety (1996)

Junk (1997)
Split 7" w/ Jimmy Eat World (1997)

This Afternoon's Malady (1998)

R.I.P. (2000)

Where Are They Now?

Arabella Harrison continues to make music to this day, and can be found here on MySpace. Her music has moved considerably far away from the emo-scene, but that's okay.. her folk rock isn't bad at all!

Joe Guevara.. hm, not much is known about him. Pretty positive he still makes music, because I've never heard of a musician who just flat-out stops. Maybe this was one of his bands? If anyone has any info, let me know, and I'll update!

Chris Vanacore.. same with this motherfucker! If he's a part of the folksy-artsy band Dirty Sweet; then that's all I got. The guys name is Chris somethingspanish-Vanacore, so.. it could be him, could not be. Let me know!