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Time Out Take Five is a column comprised of pithy takes on recent jazz releases, spotlighting titles deserving attention that might otherwise go unnoticed. Daggerboard: The Skipper and Mike Clark – It is a testament to the creative confidence of Daggerboard’s co-leaders, Erik Jacobsen and Gregory Howe, that they would actually deign to name a record […]

Among his many other distinctions as a songwriter and recording artist, Brian Wilson is responsible for not just one, but two, of the most famous albums in rock and roll history, Pet Sounds and Smile.  With the release of the former in 1966, which originally met with a tepid critical and commercial response in America, […]

It is another bright, sunny, beautiful day down here on Caustic Avenue, the home of the Old Caustic Factory. Located just outside of the city limits, the Old Caustic Factory has never operated at this level, as we continue to revamp our machinery to keep up with the busy year we’ve been facing. Busy, in […]

Eminem, Outkast, and Biggie are three of the best-selling, critically acclaimed Hip-hop artists of all time. In recent years, we have seen Hip-hop reach new heights in terms of commercial success, thanks to some contemporary artists pushing the boundaries of the genre to include more digestible pop elements, opening the door for commercial placement and […]

Hindsight certainly helps to appreciate Steve Miller’s reflections upon his initial forays into sequencing the tracks he eventually separated into his two biggest-selling albums. Taken together, the collection of recordings that would eventually take shape as Fly Like An Eagle and Book Of Dreams seemed like a ‘gothic nightmare’ to the artist. From a more […]

A good concept album is hard to come by, and one with any staying power is even rarer. Like close-up magic, an album surrounding a single narrative is a much more difficult achievement than it looks on paper, and everyone seems to point to the same three or four examples when discussing why these daring […]

A musician from Ukraine became a senior audio engineer in the U.S. enterprise AV and high-stakes event production industry, delivering mission-critical sound for senior executives at major technology and entertainment companies AI in music is here to stay. By 2026, AI is embedded in meeting and conferencing workflows: Cisco Webex says its AI Assistant can generate in-meeting […]

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The American dream lives in the small towns that dot the map between these monstrous metropolises. These communities work tirelessly as a unit to uphold their beloved towns, and Milltown, New Jersey, is no different. With a population of just over 7,000, Milltown is a slice of Americana, and every small town needs a cultural […]

The casino, a long time ago, was mostly the domain of Stetson hat wearing, whiskey drinking, cigar smokers and few else. But all that has massively changed in the last few decades. No small part of that change has been casinos embracing music, game shows and concerts.  From the emergence of Las Vegas as an […]

As these New Music Fridays continue to be as bustling as ever, the Old Caustic Factory is taking proper precautions to ensure we deliver the freshest and best releases each week. We have brought in extra staff, begun construction on new machines, and now, we’re prepared for Fridays like the one starting right now. From […]

By 2016, Radiohead were decades into an illustrious career. This band has transcended its genre and landed among a select few whose names and logos are recognizable to those unaware of their music. That being said, Radiohead needs no proper introduction, and they have very little to prove by way of prowess and success, but […]

Sci-fi films always showed a clean, smooth way of using tech. No messy wires, no delays, everything just worked. Screens lit up instantly, devices connected without effort and spaces looked simple yet advanced. That idea is no longer far away. Today’s sci-fi technology is slowly becoming part of daily life. People want setups that feel […]

The Avett Brothers & Mike Patton – Disappearing The Avett Brothers & Mike Patton make an appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live to perform the track “Disappearing” from their collaborative 2025 album titled AVTT/PTTN. “Living in the Promiseland” – Chris Stapleton (LIVE on The Late Show) Taking the stage of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, […]

Following The Black Crowes over the course of their on-and-off, near-forty-year career has arguably been a combined exercise in frustration and futility, seasoned with some rare satisfaction.  The explosive success of the group’s 1990 debut album, Shake Your Money Maker, augured well for their long-term success, so that, while their main musical influences were (too?) […]

A good audio setup is not just about sound. It is also about how your space feels. Most people who enjoy music like a clean desk and a simple setup. When everything looks neat, it is easier to relax and just listen. A messy desk does the opposite. It pulls your attention away. You start […]

As any seasoned touring musician or live music fanatic will tell you, no two venues are built the same. Most of the difference, though, is in the nuance. Sometimes a city attracts a lively crowd, sometimes the venues boast a legendary greenroom that artists buzz about for the remainder of the tour, while others look […]

Rock culture has never been confined just to the stage. It has impacted millions around the world and found a home in nearly all forms of media. Over the years, the rock life has been portrayed in many different ways, from quiet and messy to loud and grandiose. The genre has evolved into a lifestyle […]

In 2026, doing music independently is so much more than just penning songs and recording them. The artist of today is part of a huge digital world that never sleeps, needs quick reactions, and to a great extent involves a knowledge of cybersecurity. Besides releasing music, monitoring streams, interacting with fans and receiving money, the […]

A new month means a fresh start, and May is off to a strong start. With the Spring sun evaporating morning dew, creating an eerie yet stunning fog that lies low to the ground, witnessing these water droplets turn ethereal feels like an omen for the new month: allow things to happen naturally, and beauty […]