The glass bottom boat of the cultural press
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Weak, Cake-like band from California that boasts two folks who can’t sing on key, and meandering, wimpy arrangements. Covers of Townes Van Zandt’s “Loretta” and Sonic Youth’s “Tom Violence” don’t help – this band is a snoozefest. Substituting angst and irony for art never works, and this disc is a perfect example of why.
Devil In The Woods, P.O. Box 11348, Berkeley CA 947113, www.devilinthewoods.com
Today’s Smmoth Jazz Roundup is a collection of short reviews of easy-to-listen-to jazz.
In Perfect Harmony: The Lost Album (Jazz Detective). Review by Bob Pomeroy.
The Mighty Warriors: Live in Antwerp (Elemental Music). Review by Bob Pomeroy.
40 years on, Michael Gira and Swans continue to bring a ritualistic experience that needs to be heard in order to be believed. Featured photo by Reese Cann.
The biggest astronomical event of the decade coincides with a long overdue trip to Austin, Texas.
Sofia and Louise have just graduated nursing school. They have no idea what they’ve signed up for.
At the Showcase: Live in Chicago 1976/1977 (Jazz Detective). Review by Bob Pomeroy.
Atlantis Lullaby: The Concert in Avignon (Elemental Music). Review by Bob Pomeroy.
Hamilton, Ontario rap artist Cadence Weapon drops Rollercoaster (MNRK Music) today.
Shall I compare thee to an “Old Bronco”? Sure, if thou art The Bacon Brothers.