My first venture to Three Clubs turned out rewarding. Not only did I get to see New Limb once again, after speaking to them a couple of years ago in Downtown L.A., but one of their opening acts this time was a hot band called Robotanists. After listening to a few of their tunes, it’s not surprising that TV and film music supervisors have already come knocking on the band’s door. Tight rhythms pound under longing, soaring vocals. Lead guitarist Daniel DeBlanke’s mastery of the amp is evident on each song. Lead singer Sarah Ellquist said she’s seen a direct correlation between TV exposure and an increase in downloads of the band’s songs, citing recent placements on both ABC and MTV. I would categorize the band’s songs as high priority downloads. Next stop for Robotanists is the Make Music Pasadena Fesitval. I spoke with Sarah after the show, video below.
State of the Independent Music Scene
