I've been listening to a lot of self-produced music lately and there's one I'd like to share with you that I feel really deserves some attention due to its delightful sound and artful presentation.
The Summer Circuit is a 9-track offering by Philadelphia's own Chris Gordon, a brilliant young musician who possesses a quiet enthusiasm and passion for the act of audible artistry. Whether it's electronic or acoustic, Gordon has demonstrated a willingness and ability with his music to both entertain and charm.
Released last year, The Summer Circuit draws inspiration from Gordon's life events and a personal struggle. The
Michael Bublé, To Be Loved
by Louise May 17th, 2013 | Album Review
Michael Bublé is back in action with his latest album, To Be Loved, which was released April 23 in the U.S. It is his eighth studio album and the singer's fourth consecutive number-one album on the Billboard 200. While his previous album, 2011's Christmas, came out just in time for the eponymous holiday, To Be Loved came out just in time for Mother's Day.
If you are looking for another simple, smooth and mildly jazzy Bublé album, you'll be happy to find on To Be Loved that not much has changed in Bublé's approach to musical selection or vocal character. The
If you are looking for another simple, smooth and mildly jazzy Bublé album, you'll be happy to find on To Be Loved that not much has changed in Bublé's approach to musical selection or vocal character. The
Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Mosquito
by Louise May 10th, 2013 | Album Review
The Yeah Yeah Yeahs are an indie rock band from New York, comprised of lead singer and pianist Karen O, guitarist and keyboard player Nick Zinner, and drummer Brian Chase. Formed in 2000, the group has now released a total of four studio albums. Their debut, Fever to Tell, was released in 2003, followed by Show Your Bones in 2006, Its Blitz!, in 2009, and now Mosquito, which was recently released on April 15. In an interview, Karen O described the album as their "soul record," also noting that it was quite playful and tongue-in-cheek at times. The interview is available as part of
Flaming Lips, The Terror, 2013
by J Frazzetta May 9th, 2013 | Album Review
I try to review new albums as close to their release date as possible; I’ve been slacking a little as of late and this one has not helped me at all. My queue was all set, Avid Reader, since I have a few albums from March that haven’t been touched, but for some reason the new Flaming Lips has been on repeat and I would much rather tell you about this one than any of the others that are waiting around.
Not many bands can express real emotion the way the Lips can. Their use of sound, harmony, texture and
Not many bands can express real emotion the way the Lips can. Their use of sound, harmony, texture and
Device — Self Titled
by Jason Lightner May 3rd, 2013 | Album Review
As a fan of the alternative metal licks of Disturbed, I was excited to find out about frontman David Draiman's new side project Device, especially after the relative disappointment in Disturbed's last album and the group's hiatus in 2011. The new project seems like a great direction for a songwriter like Draiman, who's right at home with dark themes and pounding melodies.
Device's lineup consists of Draiman on vocals, as well as Geno Lenardo of Filter on guitar — that's it. Touring members include Virus from Dope on guitar, and Will Hunt from Evanescence on drums. The sound of the
Device's lineup consists of Draiman on vocals, as well as Geno Lenardo of Filter on guitar — that's it. Touring members include Virus from Dope on guitar, and Will Hunt from Evanescence on drums. The sound of the