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Danny Laj and the Looks “We’re The Freaks” really speaks to the power pop movement. The track focuses on how something as simple as a noise complaint can threaten a beloved venue and the ripple effect that loss has on musicians, fans, and the local community. Something I’ve lived through, for sure. I’ve seen a big push in new music recently because it’s summertime. Let’s start with David Myhr (The Merrymakers) latest solo album, and the opening track “Summer Summer Summer” and its exactly what you expect, a swirling gem that will add a smile to your face. Next, The Toxhards are back after last year’s top-ten rated LP, with a new single and hopefully a full length isn’t far behind. After that you get a new freebie EP from The Regulars, a scruffy rock band from Boxborough, Massachusetts with the goods, check out “Impossible” and “Empty Dose.” Great live energy and good songs. Across the pond, Willie Dowling (Dowling Poole, Jackdaw4) is carrying on again in his manic way about the state of politics. We get it, mate! Finally, Almost A Cow is a Texas band with a big sound claiming to write anime songs, but its just melodic rock and roll (and I like it, yes I do!) Check out the 90s influenced power pop tracks “Manatee” and “Downfall.” Thanks!
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