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REVIEW : The Civil Wars - Barton Hollow
Acoustic country-folk from Joy Williams and John Paul White. Produced by Charlie Peacock, this record is going places.
Author: Eric Pettersson
February 21, 2011
February 20, 2011
INTERVIEW : Eisley
Eisley played the Theatre of Living Arts in Philadelphia on February 17. I caught up with the three DuPree sisters before the show to talk about switching labels, their new album, and what it’s like to be married to another touring musician.
February 19, 2011
REVIEW : Sean Lea - The Pen and the Poet
Sean Lea is an independent singer/songwriter offering catchy, thoughtful tunes that speak of living passionately, loving others and finding God in unexpected places. Musically, lyrically, and vocally, he is a perfect cross between Josh Wilson and Bryce Avary (The Rocket Summer) with a hint of Jason Mraz.
February 17, 2011
INTERVIEW : Attalus
An email interview with Seth Davey, singer of the North Carolina post-hardcore band Attalus.… Continued →
February 16, 2011
REVIEW : Times of Grace - The Hymn of a Broken Man
Adam Dutkiewicz, guitarist of metal heavyweights Killswitch Engage, has gotten back together with that band’s former vocalist, Jesse Leach. Together, their “side project” is Times of Grace, an explosion of hard rock and heavy metal sound that is sure to please fans of Killswitch Engage, Demon Hunter, Underoath, Thrice, and even Metallica.
REVIEW : All We Have - Freedom Fighters EP
Yet again, Ontario delivers strong melodies and tight musicianship. All We Have delivers alternative rock for fans of Run Kid Run, Anberlin, or Ace Troubleshooter.
February 10, 2011
REVIEW : Attalus - The Greater Tide EP
Imagine what it might sound like if Emery were heavily influenced by the big band jazz sounds of the 1940s. Now take out most of the screams and throw in a chunk of 90s melodic punk and some classic Stavesacre for good measure. The resulting mix is Attalus, as heard on The Greater Tide EP.
February 9, 2011
REVIEW : The Colourful - Hearts and Citadels
Big rock songs that walk the line between mainstream and alternative. For fans of REM, Muse, or Lovedrug.
February 7, 2011
REVIEW : Irela - Irela EP
This EP caught my attention immediately. Anberlin meets The Academy Is and early House of Heroes.
INTERVIEW : Texas in July
I talked with Texas in July about signing to Equal Vision, being compared to August Burns Red, and growing in their faith by touring with For Today.
February 6, 2011
INTERVIEW : We Came As Romans
A face to face interview with We Came As Romans, discussing the forthcoming album, the fun of touring, and their response to people who think they don't sing enough about their faith.
January 31, 2011
REVIEW : The Redemption Center - Land of Plenty
Produced and co-written by Jesse Sprinkle, The Redemption Center is folksy country-rock from Central NY.
January 27, 2011
REVIEW : Bella Vita - Flight Patterns EP
If you miss the old Derek Webb, give this a try. Folk rock with solid spiritual themes.
January 24, 2011
REVIEW : Nine O Five - Live at C4: May This Be...
Canadian worship, recorded live after gaining some exposure through playing with Aaron Gillespie.
REVIEW : Mosquito Fleet - Swings & Cloves EP
With signs of influences like Delirious, Jars of Clay, and Husband&wife, the four songs on Swings & Cloves come across with massive feeling, pleading vocals, and musical arrangements that are big but focused. The music and lyrics work together perfectly for an intensely moving experience.
January 21, 2011
REVIEW : Jake Germany - Leftover EP
With soft acoustic strums and lush vocals, singer-songwriter Jake Germany brings a relaxing, introspective, and sensitive EP that is giving me a calm and positive beginning to a new year.
INTERVIEW : Rocky Loves Emily
Rocky Loves Emily talk about signing to Tooth & Nail, their debut full length, American Dream, and the controversy over why their former bassist, Ryan, is no longer in the band.
January 19, 2011
REVIEW : Jay Tholen - Control Me
Jay Tholen's chip-tunes are an avant-garde blend of Joy Electric's computer music with Danielson's obviously Christian and strange-as-anything indie rock.
January 11, 2011
INTERVIEW : Lovedrug
An email interview with Lovedrug guitarist Jeremy Gifford. Read on to hear about the new EPs and future full-length album, being without a label, and where music is going today.… Continued →
REVIEW : Future of Forestry - Travel III
The final EP in Future of Forestry's Travel Series, this release is more fun, upbeat, and electronic than anything they've done before.
January 10, 2011
REVIEW : Arthur - Watch the Years Crawl By
Softer side-project from all three members of MxPx and their stage tech. Catchy love songs with a doo-wop flair.
January 5, 2011
REVIEW : Five Iron Frenzy - The Rise and Fall of Five Iron Frenzy DVD
The DVD has finally arrived. Reese Roper put together a three hour documentary that tells the complete story of Five Iron Frenzy, from the bands they were in before FIF to what everyone is doing now.
January 2, 2011
REVIEW : 39 Stripes - Beyond Broken
A five piece hard rock band from Florida, 39 Stripes will appeal to fans of Kutless, Thousand Foot Krutch, and Skillet.
December 27, 2010
REVIEW : Will Reagan & United Pursuit - Live at the Banks House
Soft, acoustic folk that rises and falls, giving a true experience of worship of God.
December 20, 2010
REVIEW : The Apprentice - Oh the Slavery Comfort Brings
For their fifth release, Oh the Slavery Comforts Brings finds The Apprentice at their most high-concept. This time around, their understated indie-rock and jangly country folk sounds are aimed at one central message: a life spent in pursuit of comfort is no life at all.
REVIEW : Party or Die! - College & Career EP
Hailing from Huntington, West Virginia, this Future Destination three-piece craft catchy pop rock tunes that are full of feeling and layered guitars, reminiscent of The Juliana Theory or Slow Coming Day.
December 15, 2010
INTERVIEW : Rodeo Ruby Love
An email interview with Zachary Melton of Rodeo Ruby Love.
December 14, 2010
REVIEW : John Ball - Found Among the Broken
John Ball sings heartfelt worship music that emphasizes redemption and the sovereignty of God. Musically, for fans of The Starting Line, The Early November, Cool Hand Luke, or Deas Vail.
November 9, 2010
REVIEW : Husband&wife - Proud Flesh
Compared to last year's "Dark Dark Woods," this record is a fuller, lusher brand of indie rock for fans of anything from Elliot Smith to Colour Revolt.
October 4, 2010
REVIEW : Anberlin - Dark Is the Way, Light Is a Place
In 2003, my friend Jordan and I debated which band was Tooth & Nail’s best new signee. Seven years later, I must assent that Jordan was right and I was wrong. Clearly, it was Anberlin for the win.