In my humble opinion, alt-country is becoming more popular, and deservedly so. Growing up in the South, yet not a redneck, I have a special and personal hatred of country music. When it’s not whiny and trite, it’s over the top patriotic; and sometimes it’s all of the above. In an attempt to be more […]
Madlib – Beat Konductor, Vol. 1-2: Movie Scenes
There’s no doubt that Madlib is a gifter producer. His work with independent projects such as Quasimoto, Jaylib and Madvillain are a testament to this fact. Hell, even on this project, there are flashes of his brilliance present. But, without words to go with many of these concoctions, this brilliance doesn’t always shine. And, at […]
Pistolita – Oliver Under The Moon
Swayzak – Rout De La Slack
Minimalism in electronic music is a mixed bag—either it’s highly compelling or it’s utterly boring. It must grip with tension swells, and not drip in dull monotony. Swayzak manages to tip toe the line and stay just interesting enough to keep from falling into the abyss of rousing monotony. The UK duo of James Taylor […]
Two Gallants – What The Toll Tells
The first song on the Two Gallants’ second album, What The Toll Tells, begins with howling winds and a breathy whistle, leading you to prepare for a bittersweet “Patience” style ballad, when suddenly the song unsheathes its claws and leaps straight for your eyes. The song, “Las Cruces Jail,” is fairly indicative of the Two […]
Various Artists – Adventure Records Cuvee 3
Various Artists – Renaissance Presents: Satoshi Tomiie 3D
Various Artists – Renaissance Presents: Satoshi Tomiie 3DRenaissance Musical inspirations can start from a very different space and lead down a path that goes around the world and back, completely transformed. Grooving to the dynamically sparkling funk track “Spirit Catcher” by Polysquasher from Satoshi Tomiie’s latest release, it’s interesting to imagine the house aficionado sitting […]
D.O. The Fabulous Drifter – Five Points Plan
D.O. The Fabulous Drifter is a rapper by trade. He is also a hustler at heart and lives by the hustler’s creed, “You don’t work, you don’t eat.” At 29, he’s done more with less than many people before have done with silver spoons. As a member of the critically acclaimed underground outfit The Ground […]
The Photo Atlas – Mapping Out Their Big Road Trip
The last year has been a busy one for most bands in Denver and The Photo Atlas has definitely had its plate full. Their first full-length release on Morning After Records, No, Not Me, Never, debuted at #43 on the CMJ charts, which according to drummer Devon Shirley, beat out We Are Scientists, who moved […]