Chris Favata, Author at Pop 'stache

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Zombi – Escape Velocity

written by: Chris Favata on June 15, 2011

The Pittsburgh duo’s latest release gives music fans and critics no reason not to give them a shot.

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The Flaming Lips – The Flaming Lips with Prefuse 73 EP

written by: Chris Favata on June 9, 2011

With The Lips’ next collaborative effort comes an equally neat colored vinyl record and equally average music.

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My Morning Jacket – Circuital

written by: Chris Favata on May 30, 2011

While the term fans are hoping to see is “return to form,” Circuital sounds more like a suit tailored to their new form.

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Okkervil River – I Am Very Far

written by: Chris Favata on May 13, 2011

Will Sheff is indeed very far from his former self on this 11-track set.

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Between the Buried and Me – The Parallax: Hypersleep Dialogues

written by: Chris Favata on April 29, 2011

This five-piece is one of the most collectively talented group out there; they just need some new inspiration.

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Explosions in the Sky – Take Care, Take Care, Take Care

written by: Chris Favata on April 25, 2011

Take Care, Take Care, Take Care is a rare treat in the current post-rock world that overcomes its lack of freshness with fiery passion.

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Q&A with B. Dolan

written by: Chris Favata on April 12, 2011

His music takes on a much more cerebral approach thanks to his expansive knowledge of social, political and philosophical topics. He’s also a really nice guy.

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TV on the Radio – Nine Types of Light

written by: Chris Favata on April 11, 2011

Having asserted themselves as one of the most creative and vital forces of the past decade, TV on the Radio settles into a sweet spot on their fourth record.