X Bring It Back To So. Cal With Thunderous Set at Costa Mesa’s OC Fair/Pacific Ampitheatre (SHOW REVIEW)

X Bring It Back To So. Cal With Thunderous Set at Costa Mesa’s OC Fair/Pacific Ampitheatre (SHOW REVIEW)

Just days prior to announcing an official live return to Los Angeles proper stage with a performance at The Greek Theatre on Oct 23rd with the Horrorpops and their LA brethren The Blasters: X had other areas of So. Col to warm up.  The iconic punk quartet showed up strong and able at Costa Mesa’s […]

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Glam Duo The Lemon Twigs Return to ’70s Form On ‘Songs For The General Public (ALBUM REVIEW)

Glam Duo The Lemon Twigs Return to ’70s Form On ‘Songs For The General Public (ALBUM REVIEW)

Following in the grandiose footsteps of their previous albums, The Lemon Twigs’ third studio release Songs For The General Public does not fail to display the band’s immense musical chops in their typical style of controlled chaos. Originally set for May 1st, current conditions forced the album’s release date to unfortunately be pushed back to […]

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Hinds Ramps Up Its Pop Agenda On ‘The Prettiest Curse’ (ALBUM REVIEW)

Hinds Ramps Up Its Pop Agenda On ‘The Prettiest Curse’ (ALBUM REVIEW)

Hinds, Madrid’s own beloved four-piece have finally put out their third album, The Prettiest Curse after an unfortunate postponement of the original release date. The anticipation only makes the actual release more anticipated by the band’s large fan base. Since 2011 when singer/guitarists Carla Cosials and Ana Perrote were playing covers as “Deers” and releasing […]

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Woods Maintains Its High Standards of Bedroom Folk Via ‘Strange To Explain’ (ALBUM REVIEW)

Woods Maintains Its High Standards of Bedroom Folk Via ‘Strange To Explain’ (ALBUM REVIEW)

Woods have released their newest album, Strange To Explain, marking their 15th anniversary as a band. Formed in Brooklyn back in 2005 and at one point featuring Kevin Morby on bass, the indie band has always had the ability to maintained its bedroom sensibilities while still being appreciated for its fantastic instrumental organization. The album […]

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Car Seat Headrest Sports A Decisive Shift In Song & Style On Making A Door Less Open (ALBUM REVIEW)

Car Seat Headrest Sports A Decisive Shift In Song & Style On Making A Door Less Open (ALBUM REVIEW)

With the release of  Making A Door Less Open Car Seat Headrest subsequently announced a decisive shift in their overall sound. Without completely abandoning the staples that have turned a niche audience into an international following, they have still established a previously unheard aspect with this album, which is reminiscent of bandmates Wil Toledo and […]

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The Strokes Brush Up Their Artistry & Cohesion On ‘The New Abnormal’ (ALBUM REVIEW)

The Strokes Brush Up Their Artistry & Cohesion On ‘The New Abnormal’ (ALBUM REVIEW)

The Strokes have released their long-anticipated sixth album The New Abnormal through Cult and RCA records. Featuring the same lineup as their acclaimed debut and production by Rick Rubin, the album is a continuation of the recent direction they have taken; a more combined sound versus each band member contributing parts that add to the […]

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‘Heaven To A Tortured Mind’ Is Compelling Breakout For Experimental Pop’s Yves Tumor (ALBUM REVIEW)

‘Heaven To A Tortured Mind’ Is Compelling Breakout For Experimental Pop’s Yves Tumor (ALBUM REVIEW)

Heaven To A Tortured Mind, the fourth studio album by Yves Tumor, is a uniquely intricate journey through the mind of the artist. Tumor is continuously updating and maturing in his songwriting and the album serves as a perfect canvas to create on. Co-produced in part by Tumor the album is an extremely cerebral approach […]

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Australia’s The Chats Churn Up Whimsical Punk On Debut Full Length ‘High Risk Behaviour’ (ALBUM REVIEW)

Australia’s The Chats Churn Up Whimsical Punk On Debut Full Length ‘High Risk Behaviour’ (ALBUM REVIEW)

Consistent with their DIY approach, Australia punk rockers The Chats will be self-releasing their debut full-length High Risk Behaviour through their label Bargain Bin Records as well as Cooking Vinyl Australia. The band consists of Eamon Sandwith on bass/vocals, Josh Price on guitar, and Matt Boggis on drums who have been playing together since high […]

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Sufjan Stevens & Lowell Brams Delve Into New Age on The Spectral ‘Aporia’ (ALBUM REVIEW)

Sufjan Stevens & Lowell Brams Delve Into New Age on The Spectral ‘Aporia’ (ALBUM REVIEW)

Sufjan Stevens and Lowell Brams have combined to release “Aporia” on the co-founded label Asthmatic Kitty. Brams has announced his retirement, making this a de facto going away present to the label. The recording took place over several years and was a result of hundreds of hours of recordings sifted through by both for highlights. […]

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Paul Simon Serves as SNL Musical Guest For Ninth Time

Paul Simon Serves as SNL Musical Guest For Ninth Time

Paul Simon appeared on Saturday Night Live as a musical guest this weekend for the ninth time. He played two songs in a very moving set with both orchestral instruments and a traditional band. He supported his newest album In The Blue Light by playing his updated version of “Can’t Run But”. The first of […]

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