Teenage Halloween ~ Dollar Signs ~ Superweaks ~ Timeshares
**All shows 21+—valid ID required** Doors: 7:00 PM Show: 7:30 PM Teenage HalloweenStand by your friends that are hurting. That’s what New Jersey power punks Teenage Halloween do through soaring arrangements of melodic angst, wracked vocals that insist “I love you so much I would die for you”, and passion-packed two-minute dispatches tackling topics from gender euphoria, to state abuses, and an eternal quest for mental wellbeing. The results are potent punk dioramas that document young queer life at the edge of America. At the heart of vocalist and guitarist Luk Henderiks’ lyrics is an urgent longing for community. Despite their often strikingly personal vulnerability, these songs reach out to the wider world, striving to hold themselves and those around them accountable for their actions and to make space for those that need to be heard. In 2020, the band released their self-titled debut album via storied Garden State label Don Giovanni and swiftly won over a host of tastemakers. BrooklynVegan placed it at #10 on their Best New Punk Albums Of 2020, while Sterogum hailed them on their 40 Best New Bands Of 2020. American Songwriter, Paste, and KEXP brought further kind words to the table. Now two years past its release, the album continues to gain new fans, with a third vinyl pressing recently announced. Having been unable to tour the album on its release in pre-vaccine times, the band have hit the road with abandon in 2022 with over 60 shows under their belts by mid-August; including their first national US tour, an invitation to showcase at SXSW, and dates with Chris Farren, Good Riddance, The Spits, Elf Power and many more. These shows invariably deliver a calling card of unrelenting energy, wry wit, and warmth. As they make their final preparations before heading into the studio to record the followup to Teenage Halloween, this band which operated as a ‘rotating cast’ in it’s early years, is now firmly entrenched as an essential four-piece comprised of Henderiks alongside Eli Frank (guitar, vocals), Tricia Marshall (bass, vocals) and Peter Gargano (drums). The quartet maintains the vital energy of their previous incarnations but brings an even more focused punch to the arrangements that leaves greater room for Henderiks’ lyrics. Fans of the band will also have noticed the creative assent of Marshall who takes the vocal lead on multiple songs that have become defining features of the band’s recent live shows and which bring a fresh new viewpoint to the band’s ongoing sonic mission for a more equal and just world. https://www.instagram.com/teenagehalloween https://www.facebook.com/teenagehalloweennj https://twitter.com/tnghllwnband Dollar Signshttps://dollarsigns.bandcamp.com/Superweakshttps://thesuperweaks.bandcamp.com/Timeshareshttps://timeshares.bandcamp.com/
Contracts ~ methods. ~ Sequoia Grove
**All shows 21+—valid ID required** Doors: 7:00 PM Show: 7:30 PMContractsContracts is a new metalcore band based out of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania. The band consists of Michael Collins (Lead Vocals), Aidan DeAngeles (Guitar), Sam Pappagallo (Guitar), Paul Luchon (Drums), and David Giller (Bass).https://open.spotify.com/artist/6Y3e1vYYvVJturNVN4VWn1?si=Vs6DFeykQ0Sn0mCRWnA8xAhttps://youtu.be/7XTbFvmcMGMhttps://instagram.com/contractsband?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=methods.methods. is a Philly based band that brings an ambient and energetic blend of post-hardcore, alternative, and indie inspired by bands like Circa Survive, Deftones, Silverstein, and Saosin. https://linktr.ee/methods.band?fbclid=PAAaZzR400qMWDS34NATlsowJr7qV68Pwv22_X-8aqqw0ou-dZdAkwlGFvj_4Sequoia Grove“Tastefully blending modern metalcore and nostalgic old school emo, five piece outfit Sequoia Grove were formed in Philadelphia in 2022. Their debut single, Stay With Me, combines aggressive yet sporadic rhythms, erie and haunting synths, and even tastes of jazz and soul chords to give a refreshing take on the heavier side of the genre. The song explores the ecstasy of a relationship and the dark, desperate lows that come with it. Stay With Me sets the scene of the story for their debut EP coming in Summer 2023.”https://m.facebook.com/SequoiaGrovePhillyhttps://instagram.com/sequoiagroveofficial?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=https://youtu.be/VUj6MRgDP0o
Turn Cold ~ Living in Fear ~ Driltusk
**All shows 21+—valid ID required** Doors: 7:00 PM Show: 7:30 PMTurn Coldhttps://turncold.bandcamp.com/Living in Fearhttps://livinginfear.bandcamp.com/Driltuskhttps://driltusk.bandcamp.com/https://open.spotify.com/artist/6G9YIDRbTdyuXH2vXFF4ts?si=-mSpmQMiT4qhlH0kmfocTA
Zack Krall & The Dispatch ~ The Polychromatics ~ Nematode
**All shows 21+—valid ID required**Doors: 7:00 PMShow: 7:30 PMZACK KRALL & THE DISPATCHZack Krall and The Dispatch is a four-piece, heavy-hitting rock band incorporating elements of blues, garage rock, funk, and punk. Founded in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in May of 2022, the band consists of Chris Cerbone on drums, Yoren Maniquis on bass, Eoin “Limpin’ Lemon Lincoln” Kelly on keyboards, and Zack Krall on guitar and vocals. The outfit has come out swinging, playing energetic, electrifying live shows to fans across multiple cities. Their debut single, “Bleed” was released on October 28, 2022 on all streaming platforms.https://www.zackkrallmusic.com/ THE POLYCHROMATICSPhilly Psych, communicated via instruments to be digested by auditory receptors.https://linktr.ee/the.polychromatics NEMATODENematode is a psychedelic pop band that has reinvented themselves more times before their debut EP than some groups do in a lifetime. In the last four years, every setback endured by the band allowed a new opportunity to reassess their work and redefine their future. The surprise EP ‘Pipeline’ offers Nematode at their most serene. The three tracks spill into one another. Bookended by delicate keys, fluttering harmonies, and the groups first foray into string arrangements and horns. The full breadth of Nematode is realized by the psychedelic cacophony that erupts in the middle, cementing deft tonal shifts as a signature of the band’s sound. The official debut ‘Gulp’ fleshes these ideas out further and draws upon a swath of influences across decades of pop, rock, and psychedelia, while remaining unmistakably their own. Nematode is anchored by Aaron Easton and Larry Flatley, who brought Nematode to life in late 2017 while living in West Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The duo have since relocated to New Jersey where they can write and record their own music in house as well as produce for other bands. They are joined in the studio and on stage by Brian Hughes, Eddy Machado, and Dan Silver.https://linktr.ee/nematodeband
Rickshaw Billie’s Burger Patrol ~ Mandrax ~ Kelli Maning
**All shows 21+—valid ID required** Doors: 7:00 PM Show: 7:30 PM Rickshaw Billie’s Burger PatrolWith their 5th studio release, Rickshaw Billie’s Burger Patrol is putting a name to the style of fuzzed out, overdriven, melodic, groovy music they have been making since 2016. In 9 concise, no bullshit songs, RBBP demonstrates their ability to blend the merciless low end of Leo Lydon’s 8-String guitar, Aaron Metzdorf’s masterful chordwork on the bass, and Sean St.Germain’s driving drumwork. Lydon and Metzdorf’s vocal melodies cut through the high frequencies to deliver fresh layers to the hooks that RBBP fans have come to love. As the name implies, Doom Wop is a heavy, melody-driven, party metal album. With riffs as big and dumb as ever, and lyrics that stab at the worst members of society and ourselves (while keeping tongue firmly in cheek), listeners will find all the elements that make up the soul of RBBP on this record. Doom Wop is available on CD and download, released on September 23rd, 2022. Vinyl LP release date TBD.https://rickshawbilliesburgerpatrol.com/ Mandrax Mandrax is a New Jersey-based psychedelic and progressive rock band formed in 2018 by Vocalist/Guitarist Richie Borman and Drummer Anthony Trimarco. Channeling vibes from Progressive icons like Frank Zappa, Yes, Pink Floyd, and King Crimson, Mandrax will scratch the itch for those looking for modern rock music that is both derivative and innovative https://mandraxtheband.bandcamp.com/ Kelli Maning Kelli Maning is a rock duo from the the Philadelphia area that has just released a second album of lo-fi, grunge – garage rock on mixed color vinyl@kellimaning on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kellimaning/ https://kellimaning.bandcamp.com
Moon Walker ~ Baby Bugs
**All shows 21+—valid ID required** Doors: 7:00 PM Show: 7:30 PM Moon WalkerInstagram // SpotifyBaby BugsInstagram // Spotify // Tik Tok
French Police ~ Closed Tear ~ Lesser Care
**All shows 21+—valid ID required** Doors: 7:00 PM Show: 7:30 PMFrench Policehttps://frenchpolice.bandcamp.com/Closed Tearhttps://closedtear.bandcamp.com/Lesser Carehttps://lessercare.bandcamp.com/
Unwed Sailor ~ LAZERDISC
**All shows 21+—valid ID required** Doors: 7:00 PM Show: 7:30 PM Unwed SailorAfter two decades of critically acclaimed and fan-adored releases, Unwed Sailor has become a fixture within the indie rock/pop landscape. A familiar and unceasing tide. A steady hand through turbulent channels. In many ways, the band’s forthcoming release MuteThe Charm represents an exercise in addition by subtraction –creating a layered emotive experience through more organic means. At its core, it is a pop rock record with chiming guitars, melodic bass, and rock solid drums– more aligned with the accessible sides of artist influences ranging from The Sundays, Joy Division, and The Stone Roses to Led Zeppelin, Lungfish, and 90’s indie rock band, Seam, than the band’s previous and more ambient releases. “MuteThe Charmis a back to the basics, primal record,” says Johnathon Ford. “It’s instrumental music without all the dressings. Muting the Charm, digging in the dirt, swimming in the ocean, going back to the basics, feeling those primal feelings of nature, and reflecting those feelings in songs. ”Mute The Charm also functions as a notable checkpoint in Unwed Sailor’s continuous progress in blurring the lines between post and pop rock. “I want to transcend the barrier that being an instrumental band with no vocals can sometimes bring between the artist and the listener,” says Ford. “When I sit down to write a song, I’m not writing a post-rock song, I’m writing a pop song. I’m singing through my bass lines. The bass is my voice and the notes are my lyrics. I love how bands like Tycho and El Ten Eleven have created their own voices through instrumental music that appeals to all listeners, not just post rock or instrumental music fans. My goal is to reach and inspire all music fans, not just post rock fans. Mute the Charm is all-at-once a love letter to specific cities and scenes, a longing retrospective on relationships with people and the past, a nod to formative artists and trailblazers, and a hopeful look ahead towards a less tumultuous future. Stay tuned to spartan records.for updates on Unwed Sailor, and be sure to catch the band on their upcoming tour with The Chills this fall – featuring a new live show with visuals by renowned UK artist Gary Prendergast.http://www.instagram.com/unwedsailorhttps://open.spotify.com/artist/7kkPAVpkDYfXCSDzaRk6IU?si=iXhJnq3uRwKISiEk-zEsQwLAZERDISC Lazerdisc is a Philadelphia-based band formed by singer-songwriter and guitarist, Kevin Schultes. After a decade of performances with The Wild Dogs and pirate-rock band, Captain Scurvy, Kevin continued writing original works and sought out bandmates for a new band, now known as Lazerdisc. Joined on the drums by longtime bandmate, Jon Applebaum, Jory Fox on bass, Chelsea Oliver on synth, and Meagan Schweiger on keys, Kevin’s songs have taken on new life. The resulting sound blends elements from the genres, rock, grunge, electropop, and alt-country to accompany lyrics about love and heartbreak set in the city of Philadelphia. Lazerdisc is excited to announce their debut performance at Kung Fu Necktie on June 2nd, where fans can expect to hear a mix of both original songs and covers that showcase the band’s diverse musical influences.https://open.spotify.com/artist/0aNKvJZAEzMqPypUYDa6ly?si=zat_uh29TsaqXFHdBEsaCw
Brainorchestra ~ Jah-Monte Ogbon ~ NOLAN
**All shows 21+—valid ID required** Doors: 7:00 PM Show: 7:30 PM BRAINORCHESTRANEW JERSEY REPRESENTATIVE BRAINORCHESTRA HAS BEEN PLANTING HIS FLAG DOWN OVER THE PAST 3 YEARS, WITH OVER 12+ INDEPENDENT VINYL RELEASES, SELF BOOKED SHOWS & 15 NOW STARTING 2023 WITH 2 BRAND NEW, SELF PRODUCED RELEASES CURTESY OF TAT BEATS & ‘COPENHAGEN CRATES. WITH THE MOMENTUM OF THE TWO, BRAIN SETS TO START EXPANDING HIS REACH WITH MORE SHOWS IN THE USA AS WELL AS PLANS FOR THE UK & VARIOUS PLACES IN ACROSS EUROPE.Twitter @_brainorchestraIG @brainorchestra_https://www.brainorchestra.net/Jah-Monte OgbonAn Ohio native, Akron, Ohio to be exact, Lord Jah-Monte Ogbon started writing music at the age of 10 however it wasn’t until his teenage years that he started actually recording his music and taking it seriously. The move to Charlotte, North Carolina and later meeting a few key players in the underground music scene gave Jah-Monte the breakthrough he needed to cement him into the scene as a major player. Jah-Monte’ sound mirrors that of the late 90’s Common Sense or Slum Village with his own added flavor thrown in and that’s what’s truly given him an advantage over many of the artists that surround him. His strength lies in his ability to engage a crowd while leaving them with much food for thought and making them come back for much more.Twitter & IG @jahmonteogbonhttps://kingcallis.bandcamp.com/NOLANCali-born. Detroit-bred. Laid back yet ardent. These are all ways to describe NOLAN, the young MC / beatmaker with one of the highest ceilings in the game. Since 2019, NOLAN (formally / also known as Nolan The Ninja) has been on a tear. He released SPORTEE — a full length LP on hip-hop indie heavyweight, Mello Music Group — toured Europe, and regularly collaborated with some of rap’s most creative artists including Homeboy Sandman, Chuck Inglish of The Cool Kids, Quelle Chris & more. He most notably gained global attention after performing his track “Oranges” on the popular Berlin-based series, COLORSxSTUDIOS. In 2020, amidst the pandemic, NOLAN independently dropped TALK SOON, an innovative mixtape that received positive reviews from OkayPlayer, Passion of the Weiss, etc. With a sophomore effort titled P.S. set released in 2022 plus multiple tour dates, expect to hear more from SPORT CAST’s heading into 2023Twitter & IG @nolantheninjahttps://m.soundcloud.com/nolantheninja-1
Caring Less ~ DEAN ~ Goth Goth
**All shows 21+—valid ID required** Doors: 7:00 PM Show: 7:30 PM Caring LessCaring Less is a rock band from Philadelphia, PA. The band formed in early 2019 when Sara, Ryan and Nathan met on the Philly DIY forums online. Not long after meeting for the first time, the three started playing covers of Fleetwood Mac songs and adapting Sara’s previously acoustic music to be played by a full band. Sara pulled in Nicholas to drum, and the foursome was set. The band’s music combines the shimmering, heavy guitars of indie legends Soccer Mommy and Petal with lyric and vocal styles reminiscent of the soulful Joni Mitchell and Jeff Buckley. Caring Less has been playing shows at venues all over the Philadelphia area, including The Grape Room, Khyber Pass Pub, and West Philly’s famous Porchfest music festival. The core of Caring Less’s music is lead singer Sara Johnson’s expressive and evocative vocals. Nathan Garfield sings backup vocals and plays lead guitar, Ryan Acito holds down the bass lines and Nicholas Kreh keeps it all together with the drums. Caring Less spent the summer of 2021 recording and perfecting their first major release, an EP due in Summer 2022. This EP has six songs demonstrating the depth and breadth of their unique sound. Sara has spent the last four years recording and publishing music under her solo project Stone Cold Grace. Nathan is one half of The Goodin Brothers and has published music since 2015 under the name Special Something. Ryan and Nicholas bring their own past experience to the band, having played in numerous underground bands around Philly.https://linktr.ee/caringlessDEANhttps://linktr.ee/deandeandeanGoth Gothhttps://linktr.ee/gothgothphilly