Day: October 31, 2024

October 31, 2024

REVIEW : Sower - THE SEED

After Sower first came on my radar earlier this year with debut EP THE SOIL, I was greeted with a collection of songs that were both sonically refreshing and biblically-literate. Project mastermind Eric Tuffendsam describes the project as “biblical indie rock” and the emphasis here is two-fold: these aren’t your musically-tame church songs, nor are they lyrically esoteric like many modern rock songs. Sower has something to say, but, to borrow from the defunct Attalus, “the music is original but the words aren’t.” Sower relies on the Bible as historically understood to create a sort of musical catechism that walks through the fundamentals of the Christian faith.… Continued →

Mercy Club Release New Single/Video "Too Late"

Denver folk collective Mercy Club, most known for their song about letting the intrusive thoughts win, has returned with a brand new single and video. “Too Late” takes on a conversational tone, at first tackling moments where it feels like life has passed you by and you’ve missed your chance at a job, a relationship, or a dream. On the flipside, frontman Darren Thornberry also notes that it’s too soon to grieve and give up hope. The song was inspired by the death of one of Thornberry’s friends, though the lyrical impact certainly feels universal.… Continued →

The OC Supertones "Adventures of The..." Vinyl and My Reflection on That Time

So word on a vinyl pressing of “Adventures of the OC Supertones” by The O.C. Supertones has just dropped and surprisingly, the record is already up for sale in the Tooth & Nail Records store. It is shipping NOW! Those sneaky little devils at UnoriginalVinyl ;). I am going to post my thoughts and reflection on that time below this post. If you’re on Instagram/Facebook, I’ll try to get it to share but if not, just come back to our website to read the full write up by me.… Continued →