Welcome Center – Talk Talk Talk | Pop Music Should Be Kinda Sad Adam P. Newton·July 16, 2021Rock purists and poptimist critics both underestimate the same thing about pop music. More often than not, it’s...Album ReviewsFeatured·2 mins read
Aly & AJ: Ten Years | New and Improved or Slightly New & Repackaged? Aaron Cooper·November 27, 2017As stated in my “Where Are The Negative Album Reviews” article a while back, I refuse to review releases...Album ReviewsFeaturedRants·5 mins read
MIEARS: Who Will Save You? | Review and Interview Adam P. Newton·February 27, 2017“I love my keytar. It’s my comfort blanket when performing, but it’s not on the album at all!” So began my conversation with MIEARS about her debut record.Album ReviewsInterview·3 mins read
Album Review: Disclosure – Caracal Adam P. Newton·November 18, 2015If the Lawrence Brothers are proud of Caracal, then I’m happy for them. Disclosure certainly know how to make a better electro-pop tune than I do.Album Reviews·2 mins read
Album Review: Future Islands – Singles tomvickress·March 26, 2014Future Islands new album Singles is punchy, catchy, groovy, and totally sincere, making it one of the most gripping listens all year.Album Reviews·2 mins read
Album Review: Metronomy – Love Letters David Dring·March 25, 2014Metronomy's Love Letters is a soulful and personal effort from the British electro-pop band.Album Reviews·2 mins read
Nite Jewel – Bowery Ballroom, NYC (April 24, 2012) Nathan Jones·May 7, 2012Wow, a musician using synthesizers, samples, keys and other electronica actually shows up for a concert with instruments...Concert Reviews·3 mins read
