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When Trumpet Solo formed last year, they quickly became a curiosity as they performed outside of the metal scene, at venues like Tokyo Gardens and Audieâs Olympic. It seems that the (Fresno) local indie rock scene has adopted them as one of their own.This metal trio was formed by singer-songwriter and bassist Reid May, with his best friend, Nick Napoletano, on drums and his younger brother, Pierce May, on lead guitar.Trumpet Soloâs honest approach is what gives their music its full expression. On songs like âSwine Fluâ theyâre reminding people to choose their battles wisely, and to acknowledge the more relevant problems that affect the entire world.On their first recording, the band has already harnessed their vision and style, which can be a major challenge for a band of any genre. Their unique experiences mingling among artists of contrasting styles and ideas helped to illuminate their own.Trumpet Solo will be performing in San Francisco on Thursday, August 26th at Kimoâs with Albion and The Big Fold.(Read the entire interview originally published in Fresno's Undercurrent paper's August 2010 issue @ undercurrent.blogspot.com)
Diamonds Under Fire is the moniker used by Los Angeles based writer, singer & guitarist Vanessa Silberman. The Berkeley Californian born singer/songwriter is headed back to where she sowed & planted her roots & will light up the stage at the 924 Gilman on Saturday Sept. 18.Diamonds Under Fireâs live show has been described as âangsty, anthemy grunge rock of the 90s, made sounding fresh and newâ by La Buzz Blog. Music critic Rob DeWalt from the Santa Fe Pasatiempo Weekly musically said, "Her breathy voice stirs up comparisons to a really bitter (ok, pissed off) Sarah McLachlan. Think of L7 -- if L7 knew how to write well and arrange a string section."
Oakland quartet Callow "comes on like the opposite of its namesake, with songs [that are] sparse but mesmerizing⦠elevated by lead singer Red Moses' assured vocals." (Monterey Weekly). Over the past year this motley foursome has been touring throughout the Western US, and polishing up the songs that will make up their first album. The Dark Album (a titled that reflects the mood of their music) is being recorded live, in analog, at Owl Site Recorders in Oakland, CA, and is slated for release at the winter of 2010. They have a slew of Bay Area shows this September-- visit www.callowtheband.com for details.
We carry the toruch for traditional heavy metal. After suffering through to many shows watching bands who stare at their shoes and proclaim that the music speaks for itself, while growling over drop d tuned sludge, we decided to bring something different to the game in SF. We pride ourselves on strong vocal melodies that compliment our heavy riffs and explosive rythms. We're fast, aggressive and put on a great live show! If you like beer and leather, you'll love Space Vacation!
20 Sided Records Presents...A Compilation Release Party August 27 - 28 Kimo's Penthouse Lounge 1351 Polk St, SF, CA. Pop to psych, surf to soul. Two nights packed with eclectic and stirring music exclusively from San Francisco bands. The Good Old Days Are Gone (and theyâre never coming back) is the first in a San Francisco independent music compilation series. 20 Sided Records, a start-up label based in San Francisco, is focused on helping local artists tour and release records.
SF's historic Red Devil Lounge is featuring a big night of underground Synth Rock, Electro and trip Wave with Audio Villain's "Return To Mono" performing songs off of their upcoming (Nov. 12th) release "Framebreaker" along with Trip Wave duo "Foreign Cinema", Synth Rockers "Sentinel" and new Dance Punks "Bring The Tiger" (feat. former members of FM Fatale and Peleoton).SF's Electronica / pop / rockers Return To Mono have been described as "Repositioning the proven hybrid of edgy female vocals & dark, grooving electronics used by Garbage, Portishead & Mechanical Birds." (Keyboard)Their upcoming full length debut Framebreaker (Audio Villain) is an Electronica Post Rock hybrid with undercurrents of lush spacey ambience, delivering crunchy beats, swirling guitars, deep electronic landscapes and "Full bodied vocals from Tanya Kelleher that just drip with sultriness."(Plug In)
Retro new wave music wrapped in enticing vocals, while layered over ripping guitars and synths, the San Francisco based Midnight Strangers perform their first headlining show at the Bottom of the Hill on September 1st. Vocals sound analogous to U2âs Bono in both lyrical depth and tenor.Jeff Kingsbury - SF StationA cool retro '80s sound. Tony DuShane - SF Gate (Chronicle) Electronic elements (that) are subtle and not overpowering... more indie than electronica.Kirsty Evans - East Bay Express
Tricycle Records re-releases 'Animal Shapes' by local synth pop trio, Geographer featuring two bonus track remixes by The Limousines and Wallpaper. Available Tuesday Aug. 17th on www.tricycle-records.comVoted one of three âUndiscovered Bands You Need To Hear Nowâ by SPIN Magazine"San Francisco's Geographer drops a pop-friendly but still quality jam, Kites. This is one of those crossover songs that will put this Bay-Area band on the map." -Ear blessings::Geographer will be playing a free In Store Performance at Amoeba Berkeley, Tuesday Aug. 17th- 6pm / all ages / free
Strip away the smoke and mirrors which conjure the foolishness of boasting and all you are left with is the sincerity of the songs. An understated humility is the sentiment behind The Better Maker, which has been fundamental in the development of the psychedelic-folk-gaze sound since 1999. Abiding in San Francisco since 2006, songwriter RM Fettes spent an era of wayward years performing with nothing but a guitar, bass, bells, or any instrument available, and his fondness for the the written word. "I wanted to translate truth into verse, similar to Arnaut Daniel or Pound. I am not Il Miglior Fabbro, but can only hope to pay it tribute through The Better Maker."
The band has endured these years with a rotating line-up of musicians, counting the likes of Matt Adams, Ian Hill and others. In 2009 The Better Maker released a comprehensive album titled, "All things are changing; nothing dies." and fixed the assemblage to include organist Isabel Magdaleno, drummer Mitch Skinner and bassist Carlos Delgado. Their unique sound has been showcased in many diverse venues with artists such as The Dutchess and the Duke, Chris Stoffolino, Paranoids, OK Go, Rank/Xerox and many more.
See the beauty, touch the magic Friday August 27 as The Better Maker is joined by friends, Singing Knives, 1lb. Giant and The Heated for an unprecedented spectacle of sonic dissonance that your heart might burst into blossom as a flowering rod.
Where: El Rincon 2700 16th Street, S.F. CA x Harrison Street When: Friday August 27 How Much: $5 Who: THE BETTER MAKER, www.thebettermaker.com SINGING KNIVES, www.myspace.com/singingknives 1Lb. Giant, www.myspace.com/odditorytheband THE HEATED, www.myspace.com/theheated by M. Fairweather, HSM
Most bands that succeed beyond the local level eventually do so with the aid of a manager. What does this person do, aside from collect a healthy cut of the money? We interviewed 2 NYC managers and 1 publicist with different experiences in the local scene to help us understand. by Paolo De Gregorio - read the article.
Protect Your Band's Name!
the name is what you are selling
The reputation and recognition of an artist's music is built around the artist's professional name, which is what consumers use to identify the artists they enjoy. Therefore, an individual artist or group pursuing a career in the music industry should take the necessary steps to protect his, her or its professional name. by Christopher R. Chase, Esq. - read the article.
College Radios Promotion
what can they do for your band?
In this day and age, we should be thankful that college radio still exists. While commercial frequencies pump the same boring playlists into every city, college radio provides unique, local voices to the airwaves and internet. - read the article by Liz Schroeter here.
Career Survival Guide
it's not just about the music
A music carreer IS all about surviving - at least in the early stages. This survival guide will help you think of different ways to keep your focus on building your brand and creating a path for success. If you think of yourself as your own small business, then the following information can become your personal marketing plan. - read on. - courtesy of BMI.
1. Recording: Home vs Studio
the question is: can YOU do it?
Indie producer/musician Bruce Kaphan(R.E.M., David Byrne, Red House Painters, American Music Club) analyzes pros and cons of recording the DIY way - read the article.
2. Choosing a Recording Studio
pick carefully + things to consider
What do you need to look for in a recording studio? In this article you'll find all the advice you need about equipment, engineers, rooms, rates, and ways of approaching the recording experience. by Paolo De Gregorio - read the article.
3. Planning Recordings
be prepared, have a budget
Steven Alvarado, a NYC studio manager provides precious advice on how to approach the recording of your CD. "When you enter the studio, have a plan. Map out what you want to accomplish each day so that you have a realistic idea of how much time you will need to complete your project. It's best to be as prepared as possible."by pdg - read the article.
4. Do You Need a Producer?
and: don't waste studio time!
Making a recording is a tangle of pragmatism, technology, alchemy and faith. As is the case with any creative venture, you cannot know what you'll get for your efforts until you go through the process; it's always a gamble. Having a plan and a budget can be really useful.by B. Kaphan - read the article.
5. Drums in the Studio
performance and recording tips
Drummers shouldn't miss this article! 4 Top NYC producers answer our questions on how to perform, hit, and tune the drums in recording situation. And... is your drummer tight and can he/she play to the click? by Paolo De Gregorio - read the article.
6. Ten Tips For Recording Guitars
from the pick to the amp
Recording guitars, although easy at first can be a challenge when you really want to achieve a great sound. Here are some helpful tips to improve your guitar recording chops. - by Shane O'Connor - read the article.
7. Recording Vocals
not as easy as you might think
Recording vocals might not seem alike the most challenging task when producing a CD, but this delicate and crucial process often ends up being quite draining and taking longer than expected - by Paolo De Gregorio - read the article.
8. Do You Need Mastering?
what it is and why it is!
Mastering is a process that not many emerging musicians are fully familiar with. One of the most succesfull NYC mastering engineer tells us all about this "secret" art.- by Paolo De Gregorio - read the article.
Festizio are about to release their second studio album, Hot City. In preparation for their album release at Café Du Nord on 10/17, the band is giving away free copies of the album to subscribers of their mailing list - http://bit.ly/hotcityepWith a more open and electronic sound, the band delves into ambiance, exhibiting a subtler and more nuanced sound in contrast to the raw, driving rock of their debut release. Recorded at Tiny Telephone in the lovely Mission. Apologies for speaking in third person. 
When Trumpet Solo formed last year, they quickly became a curiosity as they performed outside of the metal scene, at venues like Tokyo Gardens and Audieâs Olympic. It seems that the (Fresno) local indie rock scene has adopted them as one of their own.This metal trio was formed by singer-songwriter and bassist Reid May, with his best friend, Nick Napoletano, on drums and his younger brother, Pierce May, on lead guitar.Trumpet Soloâs honest approach is what gives their music its full expression. On songs like âSwine Fluâ theyâre reminding people to choose their battles wisely, and to acknowledge the more relevant problems that affect the entire world.On their first recording, the band has already harnessed their vision and style, which can be a major challenge for a band of any genre. Their unique experiences mingling among artists of contrasting styles and ideas helped to illuminate their own.Trumpet Solo will be performing in San Francisco on Thursday, August 26th at Kimoâs with Albion and The Big Fold.(Read the entire interview originally published in Fresno's Undercurrent paper's August 2010 issue @ undercurrent.blogspot.com) 
