Maria Usbeck
a guide to the 2016 Northside Festival
From Brian Wilson to Beech Creeps, from Wolf Parade to Cut Worms, it’s our picks for don’t-miss shows at Northside 2016.
NYC Memorial Day Weekend 2016 Events & Concerts
Memorial Day Weekend is a good time to get out of town (maybe to a music festival like Maryland Deathfest, Boston Calling, Bled Fest or one of the free Surf Lodge shows in Montauk?), but for anyone staying in NYC, here’s a guide to some of the best shows this weekend.
Yumi Zouma share new single; former Selebrities singer Maria Usbeck readies solo LP (stream 2 songs)
Yumi Zouma‘s debut album, Yoncalla, is out May 27 via Cascine and it’s light, R&B-tinged synthpop in the best possible way: airy without dissolving into the ether, with memorable songs and perfect understated production. It’s the kind of unassuming (in a good way) record you can let repeat happily. The album’s opening cut, “Barricade (Matter […]
Yumi Zouma announce debut LP, share "Keep it Close to Me," touring
New Zealand’s Yumi Zouma have announced their debut LP, titled Yoncalla, which will be out May 27 via Cascine in the US (Arch Hill in NZ and Rallye in Japan). The first single is “Keep It Close To Me” and is typical of the band’s effervescent, catchy style. Listen: Yumi Zouma will be touring this […]
