Agent Ribbons is a two- and sometimes three-piece all female band that defies categorization with the style and flair of true artists. They’ve been described by themselves and others as garage, cabaret, baroque pop, and vaudevillian punk, but none of those terms quite fit. With lyrics that run the gamut from thoughtful and reflective to
photo credit: Sherene Hilal Before we count down to 2011, we’re picking out some of the best songs of 2010. Which was your favorite? Vote now for your favorite song of 2010! “Rope” – ArpLine In an interview with Sherene Hilal, vocalist Sam Tyndall said, “‘Rope’ is one kind of sound that we like. We
I watched several live performances of Truth and Salvage Co. on their YouTube channel before listening to their eponymous debut album (now available on iTunes), and I was immediately charmed by the six-piece Southern rock band’s ability to effortlessly nail four-part harmonies. The group consists of Scott Kinnebrew and Tim Jones on vocals and guitars,
The South by Southwest music festival in Austin is one of the best festivals to catch new artists and mingle with fellow indie music lovers while still enjoying all of the civilized comforts a major city has to offer. Or so I’ve been told. Though I lived in Texas for the last five years, I’ve
photo credit: Laurel Kathleen Happy Black Friday – or Buy Nothing Day, whichever you prefer. Before you start your holiday weekend, BNB invites you to check out this playlist of songs from the week’s featured artists. “Percussion Gun” – White Rabbits:On Saturday, Kristina Villarini shared her interview with White Rabbits. Here’s an excerpt of their
When I first searched for Chasing Kings online, I discovered a melancholy acoustic band that didn’t seem at all like the band I had heard so much about. Friends and colleagues alike raved about the group, but I was less than impressed by the songs that the group had posted on their site. I moped
Don’t let the bunny bear fool you; this album was not meant for children. Released last week by Los Angeles-based trio Mini Mansions, the album (now available on iTunes) is a neat and tidy 12 song magnum opus in the form of an eponymous sophomore album. Upon first listen, I believed Mini Mansions to be
How often do you hear a song that expresses a soul’s deepest, darkest wish? How often do two people share a stage with each other’s deepest, darkest wish? The answer is ‘always’ when watching JP, Chrissie, and the Fairground Boys. When I read that young Welsh musician JP Jones met rock legend Chrissie Hynde by
Benny Marchant has everything he needs to stride forward into the world of musical success. He already had a foot in the door with his previous project The Kings Royal, but now he’s ready to try and make it as a solo artist. So far, he’s making excellent progress. After hearing his music online, I
I caught El Ten Eleven back in Denton last winter, and I was amazed at how two people could create such a pleasant racket. I wondered: how can they walk around with all of that inside them? Are they constantly bursting at the seams with their own creativity, or are they able to bottle everything