Rose Mountain is still quite an enjoyable record, but it would have been nice to get some more spit with all the polish.
The Subways // The Subways
by B. Toy2/18/2015, 10:00 AM
The British band that defines the term "Party-Punl" lays down twelve tracks that are less about dancing and drinking, and more about heartache and relationships.
Jamie Cullum // Interlude
by Erie Reader Author2/18/2015, 9:45 AM
There's a lot to like about British vocalist/pianist Jamie Cullum and his enormously satisfying new album.
Butch Walker // Afraid of Ghosts
by Alex Bieler2/18/2015, 9:30 AM
Afraid of Ghosts delves into a theme of heartbreak without becoming too melancholy...
Father John Misty // I Love You Honeybear
by Alex Bieler2/18/2015, 9:15 AM
It's a pretty eye-opening mix, but what's most impressive is that Tillman's immense character doesn't overshadow these stunning arrangements.
Fall Out Boy American // Beauty/American Psycho
by Bryan Toy2/4/2015, 5:00 AM
If Fall Out Boy wants to save rock 'n' roll, this is not the way to do it.
Jason Marsalis Vibes Quartet // The 21st Century Trad Band
by Erie Reader Author2/4/2015, 4:50 AM
A sharp, high-energy sound that is exciting but sometimes jarring.
The Decemberists // What a Terrible World, What a Beautiful World
by Alex Bieler2/4/2015, 4:40 AM
Coming from a group that has dabbled in verbose musings into anything from Japanese folk tales to sea shanties, a simple, more relaxed release almost seems odd, but the results generally work.
The Punch Brothers // The Phosphorescent Blues
by Alex Bieler2/4/2015, 4:30 AM
A deftly crafted album that's both immensely detailed and delicate.
D'Angelo and The Vanguard // Black Messiah
by Bryan Toy1/21/2015, 7:45 AM
D'angelo and The Vanguard trade pop for soul in a groovy sonic move.
The Sidekicks // Runners In the Nerved World
by Alex Bieler1/21/2015, 7:30 AM
The Sidekicks build on their punk roots in the latest evolution of their sound.
Sleater-Kinney // No Cities to Love
by Alex Bieler1/21/2015, 7:15 AM
Sleater-Kinney returns in style.
Tyler Smilo // Dust In a Grave
by Alex Bieler1/21/2015, 6:45 AM
A review of Tyler Smilo's sophomore effort.
Tetema // Geocidal
by Bryan Toy1/7/2015, 7:00 AM
Faith No More's Mike Patton teams up with avant-garde composer Anthony Pateras to create this album of soundscapes.
The Mike Longo Trio // Celebrating Oscar Peterson
by Erie Reader Author1/7/2015, 6:45 AM
Jazz pianist Mike Longo puts out a nicely varied 13-song playlist.
