The Showcase – April 2025
I listen to a lot of music. No, really. If I’m not catching up on what my dudes...
Music
Jolie Laide – Creatures | A Study in Intentional Creativity
The trick to making excellent art that effortlessly crosses genres? Ample amounts of talent and heaps of self-awareness....
In Defense of Chappell Roan | Or Maybe Just Let Her Be
Every day on social media is a new episode of How Dare Chappell Roan. One minute it’s “industry...
Grinding Eyes – Out of Focus | Psyche Is Alive
Australia has long been a powerhouse of psychedelic rock. The continent has churned out bands like The Murlocs,...
Djo – The Crux | Joe Keery and the Identity of Responsibilty
At 42, I like to think I’ve worn many hats. After my dad passed, I stepped up to...
Kraftwerk at The Auditorium Theatre | A Step Ahead of The Future
At first glance, a two-hour set with four guys standing motionless behind their synthesizers might seem like the...
Ska, Punk, and Other Junk – March 2025
Welcome to “Ska, Punk, and Other Junk!” With this monthly column, I’ll highlight all of the cool things...
Breaking The Circle – Talking Circle Breaker With Noah Taxpayer, Drummer For Experimental Portland Punks, The Taxpayers
Over the last 18 years (give or take a hiatus), Portland, Oregon’s The Taxpayers have been at the...
Liz Longley – New Life | Sincere Songwriting About Timeworn Topics
The term “Dad Rock” rose to prominence in 2007 with Pitchfork’s review of Wilco’s Sky Blue Sky album....
Downward – LP2 | Expanding Post-Rock
In the sprawling world of post-rock, one thing is certain: it’s impossible to predict where a band will...