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Alabama Shakes – Boys & Girls

written by: Alex Peak on May 1, 2012

With Boys & Girls, the Alabama Shakes are chiseling out a spot for retro rock in today’s overly polished music arena.

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Hoots & Hellmouth – Salt

written by: Alex Peak on April 12, 2012

If Mumford & Sons, The Avett Brothers and Brett Dennen had an affair, their love-child would be Hoots & Hellmouth.

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Songs to Mix With Your Whiskey

written by: Alex Peak on March 16, 2012

“Always carry a flagon of whiskey in case of snakebite, and furthermore, always carry a small snake.” —W.C. Fields Sometimes all you need is a little bit of whiskey—whether to get the creative juices flowing, take the edge off awkward family get-togethers or just to get through the day. Even W.C. Fields agreed. Whiskey mixes […]

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American Idolatry: ‘Talent’ Shows Lack Talent

written by: Alex Peak on March 14, 2012

Apparently, long gone are the days of demo tapes, aspirations, creating a fan base and undergoing back-breaking work to get your foot in the door. Instead, any talentless bloke is welcomed into an audition room to face scrutiny from a panel of has-been celebrity artists (think William Hung singing “She Bangs”). This international fascination with […]

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First Aid Kit – The Lion’s Roar

written by: Alex Peak on February 29, 2012

The latest release from the sibling duo behind First Aid Kit proves their voices and musical talent have matured beyond their years.

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