Introducing: Daytrader (members of Latterman, Crime in Stereo, Monikers)

 

Indie-punk is a genre of music that doesn't seem to be going away. Every week there's great bands forming and putting out passionate music. This week we bring you Daytrader, a new Brooklyn band with an all-star line-up.

The band features Pat from Bridge & Tunnel/Latterman, Mike of the Motorcycle Industry, Gary of Crime in Stereo, Jon of Monikers, and Tym of Divider. They cite Further Seems Forever, Sunny Day Real Estate, Saves The Day, and Hot Water Music as influences.

You can hear two demos, "Chromatic Living" and "Paper Pusher" on the band's MySpace page.

Album Review: Bridge & Tunnel keep it crafty, honest on 'Indoor Voices'

Bridge and Tunnel- Indoor Voices

Brooklyn/Long Island, New York

Released June 2010

No Idea Records

For fans of: Hot Water Music, Cap'N Jazz, Cursive, Thursday

By Star Child

Bridge and Tunnel is one of those bands that consistently release great records. I've been listening to Indoor Voices for weeks. Ever since the songs were posted on PunkNews, I've been soaking up the goodness that is this new EP and since I bought the vinyl at the band's Cake Shop with Small Brown Bike in May, I've been enjoying the album in my record player. This album is simply awesome. I barely know what to write, but this release deserves as much credit as it can get. The guitar is always intricate and intriguing, and the dual male/female vocals coupled with the driving and melodic rhythms make the release compelling. Then there's the wonderful lyrics. The vocals are fairly clean with some screams here and there. 

On "Predecessors" the band pays tribute to those who work. There's a nice note that goes along with it about how the elderly get neglected and unrecognized and deserve better. "Staples" is a touch heavier and one of my favorites. "New Dialogue" plays like a letter to a friend or lover, better yet loved one, but in song form. It's about being around for someone, being honest with them, and reminding them you care. Rachel takes lead vocals on this one. Her sweet, firm voice weaving nicely through the touching lyrics. "Room to Let" is a softer one where Jeff's vocals shine through nicely. Overall, this is a solid release from a tight band!

Indoor Voices is available on 10'' vinyl in various colors for only $8 from No Idea Records here.

Fellow Project Stream New Record

Fellow Project, featuring members of Bridge & Tunnel and Yes Sensei, is streaming their new 7-inch EP on last.fm. The record, due out on Rok Lok Records features four songs, including one that you can download for free. 

 

The label describes the record: "Take the lyrical gusto of Lou Reed channeled through stuff like Television and The Feelies with a bit more of a modern approach. I even hear some Cursive in here. Indie rock that actually rocks. A limited pressing of 300 with full color covers and a insert."

The band also released a split 7-inch with  Thousandaires on Kiss of Death Records. The band has a show at Bushwick Music Studios on April 13 with Growups, 1994, Rapid Cities, and the Marine Electric. 7pm. $8. All Ages.

STREAM EP HERE

Bridge & Tunnel post new song from upcoming EP, touring with Small Brown Bike in May

Bridge & Tunnel have posted a new song, "New Dialogue," from their upcoming EP entitled Inside Voices, which will be released in April on No Idea Records. The EP will be released as a 10'' record and will include 5 songs. You can listen to the song here. The band is also touring the U.K with Young Livers in April. In May the band returns to the U.S. to play 4 east coast dates with Small Brown Bike. The run includes a date at NYC's Cake Shop on May 14 with My Skull Your Closet and Let Me Run. Advance tickets are sold out but some will be made available the day of the show for $10.

Bridge & Tunnel Tour Dates:
w/Small Brown Bike

May 13 @ Great Scott, Allston, MA
May 14 @ Cake Shop, New York, NY
May 15 @ The Barbary, Philadelphia, PA
May 16 @ DC9, Washington DC