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Is the DragonForce Joke Getting Old?new
Take away the absurdly fast tempos, the wacky solos, and the glam-metal attitude, and you’re left with old-fashioned butt rock. And didn’t we all collectively purge ourselves of butt rock two decades ago?
Washington City Paper |
Arthur Delaney |
08-25-2008 |
Reviews
Much of Vordul Mega's 'Megagraphitti' is a Thing of Beautynew
The first nine songs feature cinematic, fiery beats and verses that are dramatic and inspired.
Washington City Paper |
Ben Westhoff |
08-25-2008 |
Reviews
Little Brother Reworks 'Justus'new
The duo is re-releasing it in retail form with 16 full-length songs, omitting much of Mick Boogie's superfluous cascade of DJ punch-ins, shout-outs and drops.
Lois Deloatch Educates with Her Tribute to Oscar Petersonnew
Deloatch is more than a jazz singer. Her fluid interpretation of a vocalist's role transcends being only a medium for the music. She often becomes a caretaker of the music's history, an advocate of its redemptive power.
INDY Week |
Chris Toenes |
08-25-2008 |
Profiles & Interviews
The Moondoggies: Wary of the Buzznew
The group's debut, Don't Be a Stranger, has been so immediately well-received that within 48 hours of cracking open my advance copy, no less than half a dozen people called, e-mailed, or texted me with some variation of "Holy shit! Have you heard that Moondoggies record?"
Seattle Weekly |
Hannah Levin |
08-25-2008 |
Profiles & Interviews
David Byrne and Brian Eno Collaborate Once Againnew
Thanks to the internet, this iconic pair of rock innovators realized their first collaboration since 1981's My Life in the Bush of Ghosts. The long-distance results of Everything That Happens Will Happen Today are not merely cohesive but ultimately result in a textured and nuanced record of abstract, gospel-toned songs.
The Flobots Rise and Shinenew
One-thirty in the afternoon on a blistering Monday in late July, and the Flobots are hardly forming like Voltron. The tour bus was supposed to leave from this Save-A-Lot off Federal Boulevard at 12 p.m. sharp, but it's nowhere to be seen and we're still missing several bandmembers.
Westword |
Adam Cayton-Holland |
08-25-2008 |
Profiles & Interviews
The World Romantic Finds Its Soundnew
Maybe too well.
Richard Ashcroft Tries to Pick Up Where He Left Off with the Vervenew
After 1997's Urban Hymns proved to be a breakthrough for the Verve, frontman Richard Ashcroft went solo prematurely — and he was punished by having quite a bit of strong music be largely ignored.
The DNC Concert Cheat Sheetnew
For a few days, Denver will be the world's stage, with thousands of delegates and media types parachuting into town. No reason for you not to try to join the party! So here's a cheat sheet on some of the week's most ballyhooed events and your chances of getting in.
Brooklyn's Coolest Lifeguards Say Good-bye to McCarren Poolnew
The sun, alas, is about to set on yet another magical New York City music venue. For the past three summers, New York's largest (and emptiest) pool has been a host to rock bands, slip-and-sliders, dodgeballers and hula-hoopers—a veritable indie-rock wonderland.
New York Press |
Brian Heater |
08-25-2008 |
Concerts
A Byrne-ing Sensationnew
After decades of pushing the boundaries of how pop music (and music in general) can be defined, David Byrne and Brian Eno have performed the only shock maneuver remaining to them: turning tail and running from the avant-garde.
New York Press |
Jamie Peck |
08-25-2008 |
Reviews
Scandaliz Vandalistz Has a Constructive Summernew
The core members of the band are no longer the picture of youthful precocity captured on the first album's endearing paeans to dogs, film criticism, or being fresh out of White Station High School.
The Memphis Flyer |
Andrew Earles |
08-25-2008 |
Profiles & Interviews
How Jack Johnson is Making Musicians, Venues and Fans Rally 'Round the Earthnew
While playing mellow campfire rock to sold-out crowds worldwide, Jack has been fostering a message of environmental responsibility, giving support to regional and international nonprofits, and teaching the masses that small steps toward a healthier future make all the difference.
Santa Barbara Independent |
Matt Kettman |
08-25-2008 |
Profiles & Interviews
The Faint Put on the Best Live Show for the Moneynew
There are a few things you need to know about the Faint live show: 1) It’s equal parts fascinating and dumb. 2) It’s become the best bang for your live-show buck. 3) Fans of the Faint don’t recognize the latter part of No. 1.
Philadelphia Weekly |
Brian McManus |
08-25-2008 |
Concerts
