10 CMJ Heavyweights

These artists have a solid fan base and buzz already established; their CMJ’s heavyweights, showing the rest how it’s done (or in some cases, seeking a career revival). Either way, CMJ proves to be a platform for artists to not only be discovered but reaffirmed. It’s always fun to include some bigger acts in the CMJ mix – will you be checking any of them out?

Alex Winston

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Alex Winston may have only released her debut album, King Con, this year, but her vocal chops (and accelerating following) have everyone’s attention.

Neon Gold Showcase
October 16, 11:15PM
Santos Party House
96 Lafayette St. New York, NY 10013

Dum Dum Girls

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Their new EP End Of Daze prove these ladies have longevity.

Stereogum/Popgun Showcase
Oct 17, 8:15pm
Glasslands Gallery: 289 Kent Ave, BK

October 18, 8:00pm
Terminal 5: 610 W 56th St.

Electric Guest

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These brooding LA boys have everyone falling for their electro-pop sound

Showcase:
October 20, 8:00pm
Irving Plaza
17 Irving Place New York, NY 10003

Icona Pop

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Equal parts bad-ass and adorable, Icona Pop have so much swag you kinda wish they were your best friends, but you’ll settle for a killer dance party instead.

Stereogum and Popgun Showcase
October 17, 8:00pm
Glasslands Gallery: 289 Kent Ave, BK

Neon Gold Showcase: October 19 1:00am
Santos Party House: 96 Lafayette St.

Windish Showcase October 20, 12:00am
Brooklyn Bowl: 61 Wythe Avenue, BK

Nina Sky

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Nina Sky’s debut album was released in 2004. Label struggles led to a delay with their sophomore release, Nicole & Natalie, which came out over the summer. With new music the twins are back and ready to reclaim their spot in the urban music scene.

Showcase:
Oct. 17, 10:50 PM
The Studio at Webster Hall
125 East 11th St, New York, NY 10003

Quiet Company

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If you haven’t heard of Quiet Company, it’s time to familiarize yourself. They’re one of Austin’s most adored rock bands, here to bring a little Texas charm to the big apple.

MezzoForte Showcase:
October 20, 11:00pm
Mercury Lounge
217 East Houston St. Manhattan, NY 10002

Sky Ferreira

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The singer/model’s EP Ghost is out today (Oct 16). Her look and sound has all eyes watching and wondering what she’ll do next.

Showcases:
October 17, 8:00pm
Union Hall: 702 Union St. BK

CAA Showcase, October 18, 8:00pm
Bowery Ballroom: 6 Delancey St.

Neon Gold Showcase, October 18, 12:30am
Santos Party House Basement: 96 Lafayette St.

Teddy Geiger

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You remember “For You I Will (Confidence)” starring Kristin Cavallari in the video? Well this crooner is no longer ‘underage’ and ready to reveal his new sound on his upcoming album The Last Fears

Showcase: October 16, 7:00pm
Rockwood Music Hall Stage 2: 196 Allen St

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