Article Archive for February 2006
Capturing buzz amongst the ever evolving Toronto rock scene has become seemingly effortless in recent time, akin to the early 90’s and Seattle based groups. However, in both situations, the value wasn’t behind capturing notice, …
Recently signing with NotCommon Records, God’s Temple of Family Deliverance deliver a doom-flavored stoner rock along the lines of a pissed off Kyuss. From the Houston based Menace of a Heartless Monster, original members Eric …
From the now defunct D.C. band Phaser, comes Boris Skalsky, aka Dead Heart Bloom. This initial release could possibly be the genesis of a musical apex, but Dead Heart Bloom’s eponymous release shows signs …
With a fan base that includes Andrew W.K. and fellow Canadians Nardwuar and Danko Jones, The Leather Uppers have achieved notoriety for both their stage show and their gritty, garage-revivalist sound. Forming in Toronto in …
When thinking about bands I consider synth-rock, I can think of nothing but a sheik, slick looking group whose only concern in the world is figuring out which dealer to call. Rock Kills Kid …
With the surge of bands that drop anchor in Austin, Texas each year for the South By Southwest music festival comes an equal flood of skepticism. The platform can be the literal breaking point for …
The post punk indie that seems to have been pushed to the back of the line by the cool kids finds itself fighting back in form of the Oxford Collapse. The melodic, bass driven lines, …
Wu-Tang Clan performed at the Hammerstein Ballroom on 02/14/06, bringing most all the group together, rapping most of their hits…Solid.
Wu-Tang Clan “Rock Steady” (mp3)
Method Man “John 3:16″ (mp3)
Method Man “Freestyle” (Live 2003 Feat. Sauce Money) …
Run the Road 2’s release came as both a suprise and a gift to me. It was mere weeks ago that my fascination peaked in Lady Sovereign and I’ve been happily reaquainting myself with The …
Canada’s Chart Attack has called them the best live act in the country. From what I hear though, Toronto’s The Golden Dogs have a little buzz going on with their music too. Last year the …
There are two things that jump into my mind when listening to Metaneonatureboy, the first being what I feel the music to be, and what I think Yerkey feels the music to be. Growing up, …
Minneapolis’ The Plastic Constellations have received immense critical acclaim in recent years, including a recent mention on SPIN Online’s Band of the Day. Without knowing better, the band’s bio and interviews would leave you with …
