Why Bonnie’s nostalgia-inducing debut album, 90 in November, captured Blair Howerton at a definite time in her life — being a younger girl in her 20s residing out her desires in New York Metropolis however eager for her youthful days in Texas warmth by means of a wide-eyed POV. The document launched Why Bonnie as an intriguing up-and-coming band, melding biting, fuzzed-out alt-rock with nation that put them in the identical league as Ratboys and Wednesday. On the Brooklyn outfit’s upcoming second album, Want on the Bone, nonetheless, Why Bonnie dig a bit deeper, fixating on grander matters (spirituality, household, hope) by means of strains of Americana, dream pop, and indie rock. “I’ve modified since that album, and I belief that I’ll in all probability proceed to vary,” Howerton says of their album bio. “Possibly I gained’t be the identical individual totally two years from now.”
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They’ve already previewed the document with the charming singles “Dotted Line,” “Faux Out,” and, most lately, “Rhyme or Cause,” which exhibit their sharpened songwriting, conviction, and better sense of experimentalism. Why Bonnie, in fact, are nothing with out their friends, who they appear to for inspiration and encouragement as they proceed to maintain pushing ahead. Upfront of their new album, Howerton rounded up a handful of her favourite up-and-coming New York Metropolis bands, which you’ll be able to try beneath.
Intercourse Week – “Angel Blessings”
This band hasn’t even launched their first album, they usually’re already a scorching matter. Jogs my memory of Alex G meets the Vaselines. Very excited to be taking part in with them on Aug. 29 at Union Pool in Brooklyn.
youbet – “Peel”
The primary time I noticed them dwell, I used to be blown away. Strong rock music however nonetheless has a completely distinctive edge to it. Little doubt they’ll go far.
Bloomsday – “Bumper Sticker”
Iris [James Garrison] is just not solely one among my finest associates but additionally an enormous affect for me. Their music is refined however intentional and actually pulls on the heartstrings. I really feel very fortunate to be their pal.
Sister – “Colorado”
Ceci [Sturman] and Hannah [Pruzinsky] are pillars of the Brooklyn music neighborhood, and their undertaking is just not one to be missed. This music makes me wish to stand on a mountain and twirl round a la The Sound of Music.
Jane Lai – “Tacit Understanding”
We’ve been fortunate sufficient to have Jane play with us, and her musicianship is subsequent degree. She has such a pure reward for melody and association, and this music is a superb instance.
koleżanka – “The Mountain”
Kristina is a kind of individuals that’s constantly spectacular in every part she does. She writes wacky but trendy music that pushes the listener to leap on board and keep alongside for the journey.
Poise – “Thicker Than Blood”
One other deep pal of mine, Lucie is such a natural-born star. She sings like a canary, however the music is so deep. Generally it’s a groove that makes you wish to headbang, and typically it’s so heartfelt that it makes you cry. Can’t look forward to all of the cool issues she’ll do subsequent. Keep tuned for her upcoming album — it guidelines.
Margaux – “Image It”
Margaux’s music is sort of a mix of Broadcast and Lomelda. Not solely are they an iconic participant, however they write wildly catchy songs. Doesn’t shock me within the slightest that their undertaking is skyrocketing proper now.
Daneshevskaya – “ROY G BIV”
I noticed them play for the primary time lately and puzzled the place that they had been all my life. The lyrics are poetic, and her voice is so angelic. Sort of jazzy, sort of shoegaze-y. Love this band.
peaer – “Have Enjoyable!”
Earlier than he was my fiance, I used to be an enormous fan of his music. He’s the very best guitar participant I’ve ever recognized, and he writes with a lot type and aptitude. One-of-a-kind band. All I can say is keep tuned and buckle up…
