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Bestfriends, 'A-Sides' – Free MP3 Download

Beth Kellmurray — Fri, 24 May 2013 13:00:03 +0000

Nick Scalise and Gregory Shanahan of Bestfriends have taken a hands-on approach to creating their breed of indie-pop-electronica, and they’ve carved out a niche in the genre. The Chicago-based pair have a vision, and they ensured its realization by taking complete control over their 2012 self-titled EP. Not only did they write and perform the six-track EP, but they also produced, mixed and mastered it. They even directed a couple of accompanying music videos.

Fat History Month, 'The Future' – Free MP3 Download

Beth Kellmurray — Wed, 22 May 2013 13:00:09 +0000

Fat History Month’s sophomore LP, ‘Bad History Month,’ arrived on the heels of much praise for their debut album, ‘F—ing Despair.’ As the album titles might indicate, this Boston indie-rock duo doesn’t take itself too seriously, or maybe it takes itself entirely too seriously — it’s hard to tell. Jeff Meff (guitar, vocals) and Bob [...]

Snowden, 'The Beat Comes' – Free MP3 Download

Cameron Matthews — Tue, 21 May 2013 13:00:15 +0000

Jordan Jeffares is the brains behind Snowden, a nomadic rock project whose music sounds like apocalyptic yet danceable Britpop. His latest album, ‘No One in Control,’ comes after a period in which he spent years journeying across the continental United States and Europe, picking up striking sonic artifacts along the way. The single ‘The Beat [...]

Smoke Fairies, 'The Three of Us' – Free MP3 Download

Cameron Matthews — Mon, 20 May 2013 13:00:12 +0000

London duo Smoke Fairies are in a boxy cadillac, burning through delta-blues cassettes, headed for a ‘Thelma & Louise’-style fiery demise. Well, maybe not … but that’s what their single “The Three of Us” sounds like. A repetitive riff acts as the song’s motor, propelling it forward with steam worthy of a John Parish tune. [...]

Bankrupt, 'Monday Morning' – Free MP3 Downlad

Cameron Matthews — Sat, 18 May 2013 13:00:27 +0000

Punk worship made its way to Budapest, Hungary, approximately 17 years ago, and that led to the creation of the Eastern European state’s most infectious rock protégées: Bankrupt. The melodic three-piece’s newest EP, ‘Goodbye Blue Monday,’ is a bit idiosyncratic — that is, a lot can get lost in translation — but it remains a [...]

Have Mercy, 'This Old Ark' – Free MP3 Download

Cameron Matthews — Fri, 17 May 2013 13:00:18 +0000

Emo has certainly evolved from its primordial beginnings. From the intricate melodies of Sunny Day Real Estate, the genre took a discouraging detour through screamo, which ultimately killed the whole movement … or did it? In recent years, the 20-somethings that were dedicated to emo’s initial proliferation in their young teenage years have themselves begun [...]

The Shakers, 'The Weight' – Free MP3 Download

Beth Kellmurray — Thu, 16 May 2013 13:00:07 +0000

The Shakers have taken L.A. by storm, playing sold-out shows at venues like the Viper Room and Roxy Theatre, and with the help of their fans, they intend to keep on that trajectory with the summer 2013 release of ‘Rescue Team.’ For this foursome, it’s all about the pursuit of rock ‘n’ roll aspirations, and singer Jodie Schell bets that her “heart might just explode” the day they can pursuit them full-time.

Mary Goes Wild, 'To the Shore' – Free MP3 Download

Beth Kellmurray — Tue, 14 May 2013 13:00:52 +0000

From their home recordings right down to their live performances, Mary Goes Wild strive for simplicity in their music. That’s also true in terms of instrumentation, as Danny and Freddy Wild bash away with just guitar, drums and vocals. Founded in 2012 and hailing from Munich, Germany, the duo takes pride in their work methods, [...]

Mission South, 'Peaches' – Free MP3 Download

Beth Kellmurray — Mon, 13 May 2013 13:00:17 +0000

Mission South have been on the rise since the release of ‘Migration Vol. 2' -- the second installment in a trilogy of EPs -- earlier this year. The roots-rock trio from Washington, D.C., features Dan Miller (vocals, guitar), John Beck (bass) and Max Harwood (drums) -- childhood friends who have been on the road or in the studio since graduating from college in 2012.

EndAnd, 'Snow Song' – Free MP3 Download

Beth Kellmurray — Thu, 09 May 2013 13:00:51 +0000

The EndAnd story is a family affair of sorts. The band’s history is one of collaboration by members of King Killer Studios in Brooklyn. What began as a duo featuring singer-guitarist Daniel Fern and drummer Mike Morales expanded to a trio when they asked bassist Bill Fitzgerald -- he of fellow King Killer band Capita Clip -- to join the effort. A week later, Fitzgerald was onstage performing EndAnd’s 2012 debut, ‘Adventures of Fi in Space,’ at its record-release show.

Four Visions, 'Closer' – Free MP3 Download

Andrew Poitras — Wed, 08 May 2013 13:00:09 +0000

Brooklyn harbors many fans of both David Foster Wallace and ’80s dance music, but few possess the creative mind of Daniel Abary. The solo artist behind the Slowdive-inspired, ambient-dreamfolk project Four Visions works alone to create his spaced-out compositions before his live band of comrades learns the tracks for shows. Reminiscent of a more poetic [...]

Duniven, 'Wouldn't You Know' – Free MP3 Download

Andrew Poitras — Mon, 06 May 2013 13:00:18 +0000

Patrick Duniven’s band plays mature, almost affluent Americana-folk that evokes the spirit of classic rock heroes. The residue of CSNY’s influence is clear; Neil Diamond and Springsteen, too. But this local cult-hero strategically avoids regurgitating their styles, putting his own spin on the scene. Today we’re offering Duniven’s new single ‘Wouldn’t You Know,’ a standout [...]

Wake Island, 'Use It As a Weapon' – Free MP3 Download

Kenneth Partridge — Sun, 05 May 2013 13:00:59 +0000

Truly an international crew, Montreal foursome Wake Island features musicians from Lebanon, Canada and the United States. It’s a brainy band — one of ‘em is studying cell biology — and that really came through on their 2009 debut, ‘Fairytales From the Island,’ an attempt to, in their words, “reach a common center” through elaborate, [...]

Mike Marlin, 'The Murderer' – Free MP3 Download

Andrew Poitras — Fri, 03 May 2013 13:00:21 +0000

Britain’s Mike Marlin has carved out a niche for himself by creating music that sounds the way being followed by tragedy must feel. He’s preoccupied by discord, and his songs thrive on the tension that builds between his clashing melodies and throaty, low vocals. Marlin’s story is a classic rebel’s tale, and it’s no wonder [...]

My My Misfire, 'Get Your Fix' – Free MP3 Download

Andrew Poitras — Thu, 02 May 2013 13:00:36 +0000

You can call My My Misfire sleaze rock, but it might actually just be sleaze. Straight wit no “rock” chaser. “I wrote it specifically for strip clubs, no joke,” drummer and founder Aaron Birdsall told Diffuser.fm, describing ‘Get Your Fix,’ today’s free MP3. The dingy anthem is exactly what you’d imagine playing on a black-lit [...]

Japanther, 'Stolen Flowers' – Free MP3 Download

Andrew Poitras — Wed, 01 May 2013 13:00:51 +0000

Just when we thought white guys with guitars had run out of all the ideas that make white guys with guitars interesting, Japanther came along. Theirs isn’t a Brooklyn legend you’ll read about generations later. They’re still active right now, with things like “pick up check from New York State Council for Japanther 3-D” and [...]

The Dead Heads, 'When I'm Dead' – Free MP3 Download

Andrew Poitras — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 13:00:08 +0000

Much like yesterday's free MP3 artist, Bored Nothing, the Dead Heads play blissed-out garage rock. Formed by brothers Oscar and Ali Jeffery and Ferg Davison, the group created a fuzzy, upbeat brand of dazed post-punk even before expanding from a trio to the current five-piece lineup.

Bored Nothing, 'Let Down' – Free MP3 Download

Andrew Poitras — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 13:00:09 +0000

Bored Nothing’s soaking-wet garage fuzz will pull you in like a montage in any classic movie. Lost soul Fergus Miller’s perpetually bored state of wandering Australia truly comes out in his haunting chant and muddy, atmospheric guitar tone. You see, Miller was basically homeless during the years it took him to write his self-titled debut [...]

My Name Is You, 'We're Alive' – Free MP3 Download

Andrew Poitras — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 13:00:59 +0000

The story of My Name Is You is the stuff of fairy tales. Brandon & Anne became friends while studying at the same college in Southern California. Their paths diverged at graduation, when Brandon undertook the normal duties of an ambitious independent musician; he co-produced Greg Laswell's release 'Three Flights From Alto Nido' and toured with the likes of Joshua Radin, Cary Brothers and Ingrid Michaelson. Thus far, not a bad resume.

Glass Theory, 'Let Me Be Clear' – Free MP3 Download

Andrew Poitras — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 13:00:04 +0000

Jack Duff’s solo project is a heavy mix of salsa, dance and Saddle Creek-era indie pop inspired by “sex, night swims in the ocean and surrealist art.” The singer cites Pet Shop Boys, Miami Horror, the Magician and Blur as main influences for his version of “indie/electro with dark wave influences.” “’Let Me Be Clear’ [...]