Artist: The JBs

R&B artist JB enlists Naledge for his new single "Let Me See Ya." JB, best known for his work with Mario, Jennifer Hudson and Trey Songz, is working on a solo project, which will be due out in the coming weeks. Consider this the first offering. D Brooks on the beat. 01 Let Me See Ya (prod. by D. Brooks) JB f/ Naledge - Let Me See Ya

• JB feat. SpaaceMan and Naledge - Let Me See Ya (prod. by D. Brooks)

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Last night's lineup at Johnny Brenda's with Balam Acab , Power Animal , and Gracie can probably be best described as an evening of emotive experimental dance music. It's always interesting to see how bedroom recording artists transfer their tunes to a live setting on stage in front of an audience. Gracie (a.k.a. Andrew Balasia) brought along his keyboard, a bassists, and a guitarist/percussionist/backup vocalist. Their set certainly had more energy than you'll find in the eerier recordings, which was a good thing. The trio was able to lock into grooves giving a more humanistic feel [...]

It's not hidden at all that I have a lot of love and respect for the work of Power Animal (a.k.a. Keith Hampson). There is simply something about his brand of experimental pop that gets my endorphins flowing and makes me want to share the joy with others. Now, if only Hampson would release his new EP Exorcism already, it was originally scheduled to come out before the end of summer, but as you can tell by the changing climate, that time has come and gone. Hopefully it's actually a good sign that the delay is [...]

What's the best way of forgetting about a deranged fan who's claiming she had your baby? Take the one you love to the most romantic city in the world, Paris. That's what Justin Bieber did with his singer/actress girlfriend Selena Gomez . The two were snapped walking hand-in-hand around gay ol' Paree as they enjoyed a romantic night out together. Meanwhile, that paternity test Bieber agreed to take is still looming. And the funniest part about this whole unfunny and sad tale: Maury Povich , the daytime TV show host known for doling out [...]

Girls Rock Philly , the non-profit organization that has been empowering young women of the Philadelphia region through music education since 2006, has a lot to celebrate with the release of their 3rd annual camper compilation CD & DVD. And that's why they'll be partying down in style today by taking over Johnny Brenda's for an afternoon of music from four acts made up of their camper. The ladies will also be having a special raffle where they'll be giving away GRP gear signed by famous musicians, throwing a bake sale, and a whole lot more. So head on over [...]

It would be easy for me to sing the praises of Lion Versus . After all, the local alt-folk outfit crafts something so bewitchingly human, so insanely poetic, so tragically sweet, and so happily depraved that it's like you're walking on the raw, dusty, debauched roads of Deadwood 's Old West. But, it's better if you see them live tonight at Johnny Brenda's, where they'll open for Boston's David Wax Museum. To know it is to feel it, y'all. Johnny Brenda's, 1201 N. Frankford Ave, 9pm, $12, 21+ - Annamarya Scaccia [...]

Brown Recluse may describe themselves as "psychedelic/baroque pop," but what I hear, especially on their record, Panoptic Mirror Maze , is a spiraling funnel of vintage easy listening, Monkees-meet-Brian Wilson coastal radio pop, loose lo-fi lounge, organ rock, and 8-bit experiments. I know--that's super specific. But in order to understand the greatness of one of Philly's best kept secrets, you have to understand the textures and layers that define their sound. The band's ironic richness will be mixed in at Johnny Brenda's tonight with the one-man alt-hop innovator, Lushlife , who twists and melds beautiful old world [...]

There's something about youthful defiance I cannot resist. Not that Young Statues is particularly rebellious but the bi-state outfit's brand of whimsically angsty and foolishly idealistic indie rock recalls moments of drowsy dreaminess and carefree abandon that I can't help but become nostaglic about the high school years of yore. Their self-titled debut, which drops November 8 on Run For Cover Records, is saturated with that feeling of the sweethearts' breakup--the block in time where all that young love has washed into teary-eyed depression and creativity. And since winter is coming, it may be wise for you to [...]

Since starting out as a studio project between guitarist/songwriter Dominic Angelella and producer Ritz Reynolds in late 2010, Dragon King has evolved into the majestic indie quartet that they are today. And while their debut full-length Paragraph Nights comes closer and closer to being released, you'll have a chance to experience what I am sure are the ever-evolving tunes in a live setting when they takeover the stage tonight at Johnny Brenda's. I am sure the learned guitar licks of Angelella will mesh nicely with the quirky genius of Unknown Mortal Orchestra's Ruban Nielson. There should [...]

Weird Hot , the new project of Shawn Kilroy, is a surreal and romantic art-rock experience. His debut under the current moniker is at times dreamy, psychedelic folk, and other times slow-burning rock such as "Metal Demon" which sounds like Neil Young backed by Tran Siberian orchestra. The album is concise but explores a multitude of different genres. And those guitar solos! They are playing tonight at Johnny Brenda's opening up for Philly's most unlikely successful musical duo in Slo-Mo and Mic Wrecka. Led by Mike "Slo-Mo" Brenner on slide guitar and vox and featuring Mic Wrecka, these [...]

• Weird Hot - Mimeograph

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Craig Hendrix, like many Philly music scene vets, has been around. There's his work with Birdie Busch and Aderbat (and its offspring, Mammal of Paradise ), his status as founder & composer of the music-meets-visuals collective The Agave Opera Company, and his position as musical director of the Puppetyranny performance group. He also spearheads Auctioneer , his latest project featuring fellow Mammal of Paradise/Aderbat bandmate Todd Schied, Birdie Busch/ Hoots & Hellmouth 's Todd Erk, and Ladies Auxilary 's Jesse Moore. The outfit's self-titled debut EP, which was released digitally in [...]

Electro collective CSLSX is too good, and really needs to play out more. But then again, they've already built a nice little web buzz by keeping things mysterious. Luckily, they're local so we are treated to momentary glimpses of them live. When I caught them last time at Johnny Brenda's, they were a five-piece with a female vocalist, drummer, and three pretty tall dudes working a variety of instruments which even included an accordion. However, don't expect any "Weird Al" Yankovic jams, but I'm sure that they could remix some serious grooves into any of his tunes. Unfortunately, [...]

It was pretty packed this past Thursday at Johnny Brenda's for the free Vice/Vitamin Water Uncapped Live showcase with Reading Rainbow , The Homophones , and Cat Vet . While the alcohol didn't flow like past shows at Sigma Sound Studios, there was a cozy, homey vibe at JB's over the cold corporate marketing events in the Chinatown studio. Cat Vet bonded with their dedicated friends and fans who sang along to their quirky punk-ish tunes while The Homophones performed at the peak of attendance. But that often comes at a price for a free event as [...]

Finally, tonight at Johnny Brenda's is the rescheduled date for the Vice/Vitamin Water Uncapped Live showcase with Reading Rainbow , The Homophones , and Cat Vet that was curated by The Raveonettes. It's FREE and so will be the drinks provided by Sailor Jerry Spiced Rum. All you need to do is RSVP HERE . You really have no excuses so we look forward to seeing you there!

Folk music runs through the veins of Meg Baird passed on by her great-great uncle Appalachian folk singer and historian I.G. Greer. With captivatingly genteel vocals and learned finger-picking enhanced by the production work of Miner Street Studios' Brian McTear, Baird's sophomore solo full-length Seasons on Earth , which dropped on September 20 via Drag City, peacefully submerges its listener into the gloomy waters of one's own psyche only to allow one to emerge cleansed and enlightened with new hope. But don't be lulled by the beauty of her latest offering just yet because there is the [...]

Originally named Bobbie Peru but forced to change it due to copyright issues, The Tweeds formed at Penn State University out of the frustration of being at college and not being able to play music. They are heavily influenced by a diverse range of artists like My Bloody Valentine, The Jesus and Mary Chain, The Beatles, Simon and Garfunkel, The Grateful Dead, The Dandy Warhols, and many others, and it reflects in their debut LP Goliath . The Tweeds won The Deli Philly's Featured Artist(s) Poll in May 2011 and were also chosen to be featured [...]

POPPED! Music Festival is one week away, and they'll be celebrating tonight with a pre-party "Pop the Lid Off!" that is also part of Johnny Brenda's 5 Year Anniversary festivities. This evening's showcase will feature sedative-wave/smooth-fi local natives Work Drugs (who will be wrapping up their September mini-tour of Philly), multi-instrumentalist Blayer Pointdujour (formerly of Phil Moore Browne , Kid Kreyol , Miss Argentina , The Ghouls ), and Brooklyn's J. Viewz (the multi-genre electronic project of producer Jonathan Dagan). You'll also be treated to tunes from DJ Bearbait [...]

For some reason, it's not weird to start the first weekend of September off with geezer werewolves, guns, and zombies. Well, at least, not where Mercury Radio Theater is concerned. The Philly trio, whose music can be best described as a '50s sci-fi flick turned ravenous, will take over Johnny Brenda's tonight for their Kilroy record release show. The third episode in their "Monster Trilogy," Kilroy tells the story of a "geriatric werewolf, an old-folks home and a handgun" in blasts of geeked-out rampageous rockabilly, jazz-punk and prog-infused instrumentals. And if you've [...]