The Amazing–Ambulance Genre: Alternative Rock, Indie Rock, Psychadelic Rock FFO: Dungen, The Cure, The Smiths Swedish supergroup The Amazing return for a gloomy fourth LP jampacked with psychadelic, reverb-soaked lullabies. Ambulance is a depressing yet enticing record from The Amazing showcasing the group’s departure into darker territories. Such a drastic change in style works well […]
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Latest List (07/15/16)-No Joy, 16, & More!
Heliotropes–Over Here That Way Genre: Alternative Rock, Psychedelic Rock FFO: Black Mountain, Smashing Pumpkins, Mazzy Star Formally an all girl affair, Brooklyn Alt Rock quartet Heliotropes resurface with a newly assembled lineup and a drastically different sound. Over Here That Way is a World World II themed record surprisingly brighter than their debut. The band’s […]
Latest List (06/17/16)-Gojira, Nails, Swans, & More!
Gojira–Magma Genre: Progressive Metal, Groove Metal, Alternative Metal FFO: Meshuggah, Torche, Slipknot Metallic French quartet Gojira return for LP number six creating their catalogue’s most layered, ambitious offering. Groove-laced, pounding Pantera-inspired riffage shakes hands with melody smoothly allowing a more fresh, unique approach to the band’s established style. The Low Anthem–Eyeland Genre: Indie Folk, […]
Latest List (05/27/16)- Hesitation Wounds, Thrice, & More!
Big Thief–Masterpiece Genre: Indie Rock, Alternative Rock, Alternative Country FFO: Mazzy Star, Petal, Japanese Breakfast Masterpiece is a title that may not paint the most humble picture, but this reverb-heavy collection of charming tracks is as delicate as it is beautiful. Utilizing the pristine and emotional vocal performance of frontwoman Adrianne Lenker as its focal […]
Latest List (05/20/16)-Angel Du$t, Eternal Sleep, Saosin, & More!
Angel Du$t-“Rock the Fuck On Forever” Genre: Punk Rock FFO: Trapped Under Ice, Turnstile, Give, Bad Brains, The Misfits The title of Baltimore punk outfit Angel Du$t’s sophomore LP says it all. The carefree yet positive attitude comes across through each textured track and this time around there some suprises. While the hardcore sensibilities are […]
Latest List (05/13/16) David Bazan, Hatebreed, Nothing, & More!
David Bazan–Blanco Genre: Indie Rock, Electronic FFO: Pedro The Lion, Bon Iver, Modest Mouse Despite which moniker he is performing under, David Bazan has always been an artist with no difficulty capturing his most inner struggles through his art whether they are emotional, spiritual, or political. Pedro the Lion‘s discography illustrated his relationship with God […]
Latest List (04/29/16)-Aesop Rock, King Gizzard, Pity Sex, & More!
Aesop Rock–The Impossible Kid Genre: Hip Hop FFO: MF Doom, Run the Jewels, Cannibal Ox Ignore the 2008 hot topic album art and embrace one of Aesop‘s strongest albums in years. Effortless flow, grim atmosphere, dark abstract imagery, and sleek production encompass the New York rapper’s seventh album. While you’re all hyping the new Drake, I’ll […]
Latest List (04/08/16)-A Place to Bury Strangers, Deftones, & More!
A Place to Bury Strangers–Kicking Out Jams Genre: Noise Rock, Post Punk, Shoegazing FFO: Ringo Deathstarr, Weekend, My Bloody Valentine New York noise rock trio A Place to Bury Strangers follow up last year’s LP Transfixation with a tour-recorded live EP titled Kicking Out Jams. The songs are fun, loud, noisey and will tithe any […]
Latest List (03/11/16)-Brian Fallon, Into It. Over It, Killswitch Engage, & More!
Draugnim–Vulturine Genre: Black Metal, Symphonic FFO: Moonsorrow, Dark Forest Finnish Pagan Metal trio Draugnim strike again releasing their first LP in six years. Vulturine is a passionate pilgrimage traveling through darkened forests of pagan folklore, channeling vast atmospheric soundscapes, balanced production, and topped with slight, subtle sprinkles of symphonic elements. Vulturine by DRAUGNIM […]
Latest List (03/04/16)-Church of Misery, Day Wave, Wolveserpent,& More!
Baby Birds Don’t Drink Milk–Burritos Genre: Psychedelic Rock, Ambient FFO: Animal Collective, Deerhunter, My Morning Jacket Allow Baby Birds Don’t Drink Milk to wrap you in their warm, silken blanket of thought-provoking ambiance. Burritos is a crafty collection of acoustic-driven cavernous chants reminiscent of early Animal Collective. Burritos by Baby Birds Don’t Drink Milk […]