Albums
Nikotin
by Matt Ross
Back in 2011, an early version of Nikotin’s “Broken Dreams” suggested that the Dubai-based rockers had some seriously big ideas for their imminent full-length.…
Malak
by Adam Grundey
She might be just 20 years old, but Malak El Husseiny’s debut EP showcases a confidence that’s more commonly associated with an artist several albums into their career.…
Apo and The Apostles
by Adam Grundey
On this promising debut record, Apo and The Apostles bring a summer festival vibe (complete with trumpet) to five upbeat, catchy tracks – two in English, two in Arabic and…
Empty Yard Experiment
by Adam Grundey
Finally, EYE have come close to capturing their live energy on record. Kallisti is the sound of a band playing to their strengths and clearly having a blast. On this intricate,…
Pindoll
by Adam Grundey
With guitarist Miran Gurunian’s pedigree in seminal Beirut band Blend, Pindoll were always likely to grab attention. Add in Erin Mikaelian’s classy voice – capable…
Vin Sinners
by Adam Grundey
Vin Nair does not lack commitment. On his band’s major-label debut, the Vin Sinners frontman howls, croons and growls his way through almost 80 minutes of Classic Rock –…
Two Wooden Stones
by Adam Grundey
“I am the alchemist,” frontman Shélhôm sings on “The Alchemist.” “Everything I touch turns to shit.” The second half of that statement…
Tinariwen
by Will Hermes
Transplant a group of veteran Saharan guitar slingers to a different desert (SoCal’s Mojave, specifically the indie depot of Joshua Tree) and add some American guests –…
Elbow
by Adam Grundey
Guy Garvey’s just turned 40. But given how much of Elbow’s past material has mined the same vein of uplifting nostalgia as this record, it hasn’t made any real…
St. Vincent
by Jon Dolan
Annie Clark (a.k.a. St. Vincent) isn’t just a great songwriter. She’s a great song dissector, breaking down pop’s essential rhythmic, melodic and emotional components,…
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