CATCH OF THE MONTH

In rich kaleidoscopic colors that transcend sonic limitation rather arrogantly, the powerful melodies of “Pavilion” come rushing through in stereophonic sound as we listen in on Bard’s Flying Vessel’s new LP I, released just this past October 27th and currently available everywhere quality indie rock is sold and streamed. This abbreviated …

With a strutting groove to set the tempo, Neal Fox explores a chillwave-style beat with extra melodic moxie in the title track of his new album Unhinged this October, making it clear in this song’s first sixty-seconds what kind of a carnival thrill ride we’re in for in this LP. The lyrical …

Cardiff based duo, No Thee No Ess are set to release their latest album, Dimmer Switch, on Sept 17. The record is a fully fleshed and deliberate offering of one of the most underrepresented genres in all of music today; psychedelia. Living in what is a subjective era of absurdity, …

I like to believe, somewhere beyond the grave, Terry Kath is smiling. Todd Omohundro attended a 1977 Chicago concert and the brilliant guitarist riveted the young man with his transformative six string skills. Kath, likewise, awakened him to music’s possibilities in a wider way than ever before. Omohundro resolved then and …

The Cold Stares’ new album Heavy Shoes finds this dynamic duo in fine fettle. The band’s ninth collection in eleven years features a dozen tracks steeped in the imagery and traditions that have been their calling card since their 2010 formation. Guitarist Chris Tapp and drummer Brian Mullins built the band’s reputation …

Instruments and words are considered by many who appreciate incredible music to be a link between humanity and the divine, and when listening to a record like Sandy’s new LP Magic Mind, it’s easy to understand the theory. Working elements of pop and experimental songwriting into a single, psychedelic format fit …

Moon & The Stars & The World is the new album from John Moore And Missing Star. Featuring a rousing mix of nocturnal delights, thought-provoking lyrics, it’s a wild sonic journey that goes beyond any run-of-the-mill sound. These guys bring back the album orientated rock without sacrificing a modern sound. From …

  Alex Lopez has built a considerable following and critical reputation since his 2013 recording debut, His latest release Rising Up is an eleven song collection highlighting Lopez’s increasing songwriting finesse, guitar prowess, and the top-notch cadre of musicians complimenting his artistic vision. The Xpress is more than capable accompaniment; they are …

There aren’t many indie rock purists around in the trenches anymore, but this could be the very reason why a band like Phantom Wave sounds as refreshing as they do in their debut album Wilds, due out this March everywhere alternative music is sold and streamed. In Wilds, Phantom Wave channel the …

In the track “All or Nothing” on Go Time!’s latest release the magnetic and manic Eight Ball, there’s a line “I always take it too far, never see it coming, leaving me reaching for all or nothing” and I’d argue more than the albums titular song, this is the best …