Review: Blue Water White Death – Blue Water White Death (2010)
When Blue Water White Death announced its existence mere months ago via what kids these days call “The Pitchfork”, I literally squealed with excitement. Yes, readers,
Words from a Dublin Window
When John asked me to write a little bit every so often for Mezzic.com I was excited to offer something fresh and exciting from my experiences as a producer, DJ, photographer and s
Review: Lookbook – Wild at Heart (2010)
Consider Lookbook the first band ever to capture my attention solely due to the videography in their music video. “Over and Over” is high quality slow-motion, so slow
Review: Alaska – Alaska E.P. (2009)
Music discovery is a funny thing. I’ve mentioned before how often I get new favorite bands gift wrapped and handed over to me like birthday gifts from good pals. Groups
Review: Castevet – Summer Fences (2009)
Chicago’s Castevet has undergone musical changes, tilting the light upon vocals and away from the musical landscapes crafted in Summer Fences. I had not known this
Review: Bad Books – Bad Books (2010)
It’s strange when there’s an artist that holds a very special place in your heart for reasons unknown. You know, the kind that almost becomes a significant other to you over ti
CONCERT REVIEW + PHOTOGRAPHY: F.STOKES AT MAJESTIC THEATRE (MADISON)
(October 15th, 2010) The Majestic is my kind of venue; a converted theater with several levels, yet intimate despite the balcony and accoutrements. Small standing room ah
REVIEW: PEARLY GATE MUSIC – PEARLY GATE MUSIC (2010)
Mezzic readers, my name is Amber Valentine and I am creep. I don’t mean that in the sense that I like to repeatedly and perversely hit on underage ladies until restraining orders
REVIEW: AGENT RIBBONS – CHATEAU CRONE (2010)
I’ll be completely honest with you, Mezzic readers. I got into Agent Ribbons for one reason and one reason only: I found their lead singer, Natalie Gordon, ridicul