Based from out in Long Island, Gnarly Karma have an indelible summer jam to keep you occupied with "Hot Fire". Featuring rapper Qung Xav, the song features mellow reggae rhythms conjured upon a steady melodic framework that sets everything in motion very quickly, and allows the listener to feel immediately calm, relaxed, and ready for whatever is coming their way. I found much to be desired from this track, as it lies in the crux between reggae and hip-hop that satisfies fans

Boston natives Fantastic Liars definitely made their voice known with their recent performance at The Mid East Upstairs along with Peachpit and Rye Pines for Today Junior's CD release show. The band has a dynamic and diverse musical arsenal, coupled with some incredible sax work from Craig McKeone who adds a jazzy feel to the collective that is hard to pin down genrewise. David Hodgman adds some solid vocal work, while Julian Hammond displays some slick work with the bass tha