Wrnlrd
Death Drive
FSS (2010)
Ever hear of the term “outsider” music? I have certainly seen the term thrown around when referring to different albums or artists and never quite understood how or why that particular artist or record was graced with such a vague descriptor when attempting to relate the music to someone or an audience of some sort. Well, if ever there was a perfect subject for this “outsider” descriptor than WRNLRD is just that, outsider music; and I say this because not only does the work of this outfit defy conventional labels (yes, there is a bit black metal here and there, and sure, there is a lot of fuzzed out noise going on as well in the music), but the method and drive behind the music most definitely is suited to this term. Take the latest EP from WRNLRD for illustration’s sake; Death Drive is an exercise in the strange and bizarre and that is even more evident if you have read or listened to any of the interviews that the principle songwriter of WRNLRD has given in regards to the record, and the fact that the subject matter (seriously go find the video interview where he discusses the impetus, inspiration, … Read more
The Thermals
Personal Life
Kill Rock Stars (2010)
It’s very rare that an album can be described as “charming.” However, it’s an appropriate way to describe indie-punk outfit … Read more
Picture Me Broken
Wide Awake
Megaforce (2010)
Here is a Cali band that has been performing together since seventh grade as a cover band doing Led Zeppelin … Read more
Nazca Lines
Untitled EP
Stressed Sumo (2010)
Seattle based Nazca Lines have been garnering rave reviews since their formation in 2005 have a new three song EP … Read more
Twin Killing
...If This Could Last Forever
Akashic (2009)
Well anyone that names themselves after Floorpunch most be good right? Well Twin Killing is. Fast youth crew styled hardcore … Read more
The Measure [SA]
Notes
No Idea (2010)
A recent SPB interview with Lauren Measure found that the band has released 18 pieces of wax so far in … Read more
