PALMS - ARTIST OF THE WEEK CONTEST!

We're honored to be hosting Palms (a crossover of members from the legendary Isis and Deftones) as our Artist of the Week! If you haven't heard their debut EP yet, it's more than recommended. The fusion of "Oceanic" era Isis composition with Chino Moreno's angular / atmospheric vocals is incredible.

In support of this, we're hosting a FREE MERCH CONTEST for you guys! One lucky winner will have a vinyl copy of "Palms" sent to their doorstep. Follow the directions below and jam some Palms!

ENTER TO WIN
1. Must like Palms
2. Must like The Circle Pit
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BONUS
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2. Comment on the post for a third vote

This contest ends Tuesday 7/23 at 9 PM EST!

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Links: Facebook // Stream // Merch

PALMS (ISIS / DEFTONES) DEBUT ALBUM STREAM

Palm’s debut, self-titled album is due out next Tuesday, June 25th. Right now the whole thing is available for streaming over at Spin.com. So if you’re unsure about picking this one up or just can’t wait one more week, head over and start listening to this one right away.

Palms is the brainchild of former Isis players Aaron Harris, Jeff Caxide, and Clifford Meyer. These guys decided they wanted to continue writing together after the demise of Isis. These 6 songs are the result of that desire. Deftones singer Chino Moreno was subsequently recruited to add his signature angelic, atmospheric vocals over the top of what was already laid down.

Fans of “Oceanic” era Isis and Moreno’s softest vocals will be most attracted to Palms but these guys have definitely made an album that is greater than the sum of its parts. The band’s first offering will be released via Ipecac recordings and is available for pre-order if you’re ready to pull the trigger on this one. Also, the artwork is killer.

-Trisolino

Links: Facebook // Stream // Pre-Order

PALMS RELEASE FIRST SINGLE (FEATURING MEMBERS OF DEFTONES / ISIS)

Palms, a band featuring three members of legendary Isis and Chino Moreno of Deftones, released the first single, titled "Patagonia", off of their new self titled album due out June 25th. The tune is quite relaxing and Chino’s vocals here provide the perfect palatable human aspect, lacking in instrumental music, to latch onto. His soothing voice, atop atmospheric guitar layered in delay and smooth bass lines, creates some of the most relaxing sounds I’ve heard in recently. Though never a huge fan of Deftones, this song reminds me most of the atmosphere and mood invoked by "Cherry Waves", sans the heavy bridge, which is my favorite track they’ve ever put out. It’s safe to say this slice of the album has gotten me pretty excited.

Click HERE to listen to "Patagonia" courtesy of Pitchfork.

-Trisolino

Links: Facebook // Twitter // Official Website