I initially wanted to pass on Hatteras Night. Will Johnson, of Centro-matic fame, has produced a tidy collection of songs with a country flare and carefully precise, minimalist production that felt challenging to me. But the more time I spent…
I never really quite know what to make of a Moonage Shine EP but I always enjoy where it takes me. Catacombs is murkier than the Texas-based band’s previous releases. Instead of channeling heat stroke-induced visions, Catacombs asks us to…
What is a virago, you may ask? It used to be a slur for a woman who had “masculine” traits. Like being brave, pugnacious, and bawdy. I can’t for the life of my remember her name, but there was a…
I am all moved into my new place, so hopefully that means more regular updates. It’s a big step, and I’m glad I had Peter Joly to accompany me. Joly’s got such a warm, reassuring voice that lends itself to…
Alright. My boxes are unpacked. The wifi is up. Let’s get back to blogging. The Rivergods’ new release, State of the Union, feels more a commentary on the band itself than any outward political statement. This isn’t a bad thing…