"Night on Fire," VHS or Beta
Reviewed by Alex Slawson and Herman Snell
Although not very original in today's indie retro music soundscape, VHS or Beta are nonetheless fun and catchy as hell. "Night on Fire" plays like a hybrid of Franz Ferdinand …
[Music] Kasey's ‘Angel'
Motherhood will certainly change one's outlook on life, and it has only served to enrich the artistic spirit of Australia's alt-country darling Kasey Chambers.
"In COG We Trust," Consortium of Genius
-- By JC Patterson
Consortium of Genius - "In COG We Trust" If Young Frankenstein, the HAL9000 Computer (from 2001, A Space Odyssey), "drunken" comedian Foster Brooks and Weird Al Yankovich all had an …
"Songs About the Ocean," The High Water Marks
Reviewed by Herman Snell and Alex Slawson
With a roster of members from several high profile indie acts [Apples in Stereo, Palermo, Preston School of Industry], The High Water Marks almost "seem" like an indie rock super …
Four Shillings Short at Fenians
America and Ireland since 1997. THURSDAY: NOV 11, 8:30 - 11:30PM , FENIANS PUB
The music of Four Shillings Short combines the talents of native Irishman, Aodh Og O'Tuama and Californian, Christy Martin in a fascinating and spirited feast of Celtic, Folk and World …
[Music] That Which We Call a Rose
Lovers of ancient music are in for a treat Nov. 6 when The Rose Ensemble performs in Jackson for the first time. Starting at 7:30 p.m. at St. Philip's Episcopal …
Old Capitol Museum Concerts
Old Capitol Museum Concerts - Dec. 12, 3 p.m. The Oakdale Elementary Singers, Brandon. Dec. 19, 3 p.m. Saint Andrew's Cathedral Choir. State St. 576-6920.
Chemical Brothers New Single and Album Announced
On January 18th The Chemical Brothers return with "Galvanize", a full blooded pulsing dance-floor anthem, featuring the vocal talents of the legendary Q-tip. From its pounding bass to its classic …
John Lennon CDS & George Harrison DVD out
Today, November 2nd, Capitol Records releases two John Lennon albums: the new John Lennon Acoustic and a remixed and remastered version of Lennon's classic Rock 'n' Roll with bonus tracks, …
Jazz, Blues and More Concerts
Jazz, Blues and More Concerts - Fri., Dec. 17. The third Friday each month at the Alamo Theater, 333 Farish St. 7:30 p.m. $5. Sherrill Holly- Saxophones; Nathan Hunter- Keyboards; …
Mississippi Gospel and Bluegrass Opry
Mississippi Gospel and Bluegrass Opry - Sat., Nov. 13, 6:30-9:30 p.m. The Diplomats, Larry Wallace Band, Harmony & Grits. Pearl Community Room, next to Pearl City Hall, Old Brandon Rd. …
THE SOUL REBELS DELIVER HIP-HOP BRASS BAND RAUCOUS
"... the missing link between Public Enemy and Louis Armstrong." - Village Voice. "...a peerless group of musicians who kick ass..." - Offbeat. Straight outta N'awlins, the Soul Rebels bring …
"The Best Of…," Clan of Xymox
Reviewed by Alex Slawson and Herman Snell
As progenitors of the Euro-Disco movement in the mid-80's, Clan of Xymox' trademark sound was that of atmospheric synths, driving bass lines, danceable beats and gothic vocals. After a triumphant …
"This Island," Le Tigre
Reviewed by Alex Slawson and Herman Snell
Kathleen Hanna, former front-lady of Bikini Kill and Julie Ruin, now heads the trio of Le Tigre and she delivers the goods true to her riot-grrl punk roots. What is …
"Do You Want New Wave or Do You Want The Soft Pink Truth?" The Soft Pink Truth
Reviewed by Alex Slawson and Herman Snell
The Soft Pink Truth is to house music as Prefuse 73 is to hip-hop. Dissecting the house sound down to its sinews and reconstructing it into something totally phunktastic is …
