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Matthew Sweet and Susanna Hoffs Chat About the Second Volume in Their Covers Seriesnew
In June, power-pop darlings Matthew Sweet and Susanna Hoffs released Under the Covers, Vol. 2, which focuses on the '70s. The album spans prog, sappy folk, power-pop and rock royalty.
Riverfront Times |
Annie Zaleski |
08-28-2009 |
Profiles & Interviews
Soul Sister: Teresajenee Debuts Her New Album, 'The Ecklectic'new
What anchors The Ecklectic is Teresajenee's expressive voice, which can coo like a new mother or wail like a church soloist. Think Lauryn Hill or Erykah Badu -- and that just scratches the surface.
Riverfront Times |
Annie Zaleski |
07-31-2009 |
Profiles & Interviews
Tags: Teresajenee, The Ecklectic
Son Volt's New LP Has Deep Reverence for — And Curiosity About — Historynew
Son Volt's latest is notable for incorporating curls of pedal-steel, wistful strings and multiple nods to St. Louis' regional history.
Riverfront Times |
Annie Zaleski |
07-10-2009 |
Profiles & Interviews
How the Blind Eyes Evolved from Metalhead Kids and Orchestral Geeks to the City's Tightest Rock Trionew
As its snappy name implies, the Blind Eyes' Modernity is sleek and to-the-point, and full of the trio's shuffling rock tunes — which combine power-pop melodies, punk tenacity and mod-rock precision.
Riverfront Times |
Annie Zaleski |
03-05-2009 |
Profiles & Interviews
Steve Wynn Heads to the Other Side of the World for His Latest Solo Albumnew
For his latest solo effort, Crossing Dragon Bridge, the 48-year-old traveled to Ljubljana, Slovenia. Working with producer Chris Eckman, Wynn has created an intimate moodpiece that's often a slightly shadier version of his usual rock fodder.
Riverfront Times |
Annie Zaleski |
11-14-2008 |
Profiles & Interviews
Death Cab for Cutie's Chris Walla Talks Politics and Musical Activismnew
In recent months, the band's name has been closely linked with politics: Walla and vocalist Ben Gibbard appeared at the DNC in Denver, and the band is participating in the Ultimate College Bowl, a contest where the school that registers the most voters will get a free Death Cab show.
Riverfront Times |
Annie Zaleski |
10-10-2008 |
Profiles & Interviews
Squeeze is Reunited, Reinvented and Rejuvenatednew
One of the most enduring influences on melody-makers is a pair few would suspect: the Squeeze songwriting team of Chris Difford and Glenn Tilbrook.
Riverfront Times |
Annie Zaleski |
08-29-2008 |
Profiles & Interviews
Prisonshake Spent 15 Years on 'Dirty Moons'new
When Prisonshake released its last full-length, The Roaring Third, unleaded regular gas sold for $1.11 a gallon.
Riverfront Times |
Annie Zaleski |
08-22-2008 |
Profiles & Interviews
Tags: Dirty Moons, Prisonshake
John Vanderslice's Spring Mixnew
Vanderslice came up with a better term for what he chose -- "hopeful weather jams" -- even though his choices aren't necessarily what one might expect.
Riverfront Times |
Annie Zaleski |
04-11-2008 |
Profiles & Interviews
The Monads Turn Tradition on its Tailnew
Accordion, banjo, upright bass and especially nimble fiddle dominate songs on Ornery.
Riverfront Times |
Annie Zaleski |
03-28-2008 |
Profiles & Interviews
Tags: Ornery, The Monads
Victoria Mines an Unlikely Chemistrynew
The band's upcoming debut EP, Ghost Town, captures Kings of Leon's Southern-rock swing matched by equal doses of Aerosmith and Led Zeppelin's rumbling blues-boogie, Pearl Jam's garage-thrash and even Jon Spencer Blues Explosion's sexed-up distortion.
Riverfront Times |
Annie Zaleski |
12-04-2007 |
Profiles & Interviews
Tags: Ghost Town, Victoria
Steel of the Centurynew
Although firmly grounded in the grainy Midwest post-rock tradition, Riddle of Steel also incorporates plenty of stoner-rock sleaze and prog-complexity.
Riverfront Times |
Annie Zaleski |
12-04-2007 |
Profiles & Interviews
Tags: 1985, Riddle of Steel
Shame Club: Too Loud, Way Proudnew
The huge stack of Marshall amps leaning against the far left corner hints at what the four members of Shame Club specialize in: rock 'n' roll that's loud, fast and classic. Period.
Riverfront Times |
Annie Zaleski |
11-02-2007 |
Profiles & Interviews
Tags: Come On, Shame Club
Mitch Easter's Out on His Own with 'Dynamico'new
Easter isn't a household name -- unless your household contains a rabid R.E.M. fan, that is.
Riverfront Times |
Annie Zaleski |
09-24-2007 |
Profiles & Interviews
Tags: Dynamico, Mitch Easter
Sparks Fly as So Many Dynamos Generates Indie Buzznew
The Dynamos' music is difficult to pigeonhole -- surrealistic, smart lyrics anchor vibrant tunes, which combine speedy punk tempos, post-punk's abrasive riffs and prog-rock's intricate arrangements.
Riverfront Times |
Annie Zaleski |
08-24-2007 |
Profiles & Interviews
Tags: So Many Dynamos
