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April 29, 2009

April 27, 2009

April 25, 2009

The Chariot - Wars and Rumours of Wars

Band:  The Chariot Title:  Wars and Rumours of Wars Label:  Solid State Records Release Date:  May 5, 2009 Review By:  Luke J Tracklisting: 01.  Teach 02.  Evolve 03.  Need 04.  Impress 05.  Never I 06.  Giveth 07.  Abandon 08.  Daggers 09.  Oversea 10.  Mrs. Montgomery Alabamma iii. Be prepared for something…um…different.  The Chariot have always been summed up as being quite different.  They have taken metal music that is random, chaotic, distortion and pushed the envelope as far as they can. … Continued →

April 23, 2009

April 21, 2009

April 20, 2009

April 16, 2009

April 15, 2009

Incrave - Dead End

Finally a review of Incrave. After having it for a few months and the CD continuously getting lost under all the others I have picked up. I saw it today and decided it was time to not let it pass me by again. So, many apologies to Brandon for this one taking so freaking long.

April 14, 2009

Jars of Clay - Jars of Clay

Here is yet another flashback review just in time for the release of Jars of Clay's new album 'The Long Fall Back to Earth'. If you still have yet to give them a try then there's no better album to start with than this self-titled debut released way back in 1995.

April 9, 2009

Kessler - I Know Your Voice

With the NHL playoffs just around the corner... this CD might just save your life... or at least give you something good to listen to between periods.

April 8, 2009

April 6, 2009

April 3, 2009

March 27, 2009

Delirious? - My Soul Sings DVD/CD

While the live DVD isn’t the best I’ve seen even within the CCM world, it does help show a fantastic performance from Delirious. The music here and on the CD is a step above most of their contemporaries, especially in the faltering worship genre, and the band’s insistence on a faith that is lived out and not just talked about couldn’t be more needed in the Church today.

March 26, 2009

Child Like Faith - s/t

Child Like Faith is all about four young men with big dreams... not to mention the God-given ability to craft some sweet music.

March 25, 2009

Love Begotten - The Great Unrest

Band: Love Begotten Title: The Great Unrest Label: N/A Reviewed By: Chris W Track Listing: 1.I Don’t Wanna Die Without Scars 2.The Horse and It’s Rider 3. The Real McCoy 4.You Sound Like You’re From New York Please welcome newcomers to  the arena of chaotic metal-core so long dominated by bands like Norma Jean, The Chariot, and Botch: Love Begotten. This five piece hailing from Oklahoma has recently unleashed a four track auditory beating on the music world.  This is my style of metal for sure.… Continued →

March 23, 2009

FM Static - Dear Diary

Artist: FM Static Album: Dear Diary Label: Tooth & Nail Release Date: 4/7/2009 Reviewer: Tyler Hess Tracklisting: 1. Boy Moves To A New Town With Optimistic Outlook 2. The Unavoidable Battle Of Feeling On The Outside 3. Boy Meets Girl (And Visa Versa) 4. Sometimes You Can Forget Who You Are 5. Man Whatcha Doin’? 6. The Voyager Of Beliefs 7. Her Father’s Song 8. Take Me As I Am 9. Dear God 10. The Shindig (Off To College) If you wanted something different, you’re really barking up the wrong tree.… Continued →

MxPx - On The Cover II

The fans have spoken and the band has responded with their second installment of covers and approximately their eleven millionth overall release.

March 20, 2009