5 Bands You Should Be Listening To This Weekend
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SAN FERMINSan Fermin, the project by Brooklyn composer and songwriter, Ellis Ludwig-Leone, blends chamber pop music with classical influences. While his incredibly strong voice does well on its own, Ludwig-Leone's impeccable ability to blend the harmonies of multiple vocalists, creating a different variety in his songs, is what makes San Fermin such a treat to listen to.
ISLANDS
Todd WeaverIn their latest album, Ski Mask, Islands Nick Thorburn's musical brainchild continues to showcase his talent as a vivid lyricist. The Canadian-turned-Los-Angeles-based band's latest LP focuses on the universal struggle, anger and dejection that comes with the uncertainty of life. A little dark? Yes. A whole lot of truth? Bingo.
MATT POND Courtesy Filter MagazineAll good things come in threes, which is the concept behind New York based singer-songwriter MattPond's 7" singles compilation: The Threeep. The new release is made up of previously unreleased singles that showcase the unbelievably creative and excited side of Pond's musicality. DIEGO GARCIAJared ZaghaDiego Garcia is a singer-songwriter who blatantly wears his heart on his sleeve. The former Elefant frontman brings us some beautiful melodies full of honest emotions. He blends raw lyrics with a seductive voice and music full immersed in Latin influences perfect for any love song.
BILL CALLAHAN Oto GillenOver the course of his over-twenty-year career, Bill Callahan has created some memorable records. With the legendary singer-songwriter's latest LP, Dream River, his talent and brilliance continues to shine through. Callahan's rich baritone voice searches for something within his lyrics. The lo-fi pioneer keeps things simple just allowing his musical voice to shine through, and that is more than enough.