This album seems violent in the same way that a rose’s edge in bloom pushing out into the world does�it’s forceful to an extent, but you really have to pay attention to understand why. … read more
Local Reviews: Twilight Transmissions
I had the luck of getting to finally see a Twilight Transmissions performance and it was beyond fantastic. So when I got my hands on Two Faces of Zazen I couldn’t wait to listen. The rawness, textures and rhythm-noise from the debut self-titled release is still evident, yet the project is transformed into a more experimental but tenacious work. … read more
Local Reviews: The Velvet Knuckles — Mix Show: Remix Chronicles Vol. 1
DJ Velvet and DJ Knuckles mash together a myriad of source artist samples to bring you a 23-track glimpse into what these masterminds are playing at. … read more
National Music Review June 2005
Local Reviews: Form of Rocket
In the three years since their last release, Form of Rocket have improved every aspect of their music. The drumming, bass, guitars, vocals, lyrics and production all make your jaw drop. Just put on the first track, “This is Occupation,” and you’ll get an immediate idea of what I’m talking about. The songs are more uniform while remaining complex; technical without becoming too cluttered. … read more
Gallery Stroll – January 2007
Gallery Stroll has been a constant since the 80s so it is definetly here to stay, but 2006 was a roller coaster in the art world. As we ring in a new year, let’s take a look back on what was accomplished, and what was lost in the gallery stroll experience. … read more
Local Music Review January 2007
Review: La Dolce Vita
La Dolce Vita Federico Fellini Koch Lorber, Deluxe Collector’s Edition Street: 11.08 If you don’t know La Dolce Vita already, you are in for a treat; La Dolce Vita roughly translated means “the Sweet Life.” In it, a young reporter goes through life with conflicting emotions, trying to reconcile his tabloid-reporter lifestyle with his enduring
Review: Darker Than the Deepest Sea: The Search for Nick Drake
Darker Than the Deepest Sea: The Search for Nick Drake Trevor Dann Da Capo Press Street: 09.12.06 It wasn’t until nearly thirty years after his death in 1974 that the music of Nick Drake started to get the attention that it deserved. It is no wonder that his voice wasn’t heard during the beginnings of
Review: The Andy Milonakis Show Season II
The Andy Milonakis Show Season II Tom Stern and Jason Truitt MTV Home Entertainment Street: 10.17 We all know at this point that the jig is up for Mr. Milonakis. He is not a 14 year-old geek/weirdo who has strange food issues, but a 30-year-old geek/weirdo who has strange food issues. He made it through
Review: American Blackout
American Blackout Ian Inaba Disinformation Street: 10.10 What’s scarier to the leaders of our government than a strong democratic black woman who isn’t afraid to ask difficult questions? Answer: A strong black woman who can inspire an entire army of people to vote and ask those same difficult questions. In 2000, the African American population
Review: WTF
WTF SCEI Reviewed On: PSP Street: 10.17 Have you ever wanted to be a worker in a Third World labor market? Does the term ‘sweat shop’ make you tingle? Does pointless repetition really melt your butter? If you answered yes to any of these questions then not only do you have a problem, but I
