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Album Premiere: Light Reading by The Earthly Frames

7 January 2019

Veteran musician Gabriel Walsh (The Solililans, Timesbold, more) ushers in his heady second psych/electronic/rock LP as The Earthly Frames.

The Flesh Eaters - Photo Credit: FrankLeeDrennen

Song Premiere: "Black Temptation" by The Flesh Eaters

4 January 2019

Renowed veteran punk rock outfit The Flesh Eaters (featuring members of X, The Blasters, and more) have reunited on an electrifying new album via Yep Roc.

LoFi Satellites - Photo Credit: Marc Belluomini

Song Premiere: "Static" by LoFi Satellites

3 January 2019

Californian indie psych-/alt-rock band LoFi Satellites beam down a melodic, gritty track from their upcoming EP.

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Song Premiere: "Face Off" by I Am A Rocketship

2 January 2019

Altanta-based electronic/rock duo I Am A Rocketship deliver a potent and alluring genre-hybrid single from their upcoming 2nd LP.

Pas Musique - Photo Credit: Chris Carlone

Song Premiere: "A Finnish Bedtime Story" / "Electronic Brain" by Pas Musique

2 January 2019

Brooklyn-based, French-named electronic collective Pas Musique release two new tunes from their upcoming LP out via NYC’s Alrealon Musique.

"Theresa" by Cabinet of Millionaires

Video Premiere: "Theresa" by Cabinet of Millionaires

1 January 2019

British agit-electro outfit Cabinet of Millionaires comes out a winner with a pointedly relevant video featuring a Theresa May puppet.

The Room in the Wood

NEWS: New sci-fi-inspired EP out from British act The Room in the Wood

1 January 2019

British indie folk/rock band The Room in the Wood (Paul Cavanagh and Dave Jackson) have landed with a socio-politically relevant EP.

Big Tide

NEWS: New Single from British indie rock outfit Big Tide

1 January 2019

British indie rock band Big Tide, led by long-time musician Ben Thomas, release a chiming-guitar single from their upcoming debut LP.

Dani Bell & The Tarantist - Photo Credit: Kristy Walker

Song Premiere: "Free" by Dani Bell & The Tarantist

31 December 2018

San Diego-based indie rock band Dani Bell & The Tarantist release an alluring hip-hop/psych-pop hybrid off their upcoming LP.

J Hacha De Zola - Photo Credit: Robin Souma

Song Premiere: "On A Saturday" by J Hacha De Zola

29 December 2018

New Jersey-based wild musician J Hacha De Zola showcases just one facet of his diverse sound on a whirling cha-cha-cha number.

NEWS: Atmospheric ambient-rock artist Leava drops a new EP

28 December 2018

Seattle-based Simon Nicol, the man behind the moniker, experiments with sounds and techniques on his debut EP.

Phonseca - Photo Credit: Sarah Davis

Song Premiere: "Wait For Me" by Phonseca

27 December 2018

Bristol, England-based electronica artist Matthew O’Connor is set to release his electro-ambient debut album as Phonseca.

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Video Premiere: "Merritt Parkway" by Slum Summer

26 December 2018

U.S./U.K. indie rock-pop band Slum Summer get heavy (metal and psychedelic) on a foreboding, Black Sabbath-like song and video.

SOAK - Photo Credit Ellius Grace

NEWS: Irish singer-songwriter SOAK shares poignant cover song for Christmas

24 December 2018

SOAK, AKA Bridie Monds-Watson, releases a new video for her cover of Chris Rea’s holiday classic and announces a few U.S. shows.

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NEWS: Indie folk artist Craig Cardiff covers the Pogues' Christmas classic

24 December 2018

“Fairytale of New York” comes to life once again in this delightful cover that features Craig Cardiff and guest vocalist Ciara Lofaro.

Charlie Laurence of Coach Hop - Photo courtesy of Charlie Laurence

NEWS: Alt-pop/rock band Coach Hop drop new Christmas single

24 December 2018

The British band Coach Hop, led by Florida-raised Charlie Laurence, deliver a lyrically naughty, but sonically nice single for the holiday season.

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Big Takeover #83 (Alvvays cover) Out Now! Super holiday Gifts! Order - Subscribe – Renew!

23 December 2018

Cool gifts just in time for the holidays, including Big Takeover magazine subscriptions and back issues (even the big enchilada, complete set 1980-2018)! Plus six children’s sizes for our T-Shirts (to go with several Men’s and Women’s sizes) in three colors, as well as our Big Takeover Beer Cozies and (signed if you like) Color 30th Anniversary Festival Posters!

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Video Premiere: "Glide" by Gina Graves

21 December 2018

Dreamy indie folk/piano-pop singer-songwriter Gina Graves unveils a delightful stop-motion/hand-drawn video for an uplifting single.

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Video Premiere: "Lady of a Thousand Sorries" (live) by Gideon King & City Blog

20 December 2018

New York City jazz-rock collective Gideon King & City Blog offer up a soulful, flowing cut from their recent hybrid-genre second LP.

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Song Premiere: "Headstrong" by Viking Moses

20 December 2018

Baltimore-based singer-songwriter/musician Viking Moses (AKA Brendon Massei) showcases his spare, troubadour style on a new track.

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Video Premiere: "Just Passing By" by Anton Barbeau

19 December 2018

Renowned psychedelic pop-rocker Anton Barbeau unveils an engaging video for a dynamo track off his latest LP from earlier this year.

Hawk and Dove

Song Premiere: "A Medication List" by Hawk and Dove

18 December 2018

Brooklyn indie rock collective Hawk and Dove drop a lyrically harrowing, Krautrock track off their upcoming personal album.

Van Duren - Photo courtesy of Omnivore Recordings

Song Premiere: "Andy, Please" by Van Duren

17 December 2018

A new documentary and soundtrack shines a light on 1970s power-pop/rock artist Van Duren (Baker Street Regulars, Good Question).

Zach Gabbard of Sunday Fed Creek Birds - Photo Credit: Erin Volk Gabbard

Song Premiere: "Say It's OK" by Sunday Fed Creek Birds

14 December 2018

Zach Gabbard of American rock band Buffalo Killers collaborates with various artists on an engaging series of singles as Sunday Fed Creek Birds.

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Video Premiere: "The Season" by Tiny Kingdoms

13 December 2018

Chicago indie/alt-rock band Tiny Kingdoms releases a merry house party video for their bittersweet and wistful holiday-themed single.

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Song Premiere: "Every Living Thing" by Young Hunting

13 December 2018

L.A.-based dream-pop/indie folk band Young Hunting unveil a lyrically personal psych-soul single from their upcoming second album.

Jason T. Lamoreaux of The Corrupting Sea - live - Photo Credit: M. Cody McPhail

Album Premiere: Ghosts by The Corrupting Sea

12 December 2018

Soundscape music project The Corrupting Sea (AKAJason T. Lamoreaux) unveils a trance-like meditation on the past and hopeful future.

Norman Salant

NEWS: New Album from NYC-based singer-songwriter Norman Salant

11 December 2018

NYC-based veteran singer-songwriter Norman Salant (known as an innovative avant-pop saxophonist) releases a rich and vivid LP.

Allister Thompson of Twilight Fields

NEWS: Singer-songwriter Twilight Fields release "Demagogue" single

11 December 2018

Canadian singer-songwriter Twilight Fields (AKA Allister Thompson) releases a politically-charged single from his upcoming LP.

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Song Premiere: "Projectors" by James and the Transmission

11 December 2018

L.A.-based rock ‘n’ roll band James and the Transmission unleash a fiery and dynamic track from their upcoming second EP.

HOLY WOW!

Song Premiere: "Hey Dragon" by HOLY WOW!

11 December 2018

Electronic rock music project HOLY WOW! (AKA NYC music scene fixture Dmitry Wild) delivers a pumped-up, melodic-noise cut.

Pablo Dylan

Video Premiere: "Undone" (Performance Video) by Pablo Dylan

10 December 2018

Pablo Dylan (grandson of legend Bob Dylan) comes into his own, delivering an entrancing insightful, storytelling live performance video.

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Album Premiere: Regicide EP by Pathetic Fallacy

7 December 2018

Central NJ-based metal/hardcore band Pathetic Fallacy release an aggressive, melodic, and socio-politically relevant EP.

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Song Premiere: "It's Christmas Time" by Dad Brains

6 December 2018

SoCal punkers Dad Brains (who are all dads) team up with Philly Ramones cover band Ramoms (who are all moms) for a fun ‘n’ furious holiday 7”.

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Video Premiere: "Somewhere" by Silent Carnival

6 December 2018

Italian dark folk/post-rock music project Silent Carnival (led by Marco Giambrone) releases a video for a meditative downtempo single.

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Video Premiere: "L I E" by Tennis System

5 December 2018

Acclaimed post-punk band Tennis System unleash a exhilarating performance video for their thrillingly propulsive and abrasive single.

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Video Premiere: "Calling Your Name" by Parabola West

4 December 2018

New Zealand-residing American and Celtic/Nordic-influenced singer-songwriter Parabola West unveils a mysterious fairytale noir video.

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Video Premiere: "Words are Faith and Water" by Perpacity feat. Neil Francis

3 December 2018

Electronic duo Perpacity drops a heartfelt and joyous symphonic pop single/video featuring vocalist/radio DJ Neil Francis on uplifting vocals.

Coach's Son - Photo Credit: Sean Varga Photography

Album Premiere: I Don't Know Much About Art, But I Know What Makes Me Mad EP by Coach's Son

30 November 2018

New Jersey punk rock band Coach’s Son releases a passionate, vulnerable, and dynamic debut EP via Jetsam-Flotsam.

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Album Premiere: Le Déséquilibre Originel EP by Alpha Du Centaure

30 November 2018

French post-rock band Alpha du Centaure release a vivid, dynamic, and transporting second EP that showcases their evolution in sound.

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Album Premiere: Destroy Beautiful Things by The Planets Won't Let You Sleep Tonight

29 November 2018

The vibrant, mesmerizing debut LP from electronic/pop artist Kasson Crooker and the late Sonja Eve Tea is finally released and serves as Sonja’s legacy.

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Video Premiere: "People To Take Care Of" (live) by Quentin Sauvé

29 November 2018

French musician/singer-songwriter releases a live performance video that showcases his heartfelt, light vocals and post-rock/folk sound.

Fairy Bones - Photo Credit: Marisa Silva

Video Premiere: "I'm Fine" by Fairy Bones

28 November 2018

Phoenix punk/indie rock band Fairy Bones unveils an animated video for a lyrically powerful and emotive single from their second LP.

Darwin's Finches - Photo Credit: Richard Tomcala

Song Premiere: "Hosea!" by Darwin's Finches

28 November 2018

Texan psych/garage rock band Darwin’s Finches delivers a tense and compelling track off their upcoming LP on Artificial Head Record & Tapes.

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Video Premiere: "Mirror Song" by Burning House

27 November 2018

British noisegaze (alt-rock and shoegaze) trio Burning House unveil a video for a potent and transporting single off their upcoming LP.

High Praise

Song Premiere: "Avalanched" by High Praise

27 November 2018

Matt Traxler of renowned ’90s emo/rock band Brandtson teams up with Kevin Fagan of S.S.&C. for a new instrumental post-rock project.

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Song Premiere: "California Steamer" (live) by GospelbeacH

26 November 2018

GospelbeacH (co-founded by Brent Rademaker of Beachwood Sparks) release a spirited and engaging live track from their upcoming LP.

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Video Premiere: "For You" by Ben Millburn

26 November 2018

Ben Millburn and his band, just off a U.S. tour, release the last narrative video for a bluesy Americana tune off their recent LP.

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Big Takeover #83 (Alvvays cover) About to Ship! (Super Holiday, Birthday, or other Gifts! Order - Subscribe – Renew) Subscribers: Update Your Address ASAP!

24 November 2018

Good news! Big Takeover #83 Fall 2018 issue with Alvvays on the cover has been completed and will be out shortly! And there’s still time for the perfect holiday (or birthday, or other) gift: Big Takeover magazine subscriptions and back issues (like the big enchilada, complete set 1980-2018)! Plus six children’s sizes for our T-Shirts (to go with several Men’s and Women’s sizes) in three colors, as well as our Big Takeover Beer Cozies and (signed if you like) Color 30th Anniversary Festival Posters!

Strange Monsters

Album Premiere: Strange Monsters II or How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Strange Monsters

23 November 2018

Pittsburgh-based indie rock band Strange Monsters brings their wit and grit to a hard-hitting to mellower LP out next week via Pyrrhic Victory Recordings.