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The decade-long journey of Southern California recording artist Presence (a.k.a.
Jonathon Martinez) began as a therapeutic exercise to help an anxious, insular 12-year-old discover their true sense of self. Martinez’s aspirations for both confession and catharsis evoke his roots as a rap fan in Camarillo, California.
Starting at the age of 14, Martinez snuck his first “Presence Raps” video onto the internet, freestyling over “Ten Toes” by BubbaGotBeatz which got him grounded when his parentsfound out. Not long after, Presence went truly viral for the first time with a remix of XXXTentacion’s “Jocelyn Flores,” the success of which placed him at a crossroads, where he had to decide whether his music was a lark or a true artistic pursuit. Now, after building his fanbase as a true DIY auteur with two dozen singles, over 100 million streams, and delivering a TEDTalk titled “The Power of Authenticity and the Internet,” the difference between Jonathon Martinez and Presence lies in a newfound confidence to open his artistic process to collaboration. The story told on his new body of work resonates on a truly personal level, claiming a bold future for Presence.Thanks for listening!!! Please Follow us on Instagram @hiddentracks99
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Graham Ereaux, who makes music under the alias, Devarrow, is a Canadian musician and producer celebrated for his songs reflecting on small-town joys, personal introspection, environmental and social concerns, and(on this new album)the unique love affair with his converted school bus turned music studio. Despite his seemingly bustling life in rural coastal Canada as a carpenter, surfer, and nature lover, his latest album, Heart Shaped Rock, defies any notion of musical complacency. Opening with the lines, “Every morning I just wake up and I just wash my face. Go downstairs and make some breakfast, coffee and some bacon and eggs,” there cord offers a refreshing take on life's simple pleasures, injecting vitality into a folk genre that can often lean towards melancholy. Devarrow's music is a heartfelt ode to rural life, drawing inspiration from his activities, interests and shared communal moments. Rooted in a deep appreciation for simplicity, he finds solace in stepping away from technology, relishing the quiet moments with morning coffee by his wood stove, and expressing his thoughts on a vintage typewriter. This record is a poignant exploration of the beauty found in life's simple pleasures, influenced by the wisdom of literary works such as "The Unsettling of America" and "The Encyclopedia of Country Living." Through Heart Shaped Rock, Devarrow enthusiastically embraces the mission to revitalize the folk genre, acknowledging his own troubled relationship with it. It is a captivating journey through love, loss, and self-discovery. The title track epitomizes the album's core theme, finding beauty in life's simplicity. Throughout the album, three songs feature toe-tapping whistling, while others incorporate tambourine, shaker, and an upbeat tempo, creating an atmosphere that feels light and airy amid the prevailing tones of folk music. Underneath its friendly and accessible folk-pop facade, Heart Shaped Rock retains moments of profound introspection. Personal stories unfold, from the poignant "Pictures" to the metaphorical love affair with solitude in “Bus Baby.” The album navigates emotions, from the abstract lyricism of “Falling Into Pieces” to the social commentary of “Help Me,” addressing climate and social collapse. At the core of Devarrow's music lies vulnerable lyrics, offering an unfiltered yet relatable glimpse into the life of a millennial navigating meaning in small-town Canada. Rather than shying away from the depth of folk music, Devarrow navigates it with respect and a desire to bring new perspective to the genre, along with a hope that we all somehow, get to a place where we collectively care less about things that don’t actually matter, while somehow caring more about things that do.
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From oblivion to chaos; ride the change. For DIVIDED HEAVEN singer-songwriter Jeff Berman, much has changed since the release of 2022's Oblivion: a relocation from Hollywood, California to Lancaster, Pennsylvania, two new children, a new career in the music industry that isn't touring 6 months out of the year, dare-we-say... normalcy. When the road-warrior Jeff Berman parked the tour van in favor of established residence, the change brought a fresh perspective to Berman, his songwriting and his approach to art. This change in songwriting trades tropes of unity, decency and politeness for the vitriolic, the dirty, and the politically fierce; as clearly exemplified in the provocative new single "Living Funeral". "Living Funeral" wastes no time introducing itself with palm-muted guitars as the song chugs along with force putting Jamie Woolford's amazing production on display. It's quite the departure from the tranquil approach on Oblivion and using rock and roll as the vehicle to get its message out feels very intentional.
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Ben Hughes wrote and recorded a solo record back in 2013 and didn't want to release it under his own name. So, he called the project NIGHT WINDOWS to pay homage to one of his all-time favorite bands, The Weakerthans. This did two very important things: (1) allowed him the freedom to be a band or a solo artist, or both at the same time (2) gave him a unique name to release music under - there are a surprising amount of people with the same name, and it feels like half of them are active musicians. Ben brings us on a journey through his life surrounded by music, its healing powers and destruction.
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Having formed less than a year ago, Boston’s Massive Nightmares is already on their way to making waves in the independent music scene. On September 6th, 2024, the band will released their debut EP, recorded with Trevor Reilly of A Wilhelm Scream fame. The result is a self-released five track EP that serves as an amazing introduction to the band. An appetizer, if you will.
Formed by members of bands like No Trigger, Great Lakes USA, Save Ends, and David New Joy, Massive Nightmares comes from amazing stock. The music delivers a definite power pop and alternative meets 2000s melodic punk vibe. Think Lemonheads and The Menzingers meet Gaslight Anthem and The Bronx.
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When guitarist/vocalist Kevin Day was seeking a quieter songwriting vehicle from the fuzzed-out pop-punk of his band Aspiga, he started Graduation Speech.
The New Jersey-based musician called on friends to add different instruments on 2021’s Maintenance Required EP, which found Graduation Speech's sound being fleshed-out and veering away from the singer-songwriter hushness of the earlier material.
Graduation Speech is Kevin Day along with guitarist Billy Bollinger (Crucial Dudes), bassist Brandon Iacometta (Crucial Dudes), and drummer Pat Pie.
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New Jersey has a solid reputation for raising successful singer-songwriters, with Sam Krajkowski aka Sammy Kay as another proof. Ten years after his debut album Fourth Street Singers and five years after his most recent full-length civil/WAR, he goes back to basics with a new LP called July 1960. It concerns ten stripped down punk-folk songs with imaginative storytelling about the finer details of life (as the musician explains: “This is me navigating being in my mid-thirties, chasing some kinda hope, and trying to get my thoughts off my chest while understanding who I am”), with a sparse instrumentation of pianos, pedal steel guitars and strings, and always those amazing gravelly vocals. Impressive and irresistible.
July 1960, produced, engineered and mixed by James Duckworth, is out now digitally, on CD and vinyl LP, through Sell the Heart Records (US) and Engineer Records (UK). Featuring Sammy Kay (vocals, acoustic guitar), John Calvin Abney (pedal steel, electric guitar, piano, mellotron, harmonica), Cory Tramontelli (upright bass) and Collin Thompson (trombone).
PS Sammy Kay has much more to offer; earlier this year he released a nice debut EP with his new ska project The Kilograms, which also includes Joe Gittleman (The Mighty Mighty Bosstones), Mike McDermott (The Bouncing Souls) and J Duckworth (Newport Secret Six).
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Hailing from New Jersey, meyerman delivers hard charging pop with power. "The brainchild of guitarist and vocalist Theo Meyer, meyerman raises the ante on the quality of modern powerpop to spring out of New Jersey. Along with his bandmates, Jeff Preischel on bass and vocals, Rob Sadowski on lead guitar and vocals, and Danny Diaz on drums, these guys prove you don't need facial hair, tattoos, or ironic T-shirts in order to rawk." Relying on the tried and true method of encasing a sweet center with crunchy power chords,meyerman cook up all kinds of ear candy. One of the themes explored on the record is music and the music business itself, underscoring the commitment these guys have to their craft - music is truly in their blood. Meyer's vocals are modestly scratchy with a nasal delivery, making the band sound like The Thornbirds or even Enuff Z'Nuff at times.
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Once in a while, you find a band that just does everything right. Western Massachusetts band THE GLAD MACHINEhas all the right elements, the big hooks, big guitars and the reliable rhythms that make it a joy to discover. The band is helmed by vocalist Brad Thayer with Neal Robinson (Bass), Greg Saulmon (guitar) and Mike Franklin (drums) Tommy Pluta (2nd guitar/vocals). The list of influences is a who’s who of power pop; Cheap Trick, The Posies, Jellyfish, and Superdrag.
It's been a long time since The Glad Machine's self titled album, but thankfully the quartet from Northampton Massachussets have lost none of their chops. Indeed, there's even more variety on "Hey". The group sound and blend as well as ever and the diversions are interesting and beautifully played.
Brad Thayer is still well in Robin Zander territory and the band's default is somewhere between Cheap Trick and Sloan, but the subtleties are more evident on "Hey." Eight songs, eight big choruses, wonderfully produced, "Hey" is an album of songs that rock out, but also two slower affairs that show a very different side of The Glad Machine. The best part is that we have even newer music to look forward to from THE GLAD MACHINE!!!
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Music has been a part of Alexandra's life ever since she started playing violin as a four-year-old in Toronto. As a teenager she was already an old soul; falling for the power of greats like Nina Simone, Billie Holiday, and Ella Fitzgerald. You can sense these influences in the heart wrenching arc of her voice as it haunts the spaces between analog soundscapes. In live performances her brother joins her onstage playing the french horn. Alexandra's cinematic, invitational narrative melodies creep under your skin- whispering lyrics that are endlessly relatable.
Alexandra's work is a reflective act; she wrote the songs on Luna after the sudden death of her mother. Her musical narratives explore caves of loss and grief with rare openness. But Alexandra's music is full of lightness too- with tracks like Every Winter allowing room for us to fall in love and somehow laugh at life. When not writing she finds joy in the little things- walking in High Park, taking baths, reading mystery novels and eating candy. In this way, she is well versed in the joys and trials of life. Her music brings something rare and powerful to the table: wisdom.
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On this week's episode we welcome Holden Wolf of Baltimore’s Emo Punks COMBAT. Combat recently released their long awaited first full length album "STAY GOLDEN."
Holden lets us behind the scenes about the creation of the album, saying "Stay Golden was written in my freshman and sophomore year of college as I was trying to figure out how to act like an adult while also trying to tour in my band 2-3 times a year as well as continue to run the record label I had started when I was 15. This is an album about struggling to identify with my own identity that I’d created for myself and most notably struggling to identify with the music scene. It’s about trying to understand what it means to “Stay Golden” as a sort of ideal way of living to me and to the people around me."
We cover all this and more, be sure to tune in and check out what COMBAT has to offer!Thanks for listening!!! Please Follow us on Instagram @hiddentracks99
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6KITTY is a 3-piece, female-fronted indie rock band from Chicago. The longtime friends formed as a band in 2018 and share a commitment to creativity and a love of music ranging from Courtney Barnett to the Beths to hometown heroes, Local H. Their dynamic sound has been compared to Vanishing Kids, UV-TV, and the Pixies. They fuse blended vocal harmonies, melodic forward bass lines, and hard-hitting drums. They love playing live shows, connecting with audiences, and having fun onstage.
6kitty released their first album, Tux, on 11/11/22 which was included in Fast ‘n’ Bulbous’ Top 100 Albums of 2022 and ranked #6 in the Art Pop and Dream Pop category. They’ve been featured multiple times on WNUR’s Power Pop Shoppe and on Radio DePaul’s Rare Candy.
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You can keep your dreams under wraps or unleash them into the world. For the musicians who comprise Dream Phases, holding back their musical visions has not been an option. Conceived in the private recesses of their L.A. home base, the band has expanded outwards by drawing upon the rich sonic heritage of West Coast pop/rock and skillfully reimagining it for the 21st Century. But beyond its finely wrought sound and texture, there’s an intensely personal quality to the work they create together. The dreams they explore transcend mere craft and calculation.
Emerging from the City of Angels’ neo-psychedelic rock scene in 2017, Dream Phases reflects California’s natural splendor and adventuresome inner spirit in its music. The earthy-yet-exalted sounds of the Byrds, the Beach Boys and Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young – as well as latter-day artists like the Rain Parade, Elliott Smith and Autolux – figure into the band’s family tree. While this lineage is worth noting, what comes through in the band’s latest work is an individual approach that translates the experiences of its members into something undeniably compelling. Dream Phases’ initial flowering was as a solo project by Brandon. After gaining a wealth of experience working with such notable L.A.-area combos as Blank Tapes, the Relationship, Levitation Room and Nacosta, he decided to fully develop the songwriting side of his talents on his own. What began as a homebrewed project quickly turned into a collaborative stew as brother Shane and compadre Keveen helped him develop his compositions into a full-blown sound.Thanks for listening!!! Please Follow us on Instagram @hiddentracks99
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SMITH & THELL—Maria Smith [vocals, guitar] and Victor Thell [vocals, guitar, production]—have generated billions of streams, packed venues, and enraptured fans worldwide. Smith & Thell’s story began as teens in Sweden. Maria and Victor forged a friendship, fueling their creativity and collaboration. They enchanted audiences with the likes of Soulprints [2017], Pixie’s Parasol [2021], and Acoustic In Isby [2021]. Meanwhile, “Forgive Me Friend” [feat. Swedish Jam Factory], “Hotel Walls,” and “Year of the Young” each garnered millions of streams. Along the way, they shared stages with Young The Giant, Fitz And The Tantrums, and more. At the same time, they wrote music for Jennifer Lopez to Rauw Alejandro to Ava Max’s RIAA gold-certified smash “So Am I,” which won “Composer of the Year” at the 2020 Swedish GRAMMIS. Now, the band is back and their immersive storytelling takes center stage on A Chosen Family EP [Nettwerk] out this fall.
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Townies are three best friends who make music in their free time while working full time careers in Los Angeles. Originally from New Hampshire and Massachusetts, the name Townies is kind of ironic now based on the bands new location in LA. Regardless of the name, Townies bring the heat with their fun and not to serious songs. Tom lets us in on the secret of how to make the band work and what friendship and dedication truly means.
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ONE HUNDRED THOUSAND is an electrifying band hailing from the great state of New Jersey. OHT is known for their unique blend of alternative rock, metal, electronic and various other genres that captivate audiences with infectious melodies and thought-provoking lyrics. Formed by a group of passionate musicians, the band quickly gained recognition for their energetic and innovative sound, which combines intricate guitar riffs, dynamic rhythms, and emotive vocals. With a commitment to authenticity and creativity, One Hundred Thousand continues to push the boundaries of their genre, drawing inspiration from personal experiences and a diverse cultural landscape. Their albums showcase a rich tapestry of musical influences, making them a rising force in the contemporary music scene.
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On this weeks show I welcome Joseph Grillo (also known as Sid Jagger) of HER HEAD'S ON FIRE. Joe may be best know for his first band the fantastical post-hardcore outfit GARRISON. Since then Joe has kept busy, forming and playing in number of bands along the way, such as JUDAS KNIFE, I HATE OUR FREEDOM, and GAY FOR JOHNNY DEPP to name a few. In Joe's newest band he is joined Jeff Dean (The Bomb, guitar), Rodrigo Palma (Saves The Day, bass), and Jeff Gensterblum (Small Brown Bike and Able Baker Fox, drums) — it’s easy to see why Grillo is stoked on creating music again. This is a lineup loaded with deep experience in some of the most beloved emo and post–hardcore bands of the past three decades. “Supergroup” feels like a decidedly un–punk term, but it’s a descriptor that fits the band’s collective resume. Join Joe and as we discuss his wild journey through life and music.
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Founded in Chula Vista, indie/alt Los Saints features all first-generation Mexican-Americans, including frontman Angel Mariscal, guitarist Gianluca Exposito, and drummer Emiliano Garcia. Los Saints is a fairly new operation. They released an EP, Welcome To Confusion, in 2022, and have now moved on to the long form. Their music is a melancholy sort of alt pop rock that tends to undulate.
The band's debut full-length Certified is due July 26, 2024 via ENCI Records, preceded so far by a single and video for "Faded" as well as singles for "Never Said," "If Everything Goes," and "Doctor."Thanks for listening!!! Please Follow us on Instagram @hiddentracks99
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STANDARDS is a two-piece math rock band fronted by guitarist Marcos Mena and featuring drummer Forrest Rice (mem. Covet). The pair boast a fruitful combination of musical chops and catchy guitar-driven melodies which has garnished popularity among fans who laud STANDARDS for their uniquely danceable brand of complex instrumental rock. Their self-described "fruity" melodies and technical musicianship have earned them somewhat of a cult following over the years, owed in part to Mena's proclivity for guitar-based video content. But the band's ebullient songwriting is the true source of their popularity among guitar-music fans, who laud standards for their uniquely danceable brand of complex instrumental rock.
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On this weeks episode I welcome Jay and Nicole of OWLS & LIONS. Owls & Lions is a folk rock band from Northern New Jersey. They are known for their unique blend of folk, rock, and pop music. The band was formed by singer-songwriter Jay Della Valle and violinist Nicole DeLoi. The band has gained a loyal following for their heartfelt lyrics and catchy melodies. Owls & Lions have a sound that is both nostalgic and modern, drawing inspiration from classic folk and rock artists while adding their own contemporary twist. Their music is often characterized by intricate harmonies, acoustic guitar, and thoughtful storytelling.
You can catch Owls & Lions live in store at HIDDEN TRACKS RECORDS in Boonton, NJ on July 17th!!!!!!!! Get your tickets now before they are all gone!Thanks for listening!!! Please Follow us on Instagram @hiddentracks99
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