Lions Lions - Monument
- by Nate Hennon
Ares
Whereas I used to associate French movies with mostly unwatchable, artsy crap while growing up, there have been a shitload of solid action flicks, horror movies and thrillers coming out of France ever since Luc Besson started building his empire. With Arès, writer-director Jean-Patrick Benes has now added a sci-fi action flick to the list that – while not great - is worth a watch.
White Reaper - The World's Best American Band
“The World’s Best American Band” is what the dudes in White Reaper called their new album. Apparently it is also the band’s credo. Ballsy? Sure. But why not?
Whips - The Ride
Milwaukee-based rock ‘n roll outfit Whips have a new album out! “The Ride” comes with nine songs that are as classic as they are exciting and savage.
Diet Cig - Swear I'm Good At This
Diet Cig, the duo consisting of guitarist/vocalist Alex Luciano and drummer Noah Bowman, introduced themselves two years ago with the “Over Easy” EP.
Supergenius - Supertired
Supergenius, the Belgian band featuring former and current members of bands such as Beecher, Oathbreaker, Rise & Fall and Wiegedood, have released their debut full-length.
Cayetana
Cayetana won us over as soon as we heard "Hot Dad Calendar" on their first 7". Then there was their debut album "Nervous Like Me", which was even better because... you know, more songs.
Isotopes
Isotopes will be releasing their new album, "1994 World Series Champions", on April 14 via Stomp Records & Destiny Records and are currently playing shows all over Europe.
Wear Your Wounds - WYW
I don’t mean to take away from any of Jacob Bannon’s achievements because… you know, the guy is one of the founding members and vocalist of Converge, has done some amazing artwork and on top of tha
Wire - Silver/Lead
After having helped to put post-punk on the map in the 1970s, Wire have since continued to release album after album at their own pace. And lately they have been on a roll.