Shane Handler

Percy Hill – Been So Long (Aaron Katz Interview)

Shane Handler March 31, 2005 No Comments

After a seven year lapse between albums, Percy Hill has returned via their recognized 70

Death Cab For Cutie: The John Byrd E.P.

Shane Handler March 29, 2005 No Comments

The John Byrd EP is a nice live portrait of a band in a transitional period from the clubs to bigger venues in the near future. Catch them while you can.

The Stella Link: mystic jaguar…ATTACK!!!!

Shane Handler March 24, 2005 No Comments

Throughout this ten songer, The Stella Link journey through sweeping atmospheric numbers into agitated structured rockers. Although this four-piece aren

For Unicef – Tsunami Relief Fund Compilation: Urban Outffiters + Filter Magazine

Shane Handler March 23, 2005 No Comments

In the wake of the recent tsunami disaster in southeast Asia, hipster clothing chain Urban Outfitters along with Filter Magazine have assembled a benefit compilation of their own

Mr. Crowes Garden 2/15/2005: Higher Ground – South Burlington, VT

Shane Handler March 17, 2005 No Comments

Playing the second night of a “secret” warm up run under the name of Mr. Crowes Garden, this sold out show at Higher Ground proved 800 or so fans were in on the message board secret. Already possessing one of the meatiest sounds in rock, and owning a recognizable song book spanning six strong albums, the Black Crowes always stand to be a draw. In their first visit to the state of Vermont, the energy in the building was enlivening, even during this mid-March north-country state of cabin fever.

Kaiser Chiefs : Employment

Shane Handler March 16, 2005 No Comments

Sure, these five lads may be on the verge of being the next big thing, but Employment proves Kaiser Chiefs will be looking for work down the road.

The Academy Is…: Almost Here

Shane Handler March 15, 2005 No Comments

Tonight

Low : The Great Destroyer

Shane Handler March 14, 2005 No Comments

With their Sub Pop debut, The Great Destroyer, Low enlists the services of David Fridmann (Flaming Lips, Mercury Rev) to give them a kick in the realm of an aggressive guitar rock record.

Xavier Rudd: Solace Down Under (INTERVIEW)

Shane Handler March 11, 2005 No Comments

Xavier Rudd has been known to dabble around with a few instruments. Well, maybe a few is an understatement, as he keeps himself so encircled on stage, he resembles a coin-dropping carnival act. But after hearing this multi-instrumentalist, it’s tough not to take him quite seriously.