When my band was looking to get our EP heard beyond two counties in Connecticut, Curtis Dewar of Dewar PR came highly recommended as a person who could get our music to the ears of people who would write about it. Mid-level bands (or those seeking to be mid-level) may try to downplay the fact… Continue reading Curtis Dewar: Family Man, PR Man, and Giver of Dangerous Advice
Listening Lately: Mourn the Light’s Weight of the World
This week I was happy to get a review request from a great new band on the Connecticut heavy music scene, Mourn the Light. The southeastern CT group formed in 2017 and have just released their three-track Weight of the World EP. Citing influences like Clutch and Crowbar, this is a strong debut that will… Continue reading Listening Lately: Mourn the Light’s Weight of the World
NERD TALK with Kelly and Jessica from DAXMA
On the flip side of the Nerd Talk’s “shared culture” theme, I’ve also enjoyed getting submissions that discuss completely unexpected topics. When members of Oakland post-doom band Daxma sent in their column, I was surprised to read about magic mushrooms and picture frames. Yep, picture frames — or rather, “custom framing.” Didn’t even know that was… Continue reading NERD TALK with Kelly and Jessica from DAXMA
Nerd Talk with CASKET FEEDER
What kind of band do you get when you put together the influences of sci-fi and dystopia, of Stephen King and Quentin Tarantino? What if you add some Grand Theft Auto to the mix? You’d get Casket Feeder, a ferocious UK death metal band with a hardcore ethos. Casket Feeder just released their second EP,… Continue reading Nerd Talk with CASKET FEEDER
Don’t Try to “Make It”: An Interview with Phil From Khemmis
If Denver doom quartet Khemmis made waves with their 2015 debut, Absolution, their sophomore album Hunted was a tsunami. Now on the eve of their third release, Desolation, vocalist and guitarist Phil Pendergast talked with Alternative Control about the band’s songwriting, imagery, and the ideal of “making it.” Weekend warriors of heavy metal, read on…… Continue reading Don’t Try to “Make It”: An Interview with Phil From Khemmis
NERD TALK with NATHAN CARSON of WITCH MOUNTAIN
Nathan Carson will need no introduction for many of our readers. A founding member of Portland, OR doom metal band Witch Mountain, Carson has stayed the course in the music scene for over two decades. Persistence pays off; Witch Mountain’s self-titled fifth album was released May 25th, 2018 to many accolades. The band is embarking… Continue reading NERD TALK with NATHAN CARSON of WITCH MOUNTAIN
Nerd Talk with Vikki from Her Despair
The British Invasion continues at Nerd Talk — what is this, the War of 1812?? This week, bassist Vikki of Berkshire’s gothic metal band Her Despair takes over; I have a feeling she could get quite a tabletop battle going with Nerd Talk alums Howling Giant! Read on to find out about Vikki’s tastes in… Continue reading Nerd Talk with Vikki from Her Despair