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[VIDEO] The Howling Tongues & Elixir OPTIWEB Coated Guitar Strings Pt. 2
We recently asked Nick Magliochetti from one of our favorite bands, The Howling Tongues, to test...
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Record Review: Jeff Crosby
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Record Review: Gringo Star
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Record Review: Greenland is Melting
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Record Review: Gauntlet Hair
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Record Review: Gaba Gavi
Gaba Gavi Temporary Hero Louisville, KY “Melodious and choral” Temporary Hero is the first of a two-part release from Gaba Gavi. Here, Gavi presents a collection of his latest works: a six song EP...
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Record Review: Annie Williams
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