OXYMORRONS Shine Ahead Of Album Release
Brooklyn natives, OXYMORRONS put on a delightful set at the Crofoot’s Pike Room in Pontiac on September 16th, 2016. The powerful team was opening for one man rap wonder, Astronautalis. Whilst clad in masks, the two vocal leaders of OXYMORRONS, brothers K.I. and Dave Bellevue took the stage. As they later described, the masks…
Zack de la Rocha Goes Hard On New Solo Single
Zack de la Rocha is back on the musical scene with a tremendous new single. “Digging For Windows”, released on September 8th is de la Rocha’s first flagship marker of more to come since his days with Rage Against The Machine. After Rage Against The Machine’s split, the poetic microphone fiend’s last complete EP appearance…
The Faint Release New Single, Announce Subsequent Tour
Omaha electro-pioneers, The Faint have released their latest single entitled “Young & Realistic”. The single is the band’s first since 2014’s LP, “Doom Abuse”, and is a reminder of all things grand about The Faint. It reflects a sound they’ve both touched on before (cue shades of 2008’s “The Geeks Were Right”), whilst simultaneously taking…
Unknown Mortal Orchestra Entranced Detroit With Electric Show
Unknown Mortal Orchestra made a stop on their tour on July 20th, 2016 at Pontiac’s Crofoot Ballroom. The band is touring to spotlight their latest LP release, “Multi-Love”, which was out May 26th of this year via Jagjaguwar Records. Unknown Mortal Orchestra was touring supported by Swiss duo, Klaus Johann Grobe. Their touring lineup consisted…
Garbage: Pink Hued & Packing A Punch At The Fillmore
Alt-rock champions, Garbage entranced a packed house of fans Saturday July 16th, 2016 at the Fillmore in Detroit. Opening the show was New York’s Kristin Kontrol. Kristin is known as the acclaimed frontwoman of Dum Dum Girls. Kristin recently released her debut album, “X-Communicate” via Sub Pop Records.The collection of 10 songs embraces an 80’s…
Oscar: Cut and Pasting His Way To Being A Superstar
UK native, Oscar Scheller (who goes simply by Oscar) delivered a fantastic performance at the Majestic in Detroit on Friday May 27th, 2016. The vibrant 25 year old is the son of 1970’s band the Regents’ new wave front runners, and has embarked on a tour in support of his debut album, which premiered on…
The Kills Bring Raw Rock and Chemistry to Detroit
The Kills made a powerful stop at Detroit’s St. Andrew’s Hall (www.saintandrewsdetroit.com) on May 22nd, 2016. The perfectly matched duo are touring ahead of their forthcoming release, “Ash & Ice”. Their fifth studio album is due out on June 3rd, and is a long awaited follow up to 2011’s “Blood Pressures”. Vocalist Alisson Mosshart and…
Paul Simon Warms Heartland With Stop in Lincoln
To call Paul Simon a legend would be a vast understatement. With a career spanning more than 50 years and a plethora of well-deserved accolades, the music man has embarked on a nationwide tour ahead of his 12th studio album. Nestled between rows of colorfully lit pine trees on a beautiful night, the Pinewood Bowl…
Cage The Elephant: Pretty & Hard Rocking In Detroit
When one thinks of Bowling Green, Kentucky, the first thing that comes to mind probably isn’t raw, powerful rock music. In fact, I’m not too sure what IS supposed to come to mind, aside from cave attractions, statewide Colonel Sanders, and nearby bluegrass… But Cage The Elephant is certainly a Kentucky matriculation that breaks all…