#UMC20: February 18, 2019
We’re particularly excited about this week’s UMC20 Spotify playlist, because of how well it flows together, even with so many genres represented.
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#UMC20: February 4, 2019
After taking last week to assess where we’ve been, we look ahead to where we’re going — into February, with plenty of new music for you to digest.
Read moreBrandon Bors Finds Himself on ‘Leave Me the Way You Found Me’
Just before 2018 drew to a close, the world was treated to “Leave Me the Way You Found Me,” the six-track, acoustic-alternative EP from Pennsylvania native Brandon Bors.
Read moreThe First #UMC20 of a Brand New Year
Last week, we dedicated our #UMC20 Spotify playlist to some of 2018’s most memorable moments.
This week, we look ahead!
Oceans Over Airplanes Adds ‘Colour’ to the Palette and more
When diving into Oceans Over Airplanes, I started out simply wanting to review their latest single, “Colour.” Released in late 2018, “Colour” showcases OOA’s brand of emo/alternative rock in a way that begs you to listen to more. Driven by an outstanding drummer in Joseph Bickham, this Northwest Indiana band delivers a great blend of powerful vocals from bassist Tony Pagorek and a very solid sound from guitarist Mike Anderson.
These Fine Gentlemen Show Off Versatility on “Old Flames”
If there’s one thing that stands out about “Old Flames,” the debut full-length album from Seymour, Indiana alt rockers These Fine Gentlemen, it’s versatility. The band clearly has a bevy of influences that made their way into its writing process, and the fact is that these six Gentlemen are already very good at channeling them all.
Lowborn Releases Dark Single ‘Be Like Me’
Greensboro, NC-based alternative quartet Lowborn has released “Be Like Me,” an rallying cry about chasing dreams with electric pop undertones that are equal parts dark and powerful.
LVU, Color Me Mine to Host DIY Showcase Aug. 25
We’ve teamed up with South Bethlehem’s Color Me Mine Lehigh Valley on quite a few music events over the past year. Some have, of course, been a part of our First Friday Concert Series, while we’ve also worked together to host performances during SouthSide Arts & Music Festival and other independent ventures.
On Saturday, August 25, we’ll be back at it again!
Review: Statues and Stories Provides First Taste of ‘Sink’
Singer-songwriter Malachi McNeill is preparing to release his latest album, “Sink,” next month under his project Statues and Stories.
Now, we have our first, emotionally compelling taste of the new record.
Color Me Mine DIY Showcase to Serve as First Friday After Party May 4
We had such a great time presenting a DIY showcase alongside Color Me Mine Lehigh Valley back in February that we’ve decided to team up and do it again…
…and this time, it will take place during the May edition of #LVUFirstFriday!