Holmstrom is known for being Mavis Staples’ guitarist and bandleader, but he’s an accomplished songwriter and tone poet on his own. His latest solo record, See The Light documents dealing with our uncertain times…and rocks!
RIYL: Mavis Staples, Blues, western Publicity
Released: February 26, 2021
www.rickholmstrom.com
This week’s compendium of five carefully selected albums includes not one but TWO ska reviews. Julius C. Lacking advises you proceed with caution.
Jill Gevargizian’s lush horror film The Stylist shines in a great new Blu-ray release.
In this unusual package, you not only experience a physical journey to South America, but you begin to imagine the process of living as a blind person.
An action-packed Danish action film filled with nihilism, existentialism, and every gun in Europe.
IIIrd Gatekeeper (Crucial Blast). Review by Aaron Shaul.
Every once in a while, some dumb young band will try to come out with the equ…
Unemployed Priest (Track Brack). Review by Marcus Leith
Bernie Lootz meets Dice, Despair and Desire in The Cooler. Rob Levy gives us the odds and the big payout on this overlooked sleeper.
Songs Sung Low from the British Highlands… John Hood explains why Elbow isn’t your average mope.
Europe Live (Provogue/Mascot Label Group). Review by Michelle Wilson.
Brain (Telarc). Review by Aaron Shaul.
Lollo Rosso EP (V2). Review by Carl Glaser
Electric Honey (Grand Royal). Review by Phil Bailey
My Songs and a Poem (RealWorld). Review by Bill Campbell.
Soundtrack (Restless). Review by Julio Diaz.
Elcka (Island). Review by Gregory Schaefer
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