The Useless Critic 2.0

And before I call it a day, I'm happy to share the latest single from Phoenix-based new wave band Paper Foxes, "Heart-Strings." The band - named by AP as the best unsigned band in Arizona in 2020 - is capable of producing one hell of a catchy track. This atmospheric (but extremely danceable) track only further proves this point. I'm quite a fan of the band as I'm sure my previous posts have made evident. It's definitely one of the best songs I've heard this summer; every summer, no matter how generally bleh it is, deserves a good soundtrack. I'm bummed I missed their show at the Rebel Lounge but I look forward to seeing them soon. 

Phoenix-based Paper Foxes are back with a red-hot single that is reminiscent of the best of The Killers in moments, The Midnight in others. The new wave/synth sounds of their latest track "Crystal Ball" feel hopeful even if the lyrics seem to tell a different story.  The Bob Hoag-produced song is an extremely energetic and catchy return to form for the band, who released their fantastic debut album "Popular Confessions" in 2019. Hear the title track off the album below: The new single kicks off some exciting news for the band - they'll be playing a few live shows this summer, first in Tucson (Club Congress @ June 30th) and then in Phoenix (Rebel Lounge @ July 2nd). Hopefully that also means more new music is on the way from the group - who were named "The Best Unsigned Band in Arizona" by  the Alternative Press in 2020.

If you live in Phoenix and haven't listened to Paper Foxes or caught a show by them, then what is wrong with you? This talented new-wave/synthpop band released their debut album,"Popular Confessions," this past fall, and damn. With vocals that are vaguely reminiscent of Brian Molko from Placebo and clear influences from the world of New Order, they are a band to keep an eye on. Plus they do so many live shows in the Valley, you're bound to bump into them at some point.  It's a good time to live in Phoenix if you like music. I would strongly suggest listening to Panic Baby as well.