Waxahatchee (Katie of P.S. Eliot) signs to Don Giovanni, new LP out 1/10/12

Waxahatchee, Katie Crutchfield of P.S. Eliot's lo-fi acoustic project (and the name of a a creek in Shelby, Alabama where the name originates from) is releasing her new album on CD and vinyl through Don Giovanni Records. Crutchfield, a now Brooklyn transplate by-way of Birmingham, Alabama has been involved in many bands including P.S. Eliot and Bad Banana but this might very well be her most stripped down project. The album, American Weekend will be out Jan. 10. Below is a video for "Grass Stain." What do you think of the song?

Directed and shot by Ryan Russell 

The New and Very Welcome to release Saddest Landscape covers 7''

Boston musician Jessica McDermott known as The New and Very Welcome is releasing a Saddest Landscape cover songs gate-fold 7''. It will contain all home recorded acoustic (sans one electric guitar line) covers of 3 older Saddest Landscape songs. McDermott said the following of the release:

The songs were all recorded in the Fall of 2010 in various houses at various times.  The record has been bubbling and "in the works" for somewhere along the lines of a year.  Inspired by my first spur of the moment drop of a dime cover of We Wanted The Sky which I preformed at the Boston Saddest Landscape reunion show February 2009 before their set and the positive reaction it got online.  

Side A

1. We Wanted The Sky

2.  A Statue Of A Girl (May 15th)

Side B

1. The Temptation That Is You

It is a self release with Listen to Aylin Records from Norway. It will be released as a limited, one time only pressing of 300 white vinyl records. 150 will be available in the U.S. and 150 in Europe. The record is expected to be out mid-late February.

In the meanwhile, check out her original recordings here: http://thenewandverywelcome.bandcamp.com/

Dan Reed to bring acoustic stylings to NJ, NYC (Maxwell's date + more)

Dan Reed has a following that grows with his history. Born in Portland, he moved to South Dakota, where a Japanese exchange student taught him a skill that would keep his heart beating through the years ahead. Dan and his guitar headed back to Portland, where his story (and his fan base) would only grow thicker.

You don’t simply listen to his music--you listen to his history. Dan once interviewed the Dalai Lama for SPIN Magazine, who is now his number one friend on MySpace. He wrote a screenplay, which he later acted in. He journeyed through India, and now he’s coming to our version of the East--New York and New Jersey. He’ll be playing at Maxwell’s in Hoboken, NJ on July 25th, and The Bitter End in New York City on July 28th, and The Record Collector in Bordentown, NJ on July 30th. 

--By Zandra Ruiz

Kevin Hammond playing NYC shows, free song

Acoustic singer/songwriter Kevin Hammond is performing shows in NY over the next two weeks. He brings his music to the big Apple for six shows, including a two week residency at the Living Room. Tonight he's at The Bitter End for the United Against Lung Cancer Benefit show. Wednesday he's at Rockwood Music Hall. He goes on at 11pm. All his upcoming shows are in NYC, free and 21+.

His new EP is available on iTunes. Hammond is one A&M/Octone Record's newest signee. He joins Flyleaf, Maroon 5, and K'Naan to the label. A free download of his song "Broken Down" is available here. 

Album Review: PJ Bond gets honest on 'You Didn't Know I Was Alphabetical'

PJ Bond, You Didn't Know I Was Alphabetical

New Brunswick, NJ

Black Numbers

For fans of: Rocky Votolato, Kevin Devine, Andy Hull
Associated bands: Outsmarting Simon, The Color Fred, Communipaw

Truly sincere songwriting often best comes alive when it is felt, is beautiful, is in its simplest form. On You Didn't Know I Was Alphabetical PJ Bond delivers thoughtful songs in mostly acoustic folk rock form. He tells stories. You can close your eyes, take in the music. The 11-songs are sensitive and heartwarming. There's a slight country-twang and an indie acoustic rock vibe, but with fairly simple instrumentation. The songs are mostly quiet, light.

PT Walkley @ Rockwood Music Hall, NYC tonight

Tonight PT Walkley is in NYC to warm you heart with a stripped down, acoustic performance. He's playing a free show at Rockwood Music Hall, 196 Allen Street (between Houston and Stanton) at 8pm. 21+. He'll play songs off his releases Mr. Macy, Track Rabbit, and his new EP Whats What. You can check out three tracks from that release here.  

7pm Riley Etheridge Jr, 8pm PT Walkley, 9pm Greta’s Bakery, 10pm Guyora Kats, 11pm Josh Mease, 12am Rich Hinman 

The Front Bottoms (an acoustic band) is recording new music & touring

The Front Bottoms, a New Jersey acoustic-folk band, have a bunch of upcoming local shows, are planning an east coast mini-tour in early April, and recording songs for a new album. The band features Brian S. on acoustic guitar and vocals, Brian U. on keyboard, and Matt on drums. The three-piece plan on playing shows in Connecticut and  Pennsylvania. They also recently recorded 3 more songs for their new album. They are in the running for WRSU 88.7 Rutgers Radio 1st annual BeatBlast at the Court Tavern in New Brunswick, which showcases local music.  Information on the BeatBlast can be found here. 

The band is planning on releasing an EP on tape. Keyboardist Brian Uychick said: "Better dust off your tape players, get ready to put a Front Bottoms cassette in your dashboard and give your cassette adapter a break."

This Friday the band performs at the Meatlocker in Montclair with Washington Square Park, The Exotic Aquatic, Jeff Kummer (of the Early November), and special guests. The show is free and all ages at 8pm.8 Park Street.

Taking Back Sunday to play two exclusive acoustic sets in NYC on 12/17

Long Island's Taking Back Sunday have announced two acoustic shows on Dec.17 at Angel Orensanz, 172 Norfolk Street in NYC. The event will be the first time the band have played an entire acoustic set. The first show is at 5pm and the second is at 8:30pm. Additionally, the show will be filmed for an upcoming DVD release in the intimate 400 capacity venue. Please note there is limited seating. Tickets are available here for $30 and all ages are welcome.

Their latest album New Again was released earlier this year. This year also marks the bands 10 year anniversary.

ShiraGirl @ WSOU 9-5-09, "Sick Day" acoustic, interview, and pics

photos by Christine Wagenheim





















Brooklyn punk rockers ShiraGirl visited the studio of 89.5 FM-WSOU on Sept. 5th for an exclusive acoustic performance of their song "Sick Day" and for an interview. Later this month the band premiers the single and video. Check out "Never Not Ever" and "Lights Out" from Scream! Spit! Sing! and the interview below.

ShiraGirl "Never Not Ever"


ShiraGirl interview @ WSOU


ShiraGirl "Lights Out"