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Album Review: The Delta Sweete Revisited by Mercury Rev
Singer-songwriter Bobbie Gentry actually eclipsed The Beatles when she emerged with her smash “Ode to Billie Joe” in 1967. Her follow-up, a country rock opera ... -
Album Review: Helium by Homeshake (7/10)
Peter Sagar’s lo-fi vocals and hip-hop inspired beats complement each other, giving listeners a perspective that’s different from conventional R&B. With a solid synth foundation ... -
Album Review: Call Me Lucky by Dale Watson (7/10)
Deep-throated Dale Watson effectively channels his classic country influences on this release, recorded in Memphis, utilizing his songwriting skills effectively. Songs including the title track ... -
Album Review: Life Sucks...Let's Dance! by Reel Big Fish
Joyfully snarky, Life Sucks...Let’s Dance! is the upbeat and danceable release we needed from SoCal legends Reel Big Fish. This seemingly generic ska-punk album charms ... -
Album Review: The Mission by Styx (8/10)
Because fans of legendary bands like Styx often focus on the nostalgia of hearing the hits, it’s easy to dismiss or overlook fresh new gems ... -
Album Review: Poison by Swizz Beatz (8/10)
Hard-knocking and bass-driven, Swizz Beatz delivers a heart-pumping release for eager fans. A creative producer associated with many top rap artists, Swizz is a nucleus who brings together hip-hop’s most ... -
Spotlight on Jazz by Simone Kopmajer (8/10)
Any jazz stylist who can master Louis Armstrong after gracing us with an original ode to “I Dream of Jeannnie” with images of the beach, ... -
Get Your Shit Together by The Hunt Sales Memorial (8/10)
Hunt Sales has a resume placing him among rock royalty that, along with bassist brother Tony, found him drumming in support of Todd Rundgren, David Bowie/Tin Machine and Iggy ... -
Cityzen by The Wooly Mammoths Album Review(8/10)
The Wooly Mammoths describe themselves as a punk band making dance music, but their curious brand of dank electronica has alternatively been labeled nerd rock ... -
Album Review: Live in Japan 1984 by Allan Holdsworth & I.O.U. (9/10)
Guitarist extraordinaire Allan Holdsworth shines in this classic concert from Japan. Appearing with one of his best groups as a leader, the members of I.O.U., Paul Williams (vocals), Jimmy ...
