Category Archives: Reviews

Fang has a new record and no, it doesn’t suck…Bunny

Posted on June 15, 2018 by Wendy WWAD

I know, I know, no one is excited about bands from the early eighties putting out questionable new material with few original members. I hear you. Its often a disgrace to the heritage of the band and a slap in … Continue reading →

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Cavalera Conspiracy – Psychosis

Posted on June 15, 2018 by Daniel Mesich

When it was announced that Igor and Max Cavalera would reunite for a new project in 2007 I was stoked. While I didn’t hate the direction that Sepultura took after Max’s departure it just wasn’t the same band for … Continue reading →

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Uncle Piehole – S/T

Posted on June 15, 2018 by Trevor Wallace

This is what happens when OG punk rockers channel the spirit of an aging Yellow Dog Democrat with a drinking problem so monolithic the local sheriff was forced to confiscate even his riding lawnmower. Consisting of members of a variety … Continue reading →

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Dale Watson sets the record straight

Posted on March 12, 2018 by Nicolette Mallow

Rumors flew around Austin like a wildfire in high winds the last few weeks about Dale Watson leaving ATX for Memphis. And Watson is adamant to set the record straight after a recent interview gone askew. When I read his … Continue reading →

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Mammoth Grinder – “Cosmic Crypt” …Bunny

Posted on March 11, 2018 by Wendy WWAD

In the five years since the last Mammoth Grinder LP,‘Underworlds’, there have been lineup and role changes. Once again a three piece, Chris Ulsh has stepped away from guitar, not towards the drums as Power Trip fans might expect, but … Continue reading →

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Review of Of The Sun – Before A Human Path

Posted on March 11, 2018 by Daniel Mesich

Review of OF THE SUN – Before A Human Path OF THE SUN are one of the better bands I have discovered in the Austin metal scene with a sound that is uniquely theirs. Formed in Surfside Beach, SC, Of … Continue reading →

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QUICKSAND w/ NO JOY – Mohawk … by Jerry Milton

Posted on October 29, 2017 by Jerry Milton

On tap for tonight was Post Metal/Hardcore dudes from NYC….QUICKSAND. But first, another band I was totally looking forward to checking out after taking a gander at them via youtube. NO JOY is proof that Canada is a damn good … Continue reading →

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GBH w/ THE CASUALTIES – Mohawk … by Jerry Milton

Posted on October 29, 2017 by Jerry Milton

Last time I saw GBH was at the Red 7 outside, so I was looking forward to seeing them at the Mohawk. As usual, I’d be doing so from the balcony, huge Nikon lens in hand. Let’s revisit their trip … Continue reading →

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East Side Dandies loves hot jazz

Posted on October 29, 2017 by Nicolette Mallow

East Side Dandies is a collective of musicians based in Austin, Texas that love to bring back the beautiful nostalgia of 1920’s cracker-jack jazz, or what others like to call, hot jazz. Consisting of rotating musicians and their instruments, this … Continue reading →

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DEPECHE MODE – Global Spirit Tour w/ WARPAINT … by Jerry Milton

Posted on October 29, 2017 by Jerry Milton

My first time “shooting” at the Austin 360 Amphitheater was on the horizon. Sure I had been out to the F1 facilities prior for things like X Games, so I was already familiar with the layout somewhat. However this go … Continue reading →

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