Author: Jessica C
June 14, 2014
"Discovery" is a delight of nostalgic and energetic indie rock that remains in the realm of familiarity that the band has produced.
June 9, 2014
REVIEW : Audrey Assad - Death, Be Not Proud EP
Thought, emotion, and spirit provoking, meditative worship.
April 14, 2014
REVIEW : False Idle - California Or Bust EP
When punk goes acoustic, I get pretty pumped about it.
REVIEW : Chasing Light - I AM
The band stakes a claim to point everyone towards Christ, and I believe that's exactly what they've done with this collection of songs.
March 27, 2014
REVIEW : Loud Harp - Asaph
This is already one of the most solid releases I've heard thus far for 2014.
March 6, 2014
REVIEW : B Is Bridgie - 500 Words EP
This debut is already solid, in my opinion.
November 5, 2013
REVIEW : Beautiful Eulogy - Instruments of Mercy
I'm completely prepared to say that this is even better than their first release.
October 9, 2013
REVIEW : Man Alive - A Light Goes On
From start to finish, "A Light Goes On" gets better and better.
August 20, 2013
REVIEW : Platoon 1107 & The Cants - Split EP
Rough, raw, meaty punk.
August 10, 2013
REVIEW : Christ's Sake - Christ's Sake
This self-titled album is driving and pairs the basic elements of melodic punk with the old-school stylings of their musical influences, to create a specific, tailored sound that makes Christ's Sake such a good listen.
July 27, 2013
REVIEW : Thirtyseven - This Is What I Want
This is something I've been waiting on for a while, and I'm glad these guys finally have something out for people to enjoy.
REVIEW : Hippos of Doom - Road Trip EP
This EP has all the energy, drive, and stylistic aspects of pop punk.
REVIEW : Goodnight Wednesday - The American Nightmare
I think Goodnight Wednesday has a lot of potential to be a good, perhaps great, band.
July 18, 2013
REVIEW : Summertime Dropouts - Rewind
Reminiscent, care-free pop punk at its finest.
June 18, 2013
REVIEW : A Bright Sky - Reinventing Yourself EP
It's bass-driven, cookie-cutter punk with a positive and uplifting tone.
June 4, 2013
REVIEW : Beta State - #Friendship
Simple and straightforward lyrics, great melody, and creative flow really pull this album together, remixes included.
May 31, 2013
REVIEW : False Idle - Threat
False Idle does a great job of writing songs that are easy to relate to.
May 25, 2013
REVIEW : A Common Goal - Blessings and Battles
A Common Goal is one of those bands that always gets their genre right.
January 27, 2013
REVIEW : Tim Keith Jones - Cards & Words
This debut release is a collection of energetic, heartfelt stories, and a few great worship songs.
December 9, 2012
REVIEW : Levi The Poet - Seasons
Another intense release from the beloved Levi Macallister, vividly depicting the ups and downs of transitioning from the loss of a father to the acceptance of a Father.
November 18, 2012
REVIEW : 180 OUT - Black & White
180 OUT hits the nail on the head, combining 50's rockabilly, 60's surf/punk, 70's funk, and 80's rock with modern punk to create an original sound and unique style.
October 31, 2012
REVIEW : Platoon 1107 - We Glory In The Title
The Patriotic Punk debut and solo project of Jimmy Sisco (Absolved, Of Puritans And Lepers, ex-Nomad) in honor of the men and women who serve in any capacity for the United States military.
October 8, 2012
REVIEW : Propaganda - Excellent
Propaganda's new project is a superior piece of art stuffed with truth, bursting with originality, not lacking in boldness, that accurately conveys his brilliance as an artist.
October 7, 2012
REVIEW : Punk for the Gospel Benefit Compilation
There are so many classics featured in this collection of songs compiled to benefit the support of foreign missionaries within the Christian punk community.
REVIEW : Metanoia - Retroceder Nunca
High-energy, classic, uplifting punk for fans of Dogwood, Craig's Brother, and Pennywise. This release definitely pays homage to the genre.
October 6, 2012
REVIEW : Living Fire - Jesus Rules
Living Fire's sound is similar to that of bands like Bad Religion and Social Distortion, creating that atmosphere of high energy to encourage circle pits and pile-ons.
October 2, 2012
REVIEW : The Wedding - No Direction
The latest release from rock 'n' roll bandits The Wedding, sons of guns shot-bangin' in your ears.
September 25, 2012
REVIEW : John Mark McMillan - The Song Inside the Sounds of Breaking Down: Deluxe Reissue
This has been a good improvement on an already great album, and shows listeners how much potential John Mark McMillan has in his writing ability.
September 1, 2012
REVIEW : Beautiful Eulogy - Satellite Kite
This debut release from the trio consisting of co-founders Braille and Odd Thomas of Humble Beast, and beat maker Courtland Urbano, speaks of the truth of God's character, grace, and compassion.
August 21, 2012
REVIEW : Josh Garrels - B Sides & Remixes EP
Josh Garrels' style is a soupy conglomerate of folk, hip hop, soul, and classical, tied in with a vocal style that's uniquely haunting, giving listeners a recipe for greatness that promises a pleasing aftertaste.