Xandria

Neverworld’s End by Xandria (Napalm Records) It’s been a few years since we’ve heard from the likes of the mighty Xandria, and the band now returns in a grand and glorious way with an album destined to become a symphonic metal classic. Now on the Napalm Records roster of talent, Xandria is sure... more

Nada Surf

The Stars Are Indifferent To Astronomy by Nada Surf (Barsuk Records) Pop alternative is something this band does well. Catchy melodies linked to flowing landscapes and colorful backdrops. All of this is expressed by developed harmonies and fun energy almost like bubble gum. This isn’t a garage sounding... more

My Ticket Home

To Create A Cure by My Ticket Home (Rise Records) After being signed to Rise Records, My Ticket Home from Columbus, Ohio recorded a promising EP prophetically titled The Opportunity To Be. Produced by Caleb Shomo of Attack Attack!, their Rise debut garnered a good deal of attention and admiration for... more

Secrets

The Ascent by Secrets (Velocity/Rise Records) The year 2012 kicks into sonic overdrive with the release of The Ascent by Secrets. Another exciting signing from the Velocity/Rise Records partnership, Secrets has unveiled a thrilling debut that should gain them a good deal of attention. 11 tracks in all,... more

Ever After

What Matters Most by Ever After (Self-released EP) Based out of the Raleigh, North Carolina area, Ever After is a dynamic post hardcore band who is beginning to garner attention above and beyond their hometown.  And now with their second EP entitled What Matters Most, there is no doubt that newer fans... more

Plug In Stereo

The Patience EP by Plug In Stereo (Atlantic Records) Of all the singer/songwriters gracing the music scene today, Plug In Stereo’s Trevor Dahl definitely has the talent and personality to follow acts such as John Mayer and Jason Mraz on the road to fame and fortune. Dahl’s presentation is quirky... more

Un4seen

Un4seen by Un4seen (Hi Wheel Entertainment) Out of South Gate, in the heart of Los Angeles comes a composer  who masters the piano with talent and grace. His orchestration is full of depth and insight to all natural emotions and deep relationship feelings. He put these all to music and then paints schemes... more

Only Regret The Summer

Vera by Only Regret The Summer (Self-released EP) Only Regret The Summer is a new post hardcore outfit from Los Angeles who is really beginning to make a name for themselves. In a town overran by bands seeking their fame and fortune, Only Regret The Summer present music that is both emotionally driven... more

Corey Crowder

We Go Back by Corey Crowder (Self-released EP) Corey Crowder has certainly experienced an adventurous year, touring the country with American Idol winner Lee DeWyze as well as securing much coveted opening slots of Leanne Rimes and the legendary Willie Nelson. Clearly demonstrating the power of the Internet... more

Yes

Yes In the Present – Live From Lyon (Frontiers Records) In December of 2009 Yes recorded a soul-stirring show in Lyon, France with recent addition: vocalist Benoit David.  I’ve had the pleasure of seeing Yes from this same period and the In the Present recording is a fitting document of... more

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