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Phish
“Hey Stranger”
From the album Evolve
Self-released
Evolve is Phish’s 16th studio album. The songs were caught in live takes at the Barn with producers Bryce Goggin and Vance Powell. They were mostly written by Trey Anastasio alone and with co-writers Tom Marshall and Scott Herman through months of study, experiment and crowd-testing on the road.
Mike Campbell & The Dirty Knobs
“Angel of Mercy”
From the album Vagabonds, Virgins & Misfits
BMG
Mike Campbell was a member, architect and co-captain of the Heartbreakers, the band he co-founded with Tom Petty. The Heartbreakers’ lead guitarist, Campbell co-wrote many of the Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers hits and also co-produced many of their albums.
Kid Bowery
“Brother Honey Passes Before Us”
Single
Virtu Signlz
Kid Bowery makes sleaze-folk. Sleaze-folk has dirty layers and a messy personality, but rats around the East Village find it familiar enough for a good time. With sly and insightful humor and frequent nods to psych, Bowery’s music mixes the quirkiness of Ween with the soul of Townes Van Zandt.
kid-bowery.ck.page/ef17e7a571
Zac Schulze Gang
“Hole in My Pocket”
Live and Loud
Flatiron Recordings
The Zac Schulze Gang emphasizes the Power in power trio. The guitar-forward, high-energy of their debut album, Live and Loud, tips the hat to the likes of Rory Gallagher, Hendrix and even The White Stripes, while placing this U.K. blues-rock powerhouse at the forefront of modern, rocking, hard blues.
West End Junction
“Dragula”
Single
Self-released
West End Junction claims influences from Tori Amos to Xavier Rudd, with songwriters Dan and Cara Ristau at its core. The two gained a following in their hometown of St. Louis for their whimsical take on “Dragula,” a folk-waltz cover of the original song by Rob Zombie.
westendjunction.com
Earth Radio
“Thunder”
Single
Self-released
Turn your dial far enough to the left and you’ll find Earth Radio. From funk to pop and even metal, Earth Radio’s sound is as big and diverse as the planet they proudly transmit from. Each and every live “broadcast” is unique, but will always make you want to dance! And now, here’s human music.
linktr.ee/earthradiochicago
Island Head
“Eyes of a Poet (Les yeux d’un Poète)”
Single
Island Groove Music
A passion for reggae and love for interacting and jamming are why Island Head was created. Our live shows give each player a chance to “step out” and take the band and the audience on a journey. Jamband/Roots reggae/Caliroots.
islandhead.com
Lumanation
“Strange”
Single
Self-released
Lumanation — our music ignites passion and inspires positivity. Our sound is rooted in reggae, ska, funk and rock grooves. Fun, irresistibly danceable and positive music. A powerful message of unity. We create original music for audiences of all ages. Northern California Redwood Reggae.
lumanationmusic.com
Ashleigh Chevalier
“Nashville Sun”
From the album Cayenne Roses
Self-released
Ashleigh Chevalier releases Cayenne Roses, a collection of painstakingly honest and bold country-soul songs. Her vocal range and dynamic tones complement the authentic narratives that trace her experiences through domestic violence, failed marriage and single motherhood.
ashleighchevaliermusic.com
Carter Brady
“We’re Talking”
From the album Shopping Cart
Self-released
New York indie artist Carter Brady’s Shopping Cart powers a big guitar and drum sound and tuneful songwriting that modernizes ‘90s alt-rock and multiple rock genres. The featured track “We’re Talking” provides a taster of the melodic and versatile 12 tracks that follow this standout opening single.
ffm.bio/carterbradymusicofficial
Bonneville
“The Chase”
Single
Starita Records
Southern retro soul band — comprised of lead singer Wes McGee and guitarist Jeff Hayashi, featuring the legendary Muscle Shoals FAME Recording Studios musicians — creates classic, soulful, raw, rootsy music that unifies people by reigniting the appreciation and celebration of classic soul grooves.
linktr.ee/bonnevilleofficial
Reverends
“It Often Rains in Portland, OR”
Single
Little Cloud Records
Led by Dandy Lee Strickland, Atlanta psych-rock daydreamers Reverends are set to release their third LP, Sunsight, Sunclipse, this winter on Little Cloud Records. The first single to emerge from the new album, “It Often Rains in Portland, OR,” is a jammed-out, heady, gorgeously spacious slice of musical cinema.
reverendsatl.bandcamp.com
Our Common Roots
“Solid Ground”
Single
Self-released
Our Common Roots takes their name to heart, mixing musical styles to create a familiar sound. From Utica N.Y., OCR hits Americana, folk, rock and country. The songwriting and vocal harmonies of Brian Lucenti and Ryan Flynn bring memorable hooks backed by Justin Parker, Graham Espe and Corey Peters
sites.google.com/view/ocroots/home
The Magpipes
“Imposter Syndrome”
Single
Holsom Records
The Magpipes (SLC) electrify live audiences; melting genres together like an intricate sonic tapestry infused with psychedelia. With a love for improvisation, from avant-garde solos to emotionally charged vocals, no two shows are the same. Check out their new single and music video “Imposter Syndrome.”
instagram.com/the_magpipes
The Vindys
“Elton Glasses Baby”
Single
Self-released
The Vindys, from Youngstown, Ohio, have been growing their loyal fan base with their unique blend of pop, soul and rock since 2014. They will be on tour this summer with Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo. Check out their brand-new single “Elton Glasses Baby” for your summer bop consideration!
distrokid.com/hyperfollow/thevindys/elton-glasses-baby
Brown Mountain Lightning Bugs
“The Wedge”
From the album Astronaut Music From Bedlam
Self-released
If Jerry Garcia and Tom Waits made an Appalachian music duo, then it might sound like the Brown Mountain Lightning Bugs. Blending traditional with trippy, the two have played throughout the U.S., and internationally, including slots at Mill Farm Music (U.K.), Rockwood Music Hall, Piedmont Folkways and more.
brownmountainlightningbugs.com
Elsa Marilyn
“These Days”
Single
Self-released
Elsa Marilyn is an 18-year-old singer-songwriter, pianist and guitarist from Sydney. Her songs are a combination of soul, R&B and pop. Singing since age 8, Elsa turned four chairs on The Voice, is studying music at uni and released These Days, So I Yearn and Hill, with seven songs in the pipeline. Follow her!
Mother Hubbard
“Have a Good Time”
From the album Mother Hubbard Live at the Bitter End
GLDN RETRIEVER LLC
Based in New Jersey, Mother Hubbard combines genres to create a unique jam-like sound. Comprised of graduates from WPU’s esteemed jazz program, MH’s sound is a love child between the Chili Peppers and Steely Dan. Having played at esteemed rock venues, MH creates all-embracing sounds with groovy beats.
Leanne Gallati
“Party for One”
Single
Self-released
Leanne Gallati is a singer-songwriter based in Brooklyn, N.Y. By fusing together pop and rock music, her upbeat, melodic-driven songs encourage listeners to let go and tap into the groove. She recently made her Brooklyn Bowl debut, and is excited for what lies in her career ahead.
Electric Blue Yonder
“Letters to Sadako”
From the album Quiet Moon
Self-Released
Space folk-rock and rollercoaster Electric Blue Yonder investigates the harmonies of this universe by fusing elements of folk, surf and psychedelia with ‘60s space-age prog/art rock. It’s a genre-bending sound that captures a nostalgic familiarity while transporting you into uncharted territory.
Chris Daniels & The Kings
“Jump (When My Baby Says)”
From the album 40: Blues With Horns Volume II
Moon Voyage Records
Chris Daniels & The Kings new album, 40: Blues With Horns Volume II, features guests including Sam Bush, Sonny Landreth and more. Described as “Keb Mo with horns,” the seven-piece band won numerous awards for their horn-drenched, rock-and-soul and was inducted into the Colorado Music Hall of Fame.
BBsitters Club
“Same as Before> Beef Pizza (Live at Cole’s Bar, Chicago, IL, 8/10/2023)”
Single
Hausu Mountain
BBsitters Club offers a bewildering yet always tongue-in-cheek palette of ideas that both embrace rock traditions and defy them with a grin. Their amorphous compositions land somewhere between the world’s most baked prog band and a jamband that’s never content to lapse into wheel-spinning complacency.
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