Sometimes you need to take a step back and enjoy the simple things in life. “Tamarack” is the newest album from the folk ensemble Kalos, and at first glance might seem like a simple collection of folk tunes, but when you actually sit with it, and listen, you’ll find that “Tamarack” is rich with cultural history, and complex ideas.
Read More“Resistance shouldn’t be solemn, but celebrated,” declares artist Mon Rovîa. This sentiment encompasses what he does best with his music: framing resistance as a source of hope, unity, and collective empowerment, rather than something worthy of fear or pity. With the refrain, “no they never gonna keep us all down,” he highlights the idea of shared resilience and strength of communal action.
Read MoreIn my most recent review of Snubnose by GRIP (shoutout pt.2, check it out!), I touched on how I appreciate hearing stories, seeing artistic qualities shine through, and how that elevates hip-hop/rap in my opinion. Well, another perfect example of such a record is Tierra Whack’s Whack World.
Read MoreBarry Odinsson of The Heavy Hymnal reviews the latest offering from Japanese post-rock legends, Mono.
Read MoreSunDog is a funk-infused psychedelic garage rock band from Chugiak, Alaska. The band formed in 2015 after band members, Abi Sparkman (Guitar/Vocals), Deven Lind (Bass/Vocals) and Philip Giannulis (Drums) decided to compete in a battle of the bands at their high-school. SunDog won the competition and has continued to create psychedelic rock and entertain audiences around Alaska.
Read MoreKhemmis continues to impress with their 3rd album in 4 years. by Will Swanson
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