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September 8, 2014

SPZRKT - Bonfire

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Streets ahead of the music found on the Top 40 charts, Bonfire is one of the best pop/R&B albums in “Christian music.” It may ruffle some feathers, yet all his influences & ambitions are compiled into a clear picture of who he is as an artist. This is the best representation of the eclectic and unique sound of SPZRKT.

August 29, 2014

UGLYTWIN - Oh, The Cost

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Anyone can throw some dissonant intervals together and make something that is noisy, but it takes something special to use chaos and noise to create something musical. After listening to UGLYTWIN's debut full length Oh, The Cost, I think it's safe to say that they may have that something special. Passionate lyrics, ferocious vocals, dissonant but creative guitar playing, and relentless drumming form the outline for their debut album, and it's anything but empty.

August 25, 2014

August 24, 2014

Thousand Foot Krutch - Oxygen: Inhale

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Thousand Foot Krutch follow their career defining "The End is Where We Begin" with a more somber offering in "Oxygen: Inhale." A spiritual successor to "The Art of Breaking," TFK fans are in for a ride with this incredibly faith affirming album. But, will the more somber tone alienate those who were drawn in by their more raucous recent offering? Read on to find out more.

August 22, 2014

Darkness Divided - Written In Blood

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The record oozes nostalgia as it channels the pure things that made metalcore shine in the early 2000s. Guitar solos, stellar clean vocals, and an overall gritty tone abound on this wonderfully fun record.

August 16, 2014

House of Heroes - Smoke EP

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Recently independent House of Heroes have now gone the fan funded route, launching their IndieGoGo campaign earlier this month. Along with the new campaign the band will be soon releasing an EP, "Smoke," Check out the review here.

August 15, 2014

August 11, 2014

Swoope - Sinema

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It may take a few spins to recognize it, but Sinema may be Swoope’s true magnum opus. For now it remains the defining artistic statement of the Christian’s struggle with sin. And so far, most likely the best full-length hip hop album of 2014. I give it two thumbs up!

July 22, 2014

Forevermore - Telos

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While not breaking any new ground in the genre, Forevermore create a perfect blend of progressive metal that is equal parts technical and easy to listen to.

July 21, 2014

B. Cooper - While The City Sleeps EP

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Relatable and encouraging to anyone who’s had a dream, While The City Sleeps easily accomplishes what it sets out to do. The EP is nearly flawless and proves that Cooper is an emcee you shouldn’t sleep on.

July 20, 2014

War of Ages - Supreme Chaos

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Following 2012's modest "Return to Life," War of Ages return to form with "Supreme Chaos." But, is this album a worthy addition to WOA's impressive discography? Find out here.

July 7, 2014

July 6, 2014

July 5, 2014

Essentials - Trials

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From the no-frills, organic sound, to the powerful, faith filled themes, this EP from Essentials is a home run for me. Read the entire review here.

July 3, 2014

Remington Stallard - Houses

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The debut offering from Remington Stallard, a singer songerwriter from Waco, Texas, Houses, is a blend of worship and indie rock that sounds like it would be at home on Come&Live!

July 2, 2014

Aaron Strumpel - Vespers III & IV

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Vespers III & IV challenges the complacency of the listener and forces them to engage with the music beyond merely letting it wash over them.

June 30, 2014

June 26, 2014

Three by Numbers

Numbers - Three

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Numbers carve out a niche for themselves with Three. The album smashes together technical metal riffs, copious electronic elements, touches of jazz, and strong vocals of both the clean and screamed variety. Read on for the full review.

June 23, 2014

Sundance - Midlife Marauders

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dvocating that high-quality and creative hip hop still exists, Sundance’s debut album isn’t perfect although it’s a step in the right direction. Midlife Marauders may have a few weak spots and a short length but it's a solid project with inventive production and just the right group of guest artists.

June 21, 2014

June 19, 2014

Those Who Fear - Death Sentence

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Those Who Fear's newest album is about as subtle as a sledgehammer blow to the skull. Following last year's brutal "Unholy Anger," "Death Sentence" is an even more lyrically aggressive follow up. Check out the full review here.

Sleeping At Last - Oceans

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Sleeping At Last's Oceans may not be a complex cornucopia of sounds and instruments, choosing instead to rely heavily on the piano, but its deceptive simplicity will reel you in.

June 17, 2014

NEEDTOBREATHE- Rivers In The Wasteland Tour

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Let me start off by saying *spoiler alert* if you are planning on going to this tour and don’t want to know any of the surprises, stop reading now. Now that that’s out of the way, on to the review. Opener Foy Vance took the stage at 8pm in a jaunty cap and with an impressive handlebar mustache. If his looks aren’t your style, his voice and stage persona would probably win you over within a few minutes of his set. The Irish singer-songwriter had some gritty vocals and with the help of a loop pedal sounded like more than just one guy on stage with his guitar.… Continued →

June 16, 2014

June 14, 2014