Music Reviews

The Rogers Sisters

Purely Evil

Troubleman

Argh, when is the no wave / Brooklyn-hype going to end? Not with The Rogers Sisters’ debut album, that’s for sure. Far outweighing any annoying trend-hype by sheer talent, The Rogers Sisters churn through a brief and energetic set with playful arrogance and snotty charm. Commenting on everything from the hip Brooklyn scene (“Now They Know”) to being poor and hungry (“The Money Life”), they avoid profoundness with a vengeance, making a case for the value of having a good time, just playing music and hanging out.

The Rogers Sisters aren’t doing anything new on here, and sound nowhere near as relevant as Liars or Yeah Yeah Yeahs. Yet, they’re so persistent about their no wave-traditionalism that it’s just about impossible not to love them for it.

Troubleman Unlimited: http://www.troublemanunlimited.com/


Recently on Ink 19...

Swans

Swans

Event Reviews

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.

Eclipse 2024

Eclipse 2024

Features

The biggest astronomical event of the decade coincides with a long overdue trip to Austin, Texas.

Sun Ra

Sun Ra

Music Reviews

At the Showcase: Live in Chicago 1976/1977 (Jazz Detective). Review by Bob Pomeroy.