SONG PREMIERE: Henry Invisible Lays Down Groove-inducing R&B on “Ain’t Easy”

SONG PREMIERE: Henry Invisible Lays Down Groove-inducing R&B on “Ain’t Easy”

Based in Austin, Texas, Henry Invisible (Henry Roland) is a live-looping, multi-instrumentalist, aka “The One Man Funk Band,” who loops and layers vocal harmonies, dynamic guitar riffs, bass grooves, soulful keyboards, drum machines and powerful percussion to create original, high-energy dance music that resembles a solid six-piece ensemble. Henry Invisible has played a solid role […]

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CAUSTIC COMMENTARY: Glide’s Weekly Song Pics: The Arcs, Gorillaz, Jonah Yano, Slowthai, AJJ, Deem Spencer & More

CAUSTIC COMMENTARY: Glide’s Weekly Song Pics: The Arcs, Gorillaz, Jonah Yano, Slowthai, AJJ, Deem Spencer & More

With the first month of 2023 wrapping up as quickly as it started, we have arrived at the last new music Friday of the month. Shifting through the new releases, it’s the highlight of any music nerd’s week, it’s like Christmas once a week. Waking up every Friday morning to crack open your preferred streaming […]

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Happy 55th Birthday Mike Patton of Faith Nore More, Mr. Bungle & More

Happy 55th Birthday Mike Patton of Faith Nore More, Mr. Bungle & More

Happy 55th birthday today to the lead singer of many many bands-Mike Patton (born on 1/27/68). Best known as the lead singer of Faith No More, Patton is as prolific as they come and is the founder and lead singer of Mr. Bungle, and has played with Tomahawk, Fantômas, Lovage,…
The Mother Hips Roar Back With True Rock N Roll Swagger On ‘When We Disappear’ (ALBUM REVIEW)

The Mother Hips Roar Back With True Rock N Roll Swagger On ‘When We Disappear’ (ALBUM REVIEW)

The Mother Hips have roared into 2023 with, When We Disappear, their eleventh release as a band, and their third with the label Blue Rose Music.

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Bob Dylan’s ‘Fragments – Time Out of Mind Sessions (1996-1997): The Bootleg Series Vol.17’ (ALBUM REVIEW) 

Bob Dylan’s ‘Fragments – Time Out of Mind Sessions (1996-1997): The Bootleg Series Vol.17’ (ALBUM REVIEW) 

ltimately, Fragments is yet another thought-provoking installment of the Dylan’s discography, not only in direct reflection of its source material but also on its very own terms.

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Bass Drum of Death Attacks Melody & Tone With Transformative Power On ‘Say I Won’t’ (ALBUM REVIEW)

Bass Drum of Death Attacks Melody & Tone With Transformative Power On ‘Say I Won’t’ (ALBUM REVIEW)

The 12-track LP sees John Barrett traversing the whole recording process with a full band backing him, creating their most full-sounding album to date.

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Austin Psych Fest Returns With Toro y Moi, Yves Tumor, Black Rebel Motorcycle Club, The Black Angels, Cuco & More

Austin Psych Fest Returns With Toro y Moi, Yves Tumor, Black Rebel Motorcycle Club, The Black Angels, Cuco & More

Austin Psych Fest is returning April 28-30, 2023 and celebrates its 15th anniversary, returning to its original single location format and Spring timeframe with an intimate setting and two stage lineup at South Austin’s The Far Out Lounge – an outdoor venue with a 100 year history. Austin Psych Fest brings the old school vibe of the original event back outdoors and under the stars and oak trees in the venue’s sprawling backyard. 

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LISTEN: The Minks Keep It Tight & Guitar Striking On Soaring “Creatures of Culture:

LISTEN: The Minks Keep It Tight & Guitar Striking On Soaring “Creatures of Culture:

It’s no secret that there’s a lot more to Music City than Broadway’s Country scene, but for a short time, The Minks might be one of its best-kept secrets. Emanating energy from its opening guitar strikes, “Creatures of Culture” feels like a masterclass in paying homage to your influences while making it your own. It’s as easy […]

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LISTEN: Mandi Mapes Shows Intimate Singer-Songwriter Flair On Piano-Colored “Daffodil Floors”

LISTEN: Mandi Mapes Shows Intimate Singer-Songwriter Flair On Piano-Colored “Daffodil Floors”

From the opening playful piano notes of “Daffodil Floors,” there’s a lightness that will take you over. As Mandi Mapes greets us with “Hey it’s me/I almost lost my fire/turns out that I’m a fighter” her voice dances effortlessly through a pleasing melody while feeling purely conversational in cadence. She manages to set up a […]

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FULL ALBUM PREMIERE: Love Gang Rivals 70s Rock Heavyweights On Mighty ‘Meanstreak’ Album

FULL ALBUM PREMIERE: Love Gang Rivals 70s Rock Heavyweights On Mighty ‘Meanstreak’ Album

Love Gang is simple yet their bio describes it all: For fans of Blue Cheer, Cactus, MC5, Sir Lord Baltimore, and Budgie. Hard, fast rock ’n’ roll.

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