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7.8
New Music Critique: Scott Cook
With a musical metabolism all his own, laidback Canadian Scott Cook has a disarming honesty, a genuinely humanistic soul bordering on innocence that is hard ... -
7.6
New Music Critique: Doreen Taylor
There’s no question that Doreen Taylor can sing. Whether on the aching, anguished “Over” or the sweetly inspirational “Unstoppable” or the triumphant “You & Me,” ... -
7.8
New Music Critique: Willodean
Propelled by the songs of keyboardist Randy Wooten and spearheaded by the vocals of Abbie Huxley, Willodean have plenty going for themselves, not the least ... -
7.4
New Music Critique: The Falling Birds
An NYC duo with back-to-basics values, the Falling Birds have a firm grip on the stripped-down, amped-acoustic, alt- roots-rock sound and give it a thoroughly ... -
7
New Music Critique: Big City Cowgirl
New Yorker Sondra Toscano, a.k.a. Big City Cowgirl, has a knack for catchy choruses, and each of her songs shows a firm grasp of the basic ... -
7.2
New Music Critique: Dexx Almighti
Houston-based artist Dexx Almighti has a consistent vision, an ability to create joints that seem cut from one sonic cloth. His best is “Addicted,” where a ... -
8.3
New Music Critique: Bonsai Mammal
Electronic composer Jimmy Harry brings substantial chops to his Bonsai Mammal compositions, each one a complete and balanced morsel of sophisticated sonics (vast, epic reverb!) ... -
6.8
New Music Critique: CURTIS
St. Louis native CURTIS has plenty of heart and soul, but his vision currently outshines his execution. The unabashed love tribute “Love Me All Day” ... -
7
New Music Critique: Little Sandwitch
Femme rockers Little Sandwitch do a solid job of recapturing the spirit of their ‘90s era grunge sisters (such as Bikini Kill) with a studied ... -
8.4
New Music Critique: The WINTYR
It’s nice to hear an artful, synth-powered band like the WINTYR, who’ve got their epic, atmospheric sound and vision––and execution––well under control. Above all, singer ... -
Live Review: Forget Forget at Plough & Stars in Boston, MA
Material: Inspired by his work with the mentally ill, songwriter Tyler DeVox formed wispy synth-pop duo, Forget Forget, with Patia Maule in 2012. Although compared to acts ... -
7.6
New Music Critique: Carter Ace
Somebody get this talented band a savvy producer! Please!! Avoiding hip-hop cliches, five-piece Carter Ace dish up one catchy tune after another, each laced with cool ... -
7.6
New Music Critique: Luke Metzler
Adept production captures Rochester, NY’s Luke Metzler's clear, confident vocals and thoughtful lyrics. The beat-driven “Disco Therapy” (on which he name-checks James Baldwin) allows the ... -
Live Review: Remy Block at Pangea in New York, NY
Material: Tackling another songwriter’s repertoire can be daunting, especially songs by high-profile artists. It is good to set your intention, whether it’s a unique interpretation, a ... -
Music Album Review: Andrea Claburn "Nightshade" - (8/10)
Wanting her debut album to reflect her inherent jazz-vocal magic in the best light possible, veteran Bay Area performer Andrea Claburn earned a degree in jazz ... -
Live Review: Fernando Perdomo at the Troubadour in West Hollywood, CA
Material: Fernando Perdomo and his “Band of Voyeurs” brought songs from his newest album, which was recorded live in front of an audience and appropriately ... -
7.8
New Music Critique: Lockwood Barr
Expert players and pristine production give Lockwood Barr's naturally appealing voice a perfect platform and plenty of sonic space to make her tracks come alive. ... -
Live Review: The Dirty Diamond at The Troubadour in West Hollywood, CA
Material: The Dirty Diamond deliver gritty classic rock & roll vocals laced with a psychedelic guitar-driven trip through the stars. Opening selections such as “Out ... -
8.2
New Music Critique: Future Thieves
Future Thieves is an extremely viable unit that, thanks to quality material, tight musicianship and a compelling vocalist, deserves label attention. Our intro to the band ... -
Live Review: The Absurd at Silverlake Lounge in Los Angeles, CA
Material: Considering it’s a Monday night in winter, the Absurd should be commended for the fact that they dragged a healthy crowd to the Silverlake ...
