VINYL OF THE MONTH: Walk The Line- Original Motion Picture Soundtrack (Craft Recordings) When the...
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WATCH: THE ACCIDENTALS drop new video for “ODYSSEY”
Folk/pop triumvirate The Accidentals are currently on tour to support their new LP (and, dare we...
Records That Changed My Life with DieAlps!
Frank Calcaterra of DieAlps! explores the albums that inspired him to become a musician. My dad...
Record Review: Hurricane Bells
Hurricane Bells Tides and Tales New York, NY “An expert mix of angst and hope, with a dash of cheer” Hurricane Bells’ Steve Schiltz masters the art of simplistic cynicism in his sophomore album...
Record Review: Heatherlyn
Heatherlyn Storydwelling Minneapolis, MN “Haunting and serene, made perfect with stunning vocals and simplistic melodies” Nothing would describe Heatherlyn’s Storydwelling more fittingly than the...
Record Review: Hannah Miller
Hannah Miller O Black River Nashville, TN “Soft, sweet and seductive” Move over Nashville, there is more than just mainstream country in your midst. Step aside and make way for Hannah Miller, as she...
Record Review: Greensky Bluegrass
Greensky Bluegrass Handguns Kalamazoo, MI “Where songwriting and bluegrass come together” The studio work of Greensky Bluegrass is far more laid back than their live sound. Their latest release,...
Record Review: The Contortionist
The Contortionist Exoplanet Indianapolis, IN “Progressive metal from America’s heartland. With aliens.” The Contortionist is a group of young guys from Indianapolis who have created an album that...
Record Review: Bring the Knife
Bring the Knife Bring the Knife Boston, MA “Boston hardcore fights werewolves and Vikings” Boston is a breeding ground for rock, metal and hardcore bands. The groups that blur those lines often rise...
Record Review: Big Troubles
Big Troubles Romantic Comedy Ridgewood, NJ “Innovative instrumental arrangement balanced with smooth vocals” Big Troubles’ recent full length, Romantic Comedy, takes a creative step out of the box...
Record Review: Beauty Feast
Beauty Feast Soft Spot Brooklyn, NY “Electrified campfire music” Next time there's chilled beer bottles in the cooler, marshmallows melting over a fire and crickets chirping outside the tent,...
Festival Review: Fun Fun Fun Fest
When: November 4-6 Where: Austin, TX Highlight: The grittiest and most unique festival in Austin’s weird, eclectic scene. Austin’s...
STEREO GUIDE: Put Together a Rockin’ System on a Budget
If you’re a musician, chances are you take great pride in carefully crafting your music, especially when you’re in the studio. So why are you still listening to your favorite tunes on tiny earbuds...