New Music Updates: From Choncy's 'Dead Meat' to Sisters tour dates
New Music Updates is a column that keeps abreast of all the news from the music industry that often flies under the radar. Keep up-to-date with the underground and independent scene and find your next favorite band or singer-songwriter right here.
The Goodies set for debut EP
San Diego reggae/rock/soul band The Goodies, founded by Justin Goodman ('Goodie') and Zan, have announced their debut self-titled EP, set for release on February 9. Goodman says, "This self titled EP is our heart and soul painted on a musical canvas, including all the beautiful happiness, sadness, love, tragedy, and upliftment that we have inside of us. It’s a journey through our musical childhood, and modern-day influences, combined in a bountiful mash up, and authentic interpretation of The Goodies."
Choncy's 'Dead Meat' gets the video treatment
Choncy is back with a video for new single, 'Dead Meat', ahead of the release of their upcoming album '20X Multiplier'. From the foxhole of the Rust Belt, Choncy fleshes out a frenzied, multifaceted approach to punk with their sophomore album, '20X Multiplier'. The Cincinnati four-piece delivers a 9-song 12” following Community Chest, their 2023 debut on Feel It Records.
The Dollyrots to hit the road in March with Gymshorts
The Dollyrots, Kelly Ogden (bass and vocals), Luis Cabezas (guitar and vocals), with Simon Hancock as their current touring drummer are gearing up for a March tour with Gymshorts as support. The band also dropped a lyric video for their heavy leaning pop-rock song 'Can’t Tell You Why' from their recent album release Night Owls out now.
Sisters releases new video and show dates
Sisters, the duo of Jason Blackmore (Molly McGuire) and Mario Quintero (Spotlights), is premiering the new video for 'Black Stars' on Revolver. Sisters debut album 'Leecheater', is out now on Spartan Records.
Upcoming Sisters shows
3/19: St. Louis, MO - Platypus
3/20: Chicago, IL - Subterranean (Downstairs)
3/21: Lexington, KY - The Green Lantern Bar
3/22: Tolono, IL - Loose Cobra
3/23: Kansas City, MO - miniBar
Joshua Crumbly new video precedes EP release
LA/New York bassist, producer and songwriter Joshua Crumbly has dropped his latest single, 'Again, on the Road' and its accompanying music video which was created by visual artist finnimalism. 'Again, on the Road' is the latest single to be released from Crumbly's EP 'P.S.' out February 8 on Switch Hit Records. The track debuted is available now on all streaming platforms. Crumbly has also announced a Brooklyn EP release show taking place on February 22 at The Sultan Room.
Felicity to release 'Charlie Sheen' and tour dates
Following a successful 2023, Orlando trash rock band Felicity has announced details of their first new music of 2024. The band will be releasing 'Charlie Sheen', featuring Jon Lundin of Point North, on February 21 via Zodhiac Records. "The world is truly a crazy place. We started this band in the garage of Damien's parents, and I remember we used to jam Point North's cover of ‘Hammer’ for fun to warm up and goof around. Back then, they were an up-and-coming band with such a unique sound that we always admired," says guitarist Drew Rapier. "This journey has been so insane! It's hard to believe that we are collaborating with Point North a few years later and releasing one of our favorite songs we've ever created, ‘Charlie Sheen'.”
Upcoming Felicity Tour Dates
3/22 – Nashville, TN @ Flavor 90s Bar (FREE SHOW)
3/24 – Cleveland, OH @ Mahalls
3/26 – Brooklyn, NY @ Brooklyn Monarch
3/27 – Richmond, VA @ Canal Club (w/Between You & Me)
3/28 – Charlotte, NC @ Amos South End (w/Between You & Me)
3/29 – Atlanta, GA @ The Masquerade (w/Between You & Me)
3/30 – Orlando, FL @ The Abbey (w/Between You & Me)
6/2 – Fort Worth, TX @ So What?! Music Festival
Kai Tak teleases 'Blush' with Claire Roddy
Kai Tak (Chris King of Cold Showers) releases new single 'Blush' ft Claire Roddy of Dol Ikara. The track debuted this week and can be streamed on all digital platforms. The song is the latest track to be released from the band's debut LP out in June 2024 via à La Carte Records. The song follows singles 'Jalen Rose' and 'Villians In My Mind'. Kai Tak is an LA-based music collective led by producer Chris King, known for his role in Cold Showers, as well as production work for artists such as Tamaryn, House of Harm and Fearing. On February 10, Kai Tak will be performing at a single release show for 'Blush' at Genghis Cohen in Los Angeles.
Luke Middleton announces 'Nothing Ever After'
Alternative/indie singer-songwriter Luke Middleton, has announced his forthcoming debut EP, 'Nothing Ever After', out March 1. Produced by Nathan Darmody (Allstar Weekend), 'Nothing Ever After' tackles topics such as readjusting to life post-service, its emotional aftermath, and the mental health challenges he faces everyday. In his battle to turn pain into peace, the rising artist wishes to dive below the surface, pouring his heart out in every lyric and letting his audience know they are never alone.
The Disassociates release debut album
SoCal's The Disassociates have released their debut album 'No Reason This Can't Be Fun'. Vocalist Brie Marie says, “'No Reason This Can’t Be Fun' is a fun, wild, and completely open & honest look into coping with life and all the struggles that come with it. Whether you want to laugh, cry, or rage, No Reason This Can’t Be Fun has a song for you.”
Buffalo Tom to release 10th album ahead of European tour
Buffalo Tom – Bill Janovitz, Chris Colbourn and Tom Maginnis – have announced their 10th album 'Jump Rope' available May 31 via their own Scrawny Records. At the top of the year, the band released the album’s first single and video, 'Helmet'. On March 8, the trio will release the second album single, 'New Girl Singing'.
Buffalo Tom has several dates confirmed in the US (all sold out), with more to be announced prior to their European tour, beginning later this fall.
EUROPEAN TOUR DATES
Sept 27 / DUBLIN, IE at Whelan’s
Sept 28 / GLASGOW, UK at SWG3 Warehouse
Sept 30 / LONDON, UK at Lafayette
Oct 3 / ANTWERP, BE at De Roma
Oct 4 / SNEEK, NL at Het Bolwerk
Oct 5 / EINDHOVEN, NL at Come As You Are Festival
Oct 7 / COLOGNE, DE at Luxor
Shane Smith & The Saints release new single ahead of 'Norther' album
Shane Smith & The Saints have released 'It’s Been A While', the latest single off their forthcoming album 'Norther', which is out on March 1, via Thirty Tigers/Geronimo West Records. 'Norther' is the Austin-based group’s first album in five years. Shane Smith & The Saints is Shane Smith (acoustic guitar/lead vocals), Bennett Brown (fiddle), Dustin Schaefer (lead guitar), Chase Satterwhite (bass), and Zach Stover (drums). The band is currently on tour ahead of the release of 'Norther'.
Upcoming Shane Smith & The Saints Tour Dates
Feb. 10 – Kearney, NE – Red Dirt On The River
Feb. 15 – San Antonio, TX – San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo
Feb. 17 – Bossier City, LA – Bulls, Bands, and Barrels
Feb. 24 – Lake Charles, LA – Golden Nugget
Mar. 1 – Tempe, AZ – Extra Innings Festival
Mar. 8 – Durant, OK – Choctaw Grand Theater
Mar. 24 – Pelham, TN – The Caverns
Mar. 26 – Nashville, TN – Grand Ole Opry
Mar. 30 – Abilene, TX – Outlaws & Legends
Apr. 5-6 – New Orleans, LA – Hogs for the Cause
Apr. 7 – Eagle Pass, TX – 57 South Music Fest
Apr. 13 – Fort Worth, TX – Syndicate Smokedown
Apr. 14 – Gonzales, TX – Cattle Country Festival
Apr. 26 – Indio, CA – Stagecoach
May 2-4 – Stillwater, OK – Calf Fry
May 7 – Morrison, CO – Red Rocks Amphitheatre
May 14 – Copenhagen, DK – DR Koncerthuset Studie 2
May 16 – Utrecht, NL – Cloud Nine
May 17 – London, UK – Highways 2024
May 18 – Manchester, UK – Gorilla
May 19 – Glasgow, SCT – Oran Mor
May 30 - June 2 – Panama City Beach, FL – Gulf Coast Jam
June 19 – Mack, CO – Country Jam
June 20 – Filer, ID – Gordy’s Hwy 30 Music Festival
July 19 – Eau Claire, WI – Country Jam 2024
Aug. 10 – Sikeston, MO – Bootheel Rodeo
Aug. 16-17 – Helix, OR – Wheatstock Music Festival
Sept. 1 – Dillon, MT – Montana’s Biggest Weekend
Sept. 19-22 – Louisville, KY – Bourbon & Beyond Festival
Oct. 18-20 – Sacramento, CA – Goldensky 2024
The Prize Fighter Inferno drops 'Virtual Pioneers' ahead of highly-anticipated tour
The Prize Fighter Inferno, the acoustic/electronica solo project of Coheed and Cambria’s Claudio Sanchez, has released the new single 'Virtual Pioneers' along with a reimagined version of the previously released song 'The Going Price For Home'. Both are out in digital format, and are also available in 7” form via limited Webstore and Tour Only editions.
The new music arrives in anticipation of the Before They Bury Me Tour kicking off on February 16 with two sold-out nights at The Atlantis in Washington, DC. The tour marks the first time The Prize Fighter Inferno will perform live, nearly two decades after the release of the project’s first full-length album, 2006’s 'My Brother’s Blood Machine'.
Frank Turner to hit the road with The Sleeping Souls
Singer-songwriter Frank Turner has announced a US headline tour for May and June, produced by Live Nation. Kicking off on Thursday, May 23 at XL Live in Harrisburg, PA, Turner’s Undefeated Tour will feature his long-standing band The Sleeping Souls and hit markets across the south, midwest, west coast and east coast, and culminate in an appearance at The Fillmore in Philadelphia, PA on Saturday, June 22. The tour will feature support from Amigo the Devil, Bridge City Sinners and Micah Schnabel & Vanessa Jean Speckman.
Frank Turner's US appearances this May and June
MAY
23 — Harrisburg, PA — XL Live (w/ Micah Schnabel & Vanessa Jean Speckman)
25 — Boston, MA — Boston Calling
26 — Huntington, NY — The Paramount
28 — McKees Rock, PA — Roxian Theatre
29 — Detroit, MI — The Fillmore
31 — Chicago, IL — Byline Bank Aragon Ballroom
JUNE
01 — Minneapolis, MN — Uptown Theater
03 — Denver, CO — Summit
04 — Denver, CO — Summit
05 — Salt Lake City, UT — The Depot
07 — Seattle, WA — Showbox SoDo
08 — Portland, OR — McMenamins Crystal Ballroom
10 — San Francisco, CA — Regency Ballroom
11 — San Diego, CA — SOMA
12 — Phoenix, AZ — The Van Buren
14 — Austin, TX — Emo’s Austin
15 — Dallas, TX — South Side Ballroom
17 — Atlanta, GA — Buckhead Theatre
18 — St. Petersburg, FL — Jannus Live
20 — Greensboro, NC — Piedmont Hall
21 — Baltimore, MD — Rams Head Live!
22 — Philadelphia, PA — The Fillmore
Miranda and the Beat tour to kick-off in late February
Miranda and the Beat has announced February and March tour dates. The tour will kick off on February 28 in Philadelphia, PA at Johnny Brendas and will include shows in Washington, DC, Richmond, Atlanta, Nashville, Brooklyn and more. The band will also be performing at the SXSW Music Festival in Austin, TX. Miranda and the Beat will be performing songs from their self-titled debut album out now on Ernest Jenning Record Co/ King Khan’s Khannibalism label.
