Month: September 2002

Nickleback, Curb

By Joanna Farley

Before Nickleback was famous they were still Nickleback. With the re-release of Curb, Nickleback’s first album, it’s obvious the Hanna boys haven’t strayed far from their original sound despite their more recent multi-platinum efforts. Curb’s sound is raw in comparison to Silver Side Up, with a very rusty-sounding Chad Krogger singing undistinguishable lyrics (could he… Continue reading Nickleback, Curb

The Flaming Lips, Yoshimi Battles the Pink Robots

By Chris Morrison

Songs about robots trying to be human, Japanese girls fighting evil robots and everything else that makes up life. That is The Flaming Lips’ Yoshimi Battles the Pink Robots. Brimming with imagination and whimsy, Yoshimi is one of the most joyous listening experiences I have ever had. The melodies are the kind that 14-year-old girls… Continue reading The Flaming Lips, Yoshimi Battles the Pink Robots

Vulgar Deli, Self-Titled

By Josh LaVoie

Welcome to the world of “Ultimate punkabilly-hardcore-roots.”Despite the intriguing genre definition given by the band’s label, Indica Records, this self-titled album is nothing that hasn’t been done before. The 16-track album reeks of strong influence from well-known hardcore groups such as A.F.I., Sick of It All, and U.S. Bombs. That is not to say, however,… Continue reading Vulgar Deli, Self-Titled

Slum Village, Trinity (past, present and future)

By Kris Kotarski

On first listen, I could have sworn Slum Village and Blackalicious were the same act. Mind you, that’s not a bad thing, but the laid-back first single on Trinity, “Tainted,” sounded a lot like “Feel that way,” the first single on Blackalicious’ latest release Blazing Arrow. "Tainted" has that same infectious vibe that gets caught… Continue reading Slum Village, Trinity (past, present and future)

Soundtrack of our lives, Behind the Music

By Alyssa Morrell

Behind the Music is the third full-length release from The Soundtrack of Our Lives. The Swedish band is formed from assorted members of Union Carbide Productions, yet another European gem that never quite made it across the Atlantic. However, Behind the Music shows a glimmer of hope as an album that could make this group… Continue reading Soundtrack of our lives, Behind the Music

Nerf Herder, American Cheese

By Dave Heaton

Embracing nerddom like only Nerf Herder can, the latest release by this little Californian band of geeks, American Cheese, dishes out even more of the delectable nerd-core tunes that so many of us social outcasts have come to love. Topping their simple power-pop melodies with singer Parry Gripp’s pubescent-esque vocal style and slightly-off, though laugh-inducing… Continue reading Nerf Herder, American Cheese

Subb, Daylight Savings

By Josh LaVoie

It has been two years since Montreal punk quintet Subb released their last major cd, Until the Party Ends, and the band has put those two years to excellent use diversifying their sound in preparation for their new release Daylight Saving.This album is an incredible breath of fresh air. Its complex sound is miles ahead… Continue reading Subb, Daylight Savings

Ladies, Ladies, Ladies!

By Nicole Kobie

Pub crawls are generally dominated by men. I’m not sure why women don’t partake as enthusiastically; I’ll refrain from speculation, as I’d only insult members of both sexes. Hoping to encourage the girls to come out and party, the First Annual Ladies Night Pub Crawl was born. We only actually hit one Ladies Night this… Continue reading Ladies, Ladies, Ladies!

Take a walk on the wild side

By Kyle Young

All right, so you’ve had the full spectrum of beer, you’ve done shooters whose names sound like bad porn and you’re ready for something else. Though there are always the standard hard liquors, you’re feeling a little more adventurous, perhaps even a little experimental. You’re ready for bigger and better things.As a paper always committed… Continue reading Take a walk on the wild side