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Young Thug — Beautiful Thugger Girls — ALBUM REVIEW

Atlanta rapper/singer/oddball Young Thug is an artist whose work I’ve been enjoying on-and-off for several years at this point, following a string of releases that have earned him an elevated … Continue reading

August 15, 2017 · Leave a comment

alt-J — RELAXER — ALBUM REVIEW

British indie pop trio alt-J has confounded critics and music listeners alike since the beginning of their career back in 2012 with their debut album, “An Awesome Wave.” Every album … Continue reading

June 26, 2017 · Leave a comment

Karen O – “Crush Songs” – ALBUM REVIEW

Karen O “Crush Songs” When I think Karen O, I think the screech-voiced energetic vocalist for seminal New York trio Yeah Yeah Yeahs. Hers is a voice I could absolutely … Continue reading

September 20, 2014 · Leave a comment

J Mascis – “Tied to a Star” – ALBUM REVIEW

J Mascis “Tied to a Star” J Mascis is a man who needs no introduction. He’s a seasoned indie legend most famous for being the singer and guitarist of beloved … Continue reading

August 28, 2014 · Leave a comment

Michael Cera – “true that” – ALBUM REVIEW

Michael Cera “true that” What is the musical equivalent to pigs flying? A Drive Like Jehu reunion? A new Aphex Twin album? New Kate Bush tour dates? No… I think … Continue reading

August 20, 2014 · 1 Comment

Space-Age Pessimist – “Panic Attacks in the Key of C” – ALBUM REVIEW

Space-Age Pessimist “Panic Attacks in the Key of C” My inbox is almost constantly filled with artists reaching out to reviewers looking to get their music reviewed. Sometimes I review … Continue reading

January 5, 2014 · Leave a comment

Crywank – “Tomorrow Is Nearly Yesterday And Everyday Is Stupid” – ALBUM REVIEW

Crywank “Tomorrow Is Nearly Yesterday And Everyday Is Stupid” Right in between Crystal Castles and The Cure in my iTunes library lies the much more depressing and excellently named (or … Continue reading

November 13, 2013 · 2 Comments