Welcome to the 14th and latest installment of The Bad Penny‘s Bandcamp Freebie series, in which we handpick our favorite free songs on the platform and dish them up for your consumption. This is one of our most diverse arrays yet, so let’s dig in.
(Note: If you’re financially capable of supporting any of these artists and/or labels, please consider doing so.)
1. Dumb Waiter – “Dumb”
Experimental noise-rockers Dumb Waiter are gearing up for the release of their new album, Change, on July 31 through Ossein Records. The band from Richmond, Virginia, has a lot of experience under its belt, but this time Dumb Waiter are deviating from their no-vocals policy for the first time. Hear what the previously instrumental-only gang sounds like with their new approach courtesy of this free tune. Commenting on the band’s decision to incorporate vocals, saxophonist/vocalist Tristan Brennis said, “What more is there to say without saying anything? We realized that we had a whole lot to say about the current state of the world and this hyper-acceleration of society that I think we’re all feeling day in day out.” Dumb Waiter sound like a good candidate for The Bad Penny‘s On Tyranny series …
2. Maura Weaver – Strange Devotion
Alt-country newcomer Maura Weaver, formerly of pop punk band Mixtapes, generously gifted us with her second solo album gratis in September. The indie-pop record was written and recorded two years ago “in a Northern Kentucky studio that may or may not be haunted,” according to her Bandcamp page. “Still present are the hooks, melodies, and thoughtful lyrics that have become Weaver’s staple,” the statement further said.
3. 7-11 Jesus – White Noise
Like Maura Weaver, Boston noise-rock band 7-11 Jesus are in a charitable mood these days, making the new full-length they just put out last month available for free on Bandcamp. Released through TRA$H $UN RECORD$, this is the trio’s third record and first in five years after a long break.
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