Album Reviews »
Brian Wilson & Van Dyke Parks: Orange Crate Art (Omnivore Recordings)
(0)In 1992, as Beach Boy Brian Wilson’s life once again turned tumultuous, his old friend Van Dyke Parks reached out to him and offered a chance to collaborate. Orange Crate Art, released in 1995 to little fanfare, has now been reissued with a bold and delightful expanded edition, and has stood the test of time.
Song Of The Day »
Song Of The Day: Jim Bob, “Truce”
The Recoup Song Of The Day for Wednesday, August 19th is “Truce” by Jim Bob, taken from the Cherry Red release Pop Up Jim Bob.
Book Excerpt »
The Ballad Of Tommy LiPuma: The End Of The Road
(0)Music industry mogul Tommy LiPuma lived a rags-to-riches life, going from humble beginnings to the top of the music business. In this exclusive excerpt, we see Tommy at what would become his final farewell.
Exclusive First Listens »
EXCLUSIVE VIDEO PREMIERE: Even As We Speak, “Unknown”
(0)We are pleased to present for your viewing consideration the first look at Australian indie-pop band Even As We Speak’s new video from their comeback album Adelphi, due next month via Shelflife Records.
A Conversation With... »
Punk News Comin’ Yer Way!: A Conversation With The Hard Times Founder Matt Saincome
(0)We sat down with Matt Saincome, the founder of the hilariously funny website The Hard Times, on the occasion of the release of their first book, The Hard Times: The First 40 Years.
DVD Reviews »
Reelz Presents: Selena: The Real Story
(0)A new documentary examines the murder of a legendary singer. Selena: The Real Story will debut Saturday, February 1 at 10pm ET/ 7pm PT on Reelz Channel.
Book Reviews »
Sing Backwards And Weep: A Memoir (Hachette)
(0)Singer Mark Lanegan has lived through hell and back, and his new autobiography Sing Backwards And Weep is an unrelenting and harrowing tale of addiction and self destruction. It’s also one of the best rock autobiographies you’ll ever read.