K-pop is unique in the way idol performers can establish a solo career while still actively promoting with their group. But I often wonder what necessitates a soloist. Of course, fans are eager to see their bias develop their artistry outside the confines of traditional… Read More »Song Review: Hwi Young (SF9) – It Is Love ♥
Longevity isn’t always a given in K-pop, but Epik High have steadily released music since 2003. They’ve gone through various shifts — from indie to major label — and are at the point where their title tracks often feature big-name guest stars who’ve likely grown… Read More »Song Review: Epik High – Antihero
If you like death metal, you probably like Hyperdontia. The international outfit first came to prominence with their debut album, Nexus of Teeth, released via Dark Descent in 2018, and quickly established a reputation for making vicious, no-frills death metal. Further honing that sound on a handful… Read More »Full Album Stream: Hyperdontia – “Harvest of Malevolence”
On May 20, 2024, New Orleans sludge outfit Thou released a surprise full-album stream of their latest LP Umbilical. The real surprise? The tracks were available via a demo for Silenus, an upcoming game developed by indie studio Geography of Robots and described as “short,… Read More »KILL SCREEN 039: For Andy Gibbs of THOU, Gaming Hits Close to Home
The Early November (photo by Mitchell Wojick) Last week, the long-running New Jersey emo band The Early November released their self-titled seventh record on Pure Noise. Formed in 2001 and led by the prolific songwriter Ace Enders, The Early November was, in their original era,… Read More »You Should Know: The 10 Best Early November Songs