Reviews

Delta Spirit | History From Below (Rounder)

Written by Teresa Montgomery Thursday, 17 June 2010 11:40

As different as the album might be from a musical and production stanpoint, the heart of the songs remains the same. 

 

Mystery Jets | Serotonin (Rough Trade)

Written by Mike Rengel Thursday, 17 June 2010 11:29

It feels like the only proper way to experience the disc is on a speedboat with a guy sporting a man-perm.

 

   

The Fall | Your Future Our Clutter (Domino)

Written by Jim Dunn Tuesday, 15 June 2010 23:41

The classic vs. the brave new Fall comes in the battle between Mark E. Smith’s incomprehensible patter—a stream of consciousness rant, really—and the fact that the band is now on a label that demands at least some structure from its artists.

 

Adam Green | Minor Love (Fat Possum)

Written by Pete Timmermann Thursday, 10 June 2010 10:16

His previous records have juxtaposed his very clear, accessible and resonant voice with truly profane/funny/poetic lyrics.

   

LCD Soundsystem | This Is Happening (DFA)

Written by John Shepherd Tuesday, 08 June 2010 08:41

There’s no question that he will continue to work on projects that will satisfy his muse, and LCD Soundsystem might not yet be done for good.

 

Iggy and the Stooges | Raw Power: Legacy Edition (Columbia/Legacy)

Written by Jason Neubauer Monday, 07 June 2010 13:02

The sound of Iggy and the Stooges has been a permanent fixture in the collections of rock’n’roll fans since their inception over forty years ago.

   

Elliott Brood | Mountain Meadows (Six Shooter Records/ADA)

Written by Sarah Boslaugh Monday, 07 June 2010 12:48

Elliott Brood’s sound is a nice mix of acoustic and electric which shows that they have mastered a variety of style.

 

GT and the Sidewinders | Across America (s/r)

Written by Jason Neubauer Friday, 04 June 2010 19:29

Across America brings a refreshing take on revival music with a heavier-handed dose of traditionalism than the likes of most ’50s throwback groups.

   

Black Francis | Nonstoperotik (Cooking Vinyl)

Written by Jason Neubauer Friday, 04 June 2010 16:45

 The gold mine for those who loved all there was about The Pixies.

 

The Jon Spencer Blues Explosion | Controversial Negro: Live In Tucson (Major Domo Records)

Written by David Lichius Tuesday, 25 May 2010 10:46

JSBX is one of the greatest live bands ever. Disagree? To quote Spencer, “you can kiss my ass, because your girlfriend still loves me.”

   

The Black Keys | Brothers (Nonesuch)

Written by Bruce Matlock Tuesday, 25 May 2010 10:17

This could be the record that puts the Black Keys headlining arenas worldwide; they have the skills to be as big as the White Stripes.

 

We Are Wolves | Invisible Violence (Dare To Care)

Written by John Shepherd Friday, 30 April 2010 12:36

Even when We Are Wolves misstep slightly on Invisible Violence, the defiant dancing doesn't need to stop.

   

Kid Sister | Ultraviolet (Fool’s Gold/Downtown Records)

Written by Brett Berliner Wednesday, 28 April 2010 10:47

Ultraviolet is directionless. Combine that with the weak subject matter, and we are provided little incentive to listen.

 

Hot Chip | One Life Stand (Astralwerks)

Written by Brett Berliner Tuesday, 06 April 2010 16:45

This album has a very strong opening and ending but the middle is skippable.

   

The Del McCoury Band | Family Circle (McCoury Music)

Written by Sarah Boslaugh Monday, 29 March 2010 13:29

The tracks are an interesting selection of material and once you hear what McCoury’s done with them you’ll be won over for sure.

 

Acrassicauda | Only the Dead See the End of the War (Vice)

Written by Nick Licata Friday, 26 March 2010 13:45

It has its ups and downs but, for the most part, it is a very solid album.

   

Bridges and Blinking Lights | Heroes, Guns and Snakes (s/r)

Written by Joe Witthaus Friday, 26 March 2010 13:22

Backing their work with energetic live shows, the band is definitely worth the time and the dollar.

 

Morning Benders | Big Echo (Rough Trade)

Written by Kurt Klopmeier Friday, 12 March 2010 16:57

It’s nice to see that a band can play straight ahead indie rock and still find its individual voice.

   

Wakey!Wakey! | Almost Everything I Wish I Said the Last Time I Saw You... (Family Records)

Written by Mike Rengel Friday, 12 March 2010 16:44

Many songs are just phrases repeated over and over again.

 

Titus Andronicus | The Monitor (XL)

Written by John Shepherd Tuesday, 09 March 2010 16:48

The Monitor is without question the work of a maturing band.

   

Past Lives | Tapestry Of Webs (Suicide Squeeze)

Written by Joe Witthaus Tuesday, 09 March 2010 16:29

Spot-on guitars and almost addictive solos that seem to beckon for a second listen also mesh will with the best parts of Past Lives.

 

The Constellations | Southern Gothic (Virgin)

Written by Brett Berliner Tuesday, 09 March 2010 16:03

Even with a lot of vulgar lyrics, it never sounds too off putting because everything here is really catchy.

   

Murder By Death | Good Morning, Magpie (Vagrant)

Written by Courtney Rau


 Monday, 08 March 2010 12:23

Each indivdual song is its own tableau of drunken regret, hopeful longing, and bittersweet realization.

 

Gooding | The Return (S3)

Written by Laura Hamlett Friday, 26 February 2010 23:35

“No more talk, no more waiting on the side/ the lights are up and it’s showtime.” The boys are back, indeed.

   

Dead to Me | African Elephants (Fat Wreck Chords)

Written by Nicole Madden Tuesday, 23 February 2010 19:58

Dead to Me deserves props for pushing forward and trying to find their new voice.

 

Johnny Cash | American VI: Ain't No Grave (American)

Written by John Shepherd Tuesday, 23 February 2010 18:29

The album’s overall sentiment, rendered in his wavering but still-powerful baritone, seems to be, “It’s alright, I’m ready.”

   

Eagle Scout | New Hands (Cavity)

Written by Laura Hamlett Saturday, 20 February 2010 17:48

Each of the five members pulls his weight perfectly, delivering an attention-grabbing performance and generating his share of infectious energy.

 

The Paperclips | Please Tell Your Loved Ones… (s/r)

Written by Laura Hamlett Saturday, 20 February 2010 17:45

Here, the length of a syllable is just as important as a guitar riff; time is irrelevant, meant to be bent to your will.

   

Eikon | Careful Hands/Steady Hands (s/r)

Written by Laura Hamlett Saturday, 20 February 2010 17:42

At just four songs it’s woefully short, and even those four songs don’t quite know what to make of themselves.

 

Proud Simon | Anchors Aweigh (s/r)

Written by Mike Rengel Friday, 19 February 2010 20:06

But with each subsequent spin, despite my best efforts to stop it doing so, the disc got under my skin a little bit more.

   

Spoon | Transference (Merge)

Written by Courtney Rau


 Friday, 19 February 2010 19:34

Tension of the opposites is the key descriptive phrase here.

 

Backyard Tire Fire | Good To Be (!K7)

Written by Corey Woodruff Friday, 12 February 2010 12:20

This record never stays in one place for long—much like the band itself.

   

Human Nature | Reach Out (Sony/RED)

Written by Sarah Boslaugh Wednesday, 20 January 2010 00:00

cd_human-nature.jpgHuman Nature performed at the 2000 Olympics in Sydney and have several multi-platinum albums to their credit.

 

Vampire Weekend | Contra (XL)

Written by Jason Green Wednesday, 13 January 2010 00:00

vampireweekend_contra-sm.jpgSorry, haters, but if the biggest indie band in the class of '08 is going to fail, it's not on Contra.

 

   

Little Tybee | Building a Bomb (s/r)

Written by Kurt Klopmeier Wednesday, 23 December 2009 00:00

cd_little-tybee.gifLittle Tybee plays mostly acoustic Americana with bass, violin and piano.

 

Cantors, Klezmorim and Crooners 1905-1953

Written by Sarah Boslaugh Wednesday, 16 December 2009 00:00

cd_cantors.jpgClassic Yiddish 78s from the Mayrent Collection (Living Traditions/JSP)

   

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