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and diversity of these acts points to a bright future for music even as the industry as a whole re- mains in flux. Let’s take a look… Swedish heavy metalers Night are set to have their day yet again with the release of their third full length album Raft of the World containing 9 ravishing rock hymns that point to a musi- cal progression of the band to- wards a more rock-based sound. Bring it on! Vampire, Trap Them). Fortune’s Folly are an alterna- tive rock band out of Eugene, Oregon, who plan to paint the town, country, and world “Red” with their new EP of the same name. Their lead single “Shake It Out” is shaping up to be a color- ful, jubilant hybrid of their jazzy, jam pop sound. Thirsty Curses is an eclectic four-piece rock ‘n’ roll band from Raleigh, NC. Like a tall glass of water they satisfy on their latest single “Holy Moly” that is an in- fectious blend of rock and punk infused with southern charm – we swear! Watch a video for “Shake it Out” by Fortune’s Folly NJ STAGE 2017 - Vol. 4 No. 8 INDEX NEXT ARTICLE 136