It’s been a while since I’ve heard an album with this kind of superior lyrical quality. Backed by electro-pop instrumentation while fusing themes of love, intimacy and a dash of feminism, A Friend in the World is truly a rare find. … read more
Reviews: TaughtMe – Am I Old?
Am I Old? is pretty straightforward in its title, as it concentrates on the dejected feelings of looking back on your life as you grow old, only to add to the helplessness of bringing back the past as you age. … read more
Reviews: Kevorkian Death Cycle – God Am I
If you are a fan of industrial and EBM music, you must obtain this release for your collection. It has been over a decade since this band has put something out for this world to devour, and I am grateful it has returned with a release that provides great listening pleasure. … read more
Review: Wyrd Visions – Half-Eaten Guitar
Half-Eaten Guitar is mostly Colin Bergh with an acoustic guitar making folk music with a few interesting variations, like the whistling on “Bog Lord.” … read more
Fooling Around With Food @ The Leonardo
I spent my April Fools’ Day with a four-course meal of creatively conceived dishes at The Leonardo’s Fooling Around With Food event. — SLUG Mag … read more
Review: Tanbou Toujou Lou: Meringue, Kompa, Kreyol, Vodou Jazz, and Electric Folklore from Haiti 1960-1981
Tanbou Toujou = DJ Kicks + Nuggets + A Rough Guide To …
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Film Review: Alice Through the Looking Glass
Six years ago, I found it quite surprising that this film’s predecessor made more than a billion dollars at the box office. Granted, 67 percent of that was from foreign countries, but it still made me cock my head to the side and ponder … read more
Local Review: Bijuu – Crab Cakes Vol. 2
Bijuu = Kanye West x Madlib
Local Review: Cat Ghost Formerly Known As Ghost Cat – I’m not sad…
Cat Ghost Formerly Known As Ghost Cat = Campo-Formio + PJ Harvey … read more
Review: Pale Waves – My Mind Makes Noises
Pale Waves = The Cure + The Aces … read more
Review: The 1975 – A Brief Inquiry Into Online Relationships
Manchester pop band The 1975 have made the rounds in the past few years, with their sophomore album having solidified their placement as rebellious influencers on the indie scene. However, they have arguably transcended this persona as of late. … read more
Review: Young Hare – Unbreak My Heart
A typewritten note on a torn sheet of paper was included with my copy of this CD, which said, “This really means a lot to me.” … read more