INTERVIEW: ORGY (LOS ANGELES)
Since 1994, Jay Gordon has been a standard-bearer for moving metal forward, incorporating industrial and electronic elements into rock and metal before many of his contemporaries. “Blue Monday” was a force to reckon with on its release. Despite being a rework of a New Order track, the single tor
REVIEW: HAIM – DAYS ARE GONE (2013)
There are certain things about SXSW each year that stick with you. 2012 was no different. Be it rumors of a super group of two rappers with four hands performing songs off an upcoming project. Or talking food trucks with beloved European singers. Or the ever-present rumblings regarding which sponsor
Review: Loma Prieta – I.V. (2012)
If you’re unfamiliar with Loma Prieta (like I was a few short months ago) this is their 4th full length, first with Deathwish Inc. If you’re unfamiliar with Deathwish, it’s run by Converge frontman Jacob Bannon, and whether you like the bands on the label or
INTERVIEW: FITZ AND THE TANTRUMS (LOS ANGELES)
It’s no secret that I’m a huge fan of LA darlings, Fitz and The Tantrums. Their insanely dance-able soul/funk blend had me hooked long before I saw them in concert. But the great thing about them is you don’t need to be a fan to enjoy their live shows. The Tantrums on stage are a group [&
REVIEW: FUNERAL PARTY – THE BOOTLEG EP (2008)
Adding another gift under the dance punk tree this holiday season, Funeral Party unveiled their first EP early December. Despite the genre being dominated by the likes of The Faint or, stretching, Jaguar Love, few have garnered such early overseas notice like these Californi