Week of 03/05/16
Happy Saturday! We’ve got another great one for you on BTR today, with new tracks from exciting artists like Carter Tanton, Via Tania, and even Violent Femmes! They haven’t put out a new full album in 14 years! Plus, BTR has a brand new amazing website and a brand new amazing app, which you should go check out in the app store right now if you haven’t already. And don’t forget to give BTR a like on Facebook while you’re at it!
Mount Moriah – How To Dance
Teen – Love Yes
Low Cut Connie – Hi Honey
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