Posts by Ryan Dillon

Eminem has experienced one of the most tumultuous, hectic, and controversial careers pop culture has ever seen. The proud Detroit-native needs no proper introduction; his legacy speaks for itself. From being one of the most critically celebrated, best-selling artists Hip-hop has ever seen, to his multiple Grammy wins, to the finger-pointing from authority caused by […]

Many fingers point to Minor Threat and their influence on the scene when it comes to the connection between straight-edge and hardcore music. While Ian Mackaye had an undeniable role, the story does not end there. In 1985, a new band of drug and alcohol free kids emerged playing faster and harder than ever before […]

Not every band gets to enjoy instant success, and for English rockers Sports Team, not only did they receive that explosive success, but they’re enjoying it better than any band has before. After they leaped into the modern rock pantheon with their 2020 debut album, Deep Down Happy, which garnered critical acclaim across the board […]

It’s a gloomy pre-Summer New Music Friday, the perfect weather for a long day of music consumption. As we get deeper into 2025 and near the halfway point, these New Music Fridays seem to be getting better and better, and this week is no exception. This sprawling array of new releases features soulful crooning, refreshing […]

Of all the iconic Hip-hop groups that emerged in the 90s, very few saw successful solo careers that branched off from their collective’s success. Wu-Tang is an obvious example of a powerful group whose members went on to achieve success in the solo realm, but back in the day, breaking free of your group’s identity […]

Pennywise is one of the more prolific bands to emerge from California’s punk scene, and they arrived in the genre in the nick of time. The band formed in 1988 around songwriter/vocalist Jim Lindberg, guitarist Fletcher Dragge, drummer Byron McMackin, and bassist Jason Thrisk. At the time, hardcore punk seemed to be on its way […]

Singer, songwriter, and producer Cautious Clay has become mysterious in the modern music pantheon. His list of songwriting/producing credits is brimming with A-listers, and each addition’s solo discography is becoming more impressive and expansive. What started as an earnest career for an R&B hopeful quickly became a colorful exploration of the human experience set to […]

We’re over here, sweating and shoveling coal into the old Caustic steam engine as we barrel into a fantastic New Music Friday with an open mind and full of steam. As we roll through 2025, the New Music Fridays have only become more exciting, and this week is really kicking it up to the next […]

For this Golden Age Thursday, we have a special treat for fans of the early hardcore scene. Today, we look at arguably one of the most influential and inarguably one of the most memorable bands from the 80s California hardcore explosion, a band that set trends only to later find them corny and create something […]

Witnessing the creative trajectory of legendary frontman Thom Yorke is nothing short of extraordinary. From his groundbreaking work with Radiohead to the modern marvels he’s creating with The Smile, the man’s tireless creativity can’t help but explode out the top of his head and directly into our ears. So, what’s a man who has already […]

Very few things stay consistent over twenty years. Within two decades, children will become adults, world leaders will trade positions, and pop culture will experience many trends. A wise man once said that life’s only constants were death and taxes, but on May 9, a third consistency is added to the short list. Mclusky, the […]

James Krivchenia is a multifaceted artist who, whether you realize it or not, has made his way onto your playlist at some point From his session work with pop sensations like Taylor Swift and Ed Sheeran, to drumming and producing for Grammy-nominated folk titans Big Thief, Krivchenia has his hands in many pots, none of which […]

Not to be confused with the U.K. of the same name, Vancouver’s Subhumans were trailblazers for the country’s punk rock scene. Keeping in line with fellow hardcore punk icons, the band’s lineup underwent consistent changes for various reasons. However, the original core of the Subhumans comprised Gerry Hannah, Ken Montgomery, Brian Roy Goble, and Mike […]

Proud Ohio-bred DIY artist M Ross Perkins has been writing, recording, and producing his own music since his self-titled psychedelic debut arrived in 2016. Since then, his psychedelic tendencies have blossomed into a lo-fi pop prowess that is undeniable. Ross’s ability to craft infectious melodies while crooning about the woes of the world and his […]

It is hard to believe it has already been ten years since Turnover released their seminal LP Peripheral Vision. For the decade anniversary, the band is celebrating the only way they know how: by bringing the music directly to the fans. April 27 marked the first stop of Turnover’s Peripheral Vision Ten-Year Anniversary Tour. This […]

Philadelphia is home to one of the most vibrant art scenes the States has to offer, and April 27 saw the homecoming of one of its most unsung heroes. Domenic Palermo, Philly-native and frontman of shoegaze titans Nothing, brought the second installment of Slide Away Festival home for a one-night fest of legendary comebacks. The […]

For our last Caustic Commentary of April 2025, we’re heading into the new month with a sprawling list of new releases. April brought us some “Album of the Year” contenders, and that race is only heating up with this week’s New Music Friday. This week brought us a downpour of innovative LPS and electrifying singles, […]

There is always a lot of talk about who had the best Hip-hop debut album. There are plenty of examples, and there have been thousands of think pieces and list articles on the genre’s best debut record. While the debate is enticing, it is never the whole story of these artists, and only provides a […]

Virginia’s Fly Anakin is primed to be the next great hope for Hip-hop. The prolific and innovative vocalist/producer possesses the type of restless creativity that is palpable. This work ethic is evident throughout the artist’s expansive discography and resonates directly in the soul. The artist’s wide-reaching prowess has yielded listeners multiple stellar LPs, positioning Anakin […]

At this point in their career, the Swedish metal outfit Ghost has built something undeniable. With a short yet potent discography and a seemingly ever-growing cult following, the band has established itself as one of the strongest and most dominant forces in modern rock. With every new Ghost album comes a new identity for the […]