Album Reviews

The A-team is at it again with their 8th studio album since bursting onto the scene in 2006. With their latest release, Where Do We Go From Here?, Asking Alexandria reinforce that they not only have a legacy worth celebrating but also the enduring talent and innovation to remain at …

On Shallow Side’s Saints & Sinners album, the arresting introductory notes are dominated by Eric Boatright’s robust and resonant vocals, mixed intriguingly against the seemingly held-back instrumentation. There’s an unmistakable tension brewing, as if a storm is approaching. And then, in perfect synergy, both vocals and instruments surge forward, launching …

Jelly Roll, the stage name of singer-songwriter Jason DeFord, is a native of Nashville’s Antioch community and a formidable rapper in his own right. He named his Whitsitt Chapel album after the Baptist church he attended as a teenager in Antioch. Whitsitt Chapel is filled with authentic songs, describing DeFord’s personal …

To be fully transparent, I want you to know that I approached this review blind, having never heard any music from Soul Miners Union. Let’s take a look at their five track EP, Brothers from Different Roots. “Searching For Home” contains some savage guitar playing which is driving, ominous and …

Crash of the Crown is the follow-up to STYX’s 16th studio album, The Mission, which is a beautiful masterpiece in itself. The self-titled debut album of STYX appeared almost 51 years ago. Many of you were obviously not born yet. In the late seventies and early eighties, STYX was a multi-platinum band with …

With the release of The Fourth Album by Bourbon House, we can rest assured that blues-rock is alive, well, and in good hands. The album starts out with the high octane song,“Resonate.” It begins with a frantic drum beat which is quickly joined by a screaming guitar, then pounding keys. …

The brand new 10-song full-length studio album Temptator! by The Blackwater Fever, is the Brisbane-based group’s sixth release and it is a buoyant mix of punk, grunge and acid rock all infused with blues-laden lyrics, which are clever and thought-provoking. The first track, “Love is Strange”, is an ode to …

The Moon City Masters is a duo consisting of twin brothers Talor and Jordan Steinberg straight out of Brooklyn. It feels like these guys were time warped from the 70’s with the groovy mission to supply us with those funky guitar riffs, driving beats to dance to and songs to …

This is the first time that I’ve heard the music of Swamp Dixon, and I am now an instant fan, a convert to the Blues and Soul experience that is so vividly performed here. The fact that these songs needed to be written and have to be heard shows how …

They’ve been part of the US hard rock scene for some time now, the Pottsville, PA natives, Crobot. Listeners have been enjoying four albums since 2012, with 2019’s Motherbrain being their most resounding success to date. And now their fifth album Feel This has dropped, which will certainly bring them …

Just as they’ve done throughout their solid career, The Black Keys’ Dan Auerbach and Patrick Carney wrote all of the material for their new album, Dropout Boogie. The album greatly resembles the bare-bones blues rock of their early albums, the first of which was released a full 20 years ago. …

For their 12th studio album, Gov’t Mule has decided to tackle the origins of everything that underlies all modern music, namely the blues. And in fact, it is a blues record which draws from a consortium of original compositions of the band and unique renderings of classic blues music by …

Welcome to the South- South England that is.  The Other Side by Matt Long and the Revenant Ones takes you straight to that feel of Southern rock with their debut album.  TO be released on July 16, 2021, this impressive compilation features nine nuggets of juicy goodness.  Unfortunately, the pandemic …

The Small Town Titans are an American rock n’ roll power trio from York, PA, consisting of: Phil Freeman – Vocals/Bass Ben Guiles – Guitar Jonny Ross – Drums The Ride is a 10 track masterpiece. Track 1, “Rufflin’ Feathers”, starts out with Phil’s rattling grand scream and is quickly …

Get yourself ready!  Blacktop Mojo has dropped their latest endeavor.  The EP, Static is a compilation of four new songs which really show the emotional and contemplative side of the band.  With this release, the Texas Quintet has generated the follow up to their 2019 critically acclaimed 2019 Under the …

As a resident of Pennsylvania’s Lehigh Valley region, this is a real privilege to review Another Day Dawns latest music, the EP Stranger.  Hailing from scenic Lehighton, Pennsylvania, Another Day Dawns was originally formed in 2010 by drummer Nick McGeehan and guitarist Tyler Ritter. The addition of front man Dakota McGeehan & his …

“The most disturbingly heart-breaking, maniacal, thundering album about aging that you will ever hear”. The cover of Ozzy Osbourne’s new album has him wearing a frightening bowler hat, leather jacket, leaning on a cane and grinning with utter lunacy. However, if you look very closely, you see a face that …

Loser Delusions is the third full length album released by the stoner rockers, Black Mastiff. These friends have been playing music together for almost ten years. Clay Shea (Bass), Allan Harding (Drums), and Bob Yiannakoulias (Guitar/ Vocals).  Loser Delusions, is a follow-up from their 2015 strong release Music Machine. I really …

Dan Kincaid is a Los Angeles based singer/songwriter/guitarist with a deep love for all things rock! Dan was born and raised in Boston, Massachusetts, but moved to Hollywood to pursue music. During his time in Los Angeles, Dan has fronted a number of bands such as Spit Out Star, SuperNo, and Six Days …

Serve a Thirsty Moon is an eclectic collection of short songs (most are under the 2-minute mark) by the Indie band, Smug Brothers.  These guys have had some year, as this is their 3rd release in 2019! Their innovative outpouring of music speaks well for the tenacious foursome, who have …

A Killer’s Confession (AKC) recently released their sophomore endeavor, The Indifference of Good Men, which you can now find under the Metal category on Apple Music and other music outlets.  The band which first formed in 2016 has followed up their original debut album, Unbroken, with a power house effort …

Minnesota based, cinematic rock band COYOTE KID has announced the release of their hotly anticipated concept album, Skeleton Man. Funded in large part through fan support via a highly successful Kickstarter campaign, Skeleton Man introduces fans to the dark world first revealed in the debut single, “Femme Fatale.”  Coyote Kid …

Black Heart Saints is a quality, no-frills hard rock band out of Austin, TX. Their sound is creatively their own. If I were to describe it, I would have to say it reminds me musically of Velvet Revolver and vocally of Tesla. With a wink of respect to the band, …

ODDFELLAS is a Texas 4-pc band consisting of Drake Fisher on Lead Vocals, Dako Ryan Esparza on Guitar, Lino Alcaraz on Bass and Mason Galavis on Drums.  They are a Rock N’ Roll band from Pampa, TX with a Southern Rock, Blues, Alternative feel.  The EP starts out with the …

Lonely Dakota is a UK band that describes their sound as Indie-Alt-Southern Rock. Their EP, End of Days, was released on June 28, 2019.  The EP begins with “Victoria”, a power ballad that is both beautiful and melancholy as it seduces you with poetry set to music.The lyrics are exceptional …

Los Angeles band Charming Liars are building upon their 2019 breakout year with a 4-song acoustic EP, Bare Bones. I found this EP to be a solid and poignant performance, full of unexpected twists and turns. These stripped down songs really showcase the instrumental talent of Karnig Manoukian and Mike …

First let me start off by saying that my son asked me to review this album. I believe he thought this would be a bonding experience for us, something we could enjoy together. As a man who grew up in the 1970’s, I secretly had only a pittance of hope …

Minneapolis based band Cold Kingdom has released their long awaited full length album, Into the Black Sky.  This compilation is eleven songs filled with creativity and raw emotion.  The female fronted group released their first single and video, “A New Disaster” which has already reached close to 50 thousand views …

Orlando based rockers, Wake Up Hate, have released their debut EP, Deep Sleep, consisting of seven solid tunes that will keep your interest for all 26 minutes.  These three guys are impressive considering they only recently formed the band within the last year.  The band consists of Jake Adkins on …

If you’re feeling a little hopeless and lost, I have found a band for you!  Awake at Last is a band that wants to be known as a shining light of positivity in this oftentimes dismal and dark world.  They are about to release their first full length album, The …

Rock ‘n roll just isn’t dangerous anymore. I’m not talking the bad kind of danger that plunges our musical heroes into addiction and abuse, taking them from us too soon. I mean unexpected antics that make you say “what the hell?” Or “hell yeah!” I’m talking when the music and …

Megalith means a very large, rough stone used in prehistoric cultures as a monument or building block.  This album is definitely going to be a building block for 9Electric’s credibility as a solid rock and roll band.  The quartet from LA has given us a monumental effort with their latest …

The mysterious streets of New Orleans create the perfect backdrop for songs dripping with sultry sadness, and sometimes it takes years of searching and divine destiny to make something beautiful. Blues in My Blood was worth the wait. The back story is necessary to fully appreciate This February release. Tiffany …

Them Guns recently released their full length album, From The Shadows, on February 22, 2019.  This issue is a gathering of 12 songs for 43 minutes of throwback pleasure.  The entire album has an 80’s New Wave feel that begins with Navarone Garibaldi’s deep baritone vocals.  He also contributes his …

Ghost Season has released a five track EP, From The Otherside, which includes two covers and three acoustic acoustic. This band from Greece is full of creativity and talent. The first track, titled “Fade Away,” begins with great guitar and a quick drumbeat. The vocals are raspy, which add to …

WTHCNVCTN has released their debut album Burn Out Bright. This is a personal album that deals with the sobering issues of addiction and depression. The album certainly does rock out, however. The first song is the title track, “Burn Out Bright,” and comes in with a charging bang. The drums …

Silvertung is a band which burst onto the music scene in 2013. The group out of Maryland consists of lead vocalist and guitarist Speed, lead guitarist Codey, drummer Dano, and bassist Sam Sour. Their recently released album (But At What Cost??) is one to take a listen to. The first …

Year Of The Locust has just released a self-titled four-track EP. YOTL is an energetic band who have reached many fans with their good music. It begins with “Line Em Up”, which is a guitar-driving heavy track. The beginning is loud, the guitar riffs are great, and the vocals are …

Fellover My Own is the new album from A Delicate Motor out of Ohio. This is an album which is full of surprises for the ear. The first track, titled “Do For Self,” is soft, relaxing, and there is what sounds like a clock ticking. When it picks up, the …

Savage After Midnight has recently received a lot of attention and airplay on notable stations like SiriusXM Octane for their single “10 Feet Tall.”  It’s no wonder! The feeling of optimism and empowerment shine through brightly. It is also both catchy and anthemic; no doubt a crowd pleaser live. “10 …

Hailing out of Seattle, Spirit Award released Muted Crowd which is an almost therapeutically made album. This psych rock will make it seem like you have had a good therapy session. “Witching Hour” begins this ten-song album with a great beat of the drums. Captivating vocals with a strong psychedelic …

Growing up in Italy an Ireland, Mimmo Ripa is a quite talented musician playing bass, guitar and songwriting. This album, Souvenirs, is one that will make new fans all over the world. “You Are All It Is” begins with an eeriness that draws you in. The vocals have a slight …

Hailing from Florida, 100 Watt Vipers is a band that just released a new album, Holy Water. The first track is “Aces High” and begins with a guitar riff which makes your foot tap. The track has a gritty feel in a rock ‘n’ roll way. The guitar is the …

The Southern California band, Badflower, released their first full length album on February 22, 2019.  Prepare yourself, this collection of 13 songs is not for the faint of heart. Each song has been carefully crafted to evoke the most powerful emotions possible while dealing with deep and often taboo subject …

Our Untold Story is an alternative rock band out of Stockholm, Sweden with a new release titled My Dreams My Rules, released on June 3. It is in time for summer airplay on many platforms. Their story begins in 2012 and since has formulated five EP/album releases. “Sexy Blonde” is …

Let’s travel back in time. Rock ‘n Roll is about attitude, whiskey, and not-so-thinly-veiled innuendos. Tunes soar with awe-inspiring choruses and blazing guitar solos. Every front man has a respectable amount of chest hair.  If you’re thinking, “Sister, I’d hop right in that time machine before you can say ‘Sunset …

Lost In The Moment is the debut EP from music artist Bexley. She is a fierce female who has the heart and soul of an alternative rock queen. Her music covers topics such as toxic hard love and figuring out what is going on in the world today. This debut …

PORN is back with The Darkest Of Human Desires – Act II. This album is a follow-up to The Ogre Inside – Act I, which was released in 2017. This album has Mr. Strangle come again into a gothic and mentally unstable world of murder and mayhem. It is not …

When thinking of music out of Athens, Georgia, REM and the B-52s may come to mind, but you’re in for a big surprise. Athens-based Lullwater has been around for about a decade and they have brought back rock ‘n’ roll with a grunge vibe. One of their singles is a …

My Life With The Thrill Kill Kult is a band that defies all that society considers normal and this is a good thing. Their latest release, titled In The House Of Strange Affairs, is a funky album which embodies what every fan loves about this band. Hailing from Chicago, IL, …