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The Witnesses: Black Eyes and White Lies

[21.Mar.06] :. There are thousands of no-frills rock bands in the New York City area, but the Witnesses might be the only ones you should care about.

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The Society of Rockets: Where the Grass Grows Black

[21.Feb.06] :. The Society of Rockets' progression since its debut album Sunset Homes is impressive and, honestly, more than a little scary.

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The Electric Six: Senor Smoke

[3.Feb.06] :. With Senor Smoke, the Electric Six establish themselves as serious pop craftsmen on this surprisingly moving -- nah, I'm just messing with you, it's another collection of jokey sleaze rock.

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Friends of Dean Martinez: Live at Club 7

[23.Jan.06] :. The Friends of Dean Martinez bring on the noise for this live gig, just daring anybody, anybody, to label them "lounge music" ever again.

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The Coffin Lids: 'Round Midnight

[17.Jan.06] :. The garage rocking Coffin Lids finally show their serious side, but don't worry, they are mainly serious about having fun.

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