Savages Tonight

London's all female Savages are quickly building heat this week during CMJ along with others such as: Icona Pop, You Won't, Deap Vally, MSMR, MØ, Guards, and Kate Earl. With a definitive post-punk edge, solid mgmt team, and a reportedly piercing live show, these women seemed poised for US success - yet, we've all seen how that story can go. We'll be checking them out for the first time tonight at Glasslands w/ Dum Dum Girls.

Playing Catch Up: Body Language

[mp3] Body Language: "Seeds of Sight"

Body Language found themselves on our short list of CMJ bands to watch. After a late late show, where we couldn't tell if it was our ears or the band that was a little off,  so we're still left on the fence about this band's live show. YET! Luckily for us, Body Language are playing with the excellent (on record at least) Keep Shelly in Athens this Friday at Bowery Ballroom. Needless to say, we're excited to see how both bands deliver on the great equalizer of all buzz bands - the large stage at Bowery. Body Language just debuted their super creative video for their excellent tune "Holiday" from their album Social Studies, out now.

CMJ 2011 - Big Winners

Tristen ["Baby Drugs"]: To be honest, we thought we had a fairly good idea of what we were going to get when we went to see Tristen play twice last week. We've seen a lot of Tristen shows, but were not ready for the next level of musicianship and songwriting that Tristen and her band The Ringers brought, especially at the Flower Booking showcase Friday. With new drummer Sam Smith, and classic Ringers, Buddy and Jordan - Tristen pulled out three new songs from the follow up to Charlatans at the Garden Gate (out now - American Myth) - and brought her more familiar material to new heights. Guitarless, Tristen dominated the stage during closing song "No One's Gonna Know." It was rhythmic, pulsing, melodic, - dare we say anthemic - and outright spectacular. New record, new haircut - and we can't wait to hear it.

FIDLAR ["Bummed"]: Fuck it dog, life's a risk. Fidlar may have been the top live band we saw all week. Their set was ear splittingly loud, the songs short, powerful and gripping. On the surface, they're four stoner skater punks from LA - but the writing is scary good, and the execution is better. Their drummer summed the band up best in a brief conversation before their set: "I can guarantee you that at no point during our set will I play a stand alone floor tom at the front of the stage with a maraca." Amen.

Alabama Shakes ["I Found You"]: Clearly, this band went into CMJ with huge amounts of momentum. With Jack White already a fan, and labels rumored to be bidding heavily on these amazing Alabama newcomers - there's no question they were the talk of New York before CMJ. Yet, after their set in Philly the night before, and their Thursday night set (with the amazing Dry The River) - there was no doubt that the Alabama Shakes were the real deal, and are here to stay. People were floored. It's going to be very fun watching them over the next year.

Electric Guest [mp3]: It seemed that it took all the way up until CMJ week for the buzz to hit on Electric Guest, but it reached a crescendo on Tuesday night at the 'anyone who is anyone was there' All Things Go party. With Ezra Koening, Julian Casablancas and Dangermouse (producing their 2012 Downtown album) in attendance, the anticipation was palpable. Yet, for us at least, the set didn't really deliver. The band clearly had some fantastic songs, and the execution was flawless, but there was something intangible that didn't connect with us. There were a few too many downtempo R&B tinged tunes and an off-putting stage presence from a few members. NOW. This is a band with a ton of promise. 2012 is probably going to be a big year for them, and CMJ was a great launching pad. This set may not have connected with us this time - but there will be many more sets, and this is certainly a band you'll be hearing a lot about. We hope to see them again soon.

You Won't ["Who Knew"]: Taking nothing away from this very talented duo, there's not a ton to say about them. You Won't come from the classic school of writing good songs and just getting out there and playing them well. Vocalist Josh Arnoudse has a guttural and dynamic vocal prowess, akin to Deer Tick at his best and as powerful as any indie rock singer out there right now. There's a lot to love here and as they clean up their live show, these guys have a good shot of turning a lot of heads in 2012. Their album Skeptic Goodbye is out now.

Robert Ellis ["Good Intentions"]: We finish this list with a core Texas-based Stark artist. Falling on the more serious side of Jonny Corndawg, and on the more bluegrass side of the usual Texas/Nashville sound - Ellis is a strong contender for the crown in the new crop of country artists plying their craft these days. With long hair and a clean (when it needs to be) vocal tone - Ellis is a dynamic performer and a talented writer. His debut album Photographs is out now on New West. Highly recommended.

Nikki Lane 'Walk of Shame' and CMJ

[mp3] Nikki Lane: "Sleep For You" 

[mp3] Nikki Lane: "Gone Gone Gone" 

We're still sort of scratching our heads as to how Nikki Lane slipped past our radar for so long. With the help of an ace publicist (who's PRs we actually always read) and a manager who is a Nashville confidant, we're putting the blame squarely on our own shoulders here. Thanks to KDR for finally bringing Nikki Lane's new album Walk of Shame (out now IAMSOUND) to our attention. Already vetted by some trusted Stark musicians and industry folk in Nashville, Lane is ready for her moment in the CMJ spotlight next week, and we will certainly be there to check it out in person. We're just going to let the above video speak for itself.

NIKKI LANE TOUR DATES
Sat. Oct. 15 -- Nashville, TN @ Americanarama/Grimey's Outdoor sale
Sun. Oct. 16 -- Charleston, WV @ Culture Center Theater - NPR's Mountain Stage w/ Larry Groce
Thu. Oct. 20 -- New York, NY @ The Living Room (CMJ - Paste Party) - 4:00 PM
Thu. Oct. 20 -- New York, NY @ The Delancey (CMJ - IAMSOUND Showcase) – 11:15 PM
Sat. Oct. 22 -- New York, NY @ Rockwood Music Hall (SPIN Magazine & The Press House Party) - 12:50 PM
Fri. Nov. 18 – Nashville, TN @ The Exit/In w/ Rayland Baxter Wed. Nov. 23 -- Nashville, TN @ Loveless Barn (Music City Roots)

FIDLAR: "Wake Bake Skate" CMJ

 [mp3] Fidlar: "Wake Bake Skate" 

We've been loving this band over the past few weeks, and alongside Body Language, are at the top of our CMJ lists. After just signing with some solid folks for PR, we're predicting big things for this LA group for the rest of 2011. There's not much to say - the raw visceral music speaks for itself. I mean, their name stands for Fuck It Dog, Life's a Risk. Dig it above, or HERE.

CMJ Band to Watch: We Are Trees

[mp3] We Are Trees: "Sunrise Sunset"

It's a big few weeks for us Starkians, but we wanted to highlight a few standout acts from this years CMJ festival. The first of which is We Are Trees. The PR states: "this Virginia Beach band’s sound lies somewhere between the plains of Middle America and the cliffs of a Western Coast. The vocals, while drawing comparisons to Daniel Rossen of Grizzly Bear, are a mastery all their own, with sweeping “ohs” and cradling lyrics." All the songs we've heard stand up to some solid scrutiny, and the buzz around the critical watercooler has them pegged as "the next Local Natives." Well, that remains to be seen, but certainly a band to make sure you have on your list this week. CMJ shows after the jump! Their EP is $12 for both vinyl and digital versions, and $4 for digital alone. You can check it out here http://www.collectivecrowdrecords.com/store/we-are-trees-boyfriend-ep/

CMJ Shows

10/20 - Googie's Lounge - CMJ Official Showcase
10/22 - Cake Shop Pop Tarts Suck Party
10/22 - Bowery Electric Cantora Records Party

CMJ in Photos Part I

[mp3] Ume: "The Conductor"

Photos by Karp

Ume is Lauren Larson, bassist and husband Eric and drummer Jeff. "Where the hell did she come from?" We asked incredulously. "West Texas" was the reply. Of course. They all come from West Texas. Ume was our CMJ highlight. Fronted by a tiny pixie blond with some serious picking speed, and a furious live show Ume fall somewhere in the zone between Pavement and Dinosaur Jr. With showcases ranging from Vice to Brooklyn Vegan, Ume brought the hype, but managed to stay one of the under the radar gems of the festival making it easier to get into the shows. Bands like Ume are what makes CMJ worthwhile. Can't wait to hear more from these Austin based rockers.

[mp3] Free Energy: "Dream City"

Free Energy are easier to manage. Fronted by what looks like the kid from Dazed and Confused, they're a Philly band who seem just a few clicks shy of the real deal. While they have good songs, there is a lot to be desired live. It's pleasant enough, and with some more practice they might be contenders. We suggest just dialing down the Mick Jagger impersonations a little bit. Despite our critisicsm, they quickly became one of the must see bands of the festival, and could be poised for a big year. We're fine with that really.

See after the jump for more photos...

New Friendy Fires Tour Dates - NY/LA

Our favorite band coming out of CMJ this year was hands down the Friendly Fires. After catching them at the Annex and the Brooklyn Vegan party, we were instantly sold. So, of course, we were excited to read that they are coming back to NY to play another show at the Annex on Dec. 9. Tix are on sale now. Head to BV for more photos from their Piano's show during CMJ.

Friendly Fires - 2008 Tour Dates
Sun 12/07 - Spaceland, Los Angeles CA
Tue 12/09 - The Annex, New York NY

(Photo Credit: Leia Jospe for Brooklyn Vegan)

Audrye Sessions - "Waltz #2" Elliott Smith Cover

Audrye Sessions - "Waltz #2" - mp3

Audrye Sessions seemingly came out of nowhere and impressed the hell out of us during CMJ. While maybe not the type of music we would listen to everyday, their vocalist and epic stage sound made us realize that this band has the potential to be huge.

It's always dicey covering Elliott Smith, but the haunting vocals on this track make it easily worth the download. While a solo guitar/vocal track couldn't be further away from the huge sound Audrye Sessions brought at the Bowery during CMJ, it's quite a pleasant listen on a dreary day in the NE.

Glass Candy - New Release

Hey all,
Take a break from all that crazy CMJing and check out GVB's post on the new Glass Candy album, Deep Gems... (love that title.) The record release party will take place this weekend in Portland.
GVB's post follows bellow:

"Glass Candy is throwing a party in Portland this weekend with their friends Nite Jewel and Plano, TX's own Farah. This is the release party for that new Nite Jewel 12" I mentioned a couple weeks ago, and Glass Candy will also be giving away a new b-sides/rarities comp. According to the band:

'...at the party we will be giving away a new Glass Candy cd called DEEP GEMS,
which is a collection of singles, b sides, and rarities. in between touring like
crazy, glass candy has been in the studio every possible moment working on a new
lp for 2009. in the meantime, deep gems is a collection of rare tracks recorded
between march 2006 and october 2008...' "

Now go forth and CMJ your lives away. Please keep us updated on acts we may pass over in our coverage.

After the jump.

Good for Gang Gang?

Photo Credit: Robert Wright for The New York Times

The NYT 's gave Gang Gang Dance a pretty nice spread in today's Arts section. Also acting as a pseudo-CMJ-artist-highlight-article, journalist Melena Ryzik discusses Gang Gang's move from cult status to "band of the moment." So, in other words, they have increased their terror level to magenta, now up from chartreuse.

We can't ascertain whether Gang Gang care about their new-found public championing. Doesn't seem that way. Anyway, we are really enjoying their new album, so who gives a shit about trendiness. Anyway, read for yourself.

Oh and Happy CMJing! Leave us comments about artists that really rock out with their proverbial cock out this week.

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After the jump.

CMJ Watch III: Caitlin Rose

Caitlin Rose, purveyor of her own brand of "cosmic American music" and Bobbie's Dairy Dip ice cream, makes her annual trip from Nashville to NYC for a week of shows, most during CMJ.

While some New Yorkers stay away from CMJ due to it's "crowds", "hype", and "hipster kids" - Rose is a reason to make it out. Many bands during CMJ can be seen throughout the year at NYvenues, but the real treats come in the form of artists like Rose who can only make it to NY about once a year.

She draws from all forms of country music, but manages to maintain a unique sound that recalls such influences as Gram Parsons, Patsy Cline and Townes Van Zandt. Yet, she plays with her own attitude and style - driving each song with lyrics like "true love is a shotgun wedding" (fist pump to Bristol Palin.) Rose can sing in a sometimes quirky voice, but can also wail like the aforementioned Ms. Cline.

Caitlin Rose is here for seven days playing four shows, so you jaded bastards have no excuse for not coming to at least one. She also hates the word "indie" so you won't be getting too much of that here. Rose's EP Dead Flowers and 7" Gorilla Man are out now and available HERE for $5.

NEW YORK TOUR
Oct 21 2008 - Alphabet Lounge
Oct 22 2008 - Public Assembly
Oct 25 2008 - Rockwood Music Hall
Oct 28 2008 - Lit Lounge
(Check your local listings for set-times)

CMJ Watch II: Luaka Bop Showcase

So for the first time since 1994, David Byrne's Luaka Bop label will hold a fall showcase in NY during CMJ. The occasion? Luaka's release of a creative new 3-inch series featuring three new (to us at least) artists named Yonlu, Marcio Local and Terror Pigeon Dance Revolt. From what we've heard HERE, every artist is worth checking out. The Luaka Bop showcase happens Friday, October 24 from 5-7 at Santos Party House. Terror Pigeon Dance Revolt will be playing and DJ Justin Carter will spin selections from the 3-inch records as well as Luaka Bop's amazing catalog. Definitely put this on your calendar. See below for descriptions of each artist from the Luaka press release. All 3" records are available now...

"THE TERROR PIGEON DANCE REVOLT
The Terror Pigeon Dance Revolt is a never- ending romp of a dance party; looped pianos and saxes race on top of crappy synths and ill beats, and like twenty vocal takes (seriously, like totally rivaling Broken Social Scene status) are mixed in there somewhere.

YONLU
Yonlu revealed just a fraction of his talent for experimentalism and a capacity to create delicate melancholy melodies before taking his own life at age 16, leaving behind works that are something between Badly Drawn Boy, Tortoise and Nick Drake.

MARCIO LOCAL
Marcio Local is a sexy samba beast and he has the hairy chest to prove it. His soulful style recalls Jorge Ben and his band is fully outfitted to rock with drums, guitar, bass, sax, trombone, trumpet and loads of percussion. The album was produced by Mario Caldato of Beastie Boys fame. "

Buckle Up for CMJ 2008

It's that time of year again, when bands both big and small converge upon New York City for a debaucherous, music-filled five days...that's right we're talking about the 2008 CMJ Music Marathon. Spanning Oct. 21 to Oct. 25, there's just too much to see. We'll do our best...this isn't our full time job. Come on! (in Gob voice.)

Stark has enjoyed watching certain acts from all over the nation strive for immediate, Black Kids-like fame. Alas, they're not all that lucky.

From Nashville to Chicago to NYC, Stark has highlighted a few performers we hope to see (won't be able to see 'em all.)
- Caitlin Rose - Ezra Furman - De Novo Dahl - Gang Gang Dance - Lykke Li - Deerhoof - Crystal Castles - mr. Gnome - Sam Champion - Wye Oak - Chairlift - Beach House - Death Vessel - Dent May- Marissa Nadler and tons more.

Full CMJ line up after the jump. Selected concert times to come.
HOLY SHIT RIGHT?

(k)nights On Earth * 1090 Club * 13ghosts * 2AM Club * 30H3! * 77 Klash * 88-Keys * A BIG YES and a small no * A Brief Smile * A Faulty Chromosome * A Place to Bury Strangers * A. Pinks * Aa * Aaron Thomas * The Abdomen * Abigail Warchild * Aceyalone * Adam Heldring * Adept * Adventure * Afghan Raiders * Agallah * Aggrolites * AIDS Wolf * AK-1200 * Akimbo * Akudama * Al James The Unfazed * Al James the Unfazed and Tenlons Fort * The Albertans * Alex Diaz y Son de la Calle * Ali Eskandarian * Ali Vegas * Alina Simone * All The Saints * The Alright Ma's * Amanda Diva (host) * Amazing Baby * Ambulance LTD * America's Sweetheart * The Amity Front * Amy Miles * An Albatross * An American Chinese * An Horse * Andrea Gibson * Andrew Collberg * Andrew Gerardi Band * Andrew Gibson * Andrew Hoover * Ane Brun * Animal Farm featuring Mic Crenshaw * Animal Hands * Animate Objects * Annie Lynch and the Beekeepers * Annuals * Another Black Day * The Answer * Anthony Green * Apache Beat * Ape School * The Apes * Apollo Heights * Apollo Run * Arabian Prince * Arbouretum * Ari Gold * Ari Up and the True Warriors * Arkadelphia * The Arms * Army Navy * Arsonists Get All The Girls * The Art of Shooting * Arum Rae * As Tall As Lions * As Tall As Lions * Asa Ransom * Au * Au * Audrye Sessions * Auntkeke * Autodrone * Autovaughn * Averkiou * Aviette * Awesome New Republic * The Awkward Stage * Ayurveda * B.O.B. * Backseat Goodbye * Bad Veins * Bailiff * Bamboo Shoots * Bang Bang Eche * Barton Carroll * Battle Circus * Bazaar Royale * Beach House * Bear Hands * Bear In Heaven * Bear Number 141 * Bearsuit * Bedtyme357 * Bel Air * Bell * The Belleville Outfit * Ben Arnold * Ben Burgess Band * Ben Weaver * Benji Cossa * Best Friends Forever * Beyondo * Big Ears & Courage * Big Gunz * Bill Mike Band * Biodesel M02 DJ Tucci * Bird To Prey * Bird To Prey * Bisc 1 * BISON b.c. * The Black & White Years * Black Clouds * The Black Hollies * Black Ice * Black Joe Lewis * Black Milk * Black Taxi * Blackmarket * Blackstrap * Blind Pilot * Blitz The Ambassador * The Blizzards * Blonde Acid Clut * Bloodgroup * The Blooms * Blu & Mainframe (as Johnson & Johnson) * The Blue Van * BM Linx * Boat People * The Boat People * Bodega Girls * Bomb The Bass * Bonne Aparte * Bottle Up & Go * The Bowmans * The Box Social * Brak * Breaking Laces * Brent Amaker and the Rodeo * Bret Mosley * Bridges and Powerlines * Brighton MA * The Broadfield Marchers * Broken Social Scene * The Broken West * The Bronx * The Bronzed Chorus * Brooke Waggoner * The Brother Kite * The Brought Low * Brown Dog Jonez * Brown Shoe * Bryan Scary and The Shredding Tears * Buddahead * Buddy * Build * Bumblebeez * Bury Your Dead * Cactus's * Cadence * Caitlin Moe * Caitlin Rose * Cale Parks * California King * Canada * Canasta * The Canon Logic * Capitol K * The Capstan Shafts * Captain Coconut * Carcrashlander * Carlon * Carlotta * Carolyn Alroy * The Carps * The Carribean * Cars Can Be Blue * Casiokids * The Cassidy Project * Castanets * Catalepsy * Catcall * Cause Co-motion! * Cereal Killa * Chachi & Trenton Street Rockers * Chairlift * Chana Rothman * Change The Station * The Chapin Sisters * Chappo * Charles Burst * Charles Hamilton * Charlie Louvin * Charlie Mars * Charlie Pickett * Charm City Devils * Che Grand * Check Out the Tits on Tituba * Cheeseburger * Cherry S/T * Chester French * Chester French * Chewing Pics * Child Bite * Children * Chris Abad * Chris Bathgate * Chris Bergson * Chris Brokaw * Chris Leo's Vague Angels * Chris Mills * Chris Nathan * Chris Pureka * Christopher Barnes * Chuck E Costa * Cinema Cinema * City Center * Classixx * Clearview * Cloud 9 * Cloud Cult (Acoustic) * The Coast * The Coathangers * Coheed & Cambria * Cola Freaks * Colin Smith * Collin Monroe * Comic Book Heroes * Company of Thieves * Continental Divide * The Contrast * The Cool and Deadly * Cool Kids * Cordero * Cory Chisel * Cory Chisel & the Wandering Souls * Cotton Jones * Cotton Jones Basket Ride * The Crash Motive * The Cringe * Crocodiles * Crystal Antlers * Crystal Castles * Crystal Stilts * Cuchillo * Cut Off Your Hands * CYNE (DJ set) * Dallas Austin * Dam Funk * Dan Evans * Dan Torres * Daniel Merriweather * Dara * Darkest Hour * Dashah * Dave Doobinin * Dave Smallen * David Banner * DD/MM/YY * Dead Heart Bloom * Dead Leaf Echo * Dead Men Dreaming * Dead Prez * Deadbeat Darling * Deanna Devore * Dear Everything * Dear Thief * The Dears * Deastro * Death Vessel * Deerhoof * Del McCoury Band * Delays * Dellacane * Delta Fiasco * Delta Spirit * The Delta Spirit * Dent May * Depedro * The Depreciation Guild * Designer Drugs * Device * Dexter Romweber Duo * Die! Die! Die! * Dieselboy * Dirty Fuzz * Distraction * Diz Gibran * Dj Aaron Axelsen * DJ Amylulita * Dj Andre Allen Anjos * DJ Babu * DJ Beverly Bond * DJ Boo * DJ Dub Defender * DJ Hanukkah Miracle * DJ Marcelo Cunning * Dj Mike Dextro * DJ Parler * DJ Pumpkin Patch * DJ Rekha * DJ Ruckus * DJ Skeletons * DJ Soulscape * DJ Spinna * DJ Sucio Smash * DJ Sugarfree * DJ Wonder * Djs invisible Kid * DJs Jake D and Boyhollow * DJs Mick Boogie & Benzi * DJs Nickodemus & OBaH * DMBQ * DMZ * Don Juan Dracula * Donavon Frankenreiter * Donny Goines * Donovan Quinn & the 13th Month * Doug Gillard * Doug Paisley * Drag On * Dragons of Zynth * The Dreadful Yawns * Dred Scott Trio * Dri * Duchess Says * Dujeous * The Duke Spirit * Dungen * Duquette Johnston * Dust Jacket * The Dutchess & The Duke * Dynah * Eagle Seagull * Earth Eater * Ebony Bones * Eclectic Method * Ecstatic Sunshine * Edan The DJ/Egon * The Egg * El Jezel * The Element * Elephone * Elizabeth ! * Elizabeth Willis * Elk City * Ellen Cherry * The Emeralds * Emillio Rojas * Emily Simone * Emmy the Great * Empire ISIS * The End Of The World * Endless Boogie * The Envy Corps * Envy On the Coast * Eren Cannata * Esso * Etan * The Ettes * Eugene Franicis Jr. and The Juniors * Eulogies * Eulogies * Eve to Adam * everybody out * Everybodyfields * Evidence * Evidence * Ex Norwegian * Ex Reverie * Excepter * Experimental Dental School * Ezekiel Honigc * Ezra Furman and the Harpoons * Fake Problems * Fanfarlo * Fastest Rapper Alive Contest * Faunts * Favourite Sons * Fear Nuttin Band * Festival * Fiasco * Fight Bite * Fighting With Wire * Figo * Finn Riggins * The Fire and Reason * Fires of Rome * First Cousin * Five Finger Death Punch * Flying * Folk and Stress * Forever * The Forms * Four Trips Ahead * Frances * Francis & The Lights * Franki Chan * Free Sol * Free Sol * French Horn Rebellion (FHR) * Fresh Daily * Fresh Kills * The Friday Night Boys * Friendly Fires * Front Page * Frontier Ruckus * Fujiya & Miyagi * G-spot * Game Rebellion * Gang Gang Dance * Gangi * The Gay Blades * George Clinton and the P-Funk All-Stars * Gerd Baier and Phillip Gutbrod * Ghost Front * Gigantic * Gillen & Turk * Gilles Vonsattel * The Giraffes * The Giraffes * Girls Like Cigarettes * giveamanakick * The Glad Version * Glasser * Gliss * Global Hip-Hop Throwdown hosted by Pharoahe Monch * Go Motion * God Forbid * Goes Cube * Gold Streets * Good Times Crisis Band * Goodbye Picasso * Graeme K. * Grafh & Prinz * Grammer Debate * Grand Avenue * Great Lakes * Greg Camp * Gregory Miles Harris * Greycoats * Gringo Star * Gringo Star * The Grip Weeds * Growing * Ha Ha Tonka * Haale * Hackman * Haircut * Hakim * The Handcuffs * Happy Anarchy * The Happy Hollows * The Hard Lessons * Havok * HeartsRevolution * Heathers * Heavy Hands * Hecuba * Heidi Happy * Heist at Hand * The Helio Sequence * Heloise and the Savoir Faire * Henny C * Hermit Thrushes * Hexes & Ohs * Hey Rosetta! 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