The old adage “aged like fine wine” typically isn’t one used in the context of musicians, let alone artists working within the confines of rock and metal, but Enslaved makes for the rare exception. Active […]
Verdict: “Sour Soul” is a competent showing from two extraordinary talents, but never reaches its full potential. Though it may seem like an oddity on paper, the mix of Wu-Tang veteran Ghostface Killah and […]
Verdict: Steven Wilson continues his impeccable winning streak of solo recordings, perhaps releasing his defining moment in “Hand. Cannot. Erase.” With each new addition to Wilson’s solo discography, the esteemed British rocker edged closer to […]
Verdict: “Smoke + Mirrors” might be one of the biggest release this year, but that doesn’t stop it from being one of the most underwhelming. Grade: D Though you’d never know it from the dozens […]
Verdict: “Echolocations: Canyon” begins as a wonderful exploration of natural soundscapes, but Bird’s unwavering approach to songwriting quickly sabotages an otherwise beautiful album Chicago’s own Andrew Bird has proved himself many things over the years, […]
Verdict: Straddling the band’s past and present, “The Ground Walks, With Time in a Box” is an electrifying single By now, most Modest Mouse fans have probably heard the first three singles from the […]
Verdict: “Apex Predator – Easy Meat” sets an ominous tone for a year of metal and is an excellent Naplam Death record Few bands can claim to be the forefathers of their genre. It’s […]
“Let’s Get It On” is a masterful, classic recording that embodies everything beautiful about loving another person Many of us can think of at least a couple scenes in movies, television or video games in […]
Verdict: Despite lacking much sense of cohesion, The Decemberists’ seventh album is yet another impressive entry in the group’s storied catalogue. January is probably an odd time to make such bold proclamations, but odds are […]
Verdict: “Uptown Special” is a triumphant slab of throwback sounds It seems as if everything from Souvlaki-era shoegaze to Zeppelinesque proto-metal is undergoing some cultish reverence in basements and garages across the world. […]
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