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    Epic Ditch – 36 Hour EP

    Posted on May 17, 2012 by Erin Sullivan

    Epic Ditch is a punk rock band from Nashville, made up of John Davis (vocals/guitar), Stewart Pack (vocals/guitar), Nick Slack (Drums), and Nick Raskulinecz (Bass). The members of Epic Ditch have played or have produced other bands in the business. … Continue reading →

    Posted in 2012, 3/5 Stars, Albums & Singles, Artists, Epic Ditch, February, Genre, Local, Nashville, News, North America, Punk, Rating, Release Date, Reviews, Tennessee, United States | Tagged , , , , , , | Leave a comment

    Ray Tarantino – Self-Titled

    Posted on May 17, 2012 by Kerriann Curtis

    Born in Italy and growing up in the UK, Ray Tarantino has had to make a few mistakes and learn from them before realizing the life he wanted to live.  Playing music is his destiny. Performing around the world and … Continue reading →

    Posted in 2012, 4.5/5 Stars, Acoustic, Albums & Singles, Artists, Genre, Local, May, Nashville, News, North America, Rating, Ray Tarantino, Release Date, Reviews, Rock, Tennessee, United States | Tagged , , , , | Leave a comment

    The Vulcans – Shadows

    Posted on May 15, 2012 by Melissa Landrin

    The Vulcans are proof that you don’t need much in order to create great music.  Simply using their voices, guitars, mandolins, banjos, percussion and a keyboard, they create a true Americana sound on the album, Shadows.  The Vulcans’ Facebook page … Continue reading →

    Posted in 2011, 4/5 Stars, Albums & Singles, Americana, Artists, Folk, Genre, Indie Folk, Local, News, North America, Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Rating, Release Date, Reviews, The Vulcans, United States | Tagged , , , , | Leave a comment

    Smash Fashion – Blame It On the Brandy

    Posted on May 15, 2012 by Alex Baker

    Smash Fashion is a retro rock outfit from Los Angeles with a sound that’s a dandified confection of ‘70s bubble-glitter, power-pop and classic arena rock. The band is led by Roger Deering, a formidable singer/guitarist who possesses the presence of … Continue reading →

    Posted in 2011, 4/5 Stars, Albums & Singles, Artists, California, Genre, Glam, Local, Los Angeles, News, North America, Power Pop, Rating, Release Date, Reviews, Rock, Smash Fashion, United States | Tagged , , , , , , | Leave a comment

    Mari Therese – All Yours

    Posted on May 10, 2012 by Teresa Di Matteo

    If Bob Dylan were a female living in 2012, he would probably sound something like Mari Therese: yes, she’s that good. Before all of you hardcore Dylan fans start ravaging with torches and pitchforks, think of what his music meant … Continue reading →

    Posted in 2012, 3.5/5 Stars, Albums & Singles, Artists, Chicago, Folk, Genre, Illinois, January, Local, Mari Therese, North America, Pop, Rating, Release Date, Reviews, United States | Tagged , , , , | Leave a comment

    Amy Alley – I’m Not Perfect

    Posted on May 9, 2012 by Curtis LeBlanc

    Amy Alley checked her inhibitions at the door when she set out to write the thirteen tracks that would eventually constitute her debut release, I’m Not Perfect. With lyrics that breathe sincerity, and a recognizable dedication to the mountain folk … Continue reading →

    Posted in 2012, 3/5 Stars, Albums & Singles, Amy Alley, Artists, February, Folk, Genre, Local, North America, North Carolina, Raleigh, Rating, Release Date, Reviews, Spoken Word, United States | Tagged , | Leave a comment

    Xenia Dunford & The Eastern Exile – Lonely Streets

    Posted on May 8, 2012 by Melissa Landrin

    Xenia Dunford started her career as a solo artist…just her and a piano, but unlike the title of this album, she is no longer walking the streets alone.  Xenia made the brilliant decision to move to Los Angeles from her … Continue reading →

    Posted in 2012, 4/5 Stars, Albums & Singles, Americana, Artists, California, Genre, Local, Los Angeles, March, News, North America, Rating, Release Date, Reviews, Rock, United States, Xenia Dunford & the Eastern Exile | Tagged , , , , , | Leave a comment

    The Electric Sons – The Electric Sons

    Posted on May 7, 2012 by Kerriann Curtis

    Electronic, energetic, effervescent. These are just a few adjectives to describe The Electric Sons’ sound. Comprised of Ben Richards and Andrew Miller, The Electric Sons are your new answer for the doldrums. With their zest for life that is clearly … Continue reading →

    Posted in .5/5 Stars, 2012, Albums & Singles, Alternative, April, Artists, Atlanta, Cover Story, Dance, Electronic, Electronica, Featured, Free Music, Genre, Georgia, Local, Name Your Price, News, North America, Of Interest, Rating, Release Date, Reviews, The Electric Sons, United States | Tagged , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

    The Controversy – Real

    Posted on May 6, 2012 by Benjamin Rathbone

    The Controversy picked their name well. Do not misunderstand, their music is not overblown or outrageous, but there is indeed a subtle controversy inherent to their playing. There is always a dual nature to every song, every melodic phrase, every … Continue reading →

    Posted in 2011, Albums & Singles, Artists, California, Genre, Indie Rock, July, Local, Los Angeles, News, North America, Rating, Release Date, Reviews, The Controversy, United States | Tagged , , , , , | 1 Comment

    Dance Hall Pimps – Beast For Love

    Posted on May 6, 2012 by Kerriann Curtis

    Dance Hall Pimps. Great name for a band right? What is even better than their name is their music! Dance Hall Pimps like to describe their sound as “Swamp Rock.” What exactly does “Swamp Rock” sound like, you may ask? … Continue reading →

    Posted in 2012, 4/5 Stars, Albums & Singles, Artists, California, Dance Hall Pimps, Genre, Local, Los Angeles, March, News, North America, Rating, Release Date, Reviews, Rock, United States | Tagged , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment