“It’s a holy right of passage, fighting apathy…” Nashville Rock n Roll exactly as one would demand and expect! Volk pulls out all the stops here: rhythmic swagger, irreverent lyricism, and some definite catchiness to tie it all together. You … Continued
The stated aim in the artist bio is for this to sound like a “greatest hits” album of a crooner from a bygone era. Think Phil Spector, Brian Wilson, Beatles-style production, hooky melodies, and songwriting about love and heartbreak. But … Continued
“Demons like beautiful places. Demons like beautiful places” Sophie Brochu proclaims to the listener, “I never get good news,” but I’ve got some good news, Sophie and bandmates have delivered a wonderful and catchy album. Chicago based, Fauvely welcome listeners … Continued
“We like each other as people, we like each other as bands” It’s hard to write about Lung with any air of objectivity. Their music is a delightful blend of punk, metal, and rock that is swirled up and delivered … Continued
This split LP is an Ohio treat. Based in Dayton, SKRT have been playing their dense and energetic punk tunes since 2013. Going from the Lung side to the SKRT side has the feeling of being at a well thought … Continued
I’m just going to get right to it: listen to this, now if you can! Stop reading and go put this on. Feel free to stop back once you’re done. Oh hey, welcome back! Wasn’t that great? Lung is at … Continued
I am often suspicious of anything on the internet, on or about the first of April, so when I came across the debut single Hunger of the Beast by NYC metal band Cattera I assumed I would be greeted with … Continued
Cat Midway’s self-titled album came out in 2013 via GTG Records. This label and collective has been connected with some midwest favorites like: The Plurals, Narc out the Reds, Fiction Junkies, Scary Women. Tommy from GTG records vaguely knew Cat … Continued
Pure Intruders formed less than a year ago, and they’re off to a wonderful start. They formed during lock-down life and began writing songs remotely. This new e.p. comes after previously releasing three singles. Each of these four songs offers … Continued
Definitely check this out if you’re into dirty punk sounds, it’s a 6 minute blast! Distorted and fast everything. This Detroit trio offers an intense combination of garage rock and hardcore. Their sound fits nicely with other midwest acts like … Continued