Album Stream: The Loom ‘Teeth’
Last night, Brooklyn’s The Loom put on a spectacular show at The Melody Inn. A sizable crowd turned out to hear songs from the band’s full-length debut Teeth. The album showcases the unique instruments and voices that serve as the driving factors behind The Loom: satisfying vocals, strong guitar, French horn, and a dynamic percussion section.
The band was featured on NPR Music’s ‘World Cafe‘ last week. The Loom lived up to and surpassed the buzz created by Bob Boilen and friends. Fellow Brooklyn artist Cat Martino served as support along with Dan Snodgrass from The Bonesetters, The Bears of Blue River and Daniel Paquette.
Indianapolis music fans turned out in droves despite the poor weather Monday night. MOKB Presents had a nice showing at Radio Radio for Shonen Knife. The Japanese chicks played Ramones covers for a cult-like contingent of early punk fans.
Listen to the entirety of Teeth below. Purchase the album via The Loom’s bandcamp page for $10.
Written by Rob Peoni
Carl Broemel Daytrotter Session
The good folks at Daytrotter dropped a session from Indianapolis native and My Morning Jacket lead guitarist Carl Broemel today. The session features four tracks from Broemel’s 2010 solo release All Birds Say.
Broemel’s solo material is a distinct departure from his work with MMJ, trading raucous rock n’ roll for restrained minimalism. All of this is on display in the Daytrotter session. The recording showcases Broemel’s delicate singing style and his talent for creating atmosphere with layered guitar riffs. Download the session HERE. If you like what you hear, stop by Broemel’s site to purchase All Birds Say.
Written by Rob Peoni
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Video: Adam Kuhn Featured on FM Roots Radio
Indianapolis songwriter Adam Kuhn was featured on FM Roots Radio yesterday. Folly Moon Music President, Mike Martin promotes his brand as a platform that provides independent artists with the tools and resources that will allow them to make a living from their passion. This “dream big” mentality shines through all of the conversations that I have seen with FMM.
Kuhn is currently inked to Indianapolis label GloryHole Records. He just recorded his new album at Queensize Studios here in town. Kuhn brought in a backing band and this release will go under Adam Kuhn and the Hardcore Cutouts. I am really excited to listen to this release and I think it will help promote that country / Americana independent vibe that is becoming increasingly popular in Indianapolis venues.
Kuhn went on a brief tour with local legends, Margot and the Nuclear So and Sos which gives him instant credibility in my book. Watch this video to hear about Kuhn’s ex-wife, truck driving days, a new song, and the story behind Pepto-Bismol whiskey shots. Kuhn performs his latest track with his good friend Gabby. Congrats to FMM for their vision and my introduction to Adam Kuhn. I hope there are more Chicken Pot Pie in the Sky moments like this to come.
Written by Brett McGrath