Author: The Music Matters

Indigo King
August 5th 2017
The Boathouse in Ossining, NY

Self proclaimed leaders of the Space Aquarium genre, Indigo Kingperformed to a packed house at The Boathouse last evening. Called back for no less than three encores, the band consists of four members. Liam Houghtaling, Josh Braunstein and, Faiz Lone, switch between guitar, vocal and drum duties while Danny Annibale holds everything down on the Rickenbacker bass. Performing tunes from their debut album Cloud Neon among others, the band (literally and figuratively) blew a fuse during their finale which included a brilliant cover of Franz Ferdinand’s “Take Me Out”. The group has performed key shows at famed venues such as Arlene’s Grocery, Garcia’s in addition to being a battle of the bands winner which gained them a spot in the prestigious Pleasantville Music Festival of 2016. The Music Matters will be following their future progress.

For more news/info on this exciting young band: http://indigokingband.com/

The Beatles proclaimed in their cover of the Bradford/Gordy classic Money – “The best things in life are free!”. That statement rang true last night at Madison Square Park when The Wild Reeds gave a free performance as part of the summer’s 2017 music series. In the middle of a nationwide tour to support their 2017 Dualtone Music Group release “The World We Built”, the group’s unique style of interweaving harmonies was in full effect throughout the set. For those who missed it, no fear. Promised last evening was a return trip to the Big Apple in November. Kudos (as always) to Pamnation for bringing this fine folk group to the attention of The Music Matters.

Fresh off his dominating performance at this past weekend’s Newport Folk Festival, last evening The Music Matters had the extreme pleasure of attending a NYC appearance at Rockwood Music Hall by London Folk artist L.A. Salami . First brought to our attention several months ago by promoter/curator Pamnation we anxiously awaited a local show and were not disappointed. One need not look further than his tune The City Nowadays to hear a story that is relevant, compelling, and told with superior wit .After the show, L.A. Salami was gracious enough to take the time with numerous fans in attendance to meet and greet. Kind, humble,talented. Take that in any order you please. The Music Matters Looks forward to return engagements and future recordings of this star on the rise.

Newport Folk Festival 2017
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Mt. Joy
Appearance time: Saturday July 29th 11:00 AM on the Harbor stage
Bandmates : Matt Quinn (Vocals/Guitar), Sam Cooper (Guitar) Michael Byrnes (bass), Sotiris Eliopoulos (drums), and Terrance Mack (keys)
Hometown: Philadelphia
Web: http://www.mtjoyband.com/
In anticipation of the recording their first full length album, Mt. Joy is a #mustsee at this year’s #NewportFolkFestival. Lush, yet subtle instrumentation, harmonious perfection are the signature of this #indiefolk. band from Philly. Brought to the attention of The Music Matters by promoter/curator Pamnation and hot off their dominating performance in 2017’s Bonnaroo hopefully they will showcase the new tunes from their upcoming release. We feel this a band to watch now, and in the future

Newport Folk Festival 2017
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Hurray for the Riff Raff
Appearance time: Friday July 28th 1:55 PM on the Fort stage
Current Home: New Orleans
#HurrayfortheRiffRaff is the musical vehicle for Alynda Segarra. Her life travels, and the influences derived from them make the band a #mustsee at this year’s #NewportFolkFestival. Her unique approach to #rootsrock brings a new consciousness to #folkmusic. Brought to the attention of The Music Matters by promoter/curator Pamnation, live the band will showcase their latest release on ATO Records #TheNavigator. For live preview check out their #Liveset, #Waverly and #2017SXSW performances online. Better yet, get down to Newport RI this weekend and see the band upfront and personal for yourself. Make sure you take the time to read her bios on Facebook, #spotify and their website. Alyndra’s #facinating and #intrigingstory is a #mustread

Newport Folk Festival 2017
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Blind Pilot
Appearance time: Friday July 28th 12:40 PM on the Fort stage
Bandmates : Israel Nebeker (vocals, guitar), Ryan Dobrowski (drums, percussion), Kati Claborn(various strings,percussion and vocals), Luke Ydstie,(bass,vocals) Ian Krist (vibraphone, percussion), Dave Jorgensen (trumpet,keys)
Hometown: Portland, OR
Web: http://www.blindpilot.com/
Newport Folk Festival is the first tour stop of 38 for these ATO Recordsrecording artists. Blind Pilot is a #mustsee at this year’s #NewportFolkFestival. Brightly colored, and deeply textured arrangements are the signature of this #indiefolk. band from Portland. Brought to the attention of The Music Matters by promoter/curator Pamnation. Live the band will in all probability showcase many tunes from their latest release And Then Like Lions. Sample some live tracks from their KEXP and NPR Tiny Desk appearances Better yet, get down to Newport RI this weekend and see them upfront and personal for yourself.
#risingtothetop #indie #indierock #portland #newport #soldout #rhodeisland#livemusic #festival #themusicmatters #pamnation

Newport Folk Festival 2017
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The Wild Reeds
Appearance time: Friday July 28th 12PM on the Harbor stage

Sunflower Bean Burger Records Beach Bash II on the beach at Coney Island !

The Music Matters took a trip into their old stomping grounds of Brooklyn last night to explore from one of the most exciting young bands on the indie scene today. Sunflower Bean ripped through their set in what most describe as a Psychedelia Punk fashion.Singer Julia Cumming is not only stunning but has a beautiful voice, and lock down bass style which fits in with Jacob Farber’s solid drumming. Nick Kilven’s ringing arpeggios and equally melodic vocals round out this trio. We look forward to watching this band grow. #follow them on tour with #thepixiescoming up. The Music Maters would love to see them do a solo date in our home of Westchester NY sooner rather than later

#indie #indiemusic #altrnativerock #psychedelicrock #sunflowerbean#themusicmatters

The Music Matters Summer 2017
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