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7.8
New Music Critique: Initial Mass
The progressive spine of hard rock trio Initial Mass is immediately felt on “Reason To Take,” a tune that could work well as a TV ... -
8.3
New Music Critique: Alex Lofoco
If you’re looking for a demonstration of how musical instruments can be put through their paces with spot-on technical skill, check out Alex Lofoco and his band. ... -
7.8
New Music Critique: Avant Guardian
Dudes can play. Speedy fretwork, slashing synth runs, nuclear-option drumming, Avant Guardian have the chops to impress the prog-metal crowd. They put it all out ... -
7.6
New Music Critique: Backup Planet
Based on the high-energy performances and the lofty level of musicianship displayed here, Backup Planet, a Nashville-based foursome, can probably generate sparks on a live stage ... -
The Dear Hunter Support Coheed and Cambria's Third Neverender Tour
Coheed and Cambria stopped by Oakland's Fox Theatre last Friday to honor the 12-year anniversary of the band's third full length Good Apollo, I'm Burning Star ... -
Coheed and Cambria "Celebrate Burning Star IV" with Third Neverender Tour
Coheed and Cambria stopped by Oakland's Fox Theatre last Friday to honor the 12-year anniversary of the band's third full length Good Apollo, I'm Burning Star ... -
Live Reviews: Socionic at the Viper Room in West Hollywood, CA
Material: Socionic offers up a progressive sound infusing elements of rock, metal and industrial, not only throughout the performance, but often within the same song. ... -
Album Review: August Burns Red – Found In Far Away Places (9/10)
August Burns Red have built a faithful metalcore following with a relentless tour regimen and by releasing a full-length every two years. On this, their ... -
Album Review: August Burns Red – Found In Far Away Places (9/10)
August Burns Red have built a faithful metalcore following with a relentless tour regimen and by releasing a full-length every two years. On this, their ... -
Irvine Crackles with Life
Canadian rock band Rush, the holy trinity, better known as guitarist Alex Lifeson, drummer/lyricist Neil Peart and bassist/keyboardist/singer Geddy Lee returned to Southern California to ...
