X A M B U C A: уничтожение

 

уничтожение is the new album from North Carolina industrial electronic project XAMBUCA, the brainchild of artist/producer Chandra Shukla. The fifteen tracks form a noise laden, ambient concept album dedicated to the impending future of Russia, it’s oppressive regime, and its intentions to dominate its own people and the former Soviet Union countries. Stark, evocative and uncompromising, XAMBUCA have captured the concept perfectly in this moving album. Stream and buy уничтожение at the link below.

 



Puritan Pine: Shortwave Radio

 

Chicago garage band Puritan Pine have just released their debut album, Shortwave Radio. The band is another project of one of FZB's favorite musicians, the ever busy Adele Nicholas, along with Kimberly Nicasio and Daniel Kiss. The band have crafted eleven dynamic tracks that deliver plenty of fuzz and emotion. Released in both cassette and CD formats on Impossible Colors Records, This album is a definite must have. Watch the video for album opener Belmont Heights and the stream and buy Shortwave Radio at the link below.

  

Streetlamps for Spotlights: Sound and Color

 

After releasing several 7" singles, Fort Wayne, IN based indie rockers, Streetlamps for Spotlights, have released their debut full length, Sound and Color. The twelve tracks are a grungy and noisy romp through guitar driven rock. The band's classic three piece lineup lends itself perfectly to their sound, giving the album a nice live feel, while not sacrificing studio production quality. A very fine debut album from the band. Stream and buy Sound and Color at the link below.

 



Mad Ones: Leather Rug

 

Toronto based grunge rockers Mad Ones have released the single Leather Rug to wet our appetites for their sophomore album, Sanciety, due later in the year. The duo of Phil Wilson and Andrew DeVillers, serve up a wall of sound that shows us there is more to wrench from the guitar and drums format then we have yet heard. We can't wait for the album. Stream and download Leather Rug for free at the link below.

 



Adobe and Teardrops: Proud Compilation

 

Music blog Adobe & Teardrops have released the Proud Compilation to benefit Project FIERCE, a New York City-based organization that trains LGBTQ youth of color to become the next generation of activists.  Lending their talents to this album are artists spanning the gender and sexuality spectrum. They are united by their dedication to honest music and unique worldviews: the very definition of pride. Proud includes tracks from Brooklyn-based queer country band Karen and the Sorrows, Atlanta rocker Sonia Tetlow, folk-rock troubadour Matt Woods and New Orleans breakout singer Arsene DeLay.  Stream and buy the Proud Compilation at the link below.

 



The Jean Jackets: Freeze Out

 

Our second installment from Mama Coco's Funky Kitchen, is the new album from FZB favorites, The Jean Jackets. The band of Dominick Knowles, Joe Marotta, Jackson Phinney and Christine Spilka, once again impress with 11 tracks of righteous indie rock. On their third full length, The Jean Jackets continue to refine their sound and grow into an impressive group. This is a band that never disappoints and this album is a definite must have. Stream and download Freeze Out at the link below.

 



Ex-Pet: Green Accent

 

It has been a minute since we've featured anything from our friends at New York music collective/label Mama Coco's Funky Kitchen. To remedy this transgression, today and tomorrow we will feature albums from this hive of indie creativity. We start things off with Green Accent, the debut album from Ex-Pet. The solo project of artist/producer Greg Nissan, the nine tracks are a collection of catchy pop songs, showcasing strong vocals and tight arrangements.  Stream and buy Green Accent at the link below.

 



Container Drivers Radio: In The Container Tonight Vol. 1 & Vol. 2

 

UK podcast Container Drivers Radio has released a two volume compilation titled, In The Container Tonight, featuring unreleased tracks from 20 artists who have appeared on their shows. The tracks range from post-punk to electronica and are a wonderful showcase for some great emerging music. The compilation is available as a digital download or limited edition CD. Stream and buy In The Container Tonight Vol.1 & 2 at the links below.

 



Jon Kohen: The Heart of the Machine

 

The Heart of the Machine is the debut EP from Lowell, MA based artist Jon Kohen. With a style reminiscent of Elliot Smith, Kohen delivers four tracks of intimate, haunting acoustic music, with subtle electronic flourishes. Lush synth pads and minimal beats provide a welcome accompaniment to stunning acoustic guitar and vocal work. This is an artist that everyone needs to discover. Stream and buy The Heart of the Machine at the link below.

 

Cloud Seeding: Kaleidocycle

 

Brooklyn based artist Kevin Sera is back with a new 3 track single, Kaleidocycle. The single features two versions of the title track and the shorter interlude track Selma. Together they make a nice seven minute ambient mind cleanse. The tracks abound with nice guitar textures, plenty of atmosphere and nice melodies. Stream and download Kaleidocycle at the link below.