The Black Keys
thickfreakness (Fat Possum). Review by Troy Jewell.
thickfreakness (Fat Possum). Review by Troy Jewell.
“Melodic with a touch of groove and an anemic, very white approach to the vocals, but still soulful.” Gail Worley talks to Johnny Marr, currently of The Healers and formerly of the Smiths, and manages to keep it together. Mostly.
Sings Bobby Troup (Rhombus Records). Review by James Mann.
East Bay Ray proves there is life after Jello for the Dead Kennedys. Vinnie Apicella gets it all.
The Night Before the Day the Earth Stood Still (Gearhead). Review by Stein Haukland.
The Snakes (Bomp). Review by Vinnie Apicella.
Behind The Music (Universal). Review by James Mann.
Phoenix EP (Birdman). Review by Jason Michelitch.
Reason To Believe: The Complete Mercury Studio Recordings (Universal). Review by James Mann.
Mama Says I’m Crazy (Fat Possum). Review by James Mann.
Whiskey Store (Telarc Blues). Review by James Mann.
Old & in the Gray (Acoustic Disc). Review by James Mann.
The Flaming Sideburns Save Rock’n’Roll (Jetset). Review by Stein Haukland.
James Mann has a few thoughts on the rumored Zep tour. Okay, one: stay home.
We’ve Got Blood on the Toes of our Shoes (Acetate). Review by Stein Haukland.
Tonight’s Lows (Pint Size). Review by Stein Haukland.
She Rocks and Rolls All Night & Day (One Horse). Review by Brian Kruger.
This is Rock ‘n’ Roll (Sanctuary). Review by Brian Kruger.
Long Shot Novena (Rough Trade). Review by Stein Haukland.
The Rolling Stones are asking for $350 a seat for their upcoming world tour. Features Editor James Mann has a few high-tech requirements before he’ll shell out the dough.
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.