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Anthony Kapfer is a NYC born musician. He channels the essence of the 1990's Indie rock scene; combining the catchy, lucid melodies of The Eels and the powerful, magnetic sound of The Foo Fighters. Download the album free at AnthonyKapfer.com He began playing music at age 10. He drummed in the first band he joined, Good Grief. They made a name for themselves in the Brooklyn All Ages scene in the early 2000's. After Good Grief, Anthony joined The Nerve! They were signed to Heyday Records and worked with producer Ron "Bumblefoot" Thal, who is currently playing guitar in Guns 'N' Roses. After The Nerve! split, Anthony started a band called Kung-Fu Grip, with Ricky Wells (long time musical collaborator from Good Grief). This band allowed Anthony to get out from behind the drums and write and preform his own songs; on recordings he played all instruments. On December 31, 2007, Kung-Fu Grip opened for Local H at Subterranean in Chicago IL. In March 2009, Kung-Fu Grip went on hiatus. Anthony became the drummer for Christian Zucconi's post-Pagoda Williamsburg based band, ALOKE. They were quickly embraced by Brooklyn youth, finally venturing out to SXSW 2009. The summer after the band dissolved, Anthony embarked on a solo career. His album, A Series of Events was released January 2010. Now Anthony plays acoustic venues, as well as rock shows with his band, The Buzz Kill Joys.Performing live at D-Lounge with Patti Rothberg. 7:30pm. $10
Kelli Rudick, Scott Matthew and Redhooker at Littlefield in Brooklyn on September 25th.Virtuosically eclectic multi-instrumentalist Kelli Rudick's live shows are a mix of intricate, experimental and ridiculously complicated compositions from her first release and emotionally driven indie songs with electronic and neoclassical elements from her forthcoming 2nd record.Scott Matthew performs songs that are purely magnetic, that expose an honest beauty and sorrow. Scott has won acclaim through his work on the John Cameron Mitchell film Shortbus and with the band Elva Snow, which he co-founded with ex-Morrissey member Spencer Cobrin.Named for a year of isolation in an industrial quarter of Brooklyn, REDHOOKER includes Stephen Griesgraber, the classically-trained guitarist from Slow Six and formerly of Antony and the Johnsons, whose live sets peak at the juncture of polyphony, experimental minimalism, and improvisation.
Vanguard Villains recently reached 300 sales of their debut, self-titled album. The band have been receiving a great deal of positive press for their work, owing in part to their energetic and frenetic live presence. Radio airplay includes Brooklyn Free Radio, UK-based Insomnia Radio, UK-based Queen's Radio, and several college radio stations in the US. To celebrate this success, the band is offering a FREE download of their album (and B-sides) at their website. There are no strings attached to the download, but the band is asking that you kindly join their Facebook fan page if you enjoy their music. Several shows are in the works for this fall, including a guest performer slot at MEANY Fest on Oct 2 at Crash Mansion.
Heads Up Display is gearing up to release their self-titled first full length record, produced by 'General' George Fullan. They bounce back and forth between a wall of sound and a fragile tape echo delay in an attempt to capture more of their live energy. If you have been looking for some music that you can identify/sing along without feeling guilty then you should come check them out at their next show, August 31st at Pianos, or Sept 10th at the Schaffer House in the Bronx.Check out the link for their last single, Formula vs. Perfume!
Denver/Los Angeles based lofi-psych artist, Jordannah Elizabeth has landed in NYC."I'm recording like mad. I moved into my band mate's studio in Brooklyn and we're just working non stop. It's a really productive time. We're going to be playing live in the city as soon as possible."Jordannah is also the creator and singer/songwriter of Makeshivt Kity and Cyclical Silver Sick Sunshine.You can find all types of info, photos, music, and yummy tidbits about Jordannah Elizabeth and her self run indie label,The Process Records at the label's blog:http://theprocessnetlabel.blogspot.comand you can listen to tons of her music here:http://www.youtube.com/theprocessrecordssend her love:http://www.facebook.com/jordannah.elizabeth
Ignacio is quickly rising through the NYC ranks as one of the best live shows to see. The line up is only a 3-piece, but the sound that emanates is vastly larger than bands twice the size. Check out Ignacio live (and his EP) and see for yourself why he is being hailed as one of "NYC's Artists to Watch in 2010" - trust me - you'll be hooked! Join Ignacio on Facebook - www.IgnacioNYC.com New dates coming soon! Check out the video for this past Summer highlights!!!!
Um is named for what singer David Hurwitz calls this era: The Um generation. Rudely awakened from adolescence by 9/11 the last near decade has spawned additional killing, war, lies and political finger pointing on a global level. There has been no reprieve, understanding or peace in this process. It's defining characteristics are fear, guilt and helplessness against the inhumanity. When asked what we stand for in the wake of these years a myriad of unpleasant milestones come to mind and the first words from hesitant lips are a resounding "Um." Um has recorded their first LP titled Rita Hayworth Face and it features appearances by members of Here We Go Magic and Plushgun. You can download it free using the link in this article. Come see Um live with Arms saturday at 9PM at Pianos.
On Saturday, August 21st, Brooklyn music blog Guilt Free Pleasures (gfpmusic.com) is teaming up with CouchCrashNY (csny.org) for a night of great local music at Southpaw! Come and celebrate the FINAL night of the NYC CouchCrash Festival with us! Bring your dancing shoes because it's sure to be a high energy night as three awesome NYC bands take the stage! Stick around for the after party - there'll be plenty more dancing plus we'll have a photo booth set up and face-painting by Abbey Weg! The ...line-up is as follows:9pm - Raccoon Fighter10pm - Julius C11pm - LOCKSLEYThe show is 18+ and cover is $10 for most people but by RSVPing on the facebook event (link provided as artist's website), you get in for $7.
Ladies and Gentlemen, get on the planes! Get on the buses! Get on the boats! The Luxembourg War Machine is assembling as we speak. Now is not the time for idle talk, for the sky looks down without mercy upon this hour: this is the hour for minds and bodies to search for fissures in their foes, and pull apart, with those once idle hands, the precipices of humanity! Radioactive waste is being poured into our child's crib! Do not be the coffin, you take the mast, sail away home!
The Ugly Club is a collaborative exploration into the vision of Ryan Egan, singer-songwriter from NJ branching out as far as The Shins to Curtis Mayfield, channeling energy and soul not found within the indie rock world today. The band itself is a ripening project though the members are no strangers to the scene. The Ugly Club in its first year has released and self produced a debut EP, "Sing What You Want" available in all digital outlets, as well as shared stages with the likes of Sharon Jones & the Dap Kings, Socratic, Badfish, Spoon & more.Currently in pre production stages for the new record expected winter/spring of 2011.
Long ago in the days of ancient kings there was peace, and all were happy -but HARK! A sudden darkness en-cloaked the realm of Brooklyn, and hailing from the outer reaches of the galaxy came ELKS shooting lasers from steel antlers, shattering souls and melting brains. They brewed a draught of New York souls from New York bros and subjugated the realm. Never satisfied, they loaded what terrified wretches remained into a gold sarcophagus and aimed it at the sun. Soon all would be melted by the glory of their heaviness.ELKS recently completed their first EP, three of the six tracks can be heard on their Myspace.Upcoming dates:FRI 9/3 @ SANTOS PARTY HOUSEw/ Today is the Day, A Storm of LightTHUR 10/28 @ MUSIC HALL OF WILLIAMSBURGw/ JEFF The Brotherhood, Ninjasonik, Liquor Store
In honor of the great city of NYC A Million Years will be around the city on the weekend of Sept. 11.9/9/10- In store performance at the Best Buy in Union Square 6PM FREE SHOW9/10/10- Watch out FASHION WEEK! Party with A MILLION YEARS & Sigerson Morrison, by invite only (but we promise to get some pictures of the models eating donuts )9/11/10- Back at home in Webster Hall Studio with our buddies, Bellevue's Finest, Penrose, and Two Lights9/12/10- Headlining the WRXP stage at the UNION COUNTY MUSIC FEST. A MILLION YEARS is on from 6:30-7:15, the last band to play before SPOON. FREE SHOW!!!And remember! Mischief Maker, the debut album from A MILLION YEARS is currently climbing the CMJ college charts, currently 164 on the charts!
Henry Mena is a Brooklyn-based singer/songwriter who who, starting in the early '90s, led the acclaimed pioneering Rock en Español trio La Ruta for more than a decade.Since then he's recorded in English:the acoustic EP The Avatar Sessions, the upcoming Beautiful Insults and Compromises album, and performed with his new band, The Henry Mena Ego Trip.Written, recorded, produced by Mena and mixed by Brian Montgomery (Ted Leo, STP, Ween), Beautiful Insults and Compromises is a heady mix of power pop, hard rock, new wave, synth pop and acoustic ballads. In other words, a fun, eclectic ride with Mena putting his distinctive stamp throughout.
I am pleased to announce the release of my second EP (Follow up to Genesis), Femme Fatale. It is a darker and sexier side of Demi and I hope you guys love it. 7 Brand New Tracks on sale world wide for only $5.99 !!! Preview and please leave feedbackLinks:Amazon MP3:-http://www.amazon.com/Femme-Fatale/dp/B003VCWLP6/ref=sr_1_cc_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1281586771&sr=1-1-catcorrAmazon Physical CD:http://www.amazon.com/Femme-Fatale-Demi/dp/B003Z0DDL0/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1281586886&sr=1-1itunes:http://itunes.apple.com/album/femme-fatale/id381549097?v0=9988&ign-mpt=uo%3D1emusic:http://www.emusic.com/album/-Femme-Fatale-MP3-Download/12020643.htmlzune:http://social.zune.net/album/Demi/Femme-Fatale/2b956e06-0100-11db-89ca-0019b92a3933/details
Return of Simple's music is cultivated by an expansive demographic. The band's pop-friendly sound remains fashionably smart - yet honest and true to their Ben Folds influence. The band's daring piano flatters their thought-provoking lyrics. Return of Simple doesn't just create music, they compose the experience of art.Return of Simple is made up of three conservatory-trained musicians led by pianist and singer Rob Kovacs. Kovacs is the first person to ever perform both parts of Steve Reich's âPiano Phaseâ, on two different pianos, simultaneously. In addition, American Greetings has utilized his music for several of their E-Cards.The piano-driven rock band has played at some of New York's most notable venues, acquiring a reputation for promoting musical seduction and lyrical indulgence. Return of Simple's acoustic cover of Daft Punk's âHarder Better Faster Strongerâ has received 85,000+ views on YouTube. These numbers speak to the band's ever-growing popularity.Presently, Return of Simple is embarking on a multi-media campaign. The re-introduction of their debut disc, Saffron, is going to be a concentrated effort reaching out to the most notable music reviewers in the world. Celebrity disc jockeys (such as Paul Oakenfold and DJ Hollywood) will also be approached to consider using the band's more melodic pieces within their famed remixes. In addition, Return of Simple presently is busy creating new music for distribution with one of many accomplished labels.In August, Return of Simple will debut a new web-page with a flash media kit. Their past and present accolades will be highlighted along side their habit forming music. Infectious and innovative, the experience of Return of Simple has yet to be perfectly defined.Return of Simple will make overture proposals to a spectrum of qualified publications and products who subscribe to the same philosophy of the band. The brand of Return of Simple is one for auditory and ornamental appreciation. Thus, the band is aggressively harvesting unique opportunities to compliment their imaginative, yet inventive, style.Press of all mediums are welcomed to sample the accolades and sounds of Return of Simple. A new website and fully fledged media campaign will be available for review this August. Fans, press and record labels are encouraged to visit the band's website and become acquainted with this radio favorite band.Return of Simple will be performing at Bar 4 in Brooklyn, NY on Aug 27th. The show starts at 8:00pm and there is no cover charge. Highlighted acts that Return of Simple has been featured alongside include Blessid Union of Souls, The Romantics, Margot & The Nuclear So & So's, and Ludo.To book Return of Simple- please contact their management.Kat Lenhart216-577-7144hurrah(at)returnofsimple(dot)comFor media inquires, interview requests and live performance credentials- please contact their public relations firm.Helene Vece of JumpStart Ink702-409-1282helene(at)jumpstartink(dot)comReturn of Simple is in good company. Their publicity firm, JumpStart Ink's,consultants have received qualified credentials from CNN, The International Press Awards, Silver Lining/Silver Lake, CineVegas, The Palms, Camp Freddy, Five Finger Death Punch, Pennywise, Mario Barth's Starlight Tattoo, The House of Blues Las Vegas, The Tattooed Millionaires, The Hard Rock Hotel and Station's Casinos for Scott Weiland.Our publicity campaigns have gained media on Billboard, Florida Times Tribune, Vegas Rocks Magazine, NBC, ABC, CBS, Fox, ESPN, X-Radio Biz, Nights Over Las Vegas and the Tennis Channel to keep the list extremely concise. In addition, our consultants (and their clients) have received endorsements from Whole Foods Market, Shine Drums and PRS Guitars. Product placement has been gained in national Blockbuster and Wal-Mart stores along with placement on Gossip Girls and in nationally distributed films. Some of the entertainment clientele have opened for Bon Jovi, John Popper, Rob Thomas of Matchbox Twenty, Cyndi Lauper, Daryl Hall, Bryan Adams, Kansas and Nancy Sinatra.
Most bands that succeed beyond the local level eventually do so with the aid of a manager. What does this person do, aside from collect a healthy cut of the money? We interviewed 2 NYC managers and 1 publicist with different experiences in the local scene to help us understand. by Paolo De Gregorio - read the article.
Protect Your Band's Name!
the name is what you are selling
The reputation and recognition of an artist's music is built around the artist's professional name, which is what consumers use to identify the artists they enjoy. Therefore, an individual artist or group pursuing a career in the music industry should take the necessary steps to protect his, her or its professional name. by Christopher R. Chase, Esq. - read the article.
College Radios Promotion
what can they do for your band?
In this day and age, we should be thankful that college radio still exists. While commercial frequencies pump the same boring playlists into every city, college radio provides unique, local voices to the airwaves and internet. - read the article by Liz Schroeter here.
Career Survival Guide
it's not just about the music
A music carreer IS all about surviving - at least in the early stages. This survival guide will help you think of different ways to keep your focus on building your brand and creating a path for success. If you think of yourself as your own small business, then the following information can become your personal marketing plan. - read on. - courtesy of BMI.
1. Recording: Home vs Studio
the question is: can YOU do it?
Indie producer/musician Bruce Kaphan(R.E.M., David Byrne, Red House Painters, American Music Club) analyzes pros and cons of recording the DIY way - read the article.
2. Choosing a Recording Studio
pick carefully + things to consider
What do you need to look for in a recording studio? In this article you'll find all the advice you need about equipment, engineers, rooms, rates, and ways of approaching the recording experience. by Paolo De Gregorio - read the article.
3. Planning Recordings
be prepared, have a budget
Steven Alvarado, a NYC studio manager provides precious advice on how to approach the recording of your CD. "When you enter the studio, have a plan. Map out what you want to accomplish each day so that you have a realistic idea of how much time you will need to complete your project. It's best to be as prepared as possible."by pdg - read the article.
4. Do You Need a Producer?
and: don't waste studio time!
Making a recording is a tangle of pragmatism, technology, alchemy and faith. As is the case with any creative venture, you cannot know what you'll get for your efforts until you go through the process; it's always a gamble. Having a plan and a budget can be really useful.by B. Kaphan - read the article.
5. Drums in the Studio
performance and recording tips
Drummers shouldn't miss this article! 4 Top NYC producers answer our questions on how to perform, hit, and tune the drums in recording situation. And... is your drummer tight and can he/she play to the click? by Paolo De Gregorio - read the article.
6. Ten Tips For Recording Guitars
from the pick to the amp
Recording guitars, although easy at first can be a challenge when you really want to achieve a great sound. Here are some helpful tips to improve your guitar recording chops. - by Shane O'Connor - read the article.
7. Recording Vocals
not as easy as you might think
Recording vocals might not seem alike the most challenging task when producing a CD, but this delicate and crucial process often ends up being quite draining and taking longer than expected - by Paolo De Gregorio - read the article.
8. Do You Need Mastering?
what it is and why it is!
Mastering is a process that not many emerging musicians are fully familiar with. One of the most succesfull NYC mastering engineer tells us all about this "secret" art.- by Paolo De Gregorio - read the article.
On Saturday, August 21st, Brooklyn music blog Guilt Free Pleasures (gfpmusic.com) is teaming up with CouchCrashNY (csny.org) for a night of great local music at Southpaw! Come and celebrate the FINAL night of the NYC CouchCrash Festival with us! Bring your dancing shoes because it's sure to be a high energy night as three awesome NYC bands take the stage! Stick around for the after party - there'll be plenty more dancing plus we'll have a photo booth set up and face-painting by Abbey Weg! The ...line-up is as follows:9pm - Raccoon Fighter10pm - Julius C11pm - LOCKSLEYThe show is 18+ and cover is $10 for most people but by RSVPing on the facebook event (link provided as artist's website), you get in for $7. 
Return of Simple's music is cultivated by an expansive demographic. The band's pop-friendly sound remains fashionably smart - yet honest and true to their Ben Folds influence. The band's daring piano flatters their thought-provoking lyrics. Return of Simple doesn't just create music, they compose the experience of art.Return of Simple is made up of three conservatory-trained musicians led by pianist and singer Rob Kovacs. Kovacs is the first person to ever perform both parts of Steve Reich's âPiano Phaseâ, on two different pianos, simultaneously. In addition, American Greetings has utilized his music for several of their E-Cards.The piano-driven rock band has played at some of New York's most notable venues, acquiring a reputation for promoting musical seduction and lyrical indulgence. Return of Simple's acoustic cover of Daft Punk's âHarder Better Faster Strongerâ has received 85,000+ views on YouTube. These numbers speak to the band's ever-growing popularity.Presently, Return of Simple is embarking on a multi-media campaign. The re-introduction of their debut disc, Saffron, is going to be a concentrated effort reaching out to the most notable music reviewers in the world. Celebrity disc jockeys (such as Paul Oakenfold and DJ Hollywood) will also be approached to consider using the band's more melodic pieces within their famed remixes. In addition, Return of Simple presently is busy creating new music for distribution with one of many accomplished labels.In August, Return of Simple will debut a new web-page with a flash media kit. Their past and present accolades will be highlighted along side their habit forming music. Infectious and innovative, the experience of Return of Simple has yet to be perfectly defined.Return of Simple will make overture proposals to a spectrum of qualified publications and products who subscribe to the same philosophy of the band. The brand of Return of Simple is one for auditory and ornamental appreciation. Thus, the band is aggressively harvesting unique opportunities to compliment their imaginative, yet inventive, style.Press of all mediums are welcomed to sample the accolades and sounds of Return of Simple. A new website and fully fledged media campaign will be available for review this August. Fans, press and record labels are encouraged to visit the band's website and become acquainted with this radio favorite band.Return of Simple will be performing at Bar 4 in Brooklyn, NY on Aug 27th. The show starts at 8:00pm and there is no cover charge. Highlighted acts that Return of Simple has been featured alongside include Blessid Union of Souls, The Romantics, Margot & The Nuclear So & So's, and Ludo.To book Return of Simple- please contact their management.Kat Lenhart216-577-7144hurrah(at)returnofsimple(dot)comFor media inquires, interview requests and live performance credentials- please contact their public relations firm.Helene Vece of JumpStart Ink702-409-1282helene(at)jumpstartink(dot)comReturn of Simple is in good company. Their publicity firm, JumpStart Ink's,consultants have received qualified credentials from CNN, The International Press Awards, Silver Lining/Silver Lake, CineVegas, The Palms, Camp Freddy, Five Finger Death Punch, Pennywise, Mario Barth's Starlight Tattoo, The House of Blues Las Vegas, The Tattooed Millionaires, The Hard Rock Hotel and Station's Casinos for Scott Weiland.Our publicity campaigns have gained media on Billboard, Florida Times Tribune, Vegas Rocks Magazine, NBC, ABC, CBS, Fox, ESPN, X-Radio Biz, Nights Over Las Vegas and the Tennis Channel to keep the list extremely concise. In addition, our consultants (and their clients) have received endorsements from Whole Foods Market, Shine Drums and PRS Guitars. Product placement has been gained in national Blockbuster and Wal-Mart stores along with placement on Gossip Girls and in nationally distributed films. Some of the entertainment clientele have opened for Bon Jovi, John Popper, Rob Thomas of Matchbox Twenty, Cyndi Lauper, Daryl Hall, Bryan Adams, Kansas and Nancy Sinatra. 
