New York – Up until their recent NYC shows, I had no idea what London-based electronic soul band Jungle looked like. I don’t think it was any coincidence that Jungle didn’t include images of the actual band in any of their media. Not knowing who the artists were behind it, the music spoke for itself,
Seattle – Even though T-Pain was performing right upstairs at Neumos, those of us in the Barboza basement on Wednesday night had a party of our own thanks to, Miner, Cayucas, and A Weekend at the Feelies. Barboza must have invincible soundproof walls to have kept the rapper’s insistence on buying you a drank from
Chicago – It was Friday night. It was Pi day. It was the beginning of St. Patty’s Day weekend. (Yes, we celebrate ALL weekend here in Chicago!) All this set the stage for a perfect Dale Earnhardt Jr. Jr. dance party with Chad Valley. Everyone in the Metro was drinking, eating pizza pie, and shaking
Austin – My feet are swollen, wrists adorned with ten wristbands, body aches, hunger pangs, and I feel like I need about a week’s worth of sleep. SXSW is one of the best but most draining music festivals. Every building is turned in to a music venue which means you’re often running across town. Lines
New York – This was a special showcase, as it was a co-presented with MySocialList at the awesome DIY venue Shea Stadium, and also a certain BNB.com writer’s birthday. This was a showcase, a party, and a gathering of interesting and creative people. Not a bad way to spend a birthday, surrounded by friends and
Austin – By the time day three hits bands and fans are fighting to keep their energy up. Opting for less beer and more coffee certainly helps. Luckily there were plenty of exciting showcases to catch. The Fader Fort always boasts an exciting line up and this year was no exception. Fans wait in line
Austin – Day two of SXSW held two of my favorite showcases: Austin Psych Fest and Frenchie Smith Records. Unfortunately, both were at the same time on opposite sides of town. During this festival, you just have to make it work. Both showcases hand-pick each act so you know you’re walking away having seen something
Nashville - 12th and Porter was packed on the night of Monday, March 10. Three bands were set to play, but it’s as if the entire crowd had shown up for the second group in the lineup. Displaying a name that is questionable in terms of pronunciation, Oberhofer marched onto the stage looking like a rag tag
Austin – I write this having just heard of the terrible tragedy that occurred last night outside The Mohawk in Austin, TX. This is a bar I go to often to hear incredible live music and in fact, I spent most of the day there yesterday. I speak for myself and the staff of BestNewBands.com
Los Angeles – There’s always something magical about the first time in doing anything. This past Saturday, Australian rock band Glass Towers made their live American debut at the Bootleg Bar in Los Angeles. The excitement was palpable, making for a very high energy live show. Glass Towers originally hails from Sydney, Australia, with lead