Bob Martin

The Long and Winding Road:  Bob Martin and the Re-birth of An Americana Classic

Every now and then I come across a masterpiece album that somehow flew underneath my musical radar or because of my age and the tender innocence of…More...

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Nick Moss & the Flip Tops

Nick Moss & the Flip Tops – Play It Til Tomorrow

06.16.2008 | Artist: Nick Moss & the Flip Tops | Reviewed by: Don Zelazny
Album name: Play It Til Tomorrow

I had a feeling I was going to like this CD.  Nick Moss dedicated his new CD to Muddy Doggers, “the coolest road dog and best friend a guy could ever have”…More...

My Morning Jacket

My Morning Jacket - Evil Urges

06.11.2008 | Artist: My Morning Jacket | Reviewed by: Joe Koch
Album name: Evil Urges

One common theme that arises again and again in the life of a critic is the knowledge that expectation is the seed of disappointment. The recent Radiohead concert I attended…More...

The Mother Truckers

The Mother Truckers - Let’s All Go To Bed

06.06.2008 | Artist: The Mother Truckers | Reviewed by: John Walker
Album name: Let's All Go To Bed

With a solid mix of rock and country, The Mother Truckers Let’s All Go To Bed attempts to capture the raw energy of their acclaimed live shows. Lead singers Josh…More...

Angel Band

Angel Band - With Roots and Wings

06.04.2008 | Artist: Angel Band | Reviewed by: Don Zelazny
Album name: With Roots and Wings

The Angel Band consists of three fine singers, Nancy Josephson, Jen Schonwald and Kathleen Weber as well as Chum, what they call their “adorable backup band.” Their…More...

The Black Angels

The Black Angels - Directions to See a Ghost

05.28.2008 | Artist: The Black Angels | Reviewed by: Joe Koch
Album name: Directions to See a Ghost

They synthesized their name from the title of a Velvet Underground song and a quote from Edvard Munch. Their iconography centers around a stylized image of Nico. Their live…More...

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