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Young Fresh Fellows :: Toxic Youth

Young Fresh Fellows :: Toxic Youth

The boys are back, fresh as ever and resplendent in stereo as they churn more of their distinctive hot-rod music, guitar-bass-drum sounds suitable for the open road and a full throttle.

Blitzen Trapper :: Holy Smokes Future Jokes

Blitzen Trapper :: Holy Smokes Future Jokes

I don’t know why I want to call this sound “California country”, when it’s not from California nor is it truly country, but its twangy aroma and psychedelic coloring are probably a big reason why.

Born Ruffians :: SQUEEZE

Born Ruffians :: SQUEEZE

The second release in less than a year from this outfit continues along the same path, which is to say meticulously crafted indie guitar mini-symphonies.

Born Ruffians :: JUICE

Born Ruffians :: JUICE

Nailing the indie guitar sound is one thing, but Born Ruffians have become so adept at it that it’s more like lathering it in epoxy, then bolting it down, and adding some rivets for good measure.