Outside of Zach De La Rocha, I don’t think there exists a more passionately political figure in music than Serj Tankian, front man of the long dormant System of a Down (how dormant? Serj is now two solo albums away from matching the band’s entire catalogue). He’s founded an activist group with former Rage Against the Machine guitarist Tom Morello and never misses a moment, be it at concerts or on the Internet, to share his views on global events, […]
Album Reviews
Spin Cycle: The Very Best, MTMTMK
The Very Best backs away from the sound that first brought them acclaim on their new album, “MTMTMK.” Check out our review to know more.
Spin Cycle: HELLYEAH, Band Of Brothers
HELLYEAH? More like HELLNO, as our latest review demonstrates.
Metal Monday Volume 79 (7.16.12)
3 Pill Morning’s debut album, Black Tie Love Affair, is the focus of the latest Metal Monday.
Spin Cycle: Bright Light Bright Light, Make Me Believe In Hope
Combining ’90’s hip-hop elements, 80’s new wave, and some of the best club anthems this side of an Ibiza compilation, Bright Light Bright Light delivers the dance soundtrack of the summer. Filled with some of the catchiest melodies and most memorable hooks, Make Me Believe In Hope is an album that flies high above normal Pop standards. On the surface, the glossy sheen of some of the songs may seem cheesy but it works on every level and compels listeners to keep this album […]
Spin Cycle: Childish Gambino, R O Y A L T Y
Childish Gambino has a new mixtape you should really listen to. It’s called R O Y A L T Y and it’s free.
The Popblerd Halftime Show: KBOX’s Best of 2012 So Far
Love it or hate it, here’s Popblerd’s KBOX with his list for the halfway point of 2012…
Spin Cycle: R. Kelly, Write Me Back
R. Kelly is back with a brand new album entitled “Write Me Back.” Is it a winner? Find out by reading our review!
Spin Cycle: Vampires Everywhere!, Hellbound And Heartless
Marilyn Manson meets Rob Zombie produced by two guys from Spineshank? That’s how we describe the latest album by Vampires Everywhere.
Spin Cycle: Linkin Park, Living Things
Linkin Park returns with their fifth studio album, “Living Things.” Does their new set mark an improvement over their disappointing “A Thousand Suns?” We’ve got the scoop.
Spin Cycle: Lions Lions, To Carve Our Names
Massachusetts metallers Lions Lions have a debut to be proud of with To Carve Our Names. Read on for our review!
Spin Cycle: The Beach Boys, That’s Why God Made The Radio
Brian Wilson and the Beach Boys return after a lengthy absence with “That’s Why God Made The Radio.” Does the iconic group still have the goods?