The Lowercase S: The smallest Creature’s “Reboot”

An alternative rock band originating in Cyprus is currently working on their first independently released album.  In July of this year, The smallest Creature debuted their single “Reboot” as a taste of what’s to come. Three musicians make up the talents in the group, including guitarist Stefanos Marnerides (who initiated the project), bassist Stephanos Nicolaou, and… Continue reading The Lowercase S: The smallest Creature’s “Reboot”

Heavy Montreal 2016: A Spastic Venue Review

Right off the bat, I have to admit the main factor of my ignorance when it comes to festivals: I have not been to many and the last music fest attended at a “major” venue was the Hartford Xfinity Theater about 5 years ago. That being said, my experience going to Heavy Montreal was a… Continue reading Heavy Montreal 2016: A Spastic Venue Review

Album Review: Boy From the Crowd’s Where the Bees Come to Die

A London band Boy From the Crowd has released their new EP album called Where the Bees Come to Die. This duo is a good, punk mesh of Blues and Rock and Roll. It is rather admirable when a duo creates such strong sounds. With Vinny Piana’s gravelly voice and transitioning blues to rock guitar… Continue reading Album Review: Boy From the Crowd’s Where the Bees Come to Die

Album Review: Sidewave’s Glass Giant

Who knows what Space-rock is? Have you even heard of Space-rock? Not I, until I was introduced to the music of Sidewave, a band from Los Angeles, CA. When I recently heard about Space-rock I thought it was a new concept in music, but not so much; it’s just a type of music which somehow… Continue reading Album Review: Sidewave’s Glass Giant

Album Review: Ransom Scenery’s ear to ear

Truly. Unique. These are the best words that come to mind when I listen to the compilation of sounds emerging from the talent that is Ransom Scenery. Born of Springfield, Illinois the band’s wide array of musical integration becomes the movement of avant garde music. Their new album ear to ear was released February 25th,… Continue reading Album Review: Ransom Scenery’s ear to ear

Single Review: The Unravelling’s “Master Drone”

A Canadian musical duo from Calgary known as The Unravelling (yes, two “L’s”) released their new single “Master Drone” online July 8th, 2015. The integration of multi-faceted tones and rhythms keeps your ears piqued throughout the song. Ambient sounds fluctuate, as heavier metal-type guitar riffs play continuously. Clear vocals complete the sound, introducing calm tones… Continue reading Single Review: The Unravelling’s “Master Drone”

Concert Recap: City Limits Café Summer Rock and Metal Fest

“Rain or shine” is one of my favorite descriptors when it comes to all day events, especially when metal and beer are involved. This past Saturday, June 27th at City Limits Café & Bar in Thomaston, I attended the Summer Rock and Metal Fest hosted by Paul Spak, bassist of 60 Grit, Priapism, and Mortifica.… Continue reading Concert Recap: City Limits Café Summer Rock and Metal Fest