Dan Myler – Contributor Rating: 5 Stars My Chemical Romance (from New Jersey) formed in 2001, took the alternative scene by storm with their hit singles “I’m Not Okay (I Promise)” and “Helena.” They continued on with their career, with their next big hit, “Teenagers” on the album The Black Parade. Comprised of Gerard Way
“Illuminaudio” by Chiodos
Dan Myler – Contributor Rating: 4 Stars Chiodos (Davison, MI) is a post-hardcore band that was formed in 2001, comprised of Craig Owens, Pat McManaman, Jason Hale, Derrick Frost, Bradley Bell, and Matt Goddard. In 2009, Owens and Frost departed the band. Brandon Bolmer was brought in to be the new lead vocalist, as well
“My Best Friend is You” by Kate Nash
Auburn Petty – Editor-in-Chief Rating: 3 Stars Kate Nash, a singer from London, England, released her third album, My Best Friend is You on April 19, 2010. Her debut album, Foundations was popular in both the UK and the United States. Her sophomore album, Made of Bricks, was a huge success in the UK, skyrocketing to
“What is Love?” by nevershoutnever
Auburn Petty – Editor-in-Chief Rating: 4 Stars Nineteen-year-old, Christofer Drew, better known as never shout never, released the album, What is Love? on January 26 of this year. I’m a fan of his old work as well as the songs that appear on this album. Of course, I’d like to throw out there that I
Jonas Sees In Color’s Self-Titled Album
Auburn Petty – Editor in Chief Rating: 5 Stars Greensboro navites, Jonas Sees in Color finally released their first full length album on September 29th. Members Ryan Downing (vocals), Jonathan Owens (guitar, vocals), Meagan Beth Plummer (keyboard), Johnny Albright (guitar), Mikey Deming (bass), and John Chester (drums) combine to make music that never fails to
“Love and Terror” by the Cinematics
Auburn Petty – Editor in Chief Rating: 4 Stars The Scottish band, The Cinematics, came on to the music scene with their release, “A Strange Education” in March of 2007. This follow-up album dropped back in September of this year. “Love and Terror” should impress many, as each song is impressive. The band includes Scott
“Poor Baby Zebra” by Sugar Glyder
Auburn Petty – Editor in Chief Rating: 3 Stars Sugar Glyder (Charlotte, NC) released their second full-length album, Poor Baby Zebra in July 2009. The band is comprised of Daniel Howie (Vocals, keyboard, guitar), Chris Rigo (Guitar, percussion, vocals), Bobby Mathews (Drums, keyboard, vocals, percussion), and Emily Aoyagi (Bass, keyboard, tambourine). The album is excellent,
“Brand New Eyes” by Paramore
Auburn Petty – Editor in Chief Rating: 5 Stars Paramore (Franklin, TN) is comprised of Hayley Williams (vocals), Josh Farro (guitar), Taylor York (guitar), Jeremy Davis (bass) and Zac Farro (drums). Brand New Eyes is the band’s third album, and is representative of the changes the band went through. Proving that the scare that the
“Bomb in a Birdcage” by A Fine Frenzy
Auburn Petty – Editor in Chief Rating: 4 Stars Alison Sudol, the talented musician of A Fine Frenzy has finally released her sophomore album, Bomb in a Birdcage The new album depicts her growth as an artist, and all of the songs are a refreshing change from the last album, as this new release is
“The Incredible Story of Mr. Birch” by Ives the Band
Auburn Petty – Editor in Chief Rating: 3 Stars Jason Tolliver (Vocals, Piano, Acoustic guitar), Kyle Moore (Electric guitar), Bryce Newman (Bass) and Drew Newman (Drums) make up the IVES the band. The Incredible Story of Mr. Birch is the band’s first full-length album, and it doesn’t release until October 1 of this year. However,