Braden Smith
Cualli – Quantum
A quantum is defined as the smallest unit of matter in an interaction. As such, it is a well-suited title for Cualli’s debut album. Aaron Holsapple leads us in a masterfully mixed journey through wildly fresh musical varieties by giving fine attention to the smallest elements. Cualli blends several types of electronic music punctuated by [...]
Jim Bradford – Redraw the Line
Bob Dylan was the poster child for folk artists with mediocre vocal talents. As a matter of fact, it is not the vocal qualities of most folk artists that draw in their fans. In keeping with this tradition, Jim Bradford’s artistic talent can’t be judged by the vocals. Classical folk tale playfulness and the use [...]
Chris Thompson & Coral Creek – The Road Ahead
When you’re produced by one of the most famous names in the jam band scene – Bill Nershi – you automatically create a buzz of anticipation from fans and critics. Chris Thompson’s new album, The Road Ahead, is worth the hype: It promises certain satisfaction for cheese heads everywhere.
The album features guest appearances by local [...]
Assests of the Universe – Lonesome Alibi
Melodic harmonies wafting over radiowaves has become rare today, but Assets of the Universe’s Lonesome Alibi delivers. AotU blends two rhythm guitars seamlessly with Kate Ball’s expansive vocal talent, while Jonathan Powell infuses every song with a fresh variety of beats.
AotU’s distinct genre borrows influences from Alanis Morissette and Thrice while Kate aggressively drives AotU [...]
Thrifty Astronaut – Caffeine Heartache
Thrifty Astronaut’s newest album, Caffeine Heartache, draws us into the memories of love lost with tinny voice samples wrapped tightly inside raw electro/blues backgrounds. Nick Jones (a.k.a. Thrifty Astronaut) takes the lo-fi Indie-blues feel to expanded heights with noteworthy influences of Radiohead and The Black Keys.
The pace of the album builds with songs like “Pretty [...]
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