April 22, 2014

by Donte Kirby “If it’s not alive, it’s not live,” is the band’s mantra when it comes to live shows and what Abner Ramirez tells me. He’s one half of the married duo, Johnnyswim, and his voice is playful and full of life, no doubt energized by his other half, Amanda Sudano. Read More

Keb’ Mo’ BLUESAmericana Reviewed by: Lara Supan   This album could not be titled any better. A straight and simple blues Americana album from Keb’ Mo’ will give you exactly what it promises. BLUESAmericana is a sweet, light-hearted and playful album filled with back river Read More

Eels The Cautionary Tales of Mark Oliver Everett Reviewed by: Lara Supan   Eels have outdone themselves this time. The Cautionary Tales of Mark Oliver Everett is an intelligent, creative masterpiece with thirteen short and sweet tales that will leave you wanting more. The Read More

Bailiff Remise Reviewed By: Brian Roser The first few bars of their opening track, “Lookin’ Away”, had me a bit skeptical. It sounded like the intro to a TV cop drama. This album was either going to be great, or really suck. I gotta say, by the end of the first song, Baliff Read More

TEEN The Way and Color Reviewed by: Jaz Bowens   I’ve never listened to a TEEN song nor have I heard of the band before. Although I’m not familiar with them, I have an open mind and I’m always down to listen to new music regardless of genre. After learning a few things about Read More

The Whigs Modern Creation  Reviewed by: Rebecca Robinson   Modern Creation, the newest album by The Whigs, begins with the sound of an “old rock” band that would have been a perfect fit for the lineup of an 80s rock concert. The youthful vocals add a modern touch, Read More