Debut single "Stranger" from the upcoming Dead Halos EP.
New Tacoma Park Jam and Video
"John Harrison and Ben Felton, of the electro kosmische boogie outfit, Tacoma Park, consistently prove themselves to be some of the most experimental and exploratory artists working within their specific corner of the music world. On their latest long-form single, “What About Collage,” the duo recreated the freeform soundscapes that are hallmarks of their live shows within the studio. The results are outstanding." - Record Crates United
"John Harrison and Ben Felton, of the electro kosmische boogie outfit, Tacoma Park, consistently prove themselves to be some of the most experimental and exploratory artists working within their specific corner of the music world. On their latest long-form single, “What About Collage,” the duo recreated the freeform soundscapes that are hallmarks of their live shows within the studio. The results are outstanding." - Record Crates United
New Jphono1 single/video out today.
North Carolina-based psychedelic artist, Jphono1, gave us a little sample today of what to expect from his upcoming LP, We All Belong to Something Else, by releasing a colorfully abstract video for the record’s leading single,
“Switchblade Comb.” - Record Crates United
North Carolina-based psychedelic artist, Jphono1, gave us a little sample today of what to expect from his upcoming LP, We All Belong to Something Else, by releasing a colorfully abstract video for the record’s leading single,
“Switchblade Comb.” - Record Crates United
The new Cameron Stenger EP "Return"
New Analog Mountains is here!
The Nice EP is the Carrboro/Durham duo’s longest and most cohesive release to date, featuring five songs filled with technicolor synths, sparkling guitars, and melodic bass lines that live between the borders of synth-pop and post-punk.
Check out the "Memories of Snow" video here and the full EP on Bandcamp.
The Nice EP is the Carrboro/Durham duo’s longest and most cohesive release to date, featuring five songs filled with technicolor synths, sparkling guitars, and melodic bass lines that live between the borders of synth-pop and post-punk.
Check out the "Memories of Snow" video here and the full EP on Bandcamp.
North Elementary.......20 years, over 100 songs, 9 albums, 2 eps, 5 seven inches and over 350 shows...
but much more importantly...a new album!
"Everyone is a Piano"
Stream / Purchase / Share
but much more importantly...a new album!
"Everyone is a Piano"
Stream / Purchase / Share
Joshua Carpenter's new record, End of the Kicks, is out NOW! Featuring a slew of amazing guests including Tyler Ramsey, Julie Odell, Emily Easterly, Finn Cohen, J Seger, Billy Sheeran, Kevin Rumley, & Andy Woodward, the record might be the best album of Carpenter's stellar catalog.
"Carpenter’s one of those rare, enviable musicians that can switch instruments without breaking a sweat, a paragon of preternatural talent. Since 2011, he’s been quietly issuing majestic homespun records, playing, recording, and mixing everything himself. Carpenter’s songs feel like they’ve existed forever, swirling loosely in the ether until called forth the moment he picks up a guitar. End of the Kicks, his newest collection, is due out September 29 via Durham, NC label/collective PotLuck Foundation. It’s his best work yet, adding a gentle psychedelic shimmer to his classic songwriting." -Dash Lewis, Post Trash
"Carpenter’s one of those rare, enviable musicians that can switch instruments without breaking a sweat, a paragon of preternatural talent. Since 2011, he’s been quietly issuing majestic homespun records, playing, recording, and mixing everything himself. Carpenter’s songs feel like they’ve existed forever, swirling loosely in the ether until called forth the moment he picks up a guitar. End of the Kicks, his newest collection, is due out September 29 via Durham, NC label/collective PotLuck Foundation. It’s his best work yet, adding a gentle psychedelic shimmer to his classic songwriting." -Dash Lewis, Post Trash
New Tacoma Park "Singles: 2020 - 2022"
CDs feature custom made collage covers by Ben and John of Tacoma Park.
CDs feature custom made collage covers by Ben and John of Tacoma Park.
Happy that Good Folk have allowed us to partner with them to bring you their wonderful podcast.
Good Folk is a newsletter, podcast, and community project exploring storytelling, community, empathy, and artistry across rural America and the American South. Good Folk was created by writer and folklorist Spencer George and was inspired by her time working on-the-ground in rural arts communities in her home state of North Carolina. The project seeks to investigate and challenge stereotypes that artists exist solely in urban spaces, and to craft a new, collaborative narrative of the American South— one led by the voices who call it home.
Learn more about Good Folk and listen to the podcast at goodfolksonly.org and goodfolk.substack.com.
Good Folk is a newsletter, podcast, and community project exploring storytelling, community, empathy, and artistry across rural America and the American South. Good Folk was created by writer and folklorist Spencer George and was inspired by her time working on-the-ground in rural arts communities in her home state of North Carolina. The project seeks to investigate and challenge stereotypes that artists exist solely in urban spaces, and to craft a new, collaborative narrative of the American South— one led by the voices who call it home.
Learn more about Good Folk and listen to the podcast at goodfolksonly.org and goodfolk.substack.com.
Tacoma Park Self-Titled Double LP is OUT EVERYWHERE!
New Jphono1 jamz are here!
New jam from Tacoma Park.
New Scivic Rivers Is Out Everywhere!
Weird Year 2022
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New instrumental Jphono1 album "Low Key Companion" is out everywhere.
Video from Kellen Smith for "Stealing Space On Davie St.
"This song feels hazy and is as if something is drifting in and out of memory, constantly shifting. Like a dream that you aren't sure was real or not, but you can remember the emotions of that memory vividly. The type of memories that come up when you are deep in a walk with nothing else to distract your mind. Everything except the bookends is pulled from 8mm video tapes I have from friend's grandparents, so I ran with trying to take those tapes and make them as hazy and dreamlike as possible"
New Single "Against The Wheel" from Shelby Smoak of Bleeder
Kim Ware and The Good Graces have a new album for you.....Are you "Ready"!?!?
Nobody's Robot debut album is out!
New jam "Live Hoax" from Tacoma Park
Live Hoax from Ben Felton on Vimeo.
Happy Day......Three new Matt Southern singles are out!
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New collaboration album from Paling Light & Jphono1 is out.
Paling Light & Jphono1 video for "Spyhunter". Full collaboration album "Arcing Phase To Phase" out Friday March 18th
New BANGZZ Video
Surprise! Joshua Carpenter "Shoveler's Shoveler" is out now!!!
New Beautiful Analog Mountains
The lyrics for the single "After the Wave'' were mostly written by my friend and creative partner in Analog Mountains, Chris. This song is about the excitement and anticipation of expecting another child, but also about the worry of what we let go of, if only temporarily, to make space for loving and caring for another person. In the context of Chris's experience the other person is his unborn child, but I think that sentiment resonates for anyone anytime they truly commit to any kind of relationship. This one is extra special to me because it also features guest appearances from my longtime friends, Brad Porter (drums) and Joel Floyd (trumpet) who were also expecting kids as of the recording of this song. My partner, Chloe, also lent her beautiful voice and sense of harmony in a way that the verses feel more like a conversation between two people than the ruminations of one. I think everyone connected in an instant and magical way. I'm so happy that they brought their talents, and that I was able to share the experience of making this with them.
The b-side, "It Grows" is about the exact opposite of expecting a child, or starting a new relationship. It is about the sorrow and anxiety of knowing someone you love will die. It is a thing that all of us have or will have to deal with at some point. During this pandemic, it is something many of us have had to process maybe more frequently and intensely than we could have expected or prepared for. There is a dark cloud that hangs over normal daily interactions as we muddle through the fog of impending loss. This song also features a guest appearance from my old friend and former bandmate, Patrick O'Neill. Patty added these sweeping synths and arps to the song which just opened it up beautifully. His contributions led the song to a brighter note, like an exit from a dark cave. He has always been a person who can find the light, and I appreciate that so much because it is something I am not always able to do.
The b-side, "It Grows" is about the exact opposite of expecting a child, or starting a new relationship. It is about the sorrow and anxiety of knowing someone you love will die. It is a thing that all of us have or will have to deal with at some point. During this pandemic, it is something many of us have had to process maybe more frequently and intensely than we could have expected or prepared for. There is a dark cloud that hangs over normal daily interactions as we muddle through the fog of impending loss. This song also features a guest appearance from my old friend and former bandmate, Patrick O'Neill. Patty added these sweeping synths and arps to the song which just opened it up beautifully. His contributions led the song to a brighter note, like an exit from a dark cave. He has always been a person who can find the light, and I appreciate that so much because it is something I am not always able to do.