The Showcase – March 2025
I listen to a lot of music. No, really. If I’m not catching up on what my dudes...
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Soundwire – Collider | Traversing The Psychedelic Landscape
The 1990s are inseparable from the rise of grunge, a raw, rebellious force in alternative rock that became...
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...
FACS – Wish Defense | The Duality of Sound and Noise
Since the dawn of the 20th century, Chicago has been at the forefront of music. You can track...
Moon Goons – Lady Of Many Faces | Anything But Boring
I consume a lot of heavy music – not just here at this publication but in my waking...
Oranssi Pazuzu – Muuntautuja | An Album of Cosmic Horror
On the surface, it’s easy to describe a horror movie. It’s even easier if you already know the...
The Autumn Playlist for 2024 from Bearded Gentlemen Music
The air is getting crisp, filled with the scent of pumpkin and nutmeg. Leaves change colors before laminating...
Rider/Horse – Matted and The Coolest Stuff of The Week | July 10th
Let me admit I was on my shit this week. It’s a punk-adjacent-heavy week. And when it’s not...
Crushed Monocle Podcast – Episode 36: Dale Crover of the MELVINS
In Episode 36, the legendary Dale Crover joins Jon and Coop to talk about the new Melvins' record "Tarantula Heart".
CIVIC In Chicago | Aussies Keeping Punk Alive
The Aussies have something special within their music, and thankfully the US is always there with open arms....