Brooklyn trio The Fluids and their Talking Heads-esque debut single "Creatures" turned lots of heads (pun intended) after the tune's release in September. Since then, the band drip fed their fans songs from their debut album No Kidding!, which was just released October 27th via Axis Mundi Records. The post punk sound that the band has honed in on so perfectly has also gotten comparisons to the likes of Bowie and Echo & The Bunnymen. One listen to the album and you'll pick up on those nostalgic nods in lead singer Mike Tony's vocals and their punchy guitar melodies. In celebration of the album being released last month, Mike and lead guitarist Cooper Formant put together a track by track of the record. Check it out below!
Photo by Jordan Kuyper
The Fluids is Cooper Formant, Mike Tony, and Nick DeMolina
"Lines"
Mike: Maybe our most dynamic song, and one of my faves to play live.
Cooper: This is one of the ones where Mike sounds like a kid performing a rock opera for his sister and her friends in the basement as a teen...in a good way. This riff is pretty bluesy.
"Sign N Drive"
Mike: Catchy little song that really came together once Cooper introduced his guitar line.
Cooper: This is the Miller Lite of the songs on No Kidding! The first few seconds are like cracking a cold light beer. It's hard for me not to picture Mike's aunt dancing in the front row at our shows when I hear this one.
"New Land Sale"
A statement of intent. An anthem to kneel to.
"Midnight"
I needed a slow song for our live sets and I wanted a chance to shred a solo over some airy synths.
"Creatures"
A party song. But not a party I particularly want to go to.
"Heavy Door"
A big Bruce-esque power jam that culminates with an apropro sax solo
"Favorite Gun"
Mike: A last minute addition to the album - a reckless, unhinged sprint.
Cooper: I imagine we are riding through the desert night in a convertible with Mike's dad and Adrian Grenier on our way to Vegas.
"Turnt"
A straight up blitz. Cooper’s guitar gives me goosebumps.
"Just Like Me"
A cathartic track, in terms of content and placement on the album.
"On Ice"
It’s like eating a McFlurry after a Big Mac meal.
Listen to No Kidding! in full below, and keep up with The Fluids on social media: Facebook// Twitter // Instagram
New Music Friday this week has new tracks from some of the best! In the pop realm, VERITE and Allie X teamed up for pulsating dance track, while best friend duo Overcoats released brand new single "I Don't Believe In Us." Other new singles include Pinegrove's first single since their 2016 album, and Twin Peaks November dose of the Sweet '17 Singles. On the albums front, LA rockers Holy Wars and UK singer Banners have EPs out, while Shamir has put out sophomore release Revelations. Our pals Sedegwick also put out their debut album (which you can read more about here). Tune in to all that and more below!
Motion Cntrl- "In The Dream"
Verite and Allie X- "Casanova"
Overcoats- "I Don't Believe In Us"
Pinegrove- "Intrepid"
Ron Gallo and Naked Giants- "Sorry Not Everybody is You" and "The Age Of Information"
Denver grunge band Stereoshifter have a brand new single, called "Take A Ride" out today! Get your first listen to the track below!
Catch Stereoshifter performing live at the following tour dates for the rest of the year. They're doing a hometown show to celebrate the single release, and then they'll be on the east coast.
11/3 3 Kings, Denver with Ramonda Hammer
12/15 at Bowery Electric, NYC with LuLu Lewis
12/16 at The Tusk, Philly with The Cryptkeeper Five
The band also recently released an EP called Whatever It Is To You, which you can listen to in full below!
This week's New Music Friday is packed with some hidden gems, like debuts from some of our favorite powerhouse vocalists, YEBBA and Skela. Both singer-songwriters from New York City have released new music this week; Skela in the form of her debut EP, and YEBBA releasing her official first single. Although it's her first single, the latter has already gotten attention from the likes of Ed Sheeran and Bastille. Speaking of debuts, Clay Frankel of Twin Peaks and Home-Sick premiered the debut track of their new project Grapetooth. To Kill a King, Misterwives, Mansionair, and more also released new tracks today, while Julien Baker and John Maus put out stunning new albums. Tune into all that and more below!
Yebba Smith- "Evergreen"
Gavin James-"Hearts On Fire"
To Kill a King- "The Unspeakable Crimes of Peter Popoff"
Lots of bops in this week's New Music Friday! On the singles front, both MGMT and Liza Anne have made long awaited comebacks with "Little Dark Age" and "Paranoia." Our favorites The Fluids have drip fed another new single from their upcoming album, called "New Land Sale," and Matt Woods has also dropped yet another single. Chicago band Sedgewick also teased their upcoming album with new song "Red Moon" in advance of their free in-store performance at Shuga Records this weekend. On the album front, Bully released their sophomore album Losing today. Tune in to all that and more below!
This week's New Music Friday is packed with the goods...especially from some hometown bands. Chicago's own Melkbelly and Pool Holograph both released new albums, while Modern Vices put out a new song. You can catch Melkbelly celebrating the release at The Hideout tonight, and Pool Holograph is playing a free show at Schubas on Monday. Courtney Barnett and Kurt Vile's highly anticipated collab album is also finally here, along with new records from the legends Beck and St. Vincent. On the singles front, pop queens Emily Warren, Bishop Briggs, and DAGNY all put out new tracks this week. Our new favorites from NYC, The Fluids, teased their upcoming album as well with a new track, and our pals Foreign Air put out their first song since April. Yoke Lore and Cara Salimando also released stunning covers, putting their own touch on popular songs. Tune into all that and more below!
Modern Vices- "If Only"
Cara Salimando- "Nothings Gonna Hurt You Baby" (Cigarettes After Sex Cover)
The Chicago-via-Madison trio Thompson Springs released their new EP Fond Regards on August 10th. Grooving guitar riffs and infectious rock melodies guide the five-track EP, which features Wilco's Pat Sansone and was mixed by Rob Laakso of Kurt Vile and the Violators. The trio, composed of Matt Smith, Andy Goitia, and Jacob Bicknase also recently recorded a live version of one of the tracks, "Overloadin' My Heart," at a Veltway Session. To celebrate their European tour, we're bringing you the exclusive first look at their session here.
Thompson Springs' European tour starts Wednesday. See all of the dates below.
Last week, we also caught a live set from Thompson Springs at Subterranean. Check out some portraits and live shots from that show here. Photos by Catalina Florea
Lots of great music out this week from some of our favorite artists! Aquilo, who will be in town on Tuesday, have a harmonic and hypnotizing new single out. On the local front, Chicago's Twin Peaks put out their final double singles of the year, while new band Town Criers released their debut single "Rip It Up." Another fresh face, Isador, debuted his first single "Falling" earlier in the week. On the album front, Alex Lahey, Frida Sundemo, and Rationale both finally released their highly anticipated debut albums. Start your weekend by tuning into all that and more below!
This week's New Music Friday brings singles from all across the genre-sphere. Courtney Barnett and Kurt Vile have released another collaborative single to tease their upcoming album, while sultry songwriter BANKS has put out a one-off single. Rockers Bully also teased their upcoming album with their newest single, and songwriter Ezra Furman released a new single accompanied by a new music video, which he dedicated to Heather Heyer. On the album front, our friends in Lucille Furs have dropped their long awaited debut album, which they will be celebrating tonight at the Virgin Hotel. Wolf Alice returned with their promising sophomore album and Barns Courtney has finally released a debut album after touring consistently for years. Florist and Torres also have stunning new records out today...Listen to all that and more below!
Courtney Barnett & Kurt Vile- "Continental Breakfast"
Although it's been a hot week in Chicago, Brooklyn based trio Monogold helped us get ready for inevitable Fall weather by composing their own Fall playlist, featuring some of their favorite songs of the season. Give it a listen and check out the band's commentary below!
Black Sabbath - "Children of the Grave" - It has grave in the title.
The Sundays - "You're Not the Only One I Know" - We've always listened to this record on our fall tours.
Pixies - "Motorway to Roswell" - It has a sci-fi B movie feel. makes us think of Ed Wood
Sonic Youth - "Hoarfrost" - Sonic youth always seems like a band you should be listening to while wearing a flannel. It's flannel season, baby.
Pretenders - "Don't Get Me Wrong" - CVS. 1993. waiting in line holding your mom's hand buying huge bags of candy.
Follow Monogold on their social media, and listen to their latest single "Feelers" below! Their new album Babyfood will be out this Friday, 9/29.
Tons of new tunes out today! Indie pop singer Maggie Rogers released a "parting gift" single before she retreats from touring and the limelight to work on an album, while British rockers The Hunna released their first piece of music since their 2016 debut album. Fellow Brits Wolf Alice and Barns Courtney have released new singles from their upcoming albums, and Banners put out the lead single from his upcoming EP. Speaking of EPs, The Lemon Twigs and Space4Lease both put out their highly anticipated EPs today. On the album front, it's a great day for Chicago because local favorites Knox Fortune and Jude Shuma released their debut albums. Listen to all of that and more below!
New Music Friday this week bring new singles from lots of our favorites! To Kill a King released a new original single following a few covers, and Space4lease released their final single from their new EP. MUNA and NAO both put out their first singles following up their latest albums, and Cut Worms has also announced a new EP with a debut single. On the album front, Hippo Campus has a new EP out, while Ariel Pink and Angus & Julia Stone put out full LPs. Get your weekend started by listening to all that and more below!
So many new albums out today! The National have their first album out since 2013, and Alvvays put out their sophomore album to follow up their debut in 2014. The Belle Game and Zola Jesus's new albums have a dreamy ethereal vibe, while Nothing But Thieves bring on the jamming with their 15-track album. Lomelda and Joseph also have new records out, just to name a few. Even Twin Peaks: The Return has put out a soundtrack following the series finale on Sunday, which features artists like Sharon Van Etten, Nine Inch Nails, and Eddie Vedder. On the singles front, there's everything from the hyped up, long awaited return of Sam Smith to the debut single from a brand new artist, Anna Leone. Local legends Twin Peaks have also released the next double single of their Sweet '17 Singles series. Beck is back with the catchy track "Up All Night," while Spinning Coin released "Sleepless," the lead single from their upcoming debut album. Aquilo, St. Vincent, and Matt Woods also have stunning new singles. No matter what your music taste is, there's something for everyone this week. Tune into it all below!
This week's New Music Friday features a few great albums, like The Babe Rainbow and Daughter's new records...but the focus this week is on all the new singles! Bully has made their long awaited return with "Running" to announce their new album out 10/20. Michigander and Benjamin Francis Leftwhich both released heartfelt, mellow singles today, while Zola Jesus, Frida Sundemo, and Skott's new singles highlight their hypnotizing and ethereal vocals. Aussie singer-songwriters Alex Lahey and Courtney Barnett both have new laid back songs out this week, the latter collaborating with Kurt Vile. ROZES gets the weekend vibes going with her anthemic pop tune "Girls on Boys." For all that and more, tune in below!
Lots of new music out this week; From local favorites to long awaited albums, this week's New Music Friday is all over the spectrum. Chicago's ownLucille Furs and Jude Shuma have both debuted singles from upcoming albums, and new artists BAUM and MK.Gee have both released their second singles. All time ANCHR favorites To Kill a Kingreleased a new cover of "Cigarette," and new favorites Space4Leasereturn with another new track, "If It's True." On the album front, Brand New's surprise album that arrived last week is finally on Spotify this week. Gordi, together PANGEA, Widowspeak and more also have new albums out. Tune in below for all those and more!
Lucille Furs- "Our Lady of Perpetual Frustration"
To Kill a King- "Cigarette" (Marika Hackman Cover)
Lots going on for this week's New Music Friday! In addition to new singles from Alvvays, Varsity, Gordi, and Farebrother, Bastille have released an Orchestreal version of Green Day's "Basket Case." On the new album front, King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard have teamed up with Mild High Club for a collaborative album, and our pals Gang of Youths have released their long awaited album. Listen to all that and more below!
Alvvays- "PLIMSOLL PUNKS"
Rose Gray- "Ring The Alarm"
Varsity- "Settle Down"
Farebrother-"Rewind"
Bastille- "Basket Case" (Green Day Cover)
Julien Baker- "Appointments"
Gordi- "Bitter End"
Blaenavon- Prague '99 EP
Everything Everything- A Fever Dream
Gang of Youths- Go Further in Lightness
King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard/Mild High Club- Sketches of Brunswick East
Lots of singles out this week from across all corners of the genre-sphere, including releases from JSPH, Space4lease, Skela, Matt Woods, and more! On the album front, The Districts' new record is out today, as well as the long awaited return from Kesha! No matter what kind of song you're in the mood for, this New Music Friday playlist has a little something for everyone. Tune in now!
Lots of singles out this week, including a few long-awaited comebacks, as well as some albums guaranteed to be staples of the summer! Singles include the first release fromCompany of Thievesin 6 years and the first release from BØRNS this year. We're also really digging the new single and video from the NYC bandLate Night Episode (check them out if you like Imagine Dragons and Bear Hands).Coast Modern released their debut album, Arcade Fire released the follow up to their 2015 album today, and Joywave are also back with some new content (pun intended). Tune in to all the new music for this week below!
Tune in below to check out which new music we'll be diving into this weekend. With new singles from Summer Salt and Billie Eilish to albums from Declan McKenna and Chicago's own Skip Church and Today'sHits, there's a little something for everyone in this week's New Music Friday!
Skott- "Mermaid"
Nothing But Thieves- "Sorry"
Smallpools- "Passenger Side"
Billie Eilish-"idontwannabeyouanymore"
Summer Salt- "So Polite" and "Prickly Pear"
The War On Drugs- "Strangest Thing"
Dan Croll- Emerging Adulthood
Declan McKenna- What Do You Think About the Car?
Lana Del Rey- Lust For Life
Skip Church - Out Of Tune, In Touch With The Devil
New Music Friday is upon us again! Twinsmith's perfect-for-summer album Stay Cool is finally out, along with albums from some of our other favorites like Japanese Breakfast and Sheer Mag. Billie Eilish and The Sometimes Island also have new singles out! Tune in to all the new releases now...
Billie Eilish- "Copycat"
Space4lease- "Must Be Something"
The Sometimes Island-"Bad People"
Luke Rathborne "Don't Call Me Baby" & "I Wish I Was A Bird"
Zola Jesus- "Soak"
Vance Joy- "Lay It On Me"
Waxahatchee- Out in the Storm
Sheer Mag- Need To Feel Your Love
Japanese Breakfast- Soft Sounds From Another Planet
