Desert Noises is a four-piece, powerhouse alt-rock band from Provo, Utah. Guitarist Kyle Henderson and bassist Tyler Osmond send out vocal harmonies that keep the listener locked into attention at all times. A lively pulse underneath is constantly driven forward by Brennan Allen’s polyrhythmic drum patterns, echoed by the electrifying guitar riffs of Pat Boyer. […]
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Album review: ‘Don’t Stick Around’
Fortunato ‘Don’t Stick Around’ Self-released wearefortunato.bandcamp.com Although only 22 minutes in duration, Fortunato’s new EP “Don’t Stick Around” is a complete artistic statement, packed with emotional moments and sideswiping climaxes. The four-song set is like a dark body of water electrified by a ray of indigo light shining down. Although no longer in the band, […]
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Album review: ‘Longing to Be the Mountain’
King Buffalo ‘Longing to Be the Mountain’ Self-released kingbuffalo.bandcamp.com Having reached widespread international exposure since its formation in 2013, King Buffalo is a local psychedelic rock trio known for its cavernous sound. Currently celebrating the release of its latest album, “Longing to Be the Mountain,” King Buffalo pushes the boundaries of stoner rock. The album […]
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INDIE | Floated Magazine Issue 5 Release Show
Floated began in August 2016 as a group initiative to showcase the hottest alternative acts in art, music, and culture. Featuring raw interviews with up-and-coming artists and exotic lifestyle gurus, the Rochester-based magazine is now gearing up to celebrate the release of its fifth issue later this week. The release show will feature some of […]
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INDIE ROCK | Arc Iris
Rhode Island trio Arc Iris is the prog-pop brainchild of singer-songwriter Jocie Adams, touring behind the release of its third album, “Icon of Ego.” Blending psychedelic rock with vaudeville, folk, and blues influences, Arc Iris unleashes a theatrical swell of harmonies that culminates and washes through the air with cosmic overtones. Like a rose with […]
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HIP-HOP | Atmosphere
Atmosphere has been gripping audiences around the world by defying common misconceptions about hip-hop since 1996. Based out of Minneapolis, the group is currently celebrating its newly released seventh album, “Mi Vida Local.” Slug writes intellectual rhymes that free-flow between the lines to reveal metaphorical surprises about social matters, while Ant provides concentrated grooves that […]
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REGGAE | Noble Vibes
Noble Vibes is a six-piece band of veteran musicians making bouncy, light-hearted music with a carefree feeling that anyone can dance to. The reggae group keeps its music fresh with non-repetitive, melodic hooks and clever echoing between the instruments and vocals. Emerging onto the scene with the release of its self-titled, debut album in 2013, […]
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SYNTH-ROCK | Circuit Juicebox
Circuit Juicebox is a mysterious new duo in town that has largely flown under the radar, yet its music is refreshingly different from most other Rochester bands. Having released its first single “Wait for Tomorrow” earlier this year, Circuit Juicebox is now emerging onto the scene with its slow-cooking, synth-rock grooves. Sean Healey’s baritone vocals […]
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FUNK | Magic Beans
Denver’s Magic Beans is a four-piece jam band that gives a refreshing take on funk by fusing it with progressive rock and soul. Formed in 2010, Magic Beans has released two live and two studio albums–including its newest collection, “Casino Cabaret,” released last March. Vocalist and guitarist Scott Hachey has an easygoing, warm voice – […]
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WORLD MUSIC | Paa Kow
Ghanaian drummer and composer Paa Kow demonstrated innate passion and musical skill early on, touring in his family’s band. Branching out on his own, Paa Kow has released three studio albums since 2012, including his latest, 2017’s “Cookpot.” With the support of his Afro-Fusion orchestra, Paa Kow blends aspects of jazz, Afro-pop, and funk to […]
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Album review: ‘Coyote’
The Capitals have been making music since 2011, but the band has largely flown under the radar here in the Western New York music scene. That may change with the recent release of its fourth EP, “Coyote,” which blends classic elements of rock with pop textures, singer-songwriter Americana, blues, and psychedelia. There is a growing […]
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PSYCH-FOLK | Particle Kid
Having toured with his legendary father Willie Nelson throughout his life, J. Micah Nelson is forging his own musical path under the moniker “Particle Kid.” Creating a distinctive style of spacey folk soundscapes, Nelson has released dozens of albums, EP’s, and singles since 2011. Currently based in Los Angeles, Nelson has a warm but subtly […]
