On February 5th, the wait is over. The Pines are releasing Above The Prairie, the follow up album to their LP Dark So Gold, which came out in 2012. Though the record at times can be uneven and shaky, it still excels in bursting moments of glory. Long stretches …
Read More »Interview: Samuel Lee
1. You’re stepping away from the “heartland rock” sound on this EP and delving into more soulful territory. What made you move in this new direction? Rhythm and Blues have always been a really big part of my musical identity. For years, when I’d pick up my guitar, often …
Read More »Album Review: Matthew Logan Vasquez: Solicitor Returns
You may recognize the name Matthew Logan Vasquez as the lead singer of the band Delta Spirit, but now Vasquez is venturing out on his own solo adventure with the release of Solicitor Returns, (Feb. 9th) and the record proves that he has much to offer the music world. “Maria” …
Read More »EP Review: Death Valley Dreams
Infused with shades of Kings of Leon, The Killers, and even David Bowie, Death Valley Dreams self titled EP is full of alternative glory. The album kicks off with “Words Like Fire” which features dark vocals from lead singer Nick Coyle and a new wave, electronic sound that sounds …
Read More »Album Review. Walking With Giants: Worlds Unknown
Singer and guitarist Gary Noon recently teamed up with some of his idols Clint Lowery, Morgan Rose, and Brian Marshall on his full length Walking With Giants LP Worlds Unknown. The album is dark sounding but ultimately leaves listeners with positive messages which is just what Noon had in …
Read More »EP Review: Christopher The Conquered: I’m Not That Famous Yet
January 29th will see the release of Christopher the Conquered’s EP I’m Not That Famous Yet. It has been getting a lot of press, Ryan Adams even called him “the real deal,” and judging from the musical quality of the album the hype is much deserved. “What’s The Name …
Read More »Broken Beak: Single Review: Deliver/Bake
Broken Beak’s full length LP won’t be out until the summer, but to hold fans over they have released the double singles “Deliver” and “Bake,” and it is just enough to fill listeners up before the album drops. “Deliver” is surprisingly short, well under two minutes, yet the song …
Read More »EP Review: DreamVacation
Los Angeles based indie rockers DreamVacation have opened up for bands such as Foster The People and Airborne Toxic Event and have had their music played on television programs including Shameless and SYFY’s Being Human. With an already impressive resume, fans can now listen to the bands’ music on …
Read More »Album Review. Ted Z and the Wranglers: Ghost Train
One of the many positive aspects to Ted Z and the Wranglers latest LP Ghost Town, is that it allows for nuanced and poignant storytelling in great Americana fashion. Listen all the way through the album and you will hear the soul of lead singer Ted Zakkas bleed through. …
Read More »Album Review. Jack and White: Lost
After releasing three EPs since 2011 pop duo Jack Matranga and Brooke White, better known as Jack and White, finally put out their debut full length album Lost late 2015. And it was well worth the wait. The LP is a solid mix of love and loss wrapped up …
Read More »Top Five Albums Of 2015
2015 was an overwhelmingly good year for music, so much so that it was hard to keep up with all the new releases from both seasoned and new artists. Adele released 25 which rightly cemented her place as a superstar in the music world, and awakened feelings in listeners they …
Read More »EP Review. Forty Four Hours. Only Just Holding On
Manchester born trio Forty Four Hours will release their EP Only Just Holding On January 20th, 2016 and if you are big into the alternative music scene, make note of this review as this will be an album you will want to look out for in the coming year. …
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