Stereogum — Long-running North Carolina indie-rock duo the Rosebuds are gearing up to release Sand + Silence, their sixth LP and first for Western Vinyl. Former Carolina resident Justin Vernon was involved in its making, as was Nick Sanborn of Sylvan Esso and Me... more info

Brooklyn Vegan — As mentioned, Sylvan Esso are headlining NYC's Bowery Ballroom on September 12. That show just sold out, and the dancey duo have now added a show at the decidely smaller Rough Trade happening the day before (9/11). Tickets for... more info

Nialler9 — Sylvan Esso, the duo of Amelia Meath (Mountain Man) and Nick Sanborn (Megafaun) have just released their debut self-titled album of charming indie/pop electronic tracks including personal favourites ‘Coffee’, ‘Mama’ and ‘Play It Right’. ... more info