Kramer – “Burial At Sea” (Video Premiere)

Adam Grundy Aug 24, 2022

Today is the perfect time to share the latest music video from Kramer, called “Burial At Sea.” This ambient-style song examines the depths of the sea, the mystery of those who have been lost to those elements, as well as exploring what happens to the people who have been left to wonder this world without those lost souls. The song comes from Kramer’s new LP, Music For Films Edited by Moths, and he shared:

What I have come to embrace is the working notion that there is no past, and no future. There is only a constantly evolving series of microscopic moments that constitute the miraculous present. As fertile as it is and always has been, for me, memory is a chimera. So if you asked me what it is exactly that I am trying to do now, with music, be it through song, or through ambience, I would confess that what I’m doing couldn’t be more simple; I am just trying to explain myself. I’m trying to show you who I am.

Through this thoughtful exploration comes great-sounding tracks like the one found here.

Adam Grundy Aug 23, 2022

Recently, I was able to catch up with a great indie rock band called Me Like Bees for an interview about their new single and music video for “Radio.” The band sounds like a mix between the best parts of Cold War Kids, Jack White projects, and Manchester Orchestra. I asked the band about how they typically do their music writing, what went into the filming of their music videos, as well as a fun question about curating their perfect touring lineup.

Adam Grundy Aug 23, 2022

Today I’m thrilled to share the latest single and music video from indie rock band, Dogbreth, called “Like A Walletchain.” In this great-sounding single that sways somewhere between Joyce Manor, Jimmy Eat World, and the spirit of Arizona rock bands, Dogbreth are well on their way to making a name for themselves. On the song, the band shared:

We initially had a completely different concept for this video that we decided to scrap the day before shooting. It was originally going to take place in an empty swimming pool and be kind of like a skate video, but we only had a narrow window of time in the afternoon to film it, and we saw the weather forecast say it was going to be 110 degrees outside during that time and I didn’t want to put everyone through that. So I tried to think of a video that could take place indoors – and then I remembered I had this VHS tape I found that I had been wanting to show the band, so I invited them over to watch it before band practice and had the film crew there ready to go. I’m really pleased with how it turned out and I hope people enjoy it!

If you’re enjoying the new and exciting direction Dogbreth went here, you can purchase their full-length record called Believe This Rain here.

Adam Grundy Aug 22, 2022

Coming up in the early part of next week is the 40th anniversary of the debut EP from R.E.M. called Chronic Town. The band is celebrating this momentous occasion/birthday with a re-issued CD, cassette, and vinyl picture disc that is releasing today. Featuring pop gems like The Smiths-esque “Gardening At Night,” to The Cure-sounding “Stumble,” and “1,000,000,” the five-track EP solidified R.E.M. as a name to watch in the early part of the 80’s. As lead vocalist Michael Stipe puts it on the detailed liner notes in the package, “We started like a lowly caterpillar, a pupa stage, then a chrysalis, into something resembling a pop band.” It’s a fairly accurate depiction of the sound that comes shining through the speakers on this endearing debut EP. You can definitely hear traces of where the band would take their sound on their debut LP Murmur that began to make R.E.M. a recognizable name.

Adam Grundy Aug 22, 2022

Today I’m excited to share the latest full-length record from Cooper Kenward. It showcases the singer-songwriter’s quick development in this medium of art. Kenward shared, “This album is me noodling with my anxieties and exploring the weirder corners of my brain and heart.” If you’re enjoying the vibes being put through the speakers, please consider purchasing the self-titled record here.

Adam Grundy Aug 22, 2022

Imagine if Evil Dead 2 and Josie and the Pussycats merged into one single movie. You’d likely be left with something that resembles this Pablo Parés directed horror film called PussyCake. In this exclusive clip, a struggling all-girl rock band kicks off a new tour, hoping to rekindle their popularity. Things are off to a bad start, however, when they show up to their first gig to find the town deserted. After they catch the attention of horrors from beyond our reality, the band realizes that being forgotten by their fans is the least of their problems. Maca Suárez (The Accused), Anahi Politi (Crystal Eyes), and Flor Moreno (The Talking Guts) star alongside newcomers Aldana Ruberto and Sofia Rossi. If you’re interested in learning more about the film, be sure to check out their website here.

Adam Grundy Aug 19, 2022

Usually you can point to certain moments in time when your taste in music changes to broader categories. For me, it came in the form of Blindside and their aggressive, yet melodic, third studio album Silence produced by veteran hit-maker Howard Benson (Hoobastank, Papa Roach). For quite a long time in high school, and even parts of the beginning of college, I was stuck in an Alt Rock and pop-punk phase that was tough to break free from for other genres of music. Enter Blindside and their hard-nosed guitar approach, semi-screamed vocals paired with melodic breakdowns, and my music world was turned upside down. Going down the rabbit hole of post-hardcore music led to my discovery of bands like Underoath and Thursday, and prepared me to be more open to different stylistic choices in our scene’s wide umbrella of artists that would appear on a Warped Tour lineup.

Silence is anything but a silent-sounding record. It’s aggressive, pulsating, and the tones of the guitars, bass, drums, and searing vocals made for a dynamic and sonically interesting band in Blindside. Whereas their previous effort A Thought Crushed My Mind left little room for melodic breakdowns, Silence had just the right combination of punishing guitars and screamed vocals mixed with a more radio-ready sound. The record would end up peaking at #83 on the Billboard 200.

Adam Grundy Aug 18, 2022

Recently I was able to catch up with vocalist/bassist Todd Morse (The Offspring/H2O) to discuss his latest solo work, including a great new single called “Everything Fun (Is Bad For Me).” In this in-depth interview, I asked Todd about his recent solo material, his current partnership with being a member of The Offspring, as well as the legacy of his punk band H2O. Todd Morse also shared the albums that have shaped the person and musician he is today. Morse has a new single that will be released this fall.

Adam Grundy Aug 18, 2022

The latest taste of music from Phoenix Alt Rock band, Don’t Panic, sets off the alarm bells of urgency on ”Conquer Divide.” The song comes from their soon to be announced LP, 24, and follows their lead single “Time Machine,” and further showcases the band’s captivating songwriting. A little fun fact is that lead singer, Dylan Rowe, was in the mix to replace Flyleaf’s vocalist a few years back. Rowe shines all over this great-sounding single that cements Don’t Panic as a band to watch as the year unfolds.

The track opens with some well-placed synths, roaring guitars, and perfectly in-time drums before bleeding away for Rowe’s great vocals to lift the song to new heights. What Don’t Panic do best on this song is slow-building to a crowd-pleasing, anthemic chorus to keep the interest high in their brand of alternative, radio-ready rock. The bridge features a slow-downed section that allows the band to take a quick breather before exploding back into a wall of sound for the final chorus to leave a great taste in the audience’s mouth, and leave them clamoring for more. The guitar tones, in particular, on this song are very powerful and full-sounding and much like the Leonardo DiCaprio movie quote of, “You had my curiosity, but now you have my attention,” Don’t Panic have certainly made me a fan.

Beach Bums – “Overcast” (Song Premiere)

Adam Grundy Aug 18, 2022

Today is a great day to share the latest single from Beach Bums, called “Overcast.” The single is the title track from their recently released LP and showcases the depth to the band’s improved songwriting. Beach Bums shared:

Overcast, the album, focuses on the different writing styles that Beach Bums can tackle. To put it simply, this album is the most updated version of the MYCORE concept and sound. “Overcast,” the song, was the first song we wrote as the new five-piece lineup. The song speaks on conflict in a relationship. This can be left to interpretation, meaning you can relate it to friends, family, lovers, enemies, and everything in between.

If you’re ready for another great musical discovery, look no further than Beach Bums.

Adam Grundy Aug 17, 2022

The latest single from indie pop rocker PONY is a blast of fuzzy guitars and vibrant vocals, called “Peach.” Singer/guitarist, Sam, mentioned this about “Peach,” “”I think Peach is probably the most vulnerable song I have ever written. After all, what’s more vulnerable than a Peach? Some years ago I found myself in a relationship with someone who initially treated me like I was so special. But little by little the love seemed more and more conditional. With every bit they tried to control what I wore, who I talked to, and what I did – I lost a part of myself. It took me years to realize I was completely gone and I mistook abuse and manipulation for love. ‘Peach’ is about realizing that someone who wants to have control over you is not someone who loves you.” Out of this vulnerability comes a great self-empowering anthem of overcoming the lowest of lows. With a sound that drifts somewhere between Bully, paired with the pop sensibilities of Olivia Rodrigo and Phoebe Bridgers, PONY is well on their way to becoming your next great musical discovery.

The song starts off with some soft vocals from Sam before breaking away into some grunge-pop power chords that speak to the conflict brought forth in the lyrics. At the surface, it feels like a nice, summery pop anthem that would be perfect for those long summer drives. The reality is PONY have created such rich conflict in the lyrics about losing a part of oneself along the way to discovering what makes us tick, that it’s really hard to distance yourself from these personal issues the artist is experiencing. Overall, PONY have created a worthy single that continues to keep the interest high in this incredibly talented artist.

Love Hounds – “The Furious Noise” (Song Premiere)

Adam Grundy Aug 16, 2022

Today I’m thrilled to share the latest single from punk rock band, Love Hounds, called “The Furious Noise.” The band consists of David Keith on drums, Eric Ralls on lead guitar, Josh Emmons on bass, and CB Brooks on lead vocals for a sound that sways somewhere between the hard-nosed rock of The Toadies paired with the punk rock spirit of Dead Kennedys. On this track, the band shared, “The original working title of this song was actually ‘Bolshevik Boogie.’ If you look at history, you can see there are patterns that repeat themselves, especially when it comes to the tensions between the working and ruling classes. It generally does not end well for the ruling class. I don’t see why this time should be any different.” If you’ve been looking for that next great punk track that checks all of the boxes, look no further than “The Furious Noise” by Love Hounds.

Adam Grundy Aug 15, 2022

Out of chaos, comes clarity. This quote appears on several art boards, tattoo parlors, and in the case of Goo Goo Dolls and their 14th studio album, Chaos In Bloom, the band embraces the chaos and creates one of their most immediately gratifying late-career records. The set of songs was produced by frontman John Rzeznik (surprisingly, for the first time in the band’s career) and he does an exceptional job of re-capturing some of the early magic of Goo Goo Dolls’ legendary material, but with a more modern flair to it. “Chaos in Bloom reminded us how special this whole thing is and to cherish the relationships that we have together,” says Rzeznik about the album. “Where we’ve been, and where we’re going.” While some may have written the band off after the early success of records like A Boy Named Goo and Dizzy Up The Girl, there is still plenty to love and enjoy on this latest album. The partnership between Rzeznik and bassist/songwriter/vocalist Robby Takac appears to be blossoming again at just the right time in their collective careers.

Adam Grundy Aug 14, 2022

Today is a great day to share the latest single from pop metal band, Patriarchy, called “Good Boy.” The new song comes from her new album The Unself, out everywhere music is sold via Outlet on August 26th. Patriarchy worked on this latest record with producer Matia Simovich, and the album is mostly about the conflict singer/band leader Actually Huizenga felt in her emotions of wanting someone that she couldn’t have. Through this conflict, comes songs like “Good Boy,” that showcase Huizenga’s gothic/industrial metal approach to her music.

Adam Grundy Aug 12, 2022

Recently I was able to connect with lead vocalist Geoff Rickly, of No Devotion and Thursday, to discuss No Devotion’s upcoming record called No Oblivion. The new record is set to hit streaming services on September 16th via Velocity Records, and I also asked Geoff about the process for getting No Devotion’s incredible debut album, Permanence, back on streaming services. In this in-depth interview, Geoff opened up about his personal struggles, the departure of some members of No Devotion, his memories of producing My Chemical Romance’s debut LP, the difference in writing for Thursday compared to No Devotion, as well as his future goals for each musical project.

Kramer – “Burial At Sea” (Video Premiere)

Interview: Me Like Bees

Dogbreth – “Like A Walletchain” (Video Premiere)

Review: R.E.M. – Chronic Town

Cooper Kenward – Cooper Kenward (Album Stream)

‘PussyCake’ – Exclusive Clip/Music Performance

Review: Blindside – Silence

Interview: Todd Morse

Review: Don’t Panic – “Conquer Divide”

Beach Bums – “Overcast” (Song Premiere)

Review: PONY – “Peach”

Love Hounds – “The Furious Noise” (Song Premiere)

Review: Goo Goo Dolls – Chaos In Bloom

Patriarchy – “Good Boy” (Song Premiere)

Interview: Geoff Rickly of No Devotion