Michael Rault ~ Pearl Charles ~ Born Losers Records
**All shows 21+—valid ID required** Doors: 7:00 PM Show: 7:30 PM Michael RaultMichael Rault’s second full-length, It’s A New Day Tonight, has its home in the darkness, like much rock and roll—many of its songs look at nocturnal activities, particularly sleep. “Sleeping and dreaming were attractive concepts,” says Rault. “I was looking for an escape from a lot of frustrating and dissatisfying conditions in my day-to-day life.”The Edmonton-born, Montreal-based singer-songwriter-producer began working on its songs in earnest after winding down the tour supporting his 2015 full-length Living Daylight, but getting to the point of having an album was a process. “It’s crazy to think it was that long ago that I started fully applying myself to the album—there were a lot of holdups along the way,” recalls Rault. “Musically it came out of a period of dissatisfaction, creatively and personally, as I found myself pushing against the limitations of my abilities and approaches to making music.”http://michaelrault.com/site/Pearl CharlesCharles has been playing music since she was 5 years old. At 18, she formed country duo The Driftwood Singers with Christian Lee Hutson, singing and playing guitar and autoharp. At 22, she joined garage rock band The Blank Tapes as drummer. After two fun-filled years immersed in the rock and roll lifestyle, she decided it was time to pursue her own songwriting, and began developing the songs that formed 2015′s eponymous debut EP. Drawn to poppy hooks and catchy choruses, Charles draws on what she loves about the 60s, 70s and 80s while developing her unique style as a solo artist.In 2018, Pearl released debut album, Sleepless Dreamer, which Rough Trade described as “The best country pop we’ve heard in years” and Buzzfeed called her “A modern June Carter meets Lana Del Rey.” With the upcoming release of the follow up, Magic Mirror, out January 15, 2021, Pearl leans into furthering her own brand of country-disco.https://linktr.ee/PearlCharlesBorn Losers RecordsBorn Losers Records is a label from Philly :-)www.bornlosersrecords.com
**CANCELED** The Bots ~ Jeremy & The Harlequins
**All shows 21+—valid ID required** Doors: 7:00 PM Show: 7:30 PMThe Botshttps://thebotsband.bandcamp.com/Jeremy & The Harlequinshttps://jeremytheharlequins.bandcamp.com/
Quivers ~ Strawberry Runners ~ Yours Are The Only Ears
**All shows 21+—valid ID required** Doors: 6:30 PM Show: 7:00 PM Quivers QUIVERS from Melbourne, Australia (via Tasmania) are FINALLY touring their cathartic lyric-driven guitar pop around the USA. Guitars and tape loops that glimmer and glisten. Four distinct male and female voices. Hard jangle about grief, friendship and love. Quivers were originally slated to tour in 2020, but at least the delay has brought a 2nd album, Golden Doubt (out on Ba Da Bing), and a full cover of REM’s Out of Time which the band themselves endorsed with fire emojis. As for Quivers’ sound, Pitchfork calls it “effortlessly tuneful jangle pop” and “like a Go-Betweens with Coachella ambitions”, while NPR’s Otis Hart says Quivers write “earnest earworms, and I am here for every one of them”. You can check out the band’s performance for KEXP. DJ John Richards said the single “You’re Not Always On My Mind” was one of the best songs he’d heard in years and he listened to it “8 times in a row”. Quivers recently supported The Hold Steady at The Croxton in Melbourne, which has only furthered the longing for them to return to the US. It is music for road tripping with your friends and ghosts, and that is what Quivers will do as they traverse the American landscape and pull up to the bumper for 14 or more shows. We can’t wait.https://quiversss.bandcamp.com/Strawberry RunnersStrawberry Runners the music project of songwriter, Emi Night. The band are from New York via Philadelphia and Denver.https://strawberryrunners.bandcamp.com/Yours Are The Only EarsSusannah Cutler is a songwriter and producer raised in both Manhattan and Upstate New York. She began writing songs from a young age and her emotional connection with music never ceased. In 2014, she gave her private universe a public name and began playing shows in Brooklyn as Yours Are the Only Ears. Naming the project created space for Cutler’s collection of deeply personal and surreal poetry to flourish and take new shape. Although spread thin by school in a transformative time in her life, Cutler taught herself how to record out of a desire for autonomy and decided it was time to make her record. “Knock Hard” is a triumphant testament to self love.https://yoursaretheonlyears.bandcamp.com/
The Crystal Casino Band ~ So Long Surfer
**All shows 21+—valid ID required**Doors: 7 PMShow: 7:30 PMThe Crystal Casino BandThe Crystal Casino Band is the new name of D.C. indie rockers formerly known as The Colonies. With a sound reminiscent of 2000s-2010s Obama-era indie rock and a rambunctious live presence, TCCB have been known as a go-to for many opening slots at local D.C. shows, having shared the stage with acts like St. Lucia, SHAED, Judah & The Lion, and more. The four-piece band– comprised of lead guitarist and vocalist Pete Stevens III, drummer Joey Mamlin, guitarist Jarrod Hendricks, and bassist Jordan Mullaney– have been known to perform a wide variety of originals, surprise covers, and have the stamina to go the distance. For fans of The Strokes, The Killers, Dayglow, Spoon, Wallows, and more.https://www.crystalcasinoband.com/the-music So Long SurferSo Long Surfer is a 4 piece indie rock band based out of Philadelphia. The band consists of members, Eric Juelke (Guitar, Vox), Kyle Ciarrocchi (Guitar, Vox), Noah Uy (Drums) and Harlee Torres (Bass). Their sound is described as a mix of 60s rock and modern psychedelic music. New self titled EP set to release on August 26th. https://instagram.com/solongsurfer?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=
Kid Sistr ~ Moon Kissed
**All shows 21+—valid ID required**Doors: 7:00 PMShow: 8:00 PMMoon Kissed – 8:00:-8:40 Emily, Khaya, and Leah met at a New Year’s party on the lower east side in New York City. Their self-released debut album, aptly named, I Met My Band At A New Year’s Party, draws upon themes of youth, heartbreak, and the quiet power behind vulnerability. It features infectious hooks, virtuosic synth lines, and unique drum melodies. the producer, Khaya, takes inspiration from acts like Chairlift, Charli XCX, Grimes, and St. Vincent; and feels a deep connection to the soundscape she’s created for each of the songs.This band is sheer, unadulterated energy. the connection between them is undeniable, and palpable in the air when they perform. Since meeting on New Year’s of 2019, they have played 50+ sweaty, intense shows all around Brooklyn, Manhattan, and the East Coast. The purpose of their shows is to create a moment, to hone the magic that happens between audience and performer when music is going on. It is cathartic, exhilarating, and intimate. Plus, Leah falls in love with someone in the audience at every show, which adds an element of surprise.https://tbaagency.com/artist/moon-kissed/ Kid Sistr – 9:00-10:00Kid Sistr is the all-women bubblegum rock trio that the worlds needs right now. MembersSabel (guitar) Sara (bass) and Becca (drums) turn Trader Joe’s gluten free pizza and shitty ex-boyfriends into guitar-pop ear candy that steals hearts. Their focus on femmes supportingfemmes, finding the humor in heartbreak. Think Y2K childhood babysitter who straightenedyour hair and let you borrow her mascara. Think of your next favorite band.https://www.kidsistrband.com/
Kat Jagger ~ The Sparklers (Record Release) ~ Poppy
**All shows 21+—valid ID required** Doors: 6:00 PM Show: 7:00 PM KAT JAGGERSince 1995.https://www.facebook.com/three4tensmusicTHE SPARKLERS (MISS PHILADELPHIA ALBUM RELEASE SHOW)Formed at the turn of the century in the taverns and dive bars of their beloved city, The Sparklers are a loud, melodic trio from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania — punch-drunk romantics playing gutter pop and junk country, but it’s really just Rock ’n’ Roll. https://thesparklers.bandcamp.com/album/miss-philadelphiaPOPPYRock band from Philadelphia.https://poppy1.bandcamp.com/
Neighbor Lady ~ Path
**All shows 21+—valid ID required**Doors: 7 PMShow: 7:30 PMNeighbor LadyThe missing link between indie-rock and classic country western: meet Atlanta based Neighbor Lady. Comprised of Emily Braden, Jack Blauvelt, Merideth Hanscom, and Andrew McFarland. Neighbor Lady began as a solo project for Emily Braden, writing music by herself and for herself; lyrically, the songs chronicle events in her personal life and her emotions surrounding those events.https://neighborlady.bandcamp.com/album/maybe-later PathPath is the recording project of Philadelphian Sam Keeler. Since coming together in 2017, Path has released two full length LPs and multiple singles. Their undeniably rich and emotional sound has helped solidify Path as one of the true hidden treasures of northeastern indie rock and folk music. If you know you know ❦Path is currently creating a third full length LP. They tour the northeast regularly as a five-piece band featuring Donald McGrath (guitar), Jeff Silverman (bass), Jordan Dion (keyboards) and Jon Tomaro (drums).SpotifyYoutubeInstagramBandcamp
Timeshares ~ Labrador ~ Greg Mendez
**All shows 21+—valid ID required**Doors: 7:00 PMShow: 7:30 PMTimesharesOur band could be our life.https://timeshares.bandcamp.com/ LabradorLabrador is always Pat King. Sometimes, Kris Hayes will join in on the fun.https://labradortunes.bandcamp.com/ Greg Mendezhttps://gregmendez.bandcamp.com/
Post Sex Nachos ~ Similar Kind ~ Red Meat Conspiracy
**All shows 21+—valid ID required**Doors: 6:30 PMShow: 7:00 PMPost Sex NachosA wise old man once uttered the words “the world could change by the hand of a single nacho.” From deep in the underground of central Missouri emerged 5 soldiers, ready to go to battle in the name of rock n’ roll. Their common bond? Late night drunk Mexican food. Their resources are limited, but their valor is strong. Follow these heroes on their quest to revive the sensation of “oooh” and “ahhh.” Watch them breathe new life into dying genres, flailing aimlessly on a path of no return. Post (drum roll) Sex (faster drum roll) Nachos. (Skadoosh) – Chase Mueller (Bass), Hunter Pendleton (drums), Mitch Broddon (lead guitar), Kevin Jerez (keyboards) & Sammy Elfy (rhythm guitar & lead vocals) This bio is unofficially not sponsored by Jack Daniels Tennessee Honey Whiskey.https://postsexnachos.com/ Similar KindSimilar Kind is an indie pop band from Norwalk, CT. It originated as just a few friends jamming in a garage and has blossomed into a five piece band playing shows all over the US. Similar Kind has played with acts such as Sunflower Bean, Bad Bad Hats, Hot Flash Heat Wave, No Vacation & more. The band is currently working on a follow up EP to their debut “Faces & Places” a project chock-full of indie pop, reminiscent of The Cure and Talking Heads, described as “dance-ready synth-pop. equal parts R&B, pop, and indie rock, the EP is a highly-polished, thoroughly-confident release”. The band has a new single “I Don’t Wanna Fight Anymore”, their first release of 2022.https://www.similarkind.net/ Red Meat Conspiracyhttps://theredmeatconspiracy.bandcamp.com/
The Forest View Movement ~ S. Taylor ~ Echo Road
**All shows 21+—valid ID required**Doors: 6:30 PMShow: 7:00 PMThe Forest View MovementJust a couple of muffs with a dream.SpotifyS. TaylorThe Sean Taylor Experience is the personal project of Sean Taylor, a 25-year old singer/songwriter from Philadelphia. Heartfelt, soulful lyrics and sound are the most prevalent throughout his work. The project is called an experience because Sean Taylor aims to project his emotions and inspirations at any given point of his life. Without being tagged down to one certain genre, Sean Taylor aims to blend multiple genres throughout his work to give listeners a wide breath of sound to take in. Genres that Sean Taylor is most influenced by are Soul, Alternative RnB, and Psychedelic Rock, however, that all can change if he finds something inspiring at any given time. His voice is his centerpiece being able to slip in and out of falsetto to melt hearts while being able to belt at the top of his range that listeners can feel it in their bones.SpotifyEcho RoadWhen one hears the title ‘Echo Road’, it may bring to mind a trekking wanderer mired by thoughts of existence. The vibe of that scene embodies much of the band’s own musical themes, which wander between expansive genres and generations. Echo Road brings in the raw energy and electric style of groups like Rush and Greta Van Fleet to deliver a one-two punch of progressive blues rock. To compliment that body of work, there are present cues of 60’s pop and earthy folk music, with acoustic guitars, organ swells, and Beach Boys-style harmonies.Spotify