This was originally written for DayBowBow as part of their NX35 coverage. We picked our favorite tunes from our favorite NX35 artists and these were my selections for the week.
Smile Smile – Truth on Tape
I covered Smile Smile’s recent “break-up album” in last week’s Track-by-Track and decided this Dallas duo is good, folk-pop company for the heartbroken.
Mount Righteous – When the Child Awakes
Mount Righteous is like a singalong marching band. This “anti-orchestra” from Grapevine should be a fun set to catch. You know, if you like having fun.
New Science Projects – Poison Culture
I will never forget my first time to see New Science Projects. Madman Dale Jones, covered in fake blood and armed with his Dobro, commanded the little attic of the house show and won me over with his strange accent and blues-influenced indie rock. This song is one of the calmest songs he has in his current repertoire.
French Horn Rebellion – Up All Night
If French Horn Rebellion reminds you of MGMT then you have good reason. David Perlick Molinari co-produced their Time to Pretend EP but he has his own gig creating electro-pop with his brother, Robert. They are part of a great dance party lineup on the festival’s final night including Ishi and Neon Indian.
The Rocketboys – Like Ice in Water
Homer Hiccolm and the Rocketboys were formed by a few college friends in Abilene, Texas. Shortly after winning ACL’s The Sound and The Jury contest and a spot on stage at the festival in 2008, they moved to Austin and shortened their name but continue to bring a touch of West Texas to their big sound indie rock. “Like Ice in Water” is a solid song amongst many from their latest album, 20,000 Ghosts.
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