Tag Archives: Album Review

The first full-length metal album out of New Jersey’s City Of Tyrants, titled Revelations, will have everyone banging heads. This is an album filled with something for everyone. Revelations reveals songs that will make your heart race and you’ll want to see them live just to feel the energy. The …

Black Dog Prowl has released their latest independent effort Fine Lousy State on November 23, 2018.  This five-song EP is the follow up to 2016’s Have a Little.  All five tunes in this collection are original songs written by the band which consists of Josh Finver-Lead Vocals, Pablo Anton-Guitars, Seth Spaulding-Bass and Enzo …

The band from Rhode Island has a heart-pounding sound that pushes boundaries. Daughters have a unique sound of rock that is all their own. This is good to have with a band that does not play by the rules in present society. I find in the present time there are …

Alright everyone, Lords Of Acid are back!!! Let’s face facts, this is not your mom and dad’s kind of band, then again it depends on your mother and father. Pretty in Kink is the name of their newest release. It is filled with all the delightful debauchery that we all …

Grab your surf board, beach towel, head phones and settle in for another Southern California good time from the boys in Payable on Death aka P.O.D. They just released their 10th studio album on their new label Mascot Records November 16, 2018. This collection of eleven songs features two that …

Sin Quirin of Ministry has a new project, 3 Headed Snake. Although the newly released EP only has three songs, all three songs rock. The style is a throwback that is inspired by bands such as Judas Priest, Iron Maiden, and Dio. The EP inspired me to pull out some of …

If you’re looking for some new southern rock n roll then Shallow Side might just be the band you’ve been looking for. They just released their latest endeavor Origins on July 13, 2018. The new recording is comprised of 11 tracks, eight of which come from previous EPs and three …

The badasses are back! Massively talented rockers Clutch are hitting you right in the face with their latest release Book of Bad Decisions. Both the band and producer Vance Powell went into recording Clutch’s 12th album with one goal: to capture the energy of a Clutch live show. By that …

“Take the ride/feel the rush/we’re flying high/so come with us” Being in your mid-30s in 2018 is kinda weird. We long for the days when you’d come home from school, crack open a Sunny D, and watch TRL. (Did you know that shit was rigged? Damn.) Songs with R&B flavor, …

Rock ‘n roll is alive and well, and there may not be a band more determined to prove that statement that Philadelphia’s own The Boardwalk Kings. TBK is a quartet of well-traveled ex-punks that take pride in solid songwriting and thoughtful compositions. Never wanting to confuse intricate artistry with a lack …

“Just a bunch of hippies in a room” is how Columbus, Ohio rockers Black Coffee describe their recording process. That’s apparent in the band’s debut album Take One. This trio has only been making music together for a little more than a year and a half, but they’ve put together …

Wake up people in Zombie Land, The Zealots are here!! This band coming out of the Midwest just released their first full length record, Only Rocks Live Forever. The ten songs contained within pack a powerful punch of garage band raw energy. Starting with the title track and then moving …

The sophomore release by From Ashes To New begins with a tune titled “Wake Up”. This is most fitting since the band is emerging from a hibernation resulting in a metamorphosis. The song sets the stage for the new work. From Ashes To New is anchored by front man Matt …

The recently released and self-titled EP by Distant Bonds combines alt rock, pop, and electronica into catchy groves that make you want to sing along. The fist track “Chuck the Bass” had me bopping my head and tapping my toes involuntarily. This was followed by the “Defender” which is also …

Southern California trio Them Evils are bringing the danger, dirt, and sleaze back to rock ‘n roll with their new EP, Rollin’ Stoned and Livin’ Free. These 6 songs take you through a fun ride, so full of swagger, you can’t help but swing your hips.   Singer/lead guitarist Jordan …

Sawyer Path, hailing from Montreal Canada, released their 3rd album on April 13th, 2018. This full length record called, Toxic Temptation is accompanied by a video for the song “Blind”. which is the third track of the nine total. This song is about a toxic relationship that is difficult to …

The Ataraxis meaning is defined astranquil, serene or a state of peace of mind.  The debut EP by Zero Theorem seems anything but laid back, its heavy melodic metal produces an involuntary head bang from the first track “Euthanize”.  It seems that this quartet wants to take you to that place where …

The upcoming EP to be issued by Digital Criminals will complete a trio of EPs issued by this energetic band from the UK, more particularly South Wales. This release from the pop punk band contains a total of four original songs and one radio edit version of the title track …

Kansas City, Missouri’s Razorwire Halo is ready to make you dance with their new EP Retaliate. The band’s 11th release is full of electro-rock ear candy, ballsy lyrics, and some serious swagger. Retaliate starts strong with the groovy and sexy “Sweat.” It’s peppered with electronic sounds, and driven by an …

Erase Me, Underoath’s first release since 2010, has the band shedding labels and expectations. They’ve made it clear they no longer identify as a “Christian band,” and are freeing themselves from the confines of making music that’s “Underoath enough.” The band hits hard and heavy, lyrically and musically with Erase …

“We feel no pity in our city that the river divides.” If you’re going to listen to Songs From The Realm, the upcoming EP from Joplin, Missouri’s Me Like Bees, get ready. You aren’t sitting down to stroll through some lighthearted tunes. You’d better lace up your sturdy boots and …

The new Fireball Ministry record Remember the Story bursts out of the gate sounding like an old school hardcore rock and roll band ready for a stadium of full of head banging metal heads with their track “End of Our Truth”. In fact, the majority of the tracks on this …

Do you miss the ’90’s? I mean, the good part of the ’90’s…when the genre we called “alternative” ruled the airwaves? And we actually listened to the radio? I do. If you also long for the days when MTV played music videos, give Dallas, Texas band MESSER a listen. MESSER’S …

Recorded/mixed at Emerald City Studios, Los Angeles, CA. Produced by “Wizardz of Oz”. Released by SuperPop.Co Records October 20th, 2017. All Good Things latest LP, Machines is the first album under the name “All Good Things“. The band was coaxed into officially forming All Good Things by all their loyal gaming …

Formed in Oakland, California, Lionheart has been rocking since 2004. After bringing their run in the music industry to an end over a year ago, the group has realized retirement isn’t for them. After five albums, Lionheart is releasing ‘Welcome To The West Coast II,’ citing bands such as Blood …

Rock from down south is more gritty, more dirty, more right. Whatever comes out of the south always has that dig your roots sound, that down to earth and real talk vibe meant to draw you in and relate to something you’ve never experienced. Rock coming from the south will …

The beauty of finding new things to discover about someone is experiencing the mystery that surrounds them. A perfect example of such mystery is the band DED. Seemingly coming out of nowhere, DED apparated on radio waves everywhere with their hit single “Anti-Everything” and impressing big names in the industry. …

Detroit’s rock scene is unreal, spilling out acts like Mark Tremonti and The White Stripes and anything in between. Motor City hasn’t failed us (well, there was that incident with Insane Clone Posse, but I digress) as they bring us yet again another noteworthy band. Formed in 2011, the band …

If you are a fan of Linkin Park, you might want to consider giving Dangerkids a try. This group from Ohio started back in 2012 and is made up of Andy Bane (vocals), Tyler Smyth (vocals), Alex Asch (guitar), Jake Bonham (bass), and Katie Cole (drums). Though Dangerkids is often …

Never Let This Go is an alternative band from Arizona. They have played with bands such as Against the Current, As It Is, Metro Station, Never Shout Never, Set It Off, Waterparks, and many more. Earlier this year, this three-piece band released their newest album, Sleepless Nights. Never Let This …

Lovers of rock, do we have a treat for you! All the way from Athens, Greece, Rock Documented would like to introduce you to SixStringNoise. Conceived back in 2010, this one-man band packs a punch. George Markogiannakis’ (Markos 6SN) newest album, Cold Damned Season is a force to be reckoned …

In the middle of a search for some new music? Then make sure you listen closely, because Rock Documented has the album for you! After being signed to Revival Records, Misery Loves Company released their debut album, Love Notes and Highways. Misery Loves Company was started back in 2015 in …

The Traditional, an emo punk band from Buffalo began back in 2012. This three-piece group is made up of Anthony Musior (vocals/bass), Michael Bienias (guitar), and Jon Coric (drums). The Queen of Heaven is the band’s second album and was released back in March. “Parlez-Vous Francais” is the first song …

Recently, While She Sleeps released their newest album, You Are We. The third full length album dropped on April 21st, and fans could not be happier with the results. While She Sleeps is made up of Lawrence “Loz” Taylor (lead vocals), Sean Long (lead guitar and vocals), Mat Welsh (rhythm guitar, vocals, and …

In search of a great acoustic album to jam to during these warmer months? Look no further than Senses Fail’s latest EP, In Your Absence. These five tracks mix their old and current music to create a successful short summer playlist. The current line-up of the band consists of James …

If you ask me what countries are dominating the rock industry in the world today, my response would be “Hands down, Sweden.” Every hard rock fan in America knows who Avatar is, but if you turn your attention to bands coming out of Sweden right now, you’ll find a band …

In search of some new music? You should cross over to the other side of the pond and check out the newest album from a brilliant English band. Modern Ruin, Frank Carter & The Rattlesnakes second studio album was released this January. Fronted by Frank Carter, the band also includes …

Manifesto is Seasons After’s latest album. This high-energy rock group has created an album that is a must have! The band is made up of Tony Housh (lead vocals), James Beattie (lead guitar/ backing vocals), Chris Dawson (rhythm guitar), Ryan Kennedy (bass), and Nicholas Denham (drums). Some of the most …

Hailing from Des Moines, Iowa, Holy White Hounds released their debut album Sparkle Sparkle on May 6th of this year. This alternative rock album has an indie feel to it and just listening to the songs will put you in a head-bopping mood. The album starts off with Holy White …

9ELECTRIC is a high-energy band out of Los Angeles, CA lead by Ron Underwood, a.k.a. Thunderwood. I was first introduced to this dynamic 4-man ensemble earlier this year when they opened for Lacuna Coil at The Chameleon Club in Lancaster, PA. Their music is an intricate mix of rock and …

Formed in 2011, Cane Hill is a nu metal band based out of New Orleans. Fronted by Elijah Witts, the group is also made up of James Barnett (guitar), Ryan Henriquez (bass), and Devin Clark (drums). Smile, the band’s newest album was just released July 15th. Overall, Smile is a …

Gone is Gone is a rock group based out of Los Angeles, California. The band itself may be recent, but the members are all seasoned musicians. Gone is Gone is comprised of Troy Sanders (lead vocals and bass) from Mastodon, Troy Van Leeuwen (guitar) from Queens of the Stone Age, …