Thursday, November 30 2006
Cute Is What We Aim For: The Same Old Blood Rush With A New Touch
This group has much to say, but lacks the right words to say it all.
Wednesday, November 29 2006
Hugo of Anthropia: A My Favourite Things Short Take: Iron Maiden for Maidens
One musician's method for converting the ladies and curing heavy metal loneliness.
The Awkward Stage: Heaven Is for Easy Girls
With smart lyrics, thoughtful arrangements, lots of hooks, and an early autumn mood, Heaven Is for Easy Girls is a sure winner for lovers of indie pop everywhere.
Astronomy Class: Exit Strategy
You need more than just dub to differentiate yourself from the host of Australian hip hoppers making CDs in their b-e-drooms.
Tuesday, November 28 2006
The Horrors: The Horrors EP
The Horrors formula is ridiculously simple: they’re simply a modern update of the weird “96 Tears” crooners ? & the Mysterians. A little bit of…
Robin Guthrie: Everlasting
Ex-Cocteau Twin follows up his recent solo album with four more lush instrumentals that sound just like his old band without the words.
The Close: Sun, Burn
The Close used to sound like a band anxious to be discovered, but on Sun, Burn, they sound a little like one that hasn't been.
Jason Darling: Settling Dust
Jason Darling grew up around Woodstock. Yes, the older Woodstock, not the “mud people” NIN-memorable version. But don’t let that fool you, there’s no retro-hippie…
Monday, November 27 2006
Roger ODonnell: The Truth in Me
O’Donnell was a significant part of the Cure until his unceremonious ouster by Robert Smith in 2005; he created synthesizer textures, as well as contributed…
The Winter Blanket: Golden Sun EP
Minneapolis band makes beautiful music, if you can stay awake for it.
Ellison: Say Goodnight, Sleep Alone
It is not an exact copy of another act, but Ellison's musical composite is an incredible simulation of many.
Wednesday, November 22 2006
Born Ruffians: Born Ruffians
Promising start from charming (if young) Toronto indie-rock Brock-worshippers.
Born Ruffians: Born Ruffians
Warp Records continue to dip their toes into decidedly un-electronic waters, with their latest signing, Born Ruffians. Hailing from Toronto, this trio unleash short, crisp…
New London Fire: I Sing the Body Holographic
Electro-pop with a combination of Depeche Mode aesthetics and Oasis sensibilities.
