Week of 05/18/16
Get your midweek music discovery fix in the Listening Booth today with DJRePete. He’s got more collaborations from Tanya Donelly’s Swan Series, electro alt via Alex Napping and Eagulls, and a “Bowie-inspired” set featuring Fauna Shade and a throwback by Pond. Plus hit up info on the upcoming Bravalla Festival in Sweden featuring hometown band The Sounds. And don’t miss an all-female vocals spotlight with the likes of Chairlift, Ex Hex, Night School, and Pity Sex. That’s what’s doin on this edition of the Listening Booth on your BTRtoday Wednesday!
Fauna Shade / Photo by Fauna Shade
Night School / Photo by Night School
Pity Sex / Photo by Pity Sex
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