by Sean Passmore | May 16, 2024 | Album of the Week, Blog
The 1990s gave rise to the creation of the Tribute Album, a sneaky new way for record companies to simultaneously sell and promote new emerging acts on the backs of older, established artists and their respective catalogues. And seeing as John Lennon is more...
by Sean Passmore | May 8, 2024 | Blog
In the 1960s and 70s, Philadelphia soul reigned supreme in the music world, with its distinctive blend of funk, soul, and R&B. The genre, also known as Philly soul or The Sound of Philadelphia (TSOP), was characterized by its lush strings, horn...
by Sean Passmore | May 5, 2024 | Album of the Week, Blog
Who: Liam Gallagher What: Why Me? Why Not. Where: Grasse, France, The French Riviera via North London via Manchester, England Why: Oasis were a shit show. And both Gallagher brothers were covered in it. Tambourine man and lead vocalist Liam Gallagher, along...
by Sean Passmore | May 1, 2024 | Album of the Week, Blog
Who: Jodis What: Secret House Where: Post-Metal America, USA Why: In 2007, the musical talents of guitarist James Plotkin (Khanate), drummer Tim Wyskida (Khanate) and singer Aaron Turner (SUMAC, Isis) converged to form the enigmatic trio known as Jodis. Drawing from...
by Sean Passmore | Apr 21, 2024 | Album of the Week, Blog
Who: Danny Arakaki What: Tumble In Shade Where: Brooklyn, New York, USA Why: Brooklyn based Danny Arakaki, known for his role as the guitarist/vocalist for the New Jersey sextet Garcia Peoples, steps into the spotlight with his solo debut album, “Tumble...
by Sean Passmore | Apr 15, 2024 | Album of the Week, Blog
Who: Fleet Foxes What: Fleet Foxes Where: Seattle, Washington, USA Why: Seattle based post grunge indie folk rockers Fleet Foxes, under the careful, considered guidance of their fearless leader, principal songwriter and lead vocalist Robin Pecknold, held considerable...
