Black Fortress of Opium Somerville, Massachusetts
Since 2006, Boston's Black Fortress of Opium has specialized in exploring the psychic sub-conscious and creating a mood with music that is "rootsy yet ethereal (think Turkey by way of Texas)," - gothicana. Female vocals and unique instrumentation in addition to a rock lineup. Two albums out to date. ... more
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Guitaring
by Tony Savarino and The Savtones
Tony is our guitar player, and is so amazing, we can't say enough! On his recently released debut solo album, he demonstrates his tasteful versatility in several styles. BFOO's Ajda guest sings, too!
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BC35: The 35 Year Anniversary Of BC Studio
by BC35
Marks the 35 year anniversary of our producer Martin Bisi's BC Studio. Features a track by Ajda plus members of Sonic Youth/Swans/White Hills/JG Thirlwell/Cop Shoot Cop/Live Skull/The Dresden Dolls.
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BC35 VOLUME TWO / The 35 Year Anniversary of BC Studio
by BC35
Volume II celebrating 35th anniversary of our producer Martin Bisi's BC Studio. Features a track by Ajda plus music by members of Sonic Youth/Swans/Foetus/Cop Shoot Cop/Live Skull/The Dresden Dolls.
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Pandemic Artist Relief: Music in the Time of Covid-19
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A 26-track comp to benefit artists with cancelled tours, including raucous indie, buoyant pop, and sweet Cyndi Lauper covers.
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Fear of Heights
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Baltimore indie-rock duo Wye Oak explore the thrills and fears of new romance in this dreamy, saxophone-flecked indie jam.
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