The Weakerthans
Reunion Tour
Epitaph (2007)
Few of us lead the jet-set life, so when television and tabloid magazines glorify the lives of celebrities it often leaves us feeling ordinary and under whelmed. Could our lives be that anti-climatic? Where does meaning lie in the routine? Is there anything extraordinary about everyday life? John K. Samson wouldn't answer the question straight; instead he'd tell you a story. By its conclusion you'd find yourself recalling the most generic moments of your life, awe-struck, only now understanding how profound they were. Within the series of vignettes that make up The Weakerthans' Reunion Tour we learn about the lives of a bus driver, a cat, a man who claims to have seen Big Foot, and a host of others, all told from the first person. On par with the tradition of modern fiction, Reunion Tour demonstrates that we learn the most about ourselves in the time between the best and worst days of our lives. In 1997, fresh off the heels of Propaghandi, The Weakerthans' punk influence was unmistakable. Now, ten years later, it's almost non-existent. At the forefront of their sound are the hints of folk, country, and host of other influences. Yes, punk is still there, but … Read more
A Step Behind
This is What We've Become
Independent (2007)
I knew this was bound to happen. I feel slightly invaded by the fact that it has. I've never been … Read more
Pulling Teeth
Martyr Immortal
Deathwish Inc. (2007)
Pulling Teeth have quickly emerged as one of hardcore's most respected groups following their formation a couple years back. With … Read more
Grave in the Sky
Cutlery Hits China: English for the Hearing Impaired
Heart & Crossbone (2007)
Grave in the Sky is a three-piece from Israel that plays thick, but still raw doom-y music. The tempos are … Read more
Jay Eff Kay
America: Suicide Notes Vol. 1
Independent (2007)
I don't see myself as a hip-hop expert, but I think it's fair to say that the genre is pretty … Read more
