Desperado Orchestra is heavily influenced by America’s most celebrated artist, Stevie Wonder, but never planned to have the same name as one of his songs. “Outside My Window,” a new single release now available on iTunes highlights the improvisational elements of the violin (Megan Fong) in tandem with the soulful voice and guitar of (J Lawson) the two founding members. SargeantJohn Sargeant, writing on NeuFutur as Sargeant, is the founder…
Pumpkin containing beers are one of the most beloved beer offerings that are present on a seasonal basis. However, the sheer amount of pumpkin beers that make their way on to shelves is nothing less than massive. Some of these pumpkin beers are great, some are good, and some leave much to be desired. Whole Hog, a part of Stevens Point brewery has just released their own pumpkin ale. This…
Broken Hearted Whispers is perhaps your best-known single. What does it contribute to your story as an artist and a performer? Broken Hearted Whispers is a song written at a time when there were a few people around me going through tough times with relationships (divorce/break ups etc) pretty much at the same time. The song reflects my interpretation of some of these relationships and eventually pushes for the positives. It also…
The Tiger Club starts their latest album, Mephisto Island, with a sound that ties together Gilberto and Getz’ version of Girl From Ipanema with a little hint of the Squirrel Nut Zippers. The unity of lounge, psychedelic, and first-wave ska makes for an innovative and unique style to issue forth during the initial registers of Mephisto Island that will have listeners on the edges of their seats. SargeantJohn Sargeant, writing…
Like I Do is perhaps your best-known single. What does it contribute to your story as an artist and a performer? I think “Like I Do” is a fun type of song. It helped showcase a part of my personality that was a bit cheeky, a bit confident…it’s definitely an epically fun one to perform. It sets the tone for the audience to expect to hear something a little different…
Honey Stinger is a company that has a variety of different flavors in their waffles and gel selections (honey, chocolate, vanilla, strawberry, and lemon). They have just updated their product lines with a Gingersnap waffle flavor that has all of the same high standards of quality and overall mouth feel that other products which they offer have possessed. There is a very fulfilling experience that one will have when…
1000facez has just released a collection of their songs with the Robokingdom EP; during the album’s five cuts, listeners will be provided with considerable variation in overall sound. The one thing that is constant from beginning to end is how fleshed-out the tracks are; this is a cohesive and a coherent effort from stem to stern. Robokingdom is a track that links together goth, industrial, and alternative rock into a…
I Will Take You There is a high-energy piece of rock that blends together Lynyrd Skynyrd, Tom Petty, and Warren Zevon. The band is able to create a cohesive sound that sets the stage for the rest of the tracks on their latest album, Sweet Mystery. Right Amount of Drunk is a country-infused track that keeps the same high momentum of the previous cuts on Sweet Mystery, while the act…
THE SINGLES are Vince Frederick (guitar/lead vocals) and Nicky Veltman (drums/back-up vocals). Garage rock, power pop, glam, blues, and punk all find their way into the band’s sound. Both originally from Detroit, the two joined forces in LA in 2012 to restart The Singles — a moniker Vince had used in the past to release his songs. SargeantJohn Sargeant, writing on NeuFutur as Sargeant, is the founder and editor-in-chief of NeuFutur Magazine, where he…
Headphones can be a major investment and, as long as you look after them properly, they can last for many years. This means that it’s important to think long and hard when choosing which of these products to buy. Getting this decision wrong can prove to be a costly mistake. On the other hand, if you find the ideal headphones for you, you can boost your listening pleasure. SargeantJohn Sargeant,…
The Decemberists will release their seventh studio album, What a Terrible World, What a Beautiful World, on January 20, 2015 on Capitol Records. It will be released in the U.K. and Europe on Rough Trade Records the day prior – January 19. Produced by the band and long-time collaborator Tucker Martine (My Morning Jacket, Neko Case), it is The Decemberists’ first full-length studio album since 2011’s The King Is Dead,…
About the album, Liz Harris explains in her own words…”Ruins was made in Aljezur, Portugal in 2011 on a residency set up by Galeria Zé dos Bois. I recorded everything there except the last song, which I did at mother’s house in 2004. Iʼm still surprised by what I wound up with. It was the first time Iʼd sat still for a few years; processed a lot of political anger and…
The dates will begin December 31st, with a celebratory New Year’s Eve show at Atlanta’s Symphony Hall. The tour will end its run on January 17th in Savannah, GA, at the Johnny Mercer Theatre. The complete itinerary is below. SargeantJohn Sargeant, writing on NeuFutur as Sargeant, is the founder and editor-in-chief of NeuFutur Magazine, where he has covered independent music, PC hardware, consumer tech, and gaming culture since 1998. With…
The little barrel shaped Hug Juices are incredibly common in school yards, playgrounds, and sporting fields throughout the United States. There are a number of different flavors and kids actively desire hug juices no matter where they are at. The American Beverage Corporation (owners of the Hug line) company has expanded their product line to really capture those parents and children that may be looking for a healthier alternative to…
Summit Brewing has continually looked to innovate with the variety of beers that they release on a regular and rotating basis. One of our favorites that Summit releases is their Unchained beers, which provides the brew masters with ample room to try out a variety of different beer styles that are on the cutting edge of what is possible with beer. That’s IPA is freshly hopped meaning that there is…
There are so many different snacking products that are currently on the market that individuals could spend years of their time trying to find the perfect product. We have found one of the most interesting products for snacking quite possibly ever. The Real Deal Real Veggie Chips come in original and sriracha flavors and are cut at a size that is much smaller than an average ship. Chips vaguely resemble…
Snails & Antiserum have dropped a remix EP for “Wild”, out now via OWSLA. The original track has received support from Skrillex, DJ Snake, Dillon Francis and more throughout the year. The package includes remixes from bass mastermind MUST DIE!, electro expert Far Too Loud, festival mainstay Henry Fong and DMC world champion DJ Craze, plus a VIP remix from Snails & Antiserum themselves. Catch Snails playing at HARD Day…
36 CRAZYFISTS have emerged from a four-year recording hibernation and have signed a worldwide deal with Spinefarm Records. The label welcomes the Alaska-originated band, which is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year, to its formidable and expanding roster, which boasts the best in hard rock and heavy metal. SargeantJohn Sargeant, writing on NeuFutur as Sargeant, is the founder and editor-in-chief of NeuFutur Magazine, where he has covered independent music, PC…
Avey Tares Slasher Flicks is proud to share the short film for Catchy (Was Contagious), from their debut album Enter The Slasher House out now on Domino. The tense, eerie 9 minute short is inspired by early black & white horror films, and finds its perfect soundtrack in the supernatural sounds of Slasher Flicks. SargeantJohn Sargeant, writing on NeuFutur as Sargeant, is the founder and editor-in-chief of NeuFutur Magazine, where…
There is a limited edition offering from Brooklyn Brewery that looks to go and define the American sour style. The beer comes ornately designed and can be purchased for around 25 to 30 dollars depending on where you are at. When one does open the Wild Streak bottle there are sour fruits and vinegar notes that issue forth from the bottle. The beer pours with a light orange / dark…