Features
Wednesday, August 9 2006
So Tough: The Boy Behind the Sid Vicious Myth
The punk rock version of James Dean, Vicious solidified his fame by dying young, leaving behind memories of his notorious behavior and the mystery of girlfriend Nancy Spungen's murder. Although he contributed little to punk music, Vicious remains its most famous name, and his cult has only grown.
Thursday, February 9 2006
The Cut-Out Bin #5: Genevieve Waite, Romance Is on the Rise (1974)
After the Mamas and the Papas, John Phillips found his muse in this South African model-actress and indulged her wish to become a singer. The result? This rarely heard record of campy cabaret.
Thursday, February 9 2006
Genevieve Waite, Romance Is on the Rise (1974)
After the Mamas and the Papas, John Phillips found his muse in this South African model-actress and indulged her wish to become a singer. The result? This rarely heard record of campy cabaret.
Wednesday, February 5 2003
The Weird Trilogy: Iggy Pop's Arista Recordings
The chance to revisit these albums is not likely to result in any critical reevaluation, but at least it's a chance to enjoy a boldly experimental phase in the career of one of rock's most intriguing artists.
Thursday, April 4 2002
Eight Years After: A Remembrance of Kurt Cobain's Troubles and the Music They Inspired
At the start of the '90s, Kurt Cobain appeared to be the savior of rock 'n' roll. He was a beacon of hope to the black and flannel set, who saw him emerge from the fog of macho groups like Guns N' Roses as the only guy who could wear liberalism on his sleeve, begging sexist, racist, and homophobic rednecks not to buy his records, while still gaining their admiration by rocking fucking hard.
Reviews
Tuesday, July 25 2006
New York Dolls: One Day It Will Please Us to Remember Even This
A band that is only one-third New York Dolls -- no matter how good their intentions -- still sounds like it.
Friday, May 5 2006
Blondie: Greatest Hits: Sound & Vision
Listening to all these songs in a row provides a reminder of what a great band Blondie was in its heyday, blessed with well-constructed songs, powerful vocals, concise playing, and great production.
Monday, April 24 2006
The Velvet Underground: Under Review [DVD]
Yes, it would have been nice if the Velvet Underground had made 10 million dollars, but it's even better that they made music that still influences people today.
Thursday, March 9 2006
Buzzcocks: Flat-Pack Philosophy
The new record from the British pop-punk legends largely trades in the darkness and aggression of its predecessor for a poppier, more melodic approach.
