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NEWS: Magana Radio Session / #1 on Hype Machine + Reviews and Interviews from Rosy Overdrive / Firebird Magazine / Various Small Flames / Analogue Trash and more!

It has been one week since the release of Magana’s ‘Teeth‘ LP and we’ve been pretty thrilled with the response, thank you so much.

Last week we were hyped to share features, interviews, and reviews with the likes of The Alternative, Atwood Magazine, Joyzine, If It Be Your Will, Amplify the Noise, KRUI, Austin Town Hall, Absent Sounds, and many others. Magana was even able to reach #1 in both the Hype Machine “Popular Now“ and “Most Posted Artists” charts.

This week, I’m excited that the good news keeps rolling in and there’s lots more stuff to be hyped about.

Firstly, Magana is in session for Leo Gilbert on Dandelion Radio this month. The show streams daily via the station’s website and you can stream it on demand via Mixcloud too (check out Mark Whitby’s show too for a session with bedbug and some Max Blansjaar airplay).

Magana did a great interview with Firebird Magazine (you might remember them for their brilliant feature with Frog) where they talked ‘Teeth,’ Mitski, and her plans for upcoming ambient and orchestral music releases. Check it out here.

I was also fortunate enough to get to write another guest feature for Various Small Flames, this time reflecting on the memories and music of my time knowing and working with Jeni Magaña. It covers her better-known songs like “Inches Apart,” as well as compilation appearances, her CHUCK and Cloud covers, the pen pin pop project, and her more experimental work. This was a really nice experience for me so I hope you enjoy it too: “You Got Shit to Do: a Magana Restrospective By Audio Antihero Records”

You Got Shit to Do: a Magana Retrospective By Audio Antihero Records

Magana also shared some of her influences for ‘Teeth’ with The Daily Music Report:

The music that influenced Magana’s ‘Teeth’

It has also been really nice getting support from David Dean Burkhart recently through his “Compact Cassette” playlist and YouTube channel, as well as Deb Grant at BBC 6 Music and Roddy Hart on BBC Scotland. We recently appreciate any and all help in getting new ears on this beautiful record.

Lastly, I really liked these new reviews:

“Feels equally at home in the era of doomy 60s girl pop and the modern age of dreampop and lushly-drawn indie music. Magaña’s vocals exude joy and pain in equal measure…” – Analogue Trash

“‘Teeth’ stands tall as tangible proof of the transformative power of music. With otherworldly melodies, evocative lyrics, and a production style that envelopes the listener, Magana offers a fourteen-track journey of healing and self-discovery.” – Broken 8 Records

“Magana has a dramatic, floating vocal style that puts her in line with a lot of the big “indie folk” acts of today, but it’s her embrace of more adventurous instrumentation that sets Teeth apart from the crowd more than anything else.” – Rosy Overdrive

Pressing Concerns: Hello Emerson, Fanclubwallet, The Church, Magana

We should have lots more good stuff to share soon, but in the meantime, ‘Teeth’ is available via Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple Music, etc. Tell a pal.

You can say ‘hi!’ to Magana through her social pages via Linktree (or just wave if you’re going to see Mitski soon).


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News: MAGANA premieres ‘Teeth’ LP with Atwood Magazine / FROG play free show with HORSE JUMPER OF LOVE

Magana’s stunning and strange ‘Teeth’ LP is streaming now through the excellent Atwood Magazine in the gorgeous premiere and interview feature below.

“The songs read more like spells”: Magana Premieres ‘Teeth,’ Her Witchy, Warm, & Wondering Sophomore LP

“Brutally vulnerable and beautifully breathtaking, ‘Teeth’ is as visceral and raw as it is dramatically layered: Magana’s sophomore album is an uncompromisingly intimate and spiritual rock record reckoning with trauma, inner connection, the fragility of the human experience, and what it means to be alive.” – Atwood Magazine

‘Teeth’ is released on Monday the 25th of March and it’s available for pre-order via Bandcamp. Its singles are available on Spotify.

Magana also recently spoke to South London’s Joyzine, which is another great interview worth reading:

Interview + Track Premiere: 10 Questions with Magana as we give you a first chance to hear new single ‘To My Love’

There’ll also be a great in-depth interview with Magana on Saturday on the Hello GoodBye Show on London’s legendary Resonance FM. The show airs in London (FM & DAB) and Poland, plus it’ll be available to stream worldwide online. Check the link below for times and details.

HG info: 23.03.24 – ft. Magana

Forever busy, Jeni Magaña is back on the road with Mitski now so if you’re going to any of those shows (dates here), please be sure to wave. She also played upright bass on the new single, which you can check out below:

Mitski releases Pete Seeger cover and acoustic version of “Buffalo Replaced”

FROG W/ HORSE JUMPER OF LOVE ON MARCH 23RD (FREE, NY):

Frog will be playing a free show with the amazing Horse Jumper of Love on Saturday (March 23rd). It takes place at the Blue Room on the Sarah Lawrence College campus. The event is hosted by the college’s WSLC radio station. Pretty cool.


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NEWS: Frog Release Live Film via Patreon / New Magana Single / New Max Blansjaar Single

Frog have released their first live performance film, “Unplugged and Unhinged.” This film by Jarod Walker was released on March 8th via the band’s new Patreon where they will be premiering audio and video recordings of their shows going forward. A free seven-day trial is available.

Fan favourites “Don’t Tell Me Where You’re Going“ and “RIP to the Empire State Flea Market“ have been uploaded to YouTube as a preview. For more details, please see the press release.

Frog will also be touring the Northeast (Philadelphia, NYC, Boston/Somerville) this month, tickets and information are available at Songkick and Bands In Town.

Magana – “Break Free” Single Out Now:

Magana’s “Break Free” single is out now – available on Bandcamp, Spotify, etc. It’s taken from her ‘Teeth’ LP which is out on March 25th.

Huge thanks to Austin Town Hall for premiering the single:

ATH Premiere: Magana Shares Break Free

Plus, our thanks to folks like Amplify the Noise, Niche Music, The Whole Kameese, GRRRL Music, The Daily Music Report, and others, for sharing it.

Antihero PR: Max Blansjaar – “Anna Madonna” Single Out Now:

A quick update from the world of Antihero PR, I’m working with Beanie Tapes on the upcoming debut album from Max Blansjaar. ‘False Comforts’ was produced by Katie Von Schleicher and Nate Mendelsohn and will be released on June 21st.

The “Anna Madonna“ single was released yesterday and you can read about it on Brooklyn Vegan:

20 New Songs Out Today

Plus, great sites like Various Small Flames, Mindies, Acute Pop, Music N Gear, and a bunch of others.


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OUT NOW: Magana – “Paul” (Music Video) / Bedbug & Magana in Hype Machine Charts

As premiered by God Is In The TV, the aching music video for Magana’s gorgeous “Paul“ single is out now.

“Paul” is taking from March 25th’s ‘Teeth‘ LP (pre-order via Bandcamp / follow on Spotify).

You can catch up with Magana through Linktree (or if you’re going to see Mitski on tour soon, be sure to wave!).

Magana and Bedbug both Top 5 on Hype Machine:

We’re also so grateful for all of the support that bedbug and Magana have been receiving. Today both artists are Top 5 in the Hype Machine “Most Posted Artists“ chart (plus making Top 20 appearances in the “Popular Now“ chart).

You can check out some of the brilliant support that Magana’s ‘Teeth‘ (pre-order via Bandcamp / follow via Spotify) and bedbug’s ‘pack your bags the sun is growing’ (pre-order via Disposable America / follow via Spotify) have been receiving below.

Huge thanks to the likes of Pitchfork, NPR Music, BBC Radio 6 Music, BBC Radio Scotland, Allston Pudding, The Alternative, Atwood Magazine, Various Small Flames, Buzz Bands LA, Music N Gear, Acute Pop, Pure Mzine, Fingertips Music, Start-Track, Austin Town Hall, Double J Radio, The Bridge (NPR Music Kansas City), Spotify’s “Fresh Finds“ and heaps of others for all the support.

Recent Magana and bedbug press:

Reaching Up to Heaven and Just Falling Short: A Bedroom Pop Retrospective by bedbug
Video Of The Week #271: Magana – Paul (Premiere)
https://allstonpudding.com/bedbug-check-in-with-postcard
Magana – Paul
“Beside You” – Magana
Bedbug Announce Pack Your Bags the Sun is Growing
The Alt Weekly Roundup (1/29)
[song] Magana – Paul
Single: Magana – Paul
Bedbug “postcard”
Stream: Greatest Hits … This Week (Vol. 278)
Interview: Jeni Magaña (Magana, Mitski, Lady Lamb)
Bedbug – postcard
Magana、’Paul’を公開
bedbug – ‘halo on the interstate’
Bedbug Releases “Halo On The Interstate” Single From Upcoming Album Pack Your Bags The Sun Is Growing
bedbug – ‘Postcard’
Interview: bedbug
[song] bedbug – halo on the interstate
Weekly Listening: February 2024 #3
Magana – ‘Paul’

For more details Audio Antihero PR please go here or follow us on Twitter.


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NEW SINGLES: Magana / My Best Unbeaten Brother / bedbug

It has been a busy week at Audio Antihero Towers:

Magana – “Paul”:

Though Magana is off on tour with Mitski at the moment, the hits keep on coming. “Paul,” the latest single from her upcoming ‘Teeth‘ LP is out now:

We’re so grateful to the ever-excellent Various Small Flames for premiering the song:

“Today we have the pleasure of sharing latest single, ‘Paul’. A song where grief is transcribed almost verbatim, and tenderness, strangeness and plain disbelief can exist simultaneously.”

Magana – Paul
We’re so happy that the new Magana is getting picked up for airplay by Deb Grant and Tom Ravenscroft for BBC 6 Music’s New Music Fix and by Roddy Hart on BBC Radio Scotland. The reviews yesterday were lovely too:

“The solo project of multi-instrumentalist and Bakersfield native Jeni Magaña (bassist for Mitski and Lady Lamb), Magana will release their sophomore album, “Teeth,” on March 25. The grief-stricken “Paul” is the latest of four singles, which cover plenty of sonic and emotional ground.” – Buzz Bands LA

“As anticipation builds for the release of “Teeth”, fans can expect a sonic journey unlike any other, as Magana invites them to delve into the depths of her imagination and experience the enchanting world of Witchy Rock firsthand.” –Pure Mzine

“Jeni Magaña, esteemed for her roles as the bassist for Mitski and Lady Lamb, ventures into new sonic territories with ‘Paul,’ blending elements of Witchy Rock, Ghost Pop, and Acid Folk. Embarking on her solo journey, ‘Paul’ showcases Magana’s artistry and her growth as an independent artist.” – The Daily Music Report

The single is taken from her ‘Teeth’ LP, which will be released on Monday, the 25th of March, to coincide with the peak illumination of the Worm Moon.

My Best Unbeaten Brother – “Slayer on a Sunny Day”:

After getting some wonderful support from BBC Introducing, the blogosphere and college radio, we decided to put “Slayer on a Sunny Day“ from My Best Unbeaten Brother (ex-Nosferatu D2 / Tempertwig / Superman Revenge Squad) up as a free/PWYW download on Bandcamp.

Here’s a little bit of the lovely press coverage this new project from Ben and Adam Parker and bassist Ben Fry has received so far:

“After a ten year hiatus, the much lauded Parker brothers return to their literate and urgent ouevre with a new band and a new album.” – Electric Sound of Joy

“Pairing a racing momentum with droll delivery in an attempt to look on the bright side and make the best of the present moment, no matter how difficult outside forces conspire to make such a mindset.” – Various Small Flames

“Something in the song is growling at you instantly; the guitar lines have this edge to them that immediately has you on edge…the anticipation builds for that whole first minute. Then you’ve the seemingly spoken vocal delivery that works through the track as the guitars stab and poke through your speakers; it’s this riotous bit of ramshackle rock n’ roll that’s perfectly balanced to rip through your speakers.” – Austin Town Hall

bedbug – “postcard” (Disposable USA):

As you might be aware, Audio Antihero is now providing freelance PR services, with lots of really good stuff coming soon (keep an eye on the Antihero PR Twitter).

One record I’m proud to be working on is bedbug’s “pack your bags the sun is growing,” which is out March 15th on Disposable USA.

The album’s second (and final) single “postcard“ is out now:

It was premiered in a great interview with Allston Pudding and also accompanied by bedbug’s gorgeous (and hilarious) “Reaching Up to Heaven and Just Falling Short: A Bedroom Pop Retrospective” essay for Atwood Magazine.

https://allstonpudding.com/bedbug-check-in-with-postcard
Reaching Up to Heaven and Just Falling Short: A Bedroom Pop Retrospective by bedbug

This has been a really fun album to work on with so much more cool stuff to come, but we’ve been ecstatic to get coverage from Pitchfork, NPR Music, Spotify (“Fresh Finds”), Buzz Bands LA, Acute Pop, Austin Town Hall, Spectral Nights, Thoughts Words Action, Get In Her Ears, The Alternative, and lots more.


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New Magana LP / Frog Updates (Radio & Live)

Magana has announced ‘Teeth,’ her second album, which will be released on March 25th (to coincide with the Worm Moon’s peak illumination) through Audio Antihero and her own Colored Pencils imprint. Magana is the solo project of multi-instrumentalist Jeni Magaña, who has spent the last few years on the road as bassist for Mitski (from Jimmy Kimmel to Glastonbury) and Lady Lamb, as well as working with Emily Moore as one-half of the pen pin pop duo.

Spun from Magaña’s meditations and synth experiments, ‘Teeth,’ which she describes as “Witchy Rock,” is unlike any of her past works. An album about “regrowth and a new view on the world,” its sound touches on Acid Folk, Alternative Pop, and even Krautrock as she tackles the bleakest and most brutally honest subjects of her songwriting career.

Pre-Order ‘Teeth’ on Bandcamp & Stream the latest single on Spotify. Catch up with Magana on Linktree.

Frog on CJAM 99.1 FM’s “Absent Sounds”:

Bateman from Frog did an in-depth interview with Absent Sounds on CJAM 99.1 FM (Windsor & Detroit). It’s available now to stream on demand. Weadee and Weajue have a great show with a lot of really good guests (Fucked Up / Chris Walla) so check out their archive.

Frog Live (Philadelphia / NYC / Somerville):

Frog will be playing in Philadelphia, PA; NYC, NY, and Someville, MA, between March 14th and 16th. Tickets and info for all three shows can be found via Songkick.


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STREAM: Frog’s interviews for BBC & Resonance FM are available now on demand.

Danny Bateman from Frog was featured this week by both the Roddy Hart Show on BBC Radio Scotland, and The Hello GoodBye Show on Resonance FM. It was a big week for Frog in the UK and both tracks are available now to stream at your convenience.

Airing originally via BBC Radio Scotland on Tuesday evening, you can now stream Bateman’s “Me-in-3” song selections via BBC Sounds for the next month.

Airing originally via FM & DAB radio through London’s Resonance FM (and Pawarota Radio in Poland) on Saturday afternoon, this in-depth interview can now be streamed on Mixcloud.

This was actually Frog’s second appearance on deXter Bentley’s Resonance FM show, having played a live session for them back in January 2016 (as seen in Alex Coppola’s “Kings of Blah” documentary).

This week’s show though even features “Slayer on a Sunny Day” by My Best Unbeaten Brother, who you’ll be hearing a lot more from pretty soon. But if you haven’t heard already, are a new trio featuring Ben and Adam Parker of Nosferatu D2, Tempertwig, and Superman Revenge Squad.

Audio Antihero artists have a long history of appearing on the Hello GoodBye Show, with a few examples preserved on Spotify:


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SWAMP TALK: Frog features on BBC Scotland, The Alternative & Resonance FM

It is going to be a busy week at Swamp Towers.

‘GROG’ Track-by-Track Feature on The Alternative:

First thing on the agenda is Frog’s excellent “Track by Track” feature with The Alternative. It’s a great dive into the ‘GROG‘ album from Danny Bateman, exploring the meaning and methods behind this wonderful record. Our thanks to Jami Fowler for putting the piece together.

Track by Track: Frog – ‘GROG’

BBC Radio Scotland:

Tonight (Jan 9th): Bateman will also be on BBC Scotland tonight for The Roddy Hart Show. With ‘GROG’ having recently been the show’s “Record of Note,” Bateman was invited to talk about three songs that shaped him for their “Me-in-3” feature. Listen live at 10pm GMT / 5pm EST or catch it after broadcast on BBC Sounds. Thanks to Roddy and Richard Bull for arranging this.

Resonance FM:

“American lo-fi, indie-pop rockers Frog return to The Hello GoodBye Show a full eight years on from their blistering live session back in 2016…Today’s special feature includes a pre-recorded interview with songwriter Daniel Bateman plus, a few tracks from the new LP ‘Grog’.”

HG info: 13.01.24 – ft. Frog

Saturday (Jan 13th): Frog return to London’s legendary Resonance FM for deXter Bentley’s excellent Hello GoodBye Show! Tune-in live (Central London on 104.4 FM, D.A.B. in Greater London, PAWAROTA in Poland, and worldwide online via ResonanceFM.com) at 12pm GMT / 7AM EST or find it on Mixcloud after broadcast.

Frog Live w/ Ray Bull (Brooklyn , Jan 25th):

The show has already sold out once so don’t miss it this time: tickets.

THIS SHOW HAS SOLD OUT TWICE. Ticket waiting list here. Follow on Songkick for future show announcements!

More Audio Antihero News & Headlines:

New Tune from My Best Unbeaten Brother
Frog – GROG
[song] My Best Unbeaten Brother – Slayer on a Sunny Day


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Frog Live in January (moved to bigger venue)! / New Band from Ben & Adam Parker (Nosferatu D2 / Superman Revenge Squad / Tempertwig)!

After a great sell-out show at Manhattan’s Canary Club, Frog’s Brooklyn show with Ray Bull sold out too!

Due to the great demand for tickets, the show has been moved into a larger venue! If you missed out the first around, be sure to grab tickets for Frog at Elsewhere (The Hall) on January 25th (tickets & info)!

If you’re one of many people only just learning about Frog now through ‘GROG,’ then check out these two introductory features on Various Small Flames:

Hits from the Swamp: An Introduction to Frog by Audio Antihero Records
From the Depths: Frog’s Under-the-Radar Bangers by Audio Antihero Records

My Best Unbeaten Brother (Nosferatu D2 / Tempertwig / Superman Revenge Squad)

Longtime supporters of Audio Antihero, will be pretty familiar with Ben and Adam Parker for their work within Nosferatu D2, Tempertwig, and The Superman Revenge Squad Band.

The Parker brothers recently formed a new band, their first since 2013, called My Best Unbeaten Brother. They’ve put a song up on Spotify called “Slayer on a Sunny Day” which you can hear in these introductory playlists:

You can follow My Best Unbeaten Brother on Spotify / Twitter / Instagram / Facebook / Bandcamp.

For a refresher on their past works, the Parker brothers’ previous groups have swanky new artist profiles:

Nosferatu D2
Superman Revenge Squad Band
Tempertwig


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Frog on Pitchfork / Frog Live / “GROG” CDs Available!

Frog’s “GROG” got a delightful review from Nina Corcoran on Pitchfork – please read it.

“Daniel’s humdrum American portraiture and embodiment of passionate persistence have defined Frog’s sound for nearly a decade, and on Grog, a brotherly bond encourages those songwriting traits to get louder, bolder, and weirder without sacrificing any of the heart.” – Pitchfork

Frog CDs Available Now:

Grab them on Bandcamp or frog.band (where t-shirts are available too).

Frog Live:

Frog’s December 19th show has sold out (thanks for the house Frog!) but they’ll be supporting Ray Bull on Jan 25th at Elsewhere (Zone One) in Brooklyn, NY! Tickets & info.

https://twitter.com/heyitsfrog/status/1735695174519361670

Audio Antihero Label Feature on START-TRACK:

There’s an “Introducing” feature on Audio Antihero Records up now on START-TRACK, featuring Frog, Cloud and Nosferatu D2.

Introducing labels: Audio Antihero