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  1. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
  2. Punk
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  1. One Hand On The Trigger
    by Paper Crane
    One Hand On The Trigger
    by Paper Crane
  2. Red Wine Matador (Single)
    by Frankly Lost
    Red Wine Matador (Single)
    by Frankly Lost
  3. The Greatest Arsonist
    by Straight Line Arrival
    The Greatest Arsonist
    by Straight Line Arrival
  4. Pipe Dream
    by Apes of the State
    Pipe Dream
    by Apes of the State
  5. Squelcher
    by Some Birds
    Squelcher
    by Some Birds
  6. Terry's Attic Tapes
    by Captain Obvious
    Terry's Attic Tapes
    by Captain Obvious
  7. Paper Skin
    by Straight Line Arrival
    Paper Skin
    by Straight Line Arrival
    Ankles II Ankles II
    - Straight Line Arrival proves once again to be music that won’t be knocked down. Continuing to push the limits of what they can produce, ‘Paper Skin’ bleeds out of any easily confinable genre almost entirely and comes out the other side as something best defined by its DIY nature and punk ethos. It’s visceral, and honest almost to a fault (both in its message and production.) The album in its cover art, tracks, and message is very much like a sequel to the previously successful ‘Glass Bones’ and if you liked that record you owe it to yourself to get this one your collection as well.

    I think people rarely appreciate how difficult it can be to push your vocals the way it’s done on this album, a good example being the title track: ‘Paper Skin.’ Come for the raw vocals, stay for the diverse instrumentation and potent honesty.
  8. The Parlour Sessions
    by Parlour Noir
    The Parlour Sessions
    by Parlour Noir
    My Walking Stick My Walking Stick
    - I’ve been known to show up at a Parlour Noir show (or two) and for good reason. They’re not re-inventing the wheel, but they’re taking a sound that I love and executing it excellently. The banjo is a criminally underrated jazz instrument, and I’m always happy to come across a combo using banjo to hold it down, and the clarinet is (probably) my favorite solo instrument in the format as well. The Parlour Sessions were recorded live, I believe, and that swaggering energy comes through wonderfully. Shake your hips, sip something strong, and enjoy.
  9. The Bronze Tapes
    by Cardboard Homestead
    The Bronze Tapes
    by Cardboard Homestead
    Reject It! Reject It!
    - Few things make me happier than when two musicians I already like decide to make music together, and that’s exactly what’s happened here. With this Cardboard Homestead release, Ian is joined by Josiah Franco: and the combination is even lovelier than I’d hoped. Ian’s voice is rough as always, like a well worn blanket, and the lyrical twists and turns are mirrored nicely by the acoustic intrigue lent by Josiah’s guitar. If this demo is an accurate depiction of the next release from Cardboard Homestead: I can say with confidence it’ll be a great step forward for the band. With a total runtime clocking in at roughly 12 minutes, it’s not a big commitment to give it a chance, and I recommend that you do. Honest tunes like these deserve thoughtful listening. 💜
  10. Selling Your Soul in a Buyer's Market
    by McGarnagle
    Selling Your Soul in a Buyer's Market
    by McGarnagle
  11. Constructs of Genocide
    by A Well Regulated Militia
    Constructs of Genocide
    by A Well Regulated Militia
    Departure Arrival Departure Arrival
    - Raw, DIY, and carrying an aggressive message: A Well Regulated Militia has a lot to say. A gruff acoustic guitar played swiftly, and a (usually) single voice are the consistent pieces that make up ‘The Constructs of Genocide’ and if you’re a fan of dirty basement anarchist folk music, do yourself a favor and listen to this record. The messages have a lot to dissect and the lyrics have flashes of real brilliance. The benefit of this form of singer/songwriter lone-musician music is that it allows for poetry to take a different tactic while still getting its message across.

    I’m also a big sucker for Mischief Brew covers.
    ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
  12. Parques de Gotemburgo
    by Roberto Andrés, Jonas Selander
    Parques de Gotemburgo
    by Roberto Andrés, Jonas Selander
    Vasaparken Vasaparken
    - This album starts with the sound of lapping water under a bouncing acoustic guitar, and it sets the scene beautifully for a stripped-down record of excellent anti-folk music. It very quickly reminded me of the first time I heard The Moldy Peaches, and the experience was just as innocent and magical. What a great example of the childlike wonder that the genre is capable of. The tunes are approachable, catchy, and lyrically poignant. I really enjoyed this record and I recommend you listen to it. 💜
  13. Casual Romance
    by Nate Mays
    Casual Romance
    by Nate Mays
    - I had the pleasure of playing a show in Philadelphia with Nate Mays right after the Voodoo Doll EP came out, and I was struck by how emotive and vulnerable much of Nate’s music was. That trend keeps up with the song ‘Casual Romance’ and shows no sign of stopping. Living rough is, well; rough. It’s easy to romanticize the freedom without focusing on the struggle, especially in a genre that highly prizes the rambling Artist. ‘Casual Romance’ ropes you in and leaves a bittersweet aftertaste in the heart. If it’s a sign of what’s to come from Nate, then we as listeners are in for good things with whatever the next release is.
  14. Rusted
    by Mike West
    Rusted
    by Mike West
    Work On Work On
    - as far as Singer/Songwriter EPs go, this one is meat & potatoes. The opening track has a strong ‘delta blues’ feel to it that’s emotive and immediately sucked me in. After that it’s five tracks of thoroughly modern solo singer/songwriter tunes: just a very personal voice and an acoustic guitar. The finger work proficiency is definitely there on the strings, and so the two sounds (guitar and voice) blend together cleanly. For the amount of honesty on display, it might come across as a bit *too* clean for my taste, but I guess that’s a good problem to have.
  15. All that I need (back porch version)
    by Doozer McDooze
    All that I need (back porch version)
    by Doozer McDooze
    - We live in a post-Turner era. And before that we lived in a post-Bragg era. Both waves of elements seem worth keeping in mind when listening to the back porch version of ‘All That I Need’ by Doozer McDooze. For being a (presumably) DIY version recorded Stateside by the British singer/songwriter, it’s surprisingly clean and easy to listen to, and well encapsulates the classic storytelling combination of vocals and acoustic guitar. As far as introductions to artists go, this seems like a good place to start with Doozer McDooze, but I encourage you to keep listening. There’s lots of music here to enjoy.
  16. King Ape mixtape
    by King Ape
    King Ape mixtape
    by King Ape
    - Truth be told, the mixtape has always been a format that intrigues me. This 17 minute self-titled mixtape from King Ape was a bit strange to get my head wrapped around at first, but ended up having some gems in it. The opening song is a sly (and then not so sly) love song to the singer’s favorite herb, followed by an interlude beat as a breather, and the mixtape progresses that way: (mostly) acoustic folk-punk songs broken up by beats as breathers. Keep your hand near the volume knob, as there’s a spike near the middle of the mixtape that surprised me when it went electric for a song. It’s rough around the edges, but in a very DIY way that should be expected from mixtapes. Listen to it and see what you take away from it. If you see any nazis, you can punch them and blame it on King Ape: and that’s a good thing to do.
  17. Moonshinin
    by Spirit of 206
    Moonshinin
    by Spirit of 206
    - Americana, Honky Tonk, Jump Blues. Three genres listed that very well describe “Moonshinin” by Spirit of 206. Those that know me know I love the accordion, and from the moment it started sighing and the train-beat started pattering I felt confident that I’d be a fan of this song. It keeps true to the classic format, and the guitar feature keeps it consistent with the twang that’s so lovable in Americana music. Overall a solid song that I could see myself including in a playlist or two when the mood strikes. Give it a listen!
  18. Scatter Brain
    by Gress
    Scatter Brain
    by Gress
    Head Space Head Space
    - I cannot pretend in any way to be knowledgeable when it comes to Noise as a genre, and my experience as far as Ambient music is with things that are very melodic. Scatter Brain is *not* something I’d describe as melodic (aside from the last track,) and I know many people who might not even call it music, but there’s something that it definitely is: it’s Art. If you’re looking for the stability and regularity of rhythm and pace, you won’t find it here. But what you will find in an installation-esque, bit-crunched, dark, and Matrix-evoking patter of digital contemplation. It’s like listening to the sonograph of a nightmare. It’s a dial-tone that’s out to get you. I’m not sure what I expected, but what I got was complex and definitely evokes emotion. I feel like it’s probably good: if that’s what you’re looking for.
  19. Make Mine Neat/Last Dogs in Alaska
    by Out of System Transfer
    Make Mine Neat/Last Dogs in Alaska
    by Out of System Transfer
    Last Dogs in Alaska Last Dogs in Alaska
    - I’ve had the genuine pleasure of sharing more than one show with Out of System Transfer, and I (embarrassingly) took too long to get my hands (and ears) on this punchy pair of tracks. I’ve always loved OoST’s energy and both songs bring it in the beautiful way I’ve come to expect. Jesse and Danielle’s voices cut, dance, and blend nicely while the brassy and bouncing trombone ties it all together and leaves you going back for seconds. Short and to the point: you can’t really go wrong with this release. Catch them on the road and get one for yourself!
  20. Bears Don't Care
    by Bears Don't Care
    Bears Don't Care
    by Bears Don't Care
    Ebb and Flow Ebb and Flow
    - Bears Don’t Care honors the age-old tradition of American folk music, and that becomes apparent very quickly when listening to this: their self-titled album. The instrumentation is classic in a great way, and features a quippy banjo and a lyrical fiddle: two quick routes to my heart. It’s got a “down in the holler” vibe on the fast songs, and a “civil war song” sense on the slow numbers. It isn’t too long, and leaves an overarching feeling of being haunted when it’s over. The two different vocalists each bring something to the table, and the finished product feels rough but in an approachable/local way. The bears may not care, but in the end: I did.