Just days after returning from his first European tour, Christopher Paul Stelling releases his new album False Cities today. Already lauded by SPIN, False Cities sets a more aggressive tone at its onset than last year’s debut, Songs of Praise and Scorn, but soon comes full circle with a seamless melding of both fiery hell raisers and tender ballads.
In 1988, Dinosaur Jr released the single “Freak Scene.” The song spoke loudly to a generation of outsiders trying to survive in a world in which they didn’t seem to fit it. Today, Howth would like for everyone to once again wave their freak flags proudly as they share their new anthem, “Superfreak.”
Today was an extremely proud day for Mecca Lecca. Christopher Paul Stelling’s new single “Brick x Brick” debuted on Spin.com
Rice Cultivation Society is heading out on the road this week, so in the anticipation they’re giving away Sky Burial closer “Fading Stars.”
Hot off the release of their latest LP, Sky Burial, Rice Cultivation Society has recorded the single “Little Circuses On The Moon.” Opening quietly with slowly picked strings, the somber “Little Circuses On The Moon” gradually builds with intricate layers. It is an example of Rice Cultivation Society at their most intimate, beautifully capturing frailty, [...]
Songs of this deeply personal confessional nature are a rarity. Not because no one has these feelings, but because many are unwilling to reveal them so openly. Musicians are notorious for their pursuit of looking cool, and sharing embarrassing personal stories risk that. Carl Creighton has always seemed to exist in an odd realm in which self-consciousness has not hindered his candor.
We’re happy to announce that Rice Cultivation Society’s epic Mecca Lecca debut, Sky Burial, is out now!
Next Tuesday, January 15th marks the release of the latest album by Long Island-based Rice Cultivation Society. In anticipation of Sky Burial, the band is sharing the single “Honey Hide.” Reminiscent of the guitar-driven indie rock of the 90s, “Honey Hide” snakes guitar riffs along driving rhythms towards mountainous peaks.
Over the past few years, Mecca Lecca has been fortunate enough to book several concerts with Rice Cultivation Society. Their spectacular live performances and wonderful records won us over, leaving us with no choice but to sign the band and begin spreading the message about Rice Cultivation Society.
On January 15, 2013, Rice Cultivation Society will release their Mecca Lecca debut, Sky Burial!
Taking a rest stop back in New York City between his seemingly endless tour dates, Christopher Paul Stelling played Last.fm’s CMJ showcase at The Living Room on October 17th. The video crew at Last.fm beautiful captured Stelling’s performance, including new song “Every Last Extremist.” Every Last Extremist: Flawless Executioner: Mourning Train to Memphis:
SeanØSean will be making their full band live debut tomorrow night at the Rock Shop, as part of Mecca Lecca’s 2012 showcase. The band will be going on at 7pm, so be sure to get their early and dance your night away. In the meantime, check out the latest single, “Mexico”:
MECCA LECCA CMJ SHOWCASE Tuesday, October 16 @ Rock Shop (Brooklyn) Featuring Performances by: Friend Roulette, Zula, Making Movies, Rice Cultivation Society, Joshua McCormack, Howth, Sean0Sean On Tuesday, October 16th, Mecca Lecca will be hosting its CMJ showcase at Brooklyn’s Rock Shop, in collaboration with our good friends at The Record Machine. The showcase will provide a glimpse into [...]
Howth recently did a session with the amazing Travis Harrison at Serious Business on BTR. Check it out here now, but be sure to check out more of their sessions because they’ve got a lot of great ones. http://blip.tv/seriousbusinessonbtr At 4pm EST today be sure to catch Howth streaming live from Daytrotter.
When Mecca Lecca received a copy of Arch Envy, we immediately fell in love. Here was an album and songwriter who understood the compatibility of pop hooks with nervous tension. Sean0Sean’s songs are extremely catchy, while never falling into the trap of mindlessness. Today marks the digital release Sean0Sean’s debut album Arch Envy on Mecca [...]
This past February, Christopher Paul Stelling unleashed his anticipated debut, Songs of Praise & Scorn. Writers marveled at Stelling’s combination of inspired lyrics, impassioned delivery, and dynamic finger-picked guitar theatrics. Touring relentlessly, Christopher Paul Stelling is quickly making his name part of the recent folk resurgence. To the party, Stelling brings a weathered soul with a genuine [...]
