Album Reviews
Christena Graves releases new single
- By Fally Afani
- . November 13, 2020
One of the most promising acts pre-COVID has apparently spent the quarantine finishing up a bombshell of a new album. Prior to the quarantine, roots
Album Review: Ebony Tusks – “Heal_Thyself”
- By Nathan Cardiff
- . November 6, 2020
Was there ever any doubt that Ebony Tusks’ debut LP could match the excellent and experimental energy of their live show? Heal_Thyself showcases the trio as masters
Country darlings Jenna and Martin release adorable, romantic music video
- By Fally Afani
- . September 24, 2020
If you needed a feel-good moment this week, this is it. One of the most recognizable duos in the local folk scene are putting the
Watch: Blanky debuts new music video for “No Summertime”
- By Fally Afani
- . September 11, 2020
We’ve stumbled upon the perfect track to transition from a lazy Summer to the cozier seasons. Mellow soothe-core group Blanky, known for their hazy and
Review: DumpStar – “Exile On 9th Street” EP
- By Nathan Cardiff
- . August 14, 2020
Crusty and catchy, DumpStar are out to prove punk’s not dead in 2020. They grind and rock their way through Exile On 9th Street, their
Review: CHEW – “Darque Tan” EP
- By Nathan Cardiff
- . August 12, 2020
Editor’s note: CHEW is an Atlanta-based band, but are familiar and well-loved in the Lawrence live music scene. They also played the last show we
Album Review: The Harrisonics – “Love Songs For All Occasions”
- By Nathan Cardiff
- . July 17, 2020
Jangly, angular guitars shimmer and shine on the new record from The Harrisonics. Love Songs For All Occasions starts with snappy, pop-driven rock songs that have
LK Ultra ferociously stand up for trans women in new single “Pussy Hat”
- By Fally Afani
- . July 9, 2020
LK Ultra have never shied away from activism and human rights. Their knack for combining art and revolution comes to the forefront this week with
Review: The Royal Chief – “Groundwork” EP
- By Nathan Cardiff
- . June 8, 2020
Slick beats and gorgeous harmonies are dripped all over the Groundwork EP, the latest from The Royal Chief. Opener “Fawkes Freestyle” gives a dripping metal
The Sluts release new EP
- By Fally Afani
- . May 7, 2020
If you miss sex, drugs, and rock and roll during the quarantine, The Sluts are here to fill that gaping hole (haha, ew) in your
