Authors: Eric U. Norris
Review: The Ska-Skank Redemption – Wicked Bees
Songs like “Hit ‘n’ Run” and “Age of Wine” resemble the traditional dance-like ska beat. “Minnesota” brings a lot more emphasis on the guitar, giving the song a more raw, punk rock edge to the EP—all while lead singer Dan Christianson upholds clean and emotional vocals similar to that of Billie Joe Armstrong. … read more
Review: The Lawrence Arms – Metropole
Keep in mind, diehards—it’s been eight long years since The Lawrence Arms released a full-length album. In that time, they were signed to Fat Wreck Chords and cultivated a sound similar to Dwarves. Now, through Epitaph, they have released an album that shows a more dynamic approach toward their music. … read more
Review: The Menzingers – Rented World
Well, The Menzingers have delivered another album that the disgruntled and eccentric youth can tap their feet and bob their heads to. … read more
Review: The Gary – Farewell Foolish Objects
The Gary = Joy Division + Sonic Youth + Johnny Cash … read more
Review: The Hip Priests – Black Denim Blitz
The Hip Priests = Nashville Pussy + Zeke + The Dictators … read more
Review: The Capitalist Kids – At A Loss
The Capitalist Kids = Lagwagon + The Menzingers + Alkaline Trio … read more
Review: The Flatliners – Division of Spoils
The Flatliners = Lagwagon + No Use for A Name + The Mighty Mighty Bosstones … read more
Review: The Flatliners – Inviting Light
The Flatliners = Hot Water Music + Alkaline Trio + mid-2000s Against Me! … read more
Review: The Breakup Society – So Much Unhappiness, So Little...
I had no idea how to put this band into a certain genre—this album had a mixture between indie rock and pop/rock, with little sprinkles of this and that in the mix. … read more
Review: The Forum Walters – Lederhosenpunk
This whole album can be summed up in just one word: positivity! It kept me in a good mood right from its arousing intro, kicking right into the upbeat ska/punk title track that possesses me to skank whenever I hear it. … read more