I Am Empire - s/t
Kinda like a good long hockey scrap... there's a whole lot about I Am Empire's upcoming release to smile about.
Reviews
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March 18, 2009
mewithoutYou - Catch for Us the Foxes
Since new releases have been a bit slow I've decided to start writing some reviews for older releases that don't currently have one. First up is the 2004 classic album, Catch for Us the Foxes, by mewithoutYou. Their new release coming out on May 19th is highly anticipated, but if you haven't checked the band out yet this album is the place to start. Read on to see if it catches your interest!
March 13, 2009
ReVrence - EP
Female-fronted rock with a heart to worship God and touch the world.
March 12, 2009
Since Forever - Welcome To The Nightmare
Upbeat pop-punk from the heartland. Since Forever's 6-song EP hits the spot.
Everfound - Anticipation EP
Anticipation... the name says it all. Now that I've heard it, waiting for Everfound's full-length release to drop this summer is killing me.
Fairgreen - When You Come Back Home
Fairgreen is great music with a great heart.
March 11, 2009
Cathy Crescendo - The Bright Branching
This is my review of the best album this year so far, acoustic pop rock band Cathy Crescendo's The Bright Branching
Philmont - Oh Snap EP
This is my review of the updated Philmont Oh Snap EP, which will soon be available on CD with an extra track.
Divided By Friday - Too Legit EP
This is my review of powerpop band Divided By Friday's Too Legit EP
March 7, 2009
Post Mortum - Rise Above Ruin
My review of a CD and a band you must check out without a doubt!
March 5, 2009
Before We Forget - L.T.D.
Looking for some southern hardcore just like mamma used to cook? You're in the right place.
Clemency - Vapors
It's true, life is but a vapor... but I for one hope that these guys are around for a good long while.
March 4, 2009
Corpus Christi - The Darker Shades of White
I present to you Corpus Christi! No, not Corpus Christii, the black metal band. This is the one from Victory Records who just released their debut, The Darker Shades of White. Read on to see how it stacks up!
February 26, 2009
Matthew Cavanaugh - Potential. Meaning. Hope
Take a stroll through Matthew Cavanaugh's folk music lane.
February 24, 2009
Garden - Golden Sails
My review of the experimental indie band from Cedarville, OH.
And Then There Were None - Who Speaks For Planet Earth?
Band: And Then There Were None
Title: Who Speaks For Planet Earth?
Label: Tooth And Nail Records
Release Date: 2/24/2009
Review By: Chris W.
Tracklising:
1. Murmurs Of…
2. John Orr The Arsonists
3. The Hospital
4. Reinventing Robert Cohn
5. Action Is The Anecdote
6. The Atmosphere
7. Cloak And Dagger
8. Right Here Waiting
9. Bed Of Nails
10. Thank The Watchmaker
11. The Alamo
12. Insozzz…
Generic? Check. Unoriginal? Check. A whole crap-ton of dance fun? Check Check Check! Say what you will, this album is a lot of fun, and blows just about every other dance or electro pop album recently release away. … Continued →
February 21, 2009
Auburn - Basic Instructions Before Leaving Earth
A great debut with tons of energy, for fans of Every Time I Die, Maylene and the Sons of Disaster, or August Burns Red.
VOTA - VOTA
Artist: VOTA
Album: VOTA
Label: INO Records
Release Date: February 10, 2009
Reviewed By: Luke J
Tracklisting:
01. Hard To Believe
02. Be Mine
03. Love’s Taken Over
04. Honestly
05. Not Finished
06. I’ll Go
07. Give It To Me
08. Free To Fail
09. Save Ourselves
10. Bye Bye
11. In My Heart
When it comes to the acronym you have to be extremely careful in its use. According to dictionary.com an acronym is “a word formed from the initial letters or groups of letters of words in a set phrase or series of words”. … Continued →
February 20, 2009
Exit the Ordinary - Exit the Ordinary
If you like catchy pop music with the occasional synth and fun beats you have to check Exit the Ordinary out. They released their debut album on February 10th and here's the verdict!
February 19, 2009
Flashlight Party - Wreaths_
An eerie new EP from Flashlight Party, a minimalist synth pop band on Plastiq Musiq.
February 18, 2009
A Midday Atlantic - The Difference EP
They may be gone... but they shouldn't be forgotten...
Say You Will - Brighter
Bigger, brighter... and a whole lotta sweeter!! Say You Will's new EP is a keeper.
Redemption - Demo EP
Band: Redemption
Album: Demo EP
Label: N/A
Reviewed By: Chris W
In the realm of hardcore, originality is virtually nonexistent. What I see as important in a hardcore group is their passion and their message. You have your bands that constantly sing about winning “the fight” but what fight are they really singing about? Then there’s the band that sing so much about family, unfortunately for all their family oriented lyricism, the scene is more divided than ever.
When it comes to Redemption, they have more to sing about, and it’s in their name.… Continued →
February 16, 2009
The Constellation Branch - The Dream Life, The Real Life, The Empty Glass
My review of the unique indie/rock band from Phoenix, Arizona.
February 12, 2009
August Burns Red - Lost Messengers: The Outtakes
You have heard of the catchy melodic breakdown kings known as "August Burns Red." This is my review of their latest release - their EP titled "Lost Messengers: The Outtakes"
February 9, 2009
Fires Of Babylon - Fires Of Babylon
Artist: Fires Of Babylon
Album: Fires Of Babylon
Label: Metal Heaven
Release Date: April 25th, 2008
Tracklist:
01. Falling To Pieces
02. Devilution
03. When The Kingdom Comes
04. Lake Of Fire
05. Holy Resurrection
06. Going Through Changes
07. Lazarus Rising
08. Revolution Coming
09. Generation Of Destruction
10. Castles Are Burning
FIRES OF BABYLON is classic 1980’s-style, shredding heavy metal reincarnated! I`m a big fan of the 80’s shred with the lineup of some skilled musicians including guitarist Lou St. Paul (WINTERS BANE), vocalist Rob Rock (IMPELITTERRI, Driver, Rob Rock), bassist Kelly Conlon (ex-DEATH), and drummer Robert Falzano (SHATTER MESSIAH)…The only reason I got this album was purely because Rob Rock was on it.… Continued →
Raining and OK - Always Will Be (EP)
There are just some CDs that come your way that make you smile... in a good way. A really good way. This 5-song EP is one of those CDs.
Great Awakening - Cities
A modern day worship band with a selfless message. My review of "Great Awakening's" album titled "Cities"
February 7, 2009
Ultimatum - Into The Pit
Artist: Ultimatum
Album: Into The Pit
Label: Retroactive Records
Genre: Metal (Thrash/Speed Metal)
Release Date: November 2007
Reviewer: Dale H
Track List
* One for All
* Exonerate
* Deathwish
* Blood Covenant
* Heart of Metal
* Wrathchild
* Transgressor
* Blink
* Blind Faith
* Into the Pit
* Game Over
This is a long over do review for me since I picked this album as the best album of 2007!! Thrash metal happens to be one of my favorite metal genres and that`s what you will get with Ultimatum These guys have been around for 15 years and never have slowed down that`s why I like this new album..These… Continued →
February 6, 2009
Grits - Reiterate
It's still the same old Grits, but with fresh ideas and a new direction.