Music

Absu: Inside the Abyss, This is Mythological Occult Metal
There is a reason Absu are at the forefront of metal coming from the U.S. The driving force behind the group is Proscriptor, lyricist, vocalist and drummer. … read more
Propagandhi: Reasonable Doubt
Manitoba, Canada’s own Propagandhi is a perfect example of the action aspect of punk rock and have been for the entirety of their 23 year existence. … read more
Localized: Azon, The Willkills, Digna y Rebelde
March’s Localized features the musical stylings of the speedy and heavy Azon, the reggae- infused Willkills and hardcore openers Digna y Rebelde. … read more
Destroyer… Pig Destroyer
I felt like a dick when I called Pig Destroyer vocalist J.R. Hayes for this interview and interrupted his dinner, but he’s a champ. … read more

Methods, Monogamy of Eagle Twin
Eagle Twin is a twin-peaked mountain, a tentacled dream monster, a sea of silt causewayed in two. … read more
Fake Problems: This is Growing Up
With all of the fake problems that Fake Problems have encountered during their brief existence, it’s easy to overlook their actual musical output. … read more
Localized: The Silver Desert, Cub Country, Bluebird Radio
February’s Localized features original and heartfelt music from The Silver Desert, Cub Country and Bluebird Radio that will get you ready and rearing for Valentines Day. … read more

Bury My Heart in a Record Sleeve
2008 marked Randy’s Records of Salt Lake City’s 30th Anniversary. This is quite a feat considering that every record store that was open in 1978 is now closed or no longer sells records. Randy’s is a monument to the preservation of vinyl and the warm sound that jumps out of the grooves. A sound that is still superior to any version digitalia has yet offered up. … read more
Talking Thrash with Destruction
t’s violent, angry, noisy and may sound like a complete racket, but most importantly, it’s some of the fastest shit ever laid to record. That’s right, it’s thrash metal! This year, Destruction celebrated their 25th anniversary as a band. The trio also released their newest record, D.E.V.O.L.U.T.I.O.N., last fall and will be embarking on a US headlining tour soon. … read more
Sense and the Captain of Sensibility: The Latest Chapter in...
The Damned is one of the many bands that pioneered the punk rock movement. The English band formed in 1976 and are still actively touring and recording today. Innumerable underground rock and roll bands count The Damned among their main influences, and for good reason: They have remained true to punk rock ideals without sacrificing creativity or originality. … read more