Thomas Raggi Rocks Out with ‘Masquerade’
Rebellion, the fuel that raises any artist from amateur to professional, is on full display for all the world to witness on Thomas Raggi’s new album.
Eoghan Lyng
Eoghan Lyng is the author of'George Harrison in the 1970s' and 'U2 On Track'. He is also a cinephile who has contributed film essays to Far Out Magazine, The A.V. Club, Taste of Cinema, Dirty Movies and The Irish Post. Growing up in Ireland, Lyng garnered a fascination for cinema and music in his local library in
Waterford city.
Freddie Mercury Hints at Queer Pop in ‘Mr Bad Guy’
Freddie Mercury’s Mr. Bad Guy wasn’t brilliant, but it had shades of brilliance, and for queer pop, it was a step forward for both the artist and his listeners.
The Beach Boys Sing for Peter Doggett
The Beach Boys’ biography Surf’s Up is Peter Doggett’s way of making sense of a clan of brothers who created some of the most dazzling pop of the 20th century.
With Ashes and Diamonds Daniel Ash Carries on His Bauhaus Legacy
Emerging from stints with iconic bands like Love and Rockets and Bauhaus, Daniel Ash carries his influence into a new act, Ashes and Diamonds.
Bad Company Tribute Brings Back Paul Rodgers
On this Bad Company tribute, Paul Rodgers guests on three different tracks, gently guiding younger artists in their efforts to find truth in his work.
Johnny Marr Pays Homage to His Work with Live LP
Johnny Marr realizes that the songs are more important than the artist. Look Out Live! does the catalogue great reverence, justice, and flattery with conviction.
Guerilla Toss Capture an Essence with ‘You’re Weird Now’
Guerilla Toss excel in portraying a tangible connection between band and listener, cutting through the prism of pretence for something more instantaneous.
David Byrne Gets the Flavors Right on ‘Who Is the Sky?’
David Byrne’s latest album showcases his abilities as a top-rate popsmith, highlighting a work that is both commercially and colorfully appealing.
Street Eaters Tap Into the Punk Zeitgeist with ‘Opaque’
Street Eaters strive to create a compelling throwback. Themes like alienation, frustration, youthful abandon, and lust are merged with newer, more adult content.
Jens Kuross’ ‘Crooked Songs’ Is Honest and Irrepressible
Despite the title, Jens Kuross’ Crooked Songs is awash with irrepressibly straightforward sentiments that should charm even the most cynical person.
Hand Habits Fuses Classical and Jazz on Superb Album
Gorgeously produced and expertly arranged, Hand Habits has issued a work that should be counted among the year’s most successful offerings.
JC Stewart Creates an Essential Northern Irish LP
JC Stewart’s debut LP is for listening to as the afternoons grow darker and the winds become fiercer. It’s an essential addition to the canon of Irish and Northern Irish music.