CMJ Music Marathon

Photo: Jeff Schorfheide

It’s day two of CMJ Music Marathon, meaning there’s still a long road ahead for badgeholders looking to cram in as much as possible over the next four days. Fortunately, CMJ is here to lend a helping hand, with some expert advice on which artists to see throughout the day. Remember, it’s a Marathon not a sprint, although you may need to quicken your pace when you see what we’ve got in store for you across the city.

Make sure you check back in with us over the coming days for more tips on artists to see, panels to attend, parties to be seen at, and much more.

01. Local Natives @ Bowery Ballroom

The headliners of this Champion-sponsored showcase have received plenty of accolades for their 2009 debut, Gorilla Manor, which combined psychedelic rock with folkier stylings. This show rounds out a line-up that includes SKATERS, San Cisco, Pacific Air and Solid Gold.

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02. Dum Dum Girls @ Glasslands Gallery

Dum Dum Girls started by interlacing retro pop with the beautiful darkness of the Jesus And Mary Chain. This year’s End Of Daze EP suggests their songwriting skills are improving at a furious pace, making this a must-see show in the tiny surroundings of Glasslands.

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Dum Dum Girls CMJ profile page.

03. Matthew E. White @ Union Pool


This showcase for PR firm Team Clermont is headed up by Matthew E. White, whose work rests comfortably in the cracks between psychedelia, gospel and country.

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Matthew E. White CMJ profile page.


04. Dignan Porch @ CMJ Union

The Music Is GREAT Britain showcase at CMJ Union begins with these Captured Tracks signings from Southwest London, who trade in experimental indie sounds.

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Dignan Porch CMJ profile page.

05. Robert DeLong @ The Slipper Room

Los Angeles-based Robert DeLong headlines this Glassnote showcase at the Slipper Room tonight, bringing his unique mix of song-oriented EDM.

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Robert DeLong CMJ profile page.

06. Humans @ Arlene’s Grocery

Expect a flood of aggressive electronic sound when Vancouver’s Humans take to the stage around midnight at this Canadian Blast showcase at Arlene’s Grocery.

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Humans CMJ profile page.

07. Sky Ferreira @ Union Hall

Sky Ferreira barely needs any introduction. She’s a multi-talented singer and actress whose As If! EP is one of those rare releases gaining acclaim in indie and mainstream circles. Get to Union Hall early if you want to see this one.

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Sky Ferreira CMJ profile page.

08. Local H @ CMJ Union

Chicago’s Local H continues the tradition of two-man rock bands that have flooded the music scene over the last decade or so. Here, they open up the Slimstyle Records showcase at CMJ Union.

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Local H CMJ profile page.

09. Flatbush Zombies @ Santos Party House

Well-connected New York rappers Flatbush Zombies are part of this Vice/Noisy showcase at Santos, which is likely to be one of the biggest party spots of the entire festival this year.

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Flatbush Zombies CMJ profile page.

10. Brodka @ Fat Baby

Brodka plays this showcase of music from Poland bearing the amusing title Don’t Panic! We’re From Poland. Panic will be the last thing on anyone’s mind when she leans into her electro-laced singer-songwriter material.

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Brodka CMJ profile page.