On October 17, Vancouver-based synth pop group Hello Victim released the official video for their second single, “Feel Slow”. It’s a bittersweet song about the wonderful feeling at the start of a new relationship where if feels like nothing can catch up to you but in the back of …
Read More »Album Review: American Grim – “Ultra Black”
Produced by the group’s bassist Mike Morello, Ultra Black is the follow up to American Grim’s full length debut Freakshow. Throughout the thirteen tracks, lead singer Ryan Grim displays a talent for finding hooks. One of the first things that stuck out to me is there are a lot more …
Read More »Album Review: Cursive – “Get Fixed”
It’s only been a year since their last release, Vitriola. The writing and production of these two albums bumped together closely. Singer and guitarist Tim Kashner has even said “they may forever be considered companion pieces.” But don’t think for a minute that Get Fixed is just b-sides and leftovers. …
Read More »Single Review: Cassidy Waring – “Nostalgia”
I’ve been listening to Cassidy Waring’s new single “Nostalgia” non-stop since I received the link for review. It’s a deeply personal and touching track with a message that is universal to any listener. As it’s sung in the bridge: “Hard times, sweet to remember. Sweet times, hard to forget.” That …
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