The Willie Mae Rock Camp for Girls has two events coming up in Brooklyn. First is the Willie Mae-Ra-Thon. There will be four separate benefit shows in May 28, 29, 30 and 31 at different locations and on May 30 and 31 they'll have their Spring Carnival in DUMBO. (Wille Mae-Ra-Thon info after the jump) Rock on! -Liza (Photos via ... Read More

I got your new awesome album right here. Cryptacize hails from Oakland, CA (fans of Deerhoof will recognize guitarist Chris Cohen) and I've been jamming out to their new record, Mythomania, since it came out a couple weeks ago. Its melodies are addictive (like Nedelle Torrisi's vocals) and moments of endearing twee and weirdness shine through the slow-synth jams and catchy, rockin'-pop hooks. They're hittin' the road next week so click ... Read More

St. Vincent will be performing live at the Union Square Virgin Megastore on 14th St in Manhattan at 7 pm on May 5. Her new album comes out the same day.   There are also going to be listening parties in Austin and Omaha. Check out St. Vincent website for details. The party in Austin will also feature the newest Camera Obscura album. St. Vincent also has several tour dates on her website, including one in NYC at Webster Hall on May ... Read More

Yesterday, Gossip released an online teaser from their upcoming album MUSIC FOR MEN (produced by Rick Rubin). While you have to wait all the way until October 6th for the album to come out, you can stream the first single, 'Heavy Cross' off of their myspace page. Beth Ditto (Bust cover DEC/JAN 2008) rocks hard as hell and MUSIC FOR MEN will be worth watching out for. (photo by Rankin from cover story in Dazed and Confused ) ... Read More

If you haven't heard of If You Make It, your next favorite band is just a few clicks away.  For lovers of independent music and film, this catalog of do-it-yourself culture is a treasure trove of free yet priceless media. In just a few short years, If You Make It has become a full-fledged archive of live performances and short films.  Add to that a forum, free album downloads, and a show calendar and you have a state-of-the-art site ... Read More