From Shaolin to D.C.: Wugazi’s “13 Chambers” Review

Posted on July 25th, 2011 By

Although fate never meant them to meet, thanks to the concentrated efforts of Swiss Andy and Cecil Otter, Fugazi and Wu-Tang Clan have finally come together to create something never before seen or asked for: Wugazi

In The Mountain In The Cloud by Portugal. The Man

Posted on July 25th, 2011 By

Portugal. The Man has created a lot of buzz lately with their new album, In The Mountain In The Cloud. They take indie rock back to the simple instruments-plus-vocals formula that it seems to have drifted away from



Within and Without by Washed Out

Posted on June 28th, 2011 By

After releasing two critically acclaimed EP’s, Ernest Greene (a.k.a. Washed Out) is about to release his highly anticipated full-length, Within and Without, next month. Everything about Washed Out screams nonchalance and each song seems to have its own personality and distinct sound

Bon Iver’s Eponymous Release Delivers, Album Review

Posted on June 23rd, 2011 By

Something in Bon Iver’s music, especially the new self-titled album, really pulls you in and almost forces you to connect with the song regardless of what the lyrics are saying



Review: All Things Bright and Beautiful by Owl City

Posted on June 14th, 2011 By

Owl City suddenly took over the pop world a little over a year ago with his single “Fireflies.” Will Owl City’s third album, All Things Bright and Beautiful, have the same effect?

Time Stands Still: Wild Beasts’ “Smother” Review

Posted on June 13th, 2011 By

Wild Beasts returns for their third album, “Smother”. Coming off of the recent acclaim for their second release, “Two Dancers”, their newest effort switches gears, opting for a more minimalist sound (don’t worry; their witty sex talk is still here!).



The Sound Remains the Same: Screeching Weasel’s “First World Manifesto” Review

Posted on June 11th, 2011 By

Screeching Weasel reforms (again!) to release First World Manifesto, one of the most focused records in their already impressive career. When it comes to choosing those choice cuts that really speak for the album, I find myself at a loss, not because they aren’t there, but rather because the album has got them in spades.