From The Archives: Broom by Someone Still Loves You Boris Yeltsin
If you’ve ever had even one conversation with me about music, you know that I absolutely adore Someone Still Loves You Boris Yeltsin. Most people balk at the seemingly-pretentious hipster band name...
View ArticleWhat We’re Listening To: Courtney Barnett
Courtney Barnett has an interesting, unconventional sound. With a dark, brooding musical catalogue akin to that of Sharon Van Etten, with the raspy voice all her own, she commands her songs with a...
View ArticleBranching Out Into Psychedelic Rock
It’s no secret to my friends that I am a fan of psychedelic rock. From the early years of the genre with Pink Floyd, The Beach Boys, and the Beatles (particularly during their Sgt. Pepper phase) to...
View ArticleWhy Muse is The Most Talented Band Alive (With The Best Live Shows Too)
I’ve been waiting for this topic for a long time. With every release, I am continuously amazed at the versatility of Muse. Matthew Bellamy is able to access such classical roots while progressing...
View ArticleThe Greatest Music Video…Ever?
Ah, the music video. This little snippet of film can completely transform the song it portrays, by fitting with the song’s content, or in contrast, subverting it. First, there are the downright...
View ArticleBand of Horses Acoustically Rock The Vic, 2/19
I’ve been a Band of Horses fan for a long time. So long, in fact, that the band’s sound has grown synonymously with mine, as I’ve been listening since the release of their sophomore album, Cease to...
View ArticleThe Tallest Man On Earth: The New Bob Dylan?
When I think about Bob Dylan, not only do I picture one of the greatest American folk artist of all time, but I also view very subtle listener controversy. The reason I say that is because I think...
View ArticlePrince: A Constant Comeback
Prince Rogers Nelson, or as we commonly know him, Prince, has been a superstar in the music world for quite some time now. Undoubtedly shrouded in mystery, his actions as a showman and his...
View ArticleGary Clark Jr: Was he Born at the Prime Time to Thrive?
Maybe it’s because of my upbringing in the Chicago suburbs, but I love the blues. I am incredibly proud to be around the area that produced such great artists as Muddy Waters and Buddy Guy. Although...
View ArticleA Tribute to the Dearly Departed
It’s one thing for a great musical act to disband due to age, but I have had to experience a few notable, young bands breaking apart in their early years. Reasons vary between disputes between members...
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