Last Week’s Jams (9.23 – 9.27)

We’re drawing towards the end of the year, and while that means arbitrary musical lists of things, what it also means is that we’ve got a few more records hanging out to enjoy before the year is up. Personally, there were some great new songs from trauma ray, EggS and the Wickies, which indicated that these acts have a lot of promise to deliver. Best Bets dropped their latest LP, which was on our radar, not to mention the new release from Being Dead and Feeling Figures. Loved the introduction to Coldwave, and it never hurts to wrap up the end of the week with new music from Constant Follower!

The Wickies Offer We Tried

I’ve only recently gotten into the Wickies, mostly because, as you clearly know, I’m absolutely in love with Quinn Kinsella-Mulkerin’s voice, and have been since I first listened to Big Blood. But, her current project, illustrates the reserved side of that power, holding it in just a bit, letting it carry the song without making it the sole focus. Together with songwriting partner Aiden Arel, the duo build these indie rock structures that manage to encompass the playful spirit that the Moldy Peaches and make it seem serious. Their self-titled album is dropping next week via Ba Da Bing Records, and I already get the feeling that this young act is years ahead of their time, and we’ll be looking to them for years to come.

Last Week’s Jams (9.9 – 9.13)

Seemed like a strange week for some reason, but there were some definitely tunes that just broke my heart, in the best way possible. I continue to be impressed by Merce Lemon‘s new stuff, and “Crow” was just a beast. Porridge Radio, too, offered up a song that just wanted to shatter spirits, though if that’s the case, I won’t mind one bit. Alas, there was some pop in the week, like the new record from Young Scum and new single from Jim Nothing. Plus, old favorites the New Tigers are back, as is Germany’s Roller Derby. Indulge yourselves by pressing play below, but be sure to start with the powerhouse hit from The Wickies.

The Wickies Announce Self Titled Debut

Make no mistake about it, but Quinn Kinsella-Mulkerin has one of the greatest voices around; she blew me away with her performance in family band Big Blood. But, now she’s found a friend and is channeling her energy into The Wickies. The duo just announced their debut LP for Ba Da Bing, and it’s as intoxicating as anything I’ve heard all week, so please don’t skip over it. In a sense this is classic rock n’ roll; there’s not a lot of excess flare and extemporaneous flourishes, rather than focus on the natural rhythm and feel, which is aided by a steady percussive stomp and a restrained Quinn. Pure rock and roll at its greatest here, so be sure to pencil in a space to grab The Wickies when it drops on October 4th.

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