The glass bottom boat of the cultural press
In the news today: Blonde Redhead, Taylor Swift, Paramore, Hayley Williams, Ron DeSantis, Architects, Steve Albini, Nirvana, Succession, Roy Boys, Summer Playlist, Tina Turner, Beyoncé, The Good Place, Succession, Black Veil Brides, Ville Valo, Christine and the Queens, Tour News, Pulp, Mae Muller
Synesthesia (Warner / InVogue). Review by Christopher Long.
Delivering plenty of bang for the buck, the eclectic triple-bill alterno-rock package that found Nico Vega headlining was a summer highlight for Chris Long.
2011 Grammy Nominees (Columbia Records). Review by Tim Wardyn.
The reigning queen of MySpace wowed his faithful Orlando flock with a short but sweet performance, yet Chris Long can’t help but wonder if Jeffree Star is more style than substance.
The Van’s Warped Tour may still be selling out shows all over the country after 14 years of wreaking havoc in the summertime, but Jen Cray wonders where the innovative music has gone.
The Dollyrots and Suffrajett conquer a small crowd in Orlando, Jen Cray included.
It’s 300 degrees in the shade, the Orlando streets are teeming with teenagers, and Jen Cray was about to throw down $6 for a Bud Light. This can only mean one thing: it’s time for another Warped Tour.
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.
J-Horror classic Dark Water (2002) makes the skin crawl with an unease that lasts long after the film is over. Phil Bailey reviews the new Arrow Video release.