by Topher Parks | Mar 1, 2021 | Playlists, Single Reviews
81355 – “Tidal Wave”: 81355 (pronounced “bless”) is the brainchild of some of Indianapolis’ most talented names, so when the trio announced they had been signed to 37d03d, the collective spearheaded by Bon Iver’s Justin Vernon and The National’s Aaron and Bryce...
by Topher Parks | Feb 18, 2021 | Album Reviews
Over the course of their expansive 26-year career, Foo Fighters have proven time and time again that they are among rock music’s most consistently dependable acts. Everything Dave Grohl and company have put out exudes ambition, and yet, the band’s tenth studio album...
by Topher Parks | Feb 3, 2021 | Single Reviews
Royal Blood – “Typhoons”: Laden with grooves galore, the second single and title track from Royal Blood’s third studio album is both driving and danceable. As a result, “Typhoons” is a fresh take on the Brighton-based duo’s signature sound, with thundering beats from...
by Topher Parks | Jan 31, 2021 | Playlists, Single Reviews
After over a year of no “Hoosier Monthly Digest,” I decided that it would be good to give the perennial feature a much-needed reboot. After all, it’s not like there hasn’t still been quality music coming out of the Hoosier State on a regular basis. The feature’s...
by Topher Parks | Jan 17, 2021 | Single Reviews
Aly & AJ – “Listen!!!”: This year may mark the first full-length studio album from Aly & AJ in 14 years, but the album’s second single “Listen!!!” proves that the Torrance-based pop duo has still got it. The driving rocker has this after-dark vibe that is...