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Music Byte: Sikamor Rooney

Seeing as I haven’t been successful at posting a new Music Byte every week, I’ve decided to drop “Of The Week” from the title.  There’s certainly no reason to be misleading, and to be honest it’s a little too much pressure for me right now to make sure I post something completely new and exciting every week.  For now, let’s just say I’ll post a Music Byte when I find something worth posting it for.  That works.

You may remember I told you I attended the release party for Sikamor Rooney’s self-titled record at the Mercury Lounge.  If you don’t, just scroll down a bit and I’ll remind you.  Anyway, I showed up a little late, thinking I had some time before the band of the hour started their set, assuming they would be the final band to play. Well, I was wrong.  They played first.  Is it customary for bands who are having record release parties to play first?  Everyone knows people show up late to everything, shouldn’t that band play last?  Oh well, I guess it doesn’t matter. Because of all of this, however, I only was able to listen to a couple songs of their set, kicking myself the entire time for not getting my ass in gear a little sooner. Fortunately, I know people, and was able to get my hands on a CD. Good thing, too, because I’ve been having a lot of fun with these guys.  

To have a listen go here.  There were no YouTube videos that had decent sound quality, so you’re going to have to not be lazy about this and just click the damn link.  You’ll have fun, I promise.

PS – Thanks to the sis and her super-cute-but-WAY-too-young-for-me-friend!  I had a blast!

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Music Byte of the Week: The Gaslight Anthem

I think what I like most about these guys is the story of how they were created. Kerrang!, the world’s biggest selling weekly rock magazine, has spotlighted these guys on the cover of their newest issue.  This is pretty cool, since as writer Ian Winwood puts it, “This is the first time in the history of the magazine that Kerrang! has placed a band who have never before appeared in our pages on the cover.” Pretty much HAD to check them out after reading the article.

The self-described “punk rock soul band” hails from New Brunsick, NJ, a town close to my heart, being a Rutgers alum and all.  I remember the same scene when I was there: basement shows, tons of great friends, new music every week, more talent in one room than you can imagine.  These guys bring me right back there, and it’s invigorating.

You’ll have to buy the magazine to read the story of how Brian Fallon, the band’s singer, decided that this was his life’s calling, but it’s worth it.  It’s one of those stories where a hugely disappointing moment turns into a life-changing revelation, and I think it’s inspiring and hopeful.  These guys just want to make good music and play it for people; they don’t care about being the paparazzi’s next biggest target.  And you know what?  I believe them.  From their upcoming album (their second), The ‘59 Sound please enjoy “The ‘59 Sound”:

Aren’t they super hot?!?

For tour dates, more information, where to buy the album, making new friends, or if you just want to stare at ‘em, go here.  They even have a Wiki page!

 

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