Archive for May, 2023

Kate Gentile + International Contemporary Ensemble – ‘b i o m e i.i’ (2023)

Kate Gentile + International Contemporary Ensemble – ‘b i o m e i.i’ (2023)

If Kate Gentile is capable of a major statement like ‘b i o m e i.i,’ there’s nothing she’s incapable of.

Godsticks, “Mayhem” from ‘This Is What a Winner Looks Like’ (2023): Sneak Peek

Godsticks, “Mayhem” from ‘This Is What a Winner Looks Like’ (2023): Sneak Peek

Godsticks’ “Mayhem” is just that, with its almost addictive groove, relentless rhythm, and obtuse lyrics which beg for repeated lyrics.

New Yes History: A Moment to Breathe, A Moment to Listen

New Yes History: A Moment to Breathe, A Moment to Listen

As we await ‘Mirror to the Sky,’ remember that the music will do the talking – and Yes music has always been worth the listen.

Why Queensryche’s ‘Operation: Mindcrime’ is Still One of the Best Concept Albums

Why Queensryche’s ‘Operation: Mindcrime’ is Still One of the Best Concept Albums

Queensryche’s ‘Operation: Mindcrime’ arrived 35 years ago this month with the rare ability to tell a story while still providing an outstanding musical experience.

The Vampires, with Chris Abrahams – ‘Nightjar’ (2023)

The Vampires, with Chris Abrahams – ‘Nightjar’ (2023)

Since members of the Vampires have previously collaborated with each member of the Necks, Chris Abrahams’ inclusion in the former group for the attractive new release ‘Nightjar’ makes this addition by addition.

Park Chan-Wook’s ‘Oldboy’ (2003): Reel to Real

Park Chan-Wook’s ‘Oldboy’ (2003): Reel to Real

The second of Park Chan-Wook’s Vengeance Trilogy, ‘Oldboy’ combines beauty and perversion, horror and grace with unprecedented virtuosity.

Lina Allemano Four – ‘Pipe Dream’ (2023)

Lina Allemano Four – ‘Pipe Dream’ (2023)

‘Pipe Dream’ is challenging but satisfying chamber jazz from a quartet that instinctually knows each other, with Lina Allemano relentlessly pushing forward.

How Laura Branigan’s Passion and Emotion Live On Without Her

How Laura Branigan’s Passion and Emotion Live On Without Her

Gone now almost 20 years, Laura Branigan’s impact went far beyond ’80s-era Top 10 singles like “Gloria,” “Solitaire” and “Self Control.”

Mark Anthony K Takes Deep Dive Into Projekt Gemineye’s ‘What Lies Beyond’: Interview

Mark Anthony K Takes Deep Dive Into Projekt Gemineye’s ‘What Lies Beyond’: Interview

Mark Anthony K joined Preston Frazier as Projekt Gemineye moves on from the ‘In the Year 3073’ series with ‘What Lies Beyond.’

Carl Weingarten – ‘The Simian River Collection 1980-2020’ (2023)

Carl Weingarten – ‘The Simian River Collection 1980-2020’ (2023)

There’s no one like Carl Weingarten and his new retrospective ‘The Simian River Collection’ will make you like his music, like no one else’s.