Well, from April 29-May 1 NJ's biggest music festival will again blow the roof off of the garden state. The Bamboozle Festival is an annual celebration of the best music to hit or come out of New Jersey, and the 2011 lineup is quite mindblowing (to say the very least). So in the spirit of the Bamboozle, I thought I would share some music videos of my personal "must-see" performers on this year's roster.
1. Taking Back Sunday - Cute Without The 'E' (Cut From The Team)
2. The Gaslight Anthem - Great Expectations
3. 30 Seconds To Mars - Closer To The Edge
4. Anberlin - Paperthin Hymn
5. Frank Turner - I Still Believe
6. Gatsby's American Dream - Theater
7. Forever The Sickest Kids - She's A Lady
8. Mayday Parade - Jamie All Over
9. Senses Fail - Can't Be Saved
10. Streetlight Manifesto - We Will Fall Together
11. New Found Glory - My Friends Over You
12. Thrice - Stare At The Sun
And finally, the strangest dude with a piano there is....... Bo Burnham - Welcome To Youtube
Monday, February 28, 2011
Saturday, February 26, 2011
O.T.C. 5: You Look So Familiar
Hello everyone, just have a little fun factiod for you all that I found out about not too long ago and had to give myself the old facepalm for not noticing it. You've probably heard of the band Cobra Starship, the band made famous by their hit single "Bring It (Snakes On A Plane)" from the film Snakes On A Plane. I bet you didn't know that while Cobra Starship is based out New York, their lead singer Gabe Saporta is actually from Springfield, New Jersey and the former lead singer/bassist/lyricist of New Jersey pop-punk band Midtown. Now even if your not that big a fan of Saporta's current musical stylings don't let that stop you from checking out this amazing band, especially considering that Midtown's music was firmly within the spectrum of Pop/Jersey Punk (Unlike the varied and eclectic styles common to Cobra Starship). So to give you a taste of Midtown, we have the video for their song "Like A Movie". Sit back and enjoy!
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
O.T.C. 4: Jersey Forged Metal
I quick skim of my posts so far has led me to the conclusion that while New Jersey Has a talented and abundant pool of musicians, I have yet to feature or include any of the more metal leaning bands. So for your enjoyment, here is the music video for Middletown, New Jersey's own Symphony X. Let's see those heads banging!
Monday, February 21, 2011
"Making a Boardwalk Out of Philly Streets, New Jersey Becomes the New Atlantis"
*Purevolume Picks Round 1*
Well I've been shooting this way and that across the internet for a bit today, and I have a few local bands for your listening pleasure (courtesy of the always awesome Purevolume.com browse feature). This are in no particular order except as they were found, so give each one a fair chance and listen!
1. First up we have one of the bigger names to come out of the New Jersey music scene,The Early November. While this Hammonton, New Jersey band is currently on a self described "indefinite-hiatus", that hasn't lessened the impact of their considerable stock of previous work, or stopped them from making great music in various side and solo projects. If you've heard of I Can Make A Mess Like Nobody's Business, Ace Enders and a Million Different People, Jeff Kummer, Man Overboard, or Hellogoodbye you've felt the musical after effects of this band.
2. Next we have a group of hard working Pop-Punkers by the name of I Call Fives. Hailing from Washington Township, New Jersey these guys have been playing all over their home state as well as participating in and headlining countless tours across the United States. Currently they have two EP's in their discography ( First Things First and Bad Advice), as well as their recently released 7' split with New York band and show friends Rust Belt Lights. If your looking for high energy Pop Punk that can keep you looking up, check these guys out.
3. Another group of Pop Punk rockers to keep an eye on is the Mullica Hill, New Jersey band Major League. These guys have been playing shows and rocking ears since 2007, and have just released their first EP The Truth Is… this past November. With a refined sound and a fresh EP shipping out, I would not be suprised to hear big things out of these guys in 2011 and beyond. So give them a listen, so you can say you heard them first!
4. Finally we have the boys from the Gloucester City, New Jersey band Tsunami Rising. Formed in 2003 these guys have spent the last seven years bringing their sweet style of equal parts Rock, Punk, and Reggae to the music masses of their home state as well as those of their nieghbors to the Philly east and New York north. With the release of their 2007 full length The Exploration for an Explanation firmly under their belts, these Reggae/Punk rockers continue to play their hearts out at new shows across the area. So check them out for a shot of some raw-yet-smooth rock groove.
That's all for now. If you like what you hear from any of these talented groups remeber to grab some of their music or merch from either their online distributors or even better, from one of their shows. Remember folks, it's all about supporting the scene and most importantly keeping the tunes playing playing and the dream alive!
Cheers,
Matt
Well I've been shooting this way and that across the internet for a bit today, and I have a few local bands for your listening pleasure (courtesy of the always awesome Purevolume.com browse feature). This are in no particular order except as they were found, so give each one a fair chance and listen!
1. First up we have one of the bigger names to come out of the New Jersey music scene,The Early November. While this Hammonton, New Jersey band is currently on a self described "indefinite-hiatus", that hasn't lessened the impact of their considerable stock of previous work, or stopped them from making great music in various side and solo projects. If you've heard of I Can Make A Mess Like Nobody's Business, Ace Enders and a Million Different People, Jeff Kummer, Man Overboard, or Hellogoodbye you've felt the musical after effects of this band.
2. Next we have a group of hard working Pop-Punkers by the name of I Call Fives. Hailing from Washington Township, New Jersey these guys have been playing all over their home state as well as participating in and headlining countless tours across the United States. Currently they have two EP's in their discography ( First Things First and Bad Advice), as well as their recently released 7' split with New York band and show friends Rust Belt Lights. If your looking for high energy Pop Punk that can keep you looking up, check these guys out.
3. Another group of Pop Punk rockers to keep an eye on is the Mullica Hill, New Jersey band Major League. These guys have been playing shows and rocking ears since 2007, and have just released their first EP The Truth Is… this past November. With a refined sound and a fresh EP shipping out, I would not be suprised to hear big things out of these guys in 2011 and beyond. So give them a listen, so you can say you heard them first!
4. Finally we have the boys from the Gloucester City, New Jersey band Tsunami Rising. Formed in 2003 these guys have spent the last seven years bringing their sweet style of equal parts Rock, Punk, and Reggae to the music masses of their home state as well as those of their nieghbors to the Philly east and New York north. With the release of their 2007 full length The Exploration for an Explanation firmly under their belts, these Reggae/Punk rockers continue to play their hearts out at new shows across the area. So check them out for a shot of some raw-yet-smooth rock groove.
That's all for now. If you like what you hear from any of these talented groups remeber to grab some of their music or merch from either their online distributors or even better, from one of their shows. Remember folks, it's all about supporting the scene and most importantly keeping the tunes playing playing and the dream alive!
Cheers,
Matt
Wednesday, February 16, 2011
O.T.C. 3: History Lesson, Children!
For any Philly/Jersey music fan that wasn't in diapers in 1990, the Dead Milkmen should be a nostalgic slap to the cerebellum. These guys ripped up the Philly underground scene during the 1980's, and have overcome multiple personal and professional pitfalls to continue doing what they do best (that being, cracking jokes and ripping the underground apart!). So sit back and enjoy some good old fashion Punk that is confident enough that it doesn't need to take itself so seriously.
Sunday, February 13, 2011
O.T.C. 2 : Picture This At The Stone Pony
In addition to the deluge of photos taken of the talent during the day today, I also managed to snap a few shots of some cool little here-and-theres around the Stone Pony. Now I share some of these sights with you:
Some seriously sweet memorabilia floating around that place, if you didn't notice already.
Day 2: "I'm A Midnight Mile From Your Home"
Well folks, I've got some pretty awesome stuff for your listening and viewing pleasure this evening. I've just returned from my travels to the faraway land of Asbury Park, New Jersey and I bring you some news and pictures from the front lines of the The Break Contest (held at the historic mecca of NJ music, the Stone Pony.) The Break Contest is offering up the chance for one lucky band to win a slot on the main stage at The Bamboozle Festival, one of the east coast's premier festival events, as well as a whole van full of other life alteringly awesome awards. The bands that I got to see play today were (for the most part) all extremely talented in thier own rights, but three bands in particular stood out as heavy contenders for front-runner positions (to your humble blogger, at least.)
Many of the other bands that performed today were also exceedingly talented, so please check them out as well: The New Royalty, Shake That Bear, When Legends Die, and the hilarious disaster that was Cadaver Dance Party (sorry guys, but some of the stuff you were spitting would make Sam Kinison's stand up sound like a sermon.)
Well that's all for now, I'll be sure to update when the winners of the contest our announced. And good luck to the rest of the bands I unfortunately couldn't stick around to see, I will check you all out and spread the good words around when I get a second to grab a listen. Until next time, keep the radio turned up and the good vibes moving!
Cheers,
Matt
First off we had Fairfield, an alternative pop rock group hailing from Metuchen, NJ. With a very professional and poised showing these guys showed the Pony crowd they are out to make a real name for themselves, and have the talent and drive to to just that. Check them out at: http://www.myspace.com/fairfieldnj
Next up we had the Panic Switch, a group of Jersey Gents hailing from central New Jersey that has the makings of the next great hard rock ensemble to come out of the Garden State. Combining melodic vocals with some of the heaviest rock riffs this side of the Delaware, Panic Switch is the best of both old and new for fans of real, classic hard rock. Check out their stuff for yourself at: http://www.facebook.com/panicswitch#!/panicswitch?sk=info
And finally we come to the band that brought me up to this fine musical mixing pot, Marlton New Jersey's own Short Lived Affair! These five ladies not only delivered what was arguably the most energetic and skillfull showing of the day, but also attracted the most active crowd turnout and response to boot. With explosive guitar riffs, smooth bass lines, rabidly rocking percussion, and spot on vocals and harmonies, this crazy quintet delivers on their promises to save the world and melt faces. Today they made that delivery in thirty minutes or less, so why don't you check out the next big thing in New Jersey music: http://www.myspace.com/shortlivedaffair
Many of the other bands that performed today were also exceedingly talented, so please check them out as well: The New Royalty, Shake That Bear, When Legends Die, and the hilarious disaster that was Cadaver Dance Party (sorry guys, but some of the stuff you were spitting would make Sam Kinison's stand up sound like a sermon.)
Well that's all for now, I'll be sure to update when the winners of the contest our announced. And good luck to the rest of the bands I unfortunately couldn't stick around to see, I will check you all out and spread the good words around when I get a second to grab a listen. Until next time, keep the radio turned up and the good vibes moving!
Cheers,
Matt
Thursday, February 10, 2011
O.T.C. 1: Them New Brunswick Boys
Here we have my first O.T.C. (Off The Cuff) post, which will be posts consisting of links and some little blurbs to keep you entertained between big posts. So, considering this is my first little share session, I give you my personal idols The Gaslight Anthem, with their most recent video for their newest album's title track "American Slang". Watch out!:
Day 1: "Someday Your Folks Will Welcome Me"
Today marks the beginning of a bold new enterprise, one that will change the way the world sees New Jersey and the music that sorrounds and defines it......
Okay maybe I'm embellishing (just a bit), but this is the internet, what did you expect?
Anyway, back to the point: Welcome to my blog dedicated to all things music in New Jersey (and on occasion, Philadelphia). My name is Matt, your friend with all the facts, links, and updates you didn't even know you wanted. With New Jersey's strong and fertile music scene and it's dedicated family of fans, friends, and neighbors, I guarantee you that this blog will never leave you without a new song to hear or a new band to see. So sit back, relax, chat up myself and your fellow readers, and let's make this the hub for all things music and Jersey!
P.s. Each main post, like the tome you just read, will be named after something from a New Jersey song name or lyric. If you are the first person to name the source of the lyric or song, you'll get a cool shout out and your name on the wall of fame (coming soon).
Cheers,
Matt
Okay maybe I'm embellishing (just a bit), but this is the internet, what did you expect?
Anyway, back to the point: Welcome to my blog dedicated to all things music in New Jersey (and on occasion, Philadelphia). My name is Matt, your friend with all the facts, links, and updates you didn't even know you wanted. With New Jersey's strong and fertile music scene and it's dedicated family of fans, friends, and neighbors, I guarantee you that this blog will never leave you without a new song to hear or a new band to see. So sit back, relax, chat up myself and your fellow readers, and let's make this the hub for all things music and Jersey!
P.s. Each main post, like the tome you just read, will be named after something from a New Jersey song name or lyric. If you are the first person to name the source of the lyric or song, you'll get a cool shout out and your name on the wall of fame (coming soon).
Cheers,
Matt
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