by Abby Trapp | Apr 20, 2018 | albums, review, wolf tracks
Brazilian/American rock band Added Color are excited to release their latest EP Mr. Industry. The Brooklyn-based band has played has played 200 shows since 2014, touring in over 20 states and even internationally in Canada, Morocco, and Brazil. They have even played in festivals such as Porao do Roc in Brazil. With budding success, we’re thrilled to share the follow-up to their Psycho EP with you.
Mr. Industry covers an intense and diverse side of the band’s sound— the angst is in the lyrics and it is evident that this is rock that you can scream or even relax to. The song “My Industry” discusses the darker side music/entertainment industry in a very honest light. “Mr. Industry” discusses how many followers you have, what you can do to sell a band or a product and how is it that I can only live on ten dollars a day? “Mr. Industry” rightfully states “I call bullshit.” “Same Place” is a little different in the fact that it dials back the vibe to a more pyschedlic state. “I had a dream, in a familiar place but all the people that I thought I knew had unfamiliar faces,” sings the band. Added Color is able to keep a balance between chill/funky and “frustrated” rock with tracks that vary such as “Mr. Industry” and “Same Place.”
March 1 – Washington, DC – Songbyrd
March 2 – Philadelphia, PA – Tusk
March 15 – Norwich, CT – Strange Brew
March 16 – Portland, ME – Portland Empire
March 17 – Florence, MA – 13th Floor
April 28 – Layounne, Morocco
May 1 – Safi, Morocco
May 2 – Youssoufia, Morocco
May 3 – Benguerir, Morocco
May 4 – Casablanca, Morocco
May 5 – Khouribga, Morocco
May 6 – El Jadida, Morocco
May 19 – Brooklyn, NY – Knitting Factory
June 15 – Portland, ME – Portland House of Music
June 16 – New London, CT – 33 Golden St
Keep up with Added Color here.
by Chad Bennett | Apr 20, 2018 | snapshot, visual
Seasoned blues rock outfit The Steepwater Band played the Winter Blues Fest in Des Moines on February 10. The Chicago band will open for Bon Jovi on two dates later this month.
by Jai'Tyria Hatton | Apr 20, 2018 | singles, wolf tracks
Tayls self-titled debut EP is set to release May 18th, and is all about learning to trust yourself, portrayed by many coming of age anthems. The EP is filled with a lot of punk rock sounds and heartfelt tunes. Tayls is comprised of members of Nashville-based acts Creature Comfort, Molly Rocket, Roots of a Rebellion and The Subnovas. “Change Your Mind” is the lead single from the EP, and is a track that tells the story of heartbreak. The song expresses what it is like to have a human connection from different perspectives.
This group is an absolute riot, so keep up with Tayls here.
by Meredith Schneider | Apr 20, 2018 | snapshot, visual
On April 17th, The Happy Fits made a phenomenal appearance at The Rino in Kansas City. Their original support was sick, so the endlessly talented Jake Wells joined to perform solo before their set. The night was absolute magic, and we have some photos to prove it.
by Madison Blom | Apr 20, 2018 | singles, wolf tracks
Since his debut in his home country, New Zealand, budding artist Matthew Young has been on the rise and has continued to produce music that captivates and entertains his fans throughout the world. Most recently, he released a smooth new addition to his rather extensive musical lexicon entitled, “Fix Me Up”. Not only does this single have everything that fans have come to expect from such a young talent, but he supersedes expectations with his infections rhythm and repetition. Adding to his credibility, Young has come to be marked as “Lorde-approved.” This is a huge indicator that Young has a place for himself in the music community.
“Fix Me Up” is a radically innovative use of synth loops and warm toned vocals that seem to ebb and flow with the rhythm of the music. With all of this skill and talent, fans have come to look forward to any new releases from this artist and, judging from the news that Young’s team has recently released, they are not going to be disappointed. In fact, this last single is precursor to an EP that is scheduled to drop later this year. Young has proven himself over and over again with his talent and skill that speak for themselves–it is clear that there is no stopping this artist from achieving exactly what he set out to reach.
Keep an eye out for Matthew’s forthcoming EP Fruit and more news here.
by Kayla Hutton | Apr 19, 2018 | albums, premieres, wolf tracks
Storm Conductor is set for release on 4/20. This is the third offering from Youth in a Roman Field. The mastermind behind this project is singer/violinist Claire Wellin with contributions coming from Tiffany Topol, Scott Stangland, Jamie Mohamdein, Cassidy Stirtz, and Katrina Lenk. Some of the tracks have the ability to whisk you away to the hills of rolling green in Ireland like a bar of Irish Spring, making it surprising that Youth in a Roman Field hail from New York.
The album opens up as if an orchestra was warming up before the curtains are drawn. As the melody becomes apparent it’s both adventurous and somewhat melancholic. A gentle operatic influenced woman’s voice calls out beautifully with a few overdubbed layers of alternate pitches that provide great harmony and thicken the sound into full spectrum stereo. “Your hand in mine”, is a short and sweet way to bring a listener in.
Sounding like a veteran jazz singer, Claire’s voice is most definitely the focal point, doing things most instruments just can’t. While there is a lack of a full on drum kit there isn’t a shortage of percussive additives. I’m not talking samples, I’m talking hand claps, unconventional tribal-like drums, and I even swore I heard a finger cymbal. The strings definitely posses a Celtic quality, yet sometimes can be morbidly curious.
The album’s title track “Storm Conductor” pulls away from the direction of the majority of the album. Vocals, strings, unconventional percussion, yes. The overall mood begins with a sick kind of twist. Similar to the way that Stephen King utilizes happy retro songs during a murder scene. There is something in the way she sings “It was an accident” that makes you second guess the innocent.
Finishing out the album is, “When the city goes quiet,” an acapella song with a gentle choir of group backing vocals. Youth in a Roman Field is the kind of music you want to submerge and wrap yourself in. Gentle with the occasional eyebrow lifting quirk.
Tour Dates
April 23 | Los Angeles, CA | Hotel Cafe
April 24 | San Francisco, CA | Hotel Utah
April 25 | San Francisco, CA | SoFar Sounds
April 26 | Prineville, OR | House Concert | Email for Details
May 1 | Seattle, WA | Tim’s Tavern | Tickets @ Door
May 3 | Bismarck, ND | Laughing Sun Brewing | Free
May 5 | Minneapolis, MN | Music @ The Upsidedown House Series
May 7 | Des Moines, IA | Vaudeville Mews | Tickets @ Door
May 8 | Fairfield, IA | Cafe Paradiso
May 9 | Madison, WI | The Wisconsin Room Presents
May 10 | LaCrosse, WI | The Root Note | Free
May 13 | Milwaukee, WI | The Jazz Estate | Tickets @ Door
May 15 | Chicago, IL | Martyr’s*
May 16 | Chicago, IL | The Green Mill Cocktail Hour | Free
May 17 | South Bend, IN | House Concert @ The Bramble | Donation @ Door
May 18 | Lansing, MI | House Concert | Donation @ Door
May 22 | New Haven, CT | Cafe Nine
May 28 | Winston-Salem, NC | The Wherehouse Art Hotel
May 29 | Charlotte, NC | The Evening Muse
May 30 | Athens, GA | The World Famous
June 1 | New Orleans, LA | The Foundation Room @ The House of Blues | Free
June 6 | Nashville, TN | The Back Corner | Tickets @ Door
June 7 | Bluffton, OH | The Town Hall Concert Series
June 25 | NY, NY | Mercury Lounge*| with Behaviorist
Following the 4/20 release of Storm Conductor, you may be able to catch a glimpse of their live show as they head out on the road in support. You can find pre-order and purchase details through the bands’ website or by following them on Facebook.
by Veronica DeFeo | Apr 19, 2018 | singles, wolf tracks
Looking for something a little off-kilter, yet still pleasing? We’ve got just the song for you. Dusted has just dropped his new track, “Dead Eyes”, appearing on his sophomore album, Blackout Summer, which was just released on April 6. Dusted is the musical moniker of Toronto’s Brian Borcherdt, who was a founding quarter of 2000’s four-piece Holy Fuck and has operated his solo project under Dusted since 2012. Accompanied by his wife, Anna Edwards, and Loel Campbell, among others, for live shows, Borcherdt brings an entirely different sound than his previous projects with Dusted.
With a hazy and quirky pop sound, Dusted creates a mellow soundscape reminiscent of Wilderado. Don’t be fooled by the easy-going exterior of this song; Borcherdt still manages to back a punch in this gentle tune. Pairing skillful guitar solos with consistent percussion makes for a solid track. Give “Dead Eyes” a listen today!
Blackout Summer is out now via Polyvinyl Record Co. – check it out today! Stay connected with Dusted:
Facebook – Website –Instagram
by Madison Blom | Apr 19, 2018 | singles, wolf tracks
Chicago based singer/songwriter Phillip-Michael Scales is breaking out of the old and mundane and into the beautiful, lush lime light of success with the release of his track, “Lover, Let Me Be.” This incredible demonstration of skill and talent is the first single to be released from his forthcoming EP and perfect showcase for all of his fans relish in his bluesy soundscapes. As he sings, the beat and rhythm seem to almost roll and flow with his voice which has a rich, clear tone that is evidence of pure, undiluted talent. Although this young new artist hails from the rich vocal talent of B.B King, he brings a fresh new perspective on soul and blues that has never been yet seen in the music industry. Despite the fact that his success can not be attributed to his predecessors, his inspiration has a direct tie to his familial roots in Detroit.
As Scales continues to make his mark on what he calls, “Dive-Bar Soul,” fans continue to soak up all of his lyrical genius and luscious bluesy tones. Looking forward, listeners around the world are looking forward to the release of his next EP–which, after listening to this single, is sure to be a complete success.
Keep up with Phillip-Michael Scales here.
by Abby Trapp | Apr 19, 2018 | singles, wolf tracks
Dom Fricot just released a new video for “Echoes”, which follows two young boys running through the city. Shot in the streets of Nepal, the two friends spend the day exploring the city by scaling walls, running on roofs, exploring the city and joking with each other. The video for “Echoes” is almost a mini feature film, as subtitles are used while Dom’s voice echoes in the background. Dom Fricot even incorporates a political narrative about Pakistan by the end of the video. With stunning visuals and peaceful vocals by Fricot, “Echoes” makes out to be a beautiful track and a tasteful video.
Keep up with Dom Fricot here.
