by Aubrey Hanson | Jul 16, 2018 | videos, wolf tracks
Built up of talented musicians and performers, up and coming band Slothrust recently released an exciting and rebellious video for their song ‘Double Down’ on July 12th. The video as well as the band, presents a sense of rock music along with a mix of alternative genres, that gives the video a carefree rock and roll vibe, which is the type of attitude that everybody needs this summer. ‘Double Down’ is just a taste for what’s to come off of Slothrust’s new album THE PACT, which is to be released on September 14th. Slothrust provides an aspect of carefree yet meaningful and empowering music that is appealing to anyone no matter what genre it may be. Make sure you’re ready for when their new album comes out, because it will be sure to set all of the bars!
Check out their music here!
by Meredith Schneider | Jul 13, 2018 | videos, wolf tracks
In May, indie pop act The Ramona Flowers – comprised of Dave Betts (keys/guitar), Steve Bird (singer), Ed Gallimore (drummer), Sam James (guitar), and Wayne Jones (bass) – released their third full-length album, 11-track stunner Strangers. And, though we are impressed by each track and the way it tells a story as a whole, we are even more impressed by the new visual representation that goes along with single “Ghost”.
The video takes place in a large, modern home nestled amongst the trees. If you’ve ever seen the Twilight series on the big screen, then imagine the band performing in the dark, uninhabited halls of Edward’s family home. Voyeuristic frames of a woman, with more artistic, visceral shots thrown in as well to keep the entire 3:44 captivating.
Keep up with The Ramona Flowers here.
by Aubrey Hanson | Jul 13, 2018 | videos, wolf tracks
Parker Bossley, a soulful singer from Canada, with many past music experiences such as playing in Hot Hot Heat and The Gay Nineties, recently released the song ‘Chemicals’ on June 14, 2018. This song combines the likes of indie rock music mixed with alternative feels that gives it the right combination for a perfect 2018 summer song. The instrumentals used in this song – such as tambourine and the steady drum beat – give this song a modern, yet classic, style so that it is not set to one specific genre, style, or category. This makes it enjoyable for everyone to listen to.
Admits Parker, “‘Chemicals’ is me writing about my relationships with drugs and love. The hook was spawned in my head on the 3rd day of a festival when the drugs just literally didn’t work anymore.”
Make sure to keep and eye on up and coming music star Parker Bossley for more soulful and modern music along with a new music video for ‘Chemicals’ coming out on July 13th!
by Meredith Schneider | Jul 11, 2018 | videos, wolf tracks
Australian psych collective Psychedelic Porn Crumpets really elicits a reaction with their band name alone. Then you turn on their music, and the excitement mounts. But there’s nothing like the strange, truly psychedelic energy in their new music video for “Cornflake”. Imagine some of the most kaleidoscope-like visuals you can, ripe with alien fights on hover boards, and a storyline you won’t soon forget. That’s “Cornflake” for you, animated bu Mike Wyatt (Attack Animation).
Another impressive original soundscape from this group, infinitely more mind-blowing than we expected.
Keep up with Psychedelic Porn Crumpets here.
by Meredith Schneider | Jul 10, 2018 | videos, wolf tracks
Though Adeline is known as the voice of celebrated band Escort, the work she has produced on her own is something of a dream as well. The video for her single “Emeralds” is out now, and we’ve watched it several times this morning already. Who else needs a breath of fresh air injected into their day? This is it. The video plays off contrast, dark and light emphasized with each new frame while Adeline sings soulfully into the camera. The song itself is seductive, and the way the video has been pulled off is pure art. Check it out below!
Check out Adeline at Afropunk on August 25th.
by Meredith Schneider | Jul 6, 2018 | premieres, videos, wolf tracks
Los Angeles-based alt-indie trio The Habits – comprised of Wolf Bradley, Chance Famighetti, and Andrew Macatrao – has been attracting a pretty solid fanbase since just last year, when they released their debut single “Feeling It”. Their new track – “Calling Me Up” – is just as catchy and beautiful as its predecessors, and we have the exclusive premiere of its accompanying music video, which just so happens to be their first ever as well.
Clear, precise visuals. This video encapsulates the trio’s live performances tactics, while allowing them to partake in a short film-like storyline, singing to a romantic interest over the phone. Relatable, intense emotions are thrown into a bubbly soundscape, making the true hurt delivered in the song a little less painful. The guys make sure to throw in a little humor toward the end, and now we kind of want to get sushi with them.
Explains the band:
We wanted our first music video to be simple and reminiscent of the types of videos we grew up on. It was inevitable the video would end in heart break, but the back and forth was all improvised. I’ve never had so much fun singing into a phone hanging from the ceiling or getting rejected on camera. Honestly, at some point it’s a little much to keep calling and singing to the same person. Get the hint.
Keep up with The Habits here.
by Meredith Schneider | Jul 6, 2018 | videos, wolf tracks
Recently, alternative indie rock collective Arms Akimbo – expertly comprised of Colin Boppell, Chris Kalil, Peter Schrupp, and Matt Sutton – released their 6 track EP The Wrong Kind of Dance Party. From the leisurely, pleasantly upbeat soundscape, to the relatable lyrics, we’re surprised by how much we’re captivated by their sound. It’s like the audio manifestation of summertime, and the best part is that there is now a music video for their track “Velleity” to enjoy as well.
“Velleity” feels like summertime as well, though it’s a little more melancholic in its representation. Waking up after the party makes for a slightly sluggish day, filled with recuperation and true discovery of what happened the night previous. The guys of Arms Akimbo perfectly act the sluggishness out, between frames of them performing the song, petting a dog, playing Jenga, and more.Directed by Christopher Kalil and Will Houlihan, it’s definitely an enjoyable visual, bright and fun while casual and relaxing.
Keep up with Arms Akimbo here.
by Meredith Schneider | Jul 3, 2018 | videos, wolf tracks
Brooklyn-based alt-dance/pop duo Glassio – comprised of Sam R. and Charles Pinel – recently unleashed the music video for their latest single “New York, New York II” unto the world, and we’re floored by how visually attractive it is. Hard angles, color blocks, insane contract, a technical yet natural flow to how everything fits together. A projector plays video of New Yorkers singing pieces of the track on the streets of the phenomenal city that they live in. The striking visuals match the lyrical content for impressiveness, and there’s a cool as a cucumber vibe emanating from it all that makes “New York, New York II” perfect as the backdrop to your next summer party.
Keep up with Glassio here.
by Meredith Schneider | Jul 2, 2018 | videos, wolf tracks
Nashville-based rock outfit Creamer – led by brainchild/soloist Philip Creamer – has really been making the rounds in the short time they’ve been making music. Though he is a veteran in the music industry itself, he’s really been enhancing the Nashville music scene, especially since his North American tour spot opening for Wilco.
Creamer’s new video for “Drugs No More” is the perfect way to experience the band’s life performance tactics, though in an enhanced kaleidoscope way that ran rampant in decades passed. The mid-tempo tune is absolutely invigorating to enjoy solo, but the video adds that visual aspect that really puts you in a relaxing mood, the message of the song just as nurturing as Creamer croons, “I don’t believe in drugs no more.” The song is solace for people suffering from the effects of substance abuse in some aspect of life, whether it’s a personal struggle or as an observer. It’s an important conversation to have, delivered in a vivid, stimulating way.
Keep up with Creamer here.
