Ray Davies – From the House of Blues to the Olympics Closing Ceremony

Ray Davies is ensconced in the annals of premiere British songwriters.  Over the least four decades he has penned some of the most enduring songs emanating from the fertile landscape ... Continue Reading →
Ralph Stanley (center) at Carter Fold photo by Brad Auerbach

Ralph Stanley and Clinch Mountain Boys – Carter Fold

When George Clooney opened his mouth to sing “Man of Constant Sorrow” in the supremely satisfying film “O Brother Where Art Thou,” it was the voice of Ralph Stanley that we ... Continue Reading →

Parallels – XII

Parallels, brainchild of singer Holly Dodson, could be compared to artists as varied as Madonna, Berlin, to modern acts such as Kylie Minogue – but give their new effort, “XII,” ... Continue Reading →
10.01.TLIOF

The Library is on Fire – “Works on Paper”

The Library is on Fire “Works on Paper” The Library is on FireWorks on Paper(Self-Released)January 31st, 2012 Brooklyn’s The Library is on Fire may be one of the freshest sounds ... Continue Reading →
08.01.TheCureBestival

The Bestival Live 2011 – The Cure

The Bestival Live 2011 The Cure Yes, it’s another live Cure album. This one’s from their acclaimed Bestival 2011 date,  their first official live release since 1993’s ... Continue Reading →
03.01.ThisWillDestroyYou

Tunnel Blanket “This Will Destroy You”

This Will Destroy You Tunnel Blanket (Suicide Squeeze Records) It’s great to come back with a bang! This Will Destroy You’s third effort is a great way to mark my return to the ... Continue Reading →
03.01.Mogwai

Mogwai: Hardcore Will Never Die, But You Will

Hardcore Will Never Die, But You Will Mogwai New Mogwai was out on February 15. It’s called Hardcore Will Never Die, But You Will, which is, of course, one of the best album titles ... Continue Reading →
02.01.Shit

From the Cradle to the Rave

From the Cradle to the Rave Shit Robot Shit Robot is an electronic act of which the sole member is 39 year old Marcus Lambkin. He’s from Dublin, grew up on punk like the Dead Kennedys ... Continue Reading →