Review: album

Weezer’s new album “Hurley” won’t have a legacy or influence a new musical era, but it certainly isn’t a forgettable record. With a multitude of enjoyable qualities, “Hurley” is sure to satisfy many Weezer fans. […]

Of Montreal’s new album “False Priest” draws away from the bands indie-pop roots and acts as a vehicle for its frontman to explore different styles and personal issues. […]

For the past 13 years, the New Pornographers have churned out album after solid album of brainy power pop. “Together,” their newest album, was released on May 4 and did not fail to satisfy listeners. […]

While listening to The Black Keys, it is hard to grasp that the band is simply a duo. The band is audacious and true to its sound, yet still continues to redefine itself on each of its albums. […]

Friday, April 9, 2010 By Rose Graner Entertainment Editor The only thing more tragic than a talented band never becoming successful is a talented band becoming a one- or two-hit wonder because of a track […]

Friday, April 9, 2010 By Austin Siegemund-Broka Editor-in-Chief Option paralysis is the feeling of receiving too much information to possibly make reasonable choices. Neurologist Oliver Sacks compared it to eating 20 pounds of liverwurst; others […]

Friday, March 19, 2010 By Isaac Siegemund-Broka Contributing Writer When two polar opposites are brought together, the result usually goes one of two ways: a confusing and terrible disaster or an amazing and unique blend […]

Friday, March 19, 2010 By Ari Hamilton Entertainment Editor For a band made up of fictional members, Gorillaz have consistently displayed genuine talent, integrating a wide array of styles to ensnare a broad array of […]

Friday, February 26, 2010 By Austin Siegemund-Broka Editor-in-Chief “Stick up for your dreams, boy. Never mind what anybody else does,” wails Yeasayer frontman Chris Keating on “Ambling Alp,” the first single off the band’s new […]

Friday, February 26, 2010 By Jason Boxer Opinion Editor Here’s a home-spun recipe for great South Bay music. First, chop four cups of Jack Johnson’s laid back acoustic songs. Then, stir in fast-paced Bad Religion-level […]