Eclectic Vibes

by Andrew Frey

Reviews From: Rock
Black Water Rising - Black Water Rising

Black Water Rising - Black Water Rising

Black Water Rising
Black Water Rising
Label: Capital T Productions

These former members of Dust to Dust, Boiler Room, and Stereomud have banded together and produced an appealing determined and cohesive hard rock entry filled with mega fuzz and compelling angst anthems of difficult situations.

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Queensryche - American Soldier

Queensryche - American Soldier

Queensryche
American Soldier
Label: Rhino Records

Harsh and haunting perspectives of war are discussed, reviewed and examined in the somber gothic progressive metal style that they are known for. As thoughtful and powerful as this release is, I find the most memorable moments also being the most chilling and depressing.

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Evil Cowards - Covered in Gas

Evil Cowards - Covered in Gas

Evil Cowards
Covered in Gas
Label: Metropolis Records

This quirky dirky mind candy is the musical undertaking of “Electric Six’s” ineffable Tyler Spencer in conjunction with
William Bates from “Fall On Your Sword.” Impetuous and compulsive these 13 beguiling tracks display cantankerous rock with ample swagger, sway and quixotic lyrics.

Evil Cowards Website

Paul Gilbert & Freddie Nelson - United States

Paul Gilbert & Freddie Nelson - United States

Paul Gilbert & Freddie Nelson
United States
Label: Mascot Records

Teaming up two friends, one a guitar virtuoso and one a rock vocalist produces pleasantly entertaining results. This very contemporary rock is not filled with bells and whistles, just really well written straight forward rock n roll.

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Davy Knowles & Back Door Slam - Coming Up For Air

Davy Knowles & Back Door Slam - Coming Up For Air

Davy Knowles & Back Door Slam
Coming Up For Air
Label: Blix Street Records

Possessing all the trappings of “The Next Big Thing” including a big name producer (Peter Frampton), slots at a load of summer festivals, and a substantial amount of raw talent, this 22 year old British blues pop guitarist from the Isle of Man is on the fast track to achieving his goal.

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Ozric Tentacles - Yum Yum Tree

Ozric Tentacles - Yum Yum Tree

Ozric Tentacles
Yum Yum Tree
Label: Snapper Music

Certain aspects and members of this band may have changed over the 25+ years of its existence, but their music and trademark sound has never gotten any less psychedelic or enthralling. Founding and final original member Ed Wynne has recently move to the US with his wife and son (who are part of the live lineup) so we will be seeing much more from them!

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Vinnie Moore - To The Core

Vinnie Moore - To The Core

Vinnie Moore
To The Core
Label: RED Distribution

Well versed and well seasoned instrumental guitar rock from a musical virtuoso who has been ‘moonlighting’ as guitarist for the legendary band UFO since 2003! While this album may not shred as metal as his 1986 release, it banters a grace and maturity with the technicality and structure that exemplify him as a leader in this field.

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Mile Marker Zero - Mile Marker Zero

Mile Marker Zero - Mile Marker Zero

Mile Marker Zero
Mile Marker Zero
Label: Self Released

Spinning impressive progressive rock adventures is undeniably the calling for this Connecticut quintet. An eclectic epic soundstream is forged around the lyrics that enjoy the dichotomy of life’s many lessons while thriving on the energy of the experience.

Mile Marker Zero Website

Valina - A tempo! A tempo!

Valina - A tempo! A tempo!

Valina
A tempo! A tempo!
Label: Joyful Noise Recordings

The technical artsty rock that this Austrian trio purveys sways from booming and brain scratching mega riffs to experimental rock plateaus with indeterminate attitudes. Math rock produced by Chicago’s Steve Albini.

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Kyle Hollingsworth - Then There’s Now

Kyle Hollingsworth - Then There’s Now

Kyle Hollingsworth
Then There’s Now
Label: Sci Fidelity Records

This String Cheese Incident alumni has developed a finely designed array of catchy heartfelt melodies and immediately palatable rhythms. Compelling choruses and interspersed electronica electrify these creations with a broad and jam friendly resonance.

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Portugal. The Man - The Satanic Satanist

Portugal. The Man - The Satanic Satanist

Portugal. The Man
The Satanic Satanist
Label: Equal Vision Records

Ultra smooth and satisfying vocal croonings melt over the infectious and versatile throwback soul grooves stuffed with piquant electronica that ineffably flow to fulfillment.  As a bonus, the CD case is a multi-layered die cut blotter art casualty of rare vintage

Portugal. The Man WebsitePortugal. The Man Wiki

MadLove - White With Foam

MadLove - White With Foam

MadLove
White With Foam
Label: Ipecac Recordings

Dwelling in the dreaminess of a sardonic state induced by the oft melancholy female fronted lyrics, this Trevor Dunn (Mr. Bungle, Secret Chiefs 3, Fantomas) project executes resolutely refined rock band outcroppings via a quirky collection of music aficionados. While potentially falling off as initially flaccid, repeated listens evokes a more memorable and shapely timbre.

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