The Demon Beat “Bullshit Walks” LP down to the last few copies

We here at Funny / Not Funny Records wanted to announce that the limited number of ‘Bullshit Walks’ LPs in our store are some of the last available for purchase as the band has sold out.  Make sure to pick up a copy in our store before it is too late! 

And while you are at it you can also snag a copy of their latest LP, ‘Less is Less’ in our store as well.  And if you needed further convincing, below is a snip of recent review for the album:

“…The Demon Beat’s third full-length, Less is Less, sounds like indie rock with soul, college rock with guts, and garage rock made someplace other than their parent’s garage. Less is Less is cool without being forced, and its broad approach to rock and roll manages to be both artsy and true-blue music for the masses. Much of this feeling comes from Adam Meisterhans, the guitarist and vocalist whose despairing vocals reach right down into your small intestines in order to pull out last night’s feast…” - In Your Speakers

More on The Demon Beat

We also wanted to announce that The Demon Beat are playing a show right here in our hometown of Harrisonburg on May 16th at the Blue Nile.  For more information on that show check out the facebook event. What the facebook event won’t tell you is that this might be the last chance for anyone in the area to catch the band.  It is with a heavy and proud heart that F/NF alerts you of their planned hiatus.  For more information on that, we recommend checking out a piece put together for West Virginia Public Broadcasting by our friend, close friend of the band, writer for Pop Matters, Dan Mistich.  Click here for a link to the article and audio. Do not fear though as this announcement only marks the next stage of each of their personal music journeys and expect to hear news of future projects.

Monthly Mixtape: Harper Holsinger

April 2013 from funnynotfunnyrecords on 8tracks Radio.

The Funny / Not Funny Records’ Monthly Mixtape installment for this month is curated by label co-owner Harper Holsinger. This mix was originally made for his friend Jesse’s trip out west. Coincidentally, the mix contained The Demon Beat, a rad band for any occasion but it is only right to share this mix with the world since the DB are embarking on a new journey themselves. Long journeys can drag on so having some good tunes to bring along is crucial. Ride, Run. Go!

1. Bare Wires - “Ready To Go!”
Are you ready? I am ready! Saw this band in Austin at the Scoot Inn so obviously they are readying to be moving along. In fact they have gone and went. Band practically broke up at SXSW. If ya dig this tune recommend checking the guitarist’s new band called Warm Soda.

2. Hawkwind - “Born To Go”
In case of Sonic Attack on your district… Do not waste time blocking your ears. Do not waste time seeking a soundproof shelter. Try to get as far away from the sonic source as possible, but do not panic….. Use your wheels. It is what they are for. Go!

3. Black Mountain - “Let Spirits Ride”
For a band that sports the name of a town in the Carolinas you might expect their output to be some form of Appalachian folk but upon first listen you see why I choose this song/band to be included in a mix for driving through the desert. Ride on!

4. Motorhead - “(We Are) The Road Crew
Lemmy. Do i even need to say anything else? Man! What would it be like to be a part of HIS road crew. Guess that is what dreams are for.

5. The Demon Beat - “I’ve Always Run”
My favorite track off of ‘Less is Less’. Wasn’t at first but it grows on you. Maybe you should just pick the LP in our store and find out for yourself!

6. The Black Angels - “You On The Run”
This band must be on the run or at least they are running around. Constantly creating and and being involved. Putting out records, starting labels, starting side projects, putting together festivals, collaborating with Roky, the list goes on and on.  This psych track and honestly all of their tracks are perfect for drives out west.

7. Allah-Las - “Long Journey”
Fairly new band from California comprised of members that have worked for the legendary Amoeba Music. This track is my favorite by the band and can be found on a 7” as well as the closer on their first full length.

8. Moonhearts - “Let Go”
The first Mikal Cronin project I ever heard and I immediately picked up this cassette in response.  Great track from that and a great closer for this mix.  Let go, and go!

Also On The Road Today: Invisible Hand & Whatever Brains

“The best thing about Squirrel Jail is that it allows you to see a truly creative band at work. Judging only by their more refined releases, you would never guess that Invisible Hand tinkers around this much. As you listen to this tape you realize that the band writes their music as a process, discovering new ideas along the way. This is the way great bands work, not knowing when happenstance will create genius but knowing that when it does, you’d better have the tape machine rolling! …” - Fabricoh Magazine

Buy F/NF 024: Invisible Hand - Squirrel Jail Cassette here

We encourage you to check out the entire review by our friends over at Fabricoh Magazine here. Fabricoh is a Raleigh based D.I.Y. print publication providing thoughtful and genuine reviews of physical products produced by aspiring artists in wake of an over-flooded digital age. You can purchase physical copies here.

Borrowed Beams of Light play an acoustic set for RSD

Borrowed Beams Record Store 2013 from Hibernator Gigs on Vimeo.

Check out the video of the song “Rewind” above for a look at the more intimate side of Borrowed Beams of Light. Highlights include a battery powered Casio, solos, and a boy in a superman cape. Enjoy! 

The song “Rewind” is the closer on their first CD EP.  To pick up this release or any other by the Beams, head over to their web store here.

Naked Gods Preform Live Set For Band In Boston Podcast

For more information on their Flophouse Session and the Band In Boston Podcast check out their website here.

F/NF 024: Invisible Hand - Squirrel Jail Cassette

Funny / Not Funny Records is proud to announce the release of “Squirrel Jail” the brand new cassette tape from the Invisible Hand. This collection captures a behind the scenes look at the Invisible Hand. Filled with over an hour of demos, outtakes and alternate versions, which range from lo-fi bedroom garage rock anthems to perfectly polished pop jams. A perfect companion for those summer road trips you are planning.

Buy F/NF 024: Invisible Hand - Squirrel Jail Cassette here in our store. 

OR

Pick up a copy at the MACROCK Label Expo!  That’s right F/NF will be once again tabling at the conference and we will have copies of this new bad boy available for purchase.  So stop by the Blue Nile for some breakfast/buffet, record shopping, arts ‘n craft buying, and for some pleasant tunes provided by the Label Expo Acoustic Showcase. The Label Expo runs from Noon til 4pm.  For more information check out the MACROCK Label Expo Page or the FB EVENT they created.

F/NF Bands @ MACROCK XVI:

Friday April 5th, 2013

6:10 - 6:40pm - Borrowed Beam of Light @ Artful Dodger

8:50 - 9:20pm - Uncle Bengine @ Little Grill Collective

10:30 - 11:00pm - Invisible Hand @ Little Grill Collective (Headlining)

Saturday April 6th, 2013

1:00 - 1:20pm - Uncle Bengine @ Blue Nile (Label Expo Acoustic Showcase)

1:30 - 1:50pm - Dead Professional* @ Blue Nile (Label Expo Acoustic Showcase) 

2:30 - 2:50pm - John Jacob @ Blue Nile (Label Expo Acoustic Showcase)

11:50 - 12:20am - Dead Professional* @ Blue Nile (Official After Party)

12:05 - 12:55am - Eternal Summers @ Clementine Cafe (Headlining)

* John Harouff from The Cinnamon Band solo

Monthly Mixtape: MACROCK XVI Edition

March 2013 from funnynotfunnyrecords on 8tracks Radio.

The Funny / Not Funny Records’ Monthly Mixtape installment for this month is curated by label co-owners Harper Holsinger & Ben Schlabach. The mix is inspired by MACROCK XVI.  All bands included in this list are performing this year so listen, enjoy, and make your way to Harrisonburg, VA this weekend for some fun and the opportunity to hang with the F/NF crew. For more info on the schedule and when each of the bands below are performing please visit the MACROCK website. 

1. Invisible Hand - “Price Bolan Returns From Battle”
Straight from their new cassette, Squirrel Jail!  The title of this bass driven track captures perfectly the overall feel of the song.  The battle has been won and it is time to march home and let loose.   - Ben

2. Ava Luna - “Sequential Holdings”
Had never heard of this group before MACROCK announced their participation on their website. Certainly a band that requires a few listens to mentally digest.  Even their album art is a unique brand of bizarre. The only references that come to mind are a mixture of Dirty Projectors & The Dismemberment Plan, like an unknown cocktail special consisting of Soul and Punk mixed in a blender. Scope this track, scope their live set, and you will see what I mean.  - Harper

3. Banned Books - “Past Life Story”
This eclectic group from Philadelphia has shared the stage with bands like the Delicate Steve, Tera Melos, and Hermit Thrushes and from their sound you can certainly see why. No strangers to Harrisonburg, the band shared the MACROCK stage at Clementine Cafe with the Invisible Hand and Lower Dens last year. So when we started this mix off of with a track from the new F/NF cassette, Banned Books were sure to follow.   - Harper

4. Malatese - “The Fly”
Kicking off the festival on Friday afternoon at the Artful Dodger, these Harrisonburg based rockers present their take on 90’s DC Dischord rock and roll.  Angular riffs out of the playbook of Monorchid and Nation of Ulysses, topped with Ian Svenonius-esk vocals leave us pondering time travel and reincarnation. - Ben

5. Jaill - “Perfect Ten”
Hailing from Milwaukee, these Sub Pop psych-poppers have been around for 10 years or so.  Have released material on Burger Records and Decorated as well.  Polished jangy riffs and catchy lyrics make ‘Perfect Ten’ a perfect selection for this mixtape. Band plays right before the Summers on Saturday. - Harper

6. The People’s Temple - “Looter’s Game”
This band crashed onto my rader after dropping a 7” followed by an LP on Hozac Records last year. Also hailing from a great lakes state like the band directly above, this 60s psych influenced, Lansing based outfit might be one the hidden gems of the conference this year.  Would highly recommend checking them out. - Harper

7. You’re Jovian - “Sentimental Doubt”
This track is not only catchy but it is soaked in a thick dream like texture, holding it’s own with the likes of the Eternal Summers and Wild Nothing. The middle of the song finds the dream taking a turn towards the dark side, leaving the listener covered in night sweats.  This Tidewater based psych rock outfit will follow Malatese at the Dodger, which will make for an epic showcase of great Virginia-based tunes. - Ben

8. Eternal Summers - “You Kill”
Our dream pop besties from the Star City return to Macrock to headline Clementine Cafe on Saturday night.  ”You Kill” creates the prefect soundtrack to a windows down, music up summer drive.  Check out the “You Kill” music video to catch a glimpse of the F/NF crew, we are the ones partying the hardest, which isn’t hard with the Eternal Summers as the soundtrack! - Ben