Under the Counter Tapes Spring, Texas
Defunct tape label.
Under the Counter Tapes recommends:
"Local metal" as a genre. Self-aware about how dumb it is, yet completely devoid of pretension. Also it rips.
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Top shelf sun-baked garage pop from Arizona. Gorgeous, ethereal vocals, incredible guitar tone, one of the best rhythm sections in the genre. Perfect soundtrack to chasing a mirage in the desert.
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Coming of Age
by (Eli)zabeth Owens
An apparently ambitious and personal work of progressive psychedelic folk rock. Many of the arrangements here are astounding. Supporting a good cause is certainly a nice bonus.
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Howcha Magowcha
by Turkish Delight
supported by 8 fans who also own “Fishin'”
Sometimes one instrument stands out in a band and here I admire the very creative guitar-work, dissonant, edgy and daring. The whole band creates an energy, which seems to jump out off your speakers. If you love the dissonance of Sonic Youth and the aggressive drive of the Dead Kennedys you should give this a try.
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supported by 8 fans who also own “Fishin'”
This has a lovely vibe to it and feels like it was made with love. A fantastic album to relax to at home.
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Restless Spirit
by Tucker Riggleman & The Cheap Dates
West Virginia trio showcase strident country rock anchored in bold, anthemic songcraft and deliciously twangy tones.
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